Source: FranopolisSam the Concrete Man
The Business
SourcesSAMCO is a Colorado limited liability company formed on May 6, 2013.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 · Item 1 · View Source
Read More About The Business
The franchisor is an indirect subsidiary of EMP Prime Holdings LLC, a Delaware limited liability company.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 · Item 1 · View Source
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SAMCO is a Colorado limited liability company formed on May 6, 2013.
Source NotesWe are an indirect subsidiary of EMP Prime Holdings LLC (“Holdings”), a Delaware limited liability company.
What It Costs
SourcesYour location, business format and operating plan can change the total.
Where Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Office Equipment and Supplies | $500 to $2,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Office Equipment and Supplies $500 $2,000 |
| Insurance | $1,500 to $3,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Insurance $1,500 $3,000 |
| Additional Funds – 3 months | $10,000 to $42,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 Additional Funds – 3 months $10,000 $42,000 |
| Initial Marketing Expenditures | $5,000 to $15,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Initial Marketing Expenditures $5,000 $15,000 |
| Initial Call Center /Supported Services Fee | $4,421 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Initial Call Center /Supported Services Fee $4,421 $4,421 |
| Computer Hardware and Software | $500 to $2,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Computer Hardware and Software $500 $2,000 |
| Equipment | $1,000 to $3,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Equipment $1,000 $3,000 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | $67,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Initial Franchise Fee $67,000 $67,000 |
| Travel and Initial Training Expenses | $1,450 to $1,565 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Travel and Initial Training Expenses $1,450 $1,565 |
| Professional Fees | $0 to $2,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Professional Fees $0 $2,500 |
| Vehicle Signage | $500 to $3,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Vehicle Signage $500 $3,000 |
| Business Licenses and Permits | $500 to $1,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Business Licenses and Permits $500 $1,000 |
| Vehicle | $0 to $1,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Vehicle $0 $1,500 |
| American Concrete Institute Fee | $99 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 American Concrete Institute Fee $99 $99 |
| TOTAL ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT | $93,070 to $151,185 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 TOTAL ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT $93,070 $151,185 |
| Registration and Taxes | $0 to $2,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Registration and Taxes $0 $2,500 |
| Bookkeeping Fee | $600 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Bookkeeping Fee $600 $600 |
Line items are shown as disclosed. Some costs overlap or apply to different formats; do not add them together without reviewing the source.
SourcesKey Franchise Fees
- Initial Franchise Fee
View Disclosed Terms
You must pay us an initial franchise fee of $67,000 provided that your Territory is less than 150,000 single family dwellings when you sign the Franchise Agreement.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 · Item 5
Review Fee Sources- Royalty
View Disclosed Terms
The “Royalty Fee” shall be 6% of Gross Revenue with a minimum monthly royalty fee.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 · Item 6
Review Fee Sources- Marketing & Advertising
- 2% of your Gross Revenue.
View Disclosed Terms
Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Payment Service Fee | Up to 4% of total charge | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Local Advertising Fee | Varies; the greater of: (a) $30,000; or (b) 5% of your Gross Sales for the previous year. You must spend a minimum of $30,000 for local marketing during the first 12 months of the operation of your Business | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Failure to Submit Required Report Fee | $100 per occurrence and $100 per week | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | You must pay us an initial franchise fee of $67,000 provided that your Territory is less than 150,000 single family dwellings when you sign the Franchise Agreement. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Transfer Fee | The greater of $20,000 or 5% of sale price. In addition, the buyer will pay a $5,000 training fee upon execution of the Franchise Agreement. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Tier 2 Franchise Initial Franchise Fee | The initial franchise fee for a Tier 2 franchise will be $49,500. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Insufficient Funds Fee | The greater of $100 per occurrence, or the highest amount allowed by law. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Additional Training or Assistance Fees | The current additional training or assistance fees is $450 per year, not to exceed our actual costs. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Royalty Fee | The “Royalty Fee” shall be 6% of Gross Revenue with a minimum monthly royalty fee. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Second Territory Discount | If you license multiple contiguous Territories from us at the same time (for which you are signing separate Franchise Agreements for each Territory), the Initial Franchise Fee that you must pay for the second franchise will be $53,600. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Minimum Royalty Fee | $2,500 per month during months 9 through 20; (ii) $3,055 during months 21 through 32; and (iii) $4,000 for months 33 and subsequent years | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Transfer Application Deposit | $1,000 non-refundable deposit at time of transfer application submittal | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Bookkeeping Fee | $200 monthly payment | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Step-In Management Fee | an amount equal to $200 per day we or a third party manages your STCM Business, plus the Interim Manager’s direct out-of-pocket costs and expenses | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 124 |
| Unauthorized Advertising Fee | $500 per occurrence | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Management Fee | $200 per day, plus costs and expenses | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Call Center/Supported Services Fee | $1,474 monthly payment during the months of March through November for a total payment of $13,266 annually | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Initial Call Center/Supported Services Fees | You must pay us the Initial Call Center/Supported Services Fees of $4,421, which includes the setup costs and your first three months of payments of the Call Center Fee and Supported Services Fee. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Late Fee | A late fee of $25 per day | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Supplier and Product Evaluation Fee | Cost of inspection and test of sample (estimated to be approximately $100 to $500) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Brand Management Fund Contribution | 2% of your Gross Revenue. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Convention Fee | $1,500 per attendee | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Interest on Overdue Payments | interest equal to the lesser of 1.5% or the highest rate allowed by law | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
SourcesSee how the disclosed startup costs fit your cash, reserves, and financing plans.
Your Role As An Owner
SourcesThe franchisor may, in the franchisor’s sole discretion, allow you to appoint a designated manager to supervise the day - to - day operations of the STCM Business.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 45 · Item 15 · View Source
Read The Disclosed Requirements
The franchisor requires that either you, if you are an individual, or your managing owner, if you are an entity, have the authority and responsibility for the day - to - day operations of your STCM Business.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 45 · Item 15 · View Source
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We may, in our sole discretion, allow you to appoint a designated manager (“Designated Manager”) to supervise the day - to - day operations of the STCM Business.
Source NotesWe require that either you, if you are an individual, or your managing owner, if you are an entity, have the authority and responsibility for the day - to - day operations of your STCM Business.
Territory
SourcesYou will receive a designated Territory that will be delineated by zip codes as determined by the franchisor’s business map software data from the the franchisor Postal Service.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 40 · Item 12 · View Source
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Source NotesYou will receive a designated Territory that will be delineated by zip codes as determined by our business map software data from the US Postal Service.
A disclosed territory policy does not confirm that your preferred area is available. Ask the franchisor about the specific area you are considering.
Franchisor Financing
SourcesThe franchisor will finance the remaining amount for a period of ninety days from the date on the promissory note.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 · Item 10 · View Source
Read The Disclosed Requirements
If you pay the promissory note on time there will be no interest charged.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 · Item 10 · View Source
If the promissory note is not paid on time the franchisor will charge you interest at the maximum rate allowed by law.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 · Item 10 · View Source
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We will finance the remaining amount for a period of ninety days from the date on the promissory note.
If you pay the promissory note on time there will be no interest charged.
Source NotesIf the promissory note is not paid on time we will charge you interest at the maximum rate allowed by law.
The Franchise Network
SourcesReported At Year-End 2023
| Year | Franchised At Year-End | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 81 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 54 · Item 20 |
These are reported outlet counts, not available territories or a measure of profitability. A dash means a count is not available in this record.
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Inside The FDD
SourcesPlain-language summaries of the available FDD information. Each summary links to its source, with original excerpts available to review.
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01The Business And Its Ownership
SAMCO is a Colorado limited liability company formed on May 6, 2013.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor is an indirect subsidiary of EMP Prime Holdings LLC, a Delaware limited liability company.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 · Item 1 · View Source
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SAMCO is a Colorado limited liability company formed on May 6, 2013.
Source NotesWe are an indirect subsidiary of EMP Prime Holdings LLC (“Holdings”), a Delaware limited liability company.
07Estimated Startup Investment
The FDD estimates a total startup investment of $93,070 to $151,185. Review the listed costs and any conditions before setting your own startup budget.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 · Item 7 · View Source
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Source NotesTOTAL ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT $93,070 $151,185
10Financing Offered By The Franchisor
The franchisor will finance the remaining amount for a period of ninety days from the date on the promissory note.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 · Item 10 · View Source
If you pay the promissory note on time there will be no interest charged.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 · Item 10 · View Source
If the promissory note is not paid on time the franchisor will charge you interest at the maximum rate allowed by law.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 · Item 10 · View Source
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We will finance the remaining amount for a period of ninety days from the date on the promissory note.
If you pay the promissory note on time there will be no interest charged.
Source NotesIf the promissory note is not paid on time we will charge you interest at the maximum rate allowed by law.
12Territory
You will receive a designated Territory that will be delineated by zip codes as determined by the franchisor’s business map software data from the the franchisor Postal Service.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 40 · Item 12 · View Source
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Source NotesYou will receive a designated Territory that will be delineated by zip codes as determined by our business map software data from the US Postal Service.
14Patents, Copyrights And Proprietary Information
The franchisor has no patents or registered copyrights that are material to the Sam the Concrete Man franchise. The franchisor does not have any pending patents or copyrights that are material to the Sam the Concrete Man franchise.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 43 · Item 14 · View Source
The franchisor claims proprietary rights in certain of the franchisor’s product procedures and software which are included in the franchisor’s Confidential Operations Manual (“Confidential Information” and which are the franchisor’s trade secrets (“Trade Secrets”.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 44 · Item 14 · View Source
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We have no patents or registered copyrights that are material to the Sam the Concrete Man franchise. We do not have any pending patents or copyrights that are material to the Sam the Concrete Man franchise.
Source NotesWe claim proprietary rights in certain of our product procedures and software which are included in our Confidential Operations Manual (“Confidential Information” and which are our trade secrets (“Trade Secrets”.
15Owner Participation
The franchisor may, in the franchisor’s sole discretion, allow you to appoint a designated manager to supervise the day - to - day operations of the STCM Business.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 45 · Item 15 · View Source
The franchisor requires that either you, if you are an individual, or your managing owner, if you are an entity, have the authority and responsibility for the day - to - day operations of your STCM Business.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 45 · Item 15 · View Source
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We may, in our sole discretion, allow you to appoint a designated manager (“Designated Manager”) to supervise the day - to - day operations of the STCM Business.
Source NotesWe require that either you, if you are an individual, or your managing owner, if you are an entity, have the authority and responsibility for the day - to - day operations of your STCM Business.
16Products And Services You Can Sell
You can sell only approved products and services that meet the franchisor’s standards.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 38 · Item 16 · View Source
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Source NotesYou must sell or offer for sale only those products and services authorized by us and which meet our standards and specifications.
17Renewal, Transfer And Ending The Agreement
If you are in good standing and you meet other requirements, you may enter into two consecutive renewal terms of ten years.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 46 · Item 17 · View Source
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Source NotesIf you are in good standing and you meet other requirements, you may enter into two consecutive renewal terms of ten years.
18Public Figures
The franchisor says it does not use public figures to promote this franchise.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 51 · Item 18 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not use any public figures to promote our Franchise.
20Franchise Locations
At the end of 2023, the FDD reports 81 franchised locations. These are reported locations, not a count of territories available to buy.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 54 · Item 20 · View Source
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Source NotesFranchised 2023 64 81 +17
21Franchisor Financial Statements
The franchisor’s financial reporting year ends on December 31st.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 60 · Item 21 · View Source
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Source NotesOur fiscal year end is December 31st.
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