Source: FranopolisServiceMaster Restore Disaster Restoration
The Business
SourcesThe franchisor is a Delaware limited liability company formed in October 2020.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 · Item 1 · View Source
Read More About The Business
The franchisor’s predecessors began performing professional cleaning services in 1929.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor’s immediate predecessor, ServiceMaster Residential/Commercial Services Limited Partnership, a Delaware limited partnership, offered ServiceMaster Clean, ServiceMaster Restore, and ServiceMaster Recovery Management franchises from December 1990 to December 2020.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 · Item 1 · View Source
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We are a Delaware limited liability company formed in October 2020.
Our predecessors began performing professional cleaning services in 1929.
Source NotesOur immediate predecessor, ServiceMaster Residential/Commercial Services Limited Partnership (“Predecessor”), a Delaware limited partnership, offered ServiceMaster Clean, ServiceMaster Restore, and ServiceMaster Recovery Management franchises from December 1990 to December 2020.
What It Costs
SourcesYour location, business format and operating plan can change the total.
Where Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment and Supplies | $85,000 to $150,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 44 Equipment and Supplies (Note 3) $85,000 $150,000 |
| Certifications | $0 to $340 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 44 Certifications (Note 8) $0 $340 |
| Technology System | $1,800 to $3,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 44 Technology System (Note 5) $1,800 $3,000 |
| Total for Disaster Restoration License | $287,800 to $474,340 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 44 Total for Disaster Restoration License (Note 14) $287,800 $474,340 |
| Truck | $9,000 to $13,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 44 Truck (Note 4) $9,000 $13,500 |
| Real Estate Expenses | $8,000 to $25,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 44 Real Estate Expenses (Note 11) $8,000 $25,000 |
| Travel and Other Expenses During AOS Training | $4,000 to $7,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 44 Travel and Other Expenses During AOS Training (Note 6) $4,000 $7,000 |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $10,000 to $12,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 44 Grand Opening Advertising (Note 9) $10,000 $12,000 |
| Insurance | $10,000 to $26,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 44 Insurance (Note 7) $10,000 $26,000 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | $72,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 44 Initial Franchise Fee (Note 2) $72,500 $72,500 |
| Additional Funds – first 3 months | $80,000 to $135,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 44 Additional Funds – first 3 months (Note 13) $80,000 $135,000 |
| Professional Fees | $5,000 to $15,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 44 Professional Fees (Note 12) $5,000 $15,000 |
| Miscellaneous Opening Expenses | $1,000 to $10,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 44 Miscellaneous Opening Expenses (Note 10) $1,000 $10,000 |
Line items are shown as disclosed. Some costs overlap or apply to different formats; do not add them together without reviewing the source.
SourcesFees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee – five or more Restore Franchises | $55,000 each if you purchase five or more Restore Franchises at the same time | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 |
| Technology Fees – insurance claim audit | In addition, an audit fee of $15 per insurance claim audited through the Validate component of the software. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 33 |
| Ongoing Training Programs and Meetings | The then-current registration fees, which are currently $300 to $2,500 per attendee for training programs and $1,000 per attendee for regional meetings. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 32 |
| Initial Local Advertising Fee | $5,000 per month for the first 12 months | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 |
| Product or Equipment Evaluation Testing Fees | $500 per product (other than equipment) and $1,000 per equipment product. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 36 |
| Technology Fees – sketching software | Currently, for the optional sketching software, the fee is $95 per month plus $5 to $45 per job, depending on the features used. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 33 |
| Change Fee | Currently, $500 per change per Franchise Agreement and $1,500 per Franchise Agreement being consolidated into a single Franchise Agreement. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 37 |
| Non-Compliance Fee | $1,000, unless otherwise specified in the Manual ... it will not exceed $2,000 per single violation per day | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 39 |
| Annual Convention Fee | Currently, $1,000 per attendee. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 32 |
| Initial Franchise Fee – two to four Restore Franchises | $62,000 each if you purchase two to four Restore Franchises at the same time | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 |
| AOS Training for Additional Persons, Subsequent or Replacement Trainees, and for Transferees | Currently, $6,310 per person for a 3-week program. ... which will not exceed $8,110 per person. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 |
| Technology Fees – time and materials estimating software | Currently, for our designated time and materials estimating software, the fee is $1,099 per year. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 33 |
| Initial Franchise Fee – one Restore Franchise | $72,500 if you purchase one Restore Franchise | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 |
| Credentialing and Background Check Fee | Currently, $165 per year. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 35 |
| Technology Fees – business intelligence software | Currently, for our designated business intelligence software, the fee is $450 per quarter. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 33 |
| Royalties | The greater of (i) $750 and (ii) 10% of monthly Gross Service Sales. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 30 |
| Construction Services Fee | 3% of monthly Gross Service Sales from Construction Services... Existing franchisees may be eligible for a reduced fee equaling 2.25% of Gross Service Sales from Construction Services in 2026 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 35 |
| Optional Program Referral Fees – residential jobs | Residential Jobs: Currently, $125 per job. ... a fixed fee of up to $375 per job or a percentage fee up to 10% of the total invoiced amount for such job. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 34 |
| Optional Program Referral Fees – commercial jobs | Commercial Jobs: Currently, 5% of the total invoiced amount for such job. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 33 |
| Renewal Fee | Up to 3% of the franchise fee charged to new franchisees at the time of renewal. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 36 |
| Technology Fees – weather forecasting software | Currently, for the optional weather forecasting software, $417 per month. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 33 |
| Optional Program Participation Fees | Currently, not charged. ... any such fees payable to us or our affiliates will not exceed $10,000 per year, per Optional Program. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 33 |
| Technology Fees – Restore 365 Plus primary location | Currently, for Restore 365 Plus software, the fees are $650 per month for your primary place of business | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 33 |
| Technology Fees – Restore 365 Plus other location | and $50 per month per other location, if you elect to operate Restore 365 Plus at more than one location. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 33 |
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
SourcesYou, your owners, officers, and/or managers must devote full-time energy and best efforts to the management and operation of the Restore Franchise.
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Source NotesYou, your owners, officers, and/or managers must devote full-time energy and best efforts to the management and operation of the Restore Franchise.
Territory
SourcesThe franchise does not come with an exclusive territory. Other franchisees, company-owned businesses and franchisor-controlled sales channels may compete in your area.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 65 · Item 12 · View Source
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Source NotesYou will not receive an exclusive territory. You may face competition from other franchisees, from company-owned businesses, or from other channels of distribution or competitive brands that we control.
A disclosed territory policy does not confirm that your preferred area is available. Ask the franchisor about the specific area you are considering.
Training & Support
SourcesAOS Training is offered approximately quarterly and is held in Memphis, Tennessee or any other site designated by the franchisor.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 62 · Item 11 · View Source
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Source NotesAOS Training is offered approximately quarterly and is held in Memphis, Tennessee or any other site designated by us.
The Franchise Network
SourcesReported At Year-End 2025
| Year | Franchised At Year-End | Company-Owned At Year-End | Total At Year-End | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1,952 | 0 | 1,952 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 89 · Item 20 |
| 2024 | 1,932 | 0 | 1,932 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 89 · Item 20 |
| 2025 | 1,910 | 0 | 1,910 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 89 · 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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2023 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2023 2,071 1,952 -119
Company Owned 2023 0 0 0
Total Outlets 2023 2,071 1,952 -119
2024 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2024 1,952 1,932 -20
Company Owned 2024 0 0 0
Total Outlets 2024 1,952 1,932 -20
2025 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2025 1,932 1,910 -22
Company Owned 2025 0 0 0
SourcesTotal Outlets 2025 1,932 1,910 -22
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
The franchisor is a Delaware limited liability company formed in October 2020.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor’s predecessors began performing professional cleaning services in 1929.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor’s immediate predecessor, ServiceMaster Residential/Commercial Services Limited Partnership, a Delaware limited partnership, offered ServiceMaster Clean, ServiceMaster Restore, and ServiceMaster Recovery Management franchises from December 1990 to December 2020.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 · Item 1 · View Source
Read Source Excerpts
We are a Delaware limited liability company formed in October 2020.
Our predecessors began performing professional cleaning services in 1929.
Source NotesOur immediate predecessor, ServiceMaster Residential/Commercial Services Limited Partnership (“Predecessor”), a Delaware limited partnership, offered ServiceMaster Clean, ServiceMaster Restore, and ServiceMaster Recovery Management franchises from December 1990 to December 2020.
02The Leadership Team
The leadership team listed in the FDD includes Jon Nobis (Chief Executive Officer), Kim Brooks (President of Franchising), Austin Yoder (Chief Operating Officer) and Jim Boccher (Chief Development Officer).
2026 FDD · PDF Pages 23, 24 · Item 2 · View Source
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Chief Executive Officer: Jon Nobis
President of Franchising: Kim Brooks
Chief Operating Officer: Austin Yoder
Source NotesChief Development Officer: Jim Boccher
04Bankruptcy Disclosure
This FDD reports no bankruptcy matters that require disclosure under Item 4.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 · Item 4 · View Source
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Source NotesNo bankruptcy information is required to be disclosed in this Item.
07Estimated Startup Investment
The FDD estimates a total startup investment of $287,800 to $474,340. Review the listed costs and any conditions before setting your own startup budget.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 44 · Item 7 · View Source
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Source NotesTotal for Disaster Restoration License (Note 14) $287,800 $474,340
11Support, Training And Advertising
AOS Training is offered approximately quarterly and is held in Memphis, Tennessee or any other site designated by the franchisor.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 62 · Item 11 · View Source
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Source NotesAOS Training is offered approximately quarterly and is held in Memphis, Tennessee or any other site designated by us.
12Territory
The franchise does not come with an exclusive territory. Other franchisees, company-owned businesses and franchisor-controlled sales channels may compete in your area.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 65 · Item 12 · View Source
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Source NotesYou will not receive an exclusive territory. You may face competition from other franchisees, from company-owned businesses, or from other channels of distribution or competitive brands that we control.
14Patents, Copyrights And Proprietary Information
The franchisor does not own any patents or have any pending patent applications that are material to Restore Franchises.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 69 · Item 14 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not own any patents or have any pending patent applications that are material to Restore Franchises.
15Owner Participation
You, your owners, officers, and/or managers must devote full-time energy and best efforts to the management and operation of the Restore Franchise.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 70 · Item 15 · View Source
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Source NotesYou, your owners, officers, and/or managers must devote full-time energy and best efforts to the management and operation of the Restore Franchise.
16Products And Services You Can Sell
Restore Franchises may not offer asbestos abatement services.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 71 · Item 16 · View Source
You must offer and provide the services the franchisor requires for your specific SM License. You may not offer or provide services that the franchisor has not approved for your specific SM License.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 71 · Item 16 · View Source
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Restore Franchises may not offer asbestos abatement services.
Source NotesYou must offer and provide the services we require for your specific SM License. You may not offer or provide services that we have not approved for your specific SM License.
20Franchise Locations
At the end of 2025, the FDD reports 1,910 franchised locations and 0 company-owned locations. These are reported locations, not a count of territories available to buy.
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Franchised 2025 1,932 1,910 -22
Company Owned 2025 0 0 0
Source NotesTotal Outlets 2025 1,932 1,910 -22
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