Source: FranopolisStorm Guard
What It Costs
SourcesYour location, business format and operating plan can change the total.
Where Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Rent Deposits | $1,500 to $3,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Rent Deposits (Note 3) $1,500 to $3,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment | $10,000 to $15,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment (Note 11) $10,000 to $15,000 |
| Insurance Deposits | $3,000 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Insurance Deposits (Note 5) $3,000 to $5,000 |
| Utility Deposits | $300 to $600 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Utility Deposits (Note 4) $300 to $600 |
| Additional Signage, Equipment and Supplies | $1,000 to $2,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Additional Signage, Equipment and Supplies (Note 10) $1,000 to $2,000 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | $65,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Initial Franchise Fee (Note 2) $65,000 (Note 2) |
| Vehicles | $4,000 to $7,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Vehicles (Note 8) $4,000 to 7,000 |
| Opening Package | $40,000 to $50,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Opening Package (Note 7) $40,000 to $50,000 |
| Licenses, Certificates and Permits | $0 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Licenses, Certificates and Permits (Note 9) $0 to $5,000 |
| Travel and Living Expenses While Training | $4,000 to $7,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Travel and Living Expenses While Training (Note 6) $4,000 to $7,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $0 to $4,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Leasehold Improvements (Note 3) $0 to $4,000 |
| Additional Funds (3 months) | $75,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Additional Funds (3 months) (Note 14) $75,000 |
| Professional Fees | $5,000 to $7,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Professional Fees (Note 12) $5,000 to $7,500 |
| Total Estimated Initial Investment | $209,300 to $247,600 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 TOTAL ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (Notes 1, 15 and 16) $209,300 to $247,600 |
| Dues and Subscriptions | $500 to $1,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Dues and Subscriptions (Note 13) $500 to $1,500 |
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
- Royalty
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• 6.25% on Gross Sales from $0 to $4,000,000 • 5% on Gross Sales from $4,000,001 to $7,000,000 • 4% on Gross Sales from $7,000,001 to $10,000,000 • 3% on Gross Sales over $10,000,000
2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 · Item 6
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Royalty Fee | • 6.25% on Gross Sales from $0 to $4,000,000 • 5% on Gross Sales from $4,000,001 to $7,000,000 • 4% on Gross Sales from $7,000,001 to $10,000,000 • 3% on Gross Sales over $10,000,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Annual Meeting or Convention | Currently, the fee is $2,000 per franchisee (up to 2 people) to attend the meeting or convention. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Additional Opening Package | If your Franchised Area consists of three or more Standard Territories, you must purchase a second Opening Package at the then - current price ($40,000 to $50,000) upon commencing operation of your third Standard Territory. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Enhanced E-mail Address | enhanced email addresses including Microsoft Office features, which cost $22 per month for each e - mail address. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Initial Franchise Fee - One Standard Territory | Upon signing a Franchise Agreement, you must pay us a nonrefundable initial franchise fee (“Initial Franchise Fee”) in the amount of Sixty - Five Thousand Dollars ($65,000) for a Franchised Area that consists of one Standard Territory. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Late Payment Service Charges | $100 for each delinquent payment. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Opening Package | The price of the Opening Package will range from $40,000 to $50,000, including shipping and handling. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Emergency Tarping Roll | Currently, we charge $1,250 per tarp roll (plus shipping costs). | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Supplementing Department Fee - $2,500+ | $2,500+: $250 flat fee | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Aerial Measurement Services - Commercial | and $200 to $1,000 per commercial unit | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Transfer Fee - Current Franchisee | $2,500 for transfers to current Storm Guard® franchisees. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Initial Franchise Fee - Multiple Territories | Multiple Territory Pricing Number of Territories Total Price One $65,000 Two $110,000 Three $145,000 Four $170,000 Five $190,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Storm Guard E-mail Address | we will charge you $12 per month for each Storm Guard e - mail address. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Sales App Fee | Sales App Fee $29 per month per user | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Technology Fee | The Technology Fee is currently up to $200 per month per franchised territory. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Careerplug Online Account Fees | Currently, $55 per month per location. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Late Reporting Fee | $100 for each delinquent report. Payable when the delinquent report is due, and continuing for each period that the report remains delinquent. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Management Fee | Currently, we plan to charge a Management Fee of 5% of Gross Sales in the event we must manage your Business. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Acculynx Account Fees | $150 per month per account. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Local Advertising - Year 1 | You must spend at least $2,500 per month total on approved promotional activities in your local market during your first year of operations | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Aerial Measurement Services - Residential | We estimate the fee will range from $20 to $60 per residential unit | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Brand Development Fee | Brand Development Fee .75% of Gross Sales | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Local Advertising - Year 3+ | $7,500 per month during all subsequent years of operations. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Xactimate Estimation Software | We estimate the fee will range from $100 to $150 per month per user | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Additional or Ongoing Training | Then - current fee, currently $300 per person, per day. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Transfer Fee - New Franchisee | $12,500, plus any applicable broker fees that we incur, for transfers to new franchisees | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Supplementing Department Fee - $0 to $2,499 | $0 to $2,499: $150 flat fee | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Interest Charges | 1.5% per month or maximum rate provided by law. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Local Advertising - Year 2 | $5,000 per month total during your second year of operations | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
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
SourcesYour Business must be operated under the on - premises supervision of an individual who has completed, to the franchisor’s satisfaction, the franchisor’s initial training program and all other training the franchisor requires.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 42 · Item 15 · View Source
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Source NotesYour Business must be operated under the on - premises supervision of an individual who has completed, to our satisfaction, our initial training program and all other training we require.
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 36 · Item 12 · View Source
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Source NotesYou will not receive an exclusive territory. You may face competition from other franchisees, from outlets that we own, 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.
Franchisor Financing
SourcesThe franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing, and the franchisor does not guarantee your notes, leases or other obligations.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 27 · Item 10 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not offer direct or indirect financing, and we do not guarantee your notes, leases or other obligations.
The Franchise Network
SourcesReported At Year-End 2023
| Year | Franchised At Year-End | Company-Owned At Year-End | Total At Year-End | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 34 | 1 | 35 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 53 · 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
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02The Leadership Team
The leadership team listed in the FDD includes Shane Lynch (President), Mike Whelan (Chief Financial Officer) and Jason Santee (Executive Vice President).
2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 · Item 2 · View Source
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President: Shane Lynch
Chief Financial Officer: Mike Whelan
Source NotesExecutive Vice President: Jason Santee
03Disclosed Legal Proceedings
This FDD reports no litigation that requires disclosure under Item 3.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 · Item 3 · View Source
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Source NotesNo litigation is required to be disclosed in this Item.
07Estimated Startup Investment
The FDD estimates a total startup investment of $209,300 to $247,600. Review the listed costs and any conditions before setting your own startup budget.
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Source NotesTOTAL ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (Notes 1, 15 and 16) $209,300 to $247,600
08Suppliers And Required Purchases
The franchisor has the right to designate the specific brand and/or manufacturer of any of the Approved Supplies, and the franchisor has the right to designate a single source or sources from whom you must purchase any Approved Supplies.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 24 · Item 8 · View Source
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Source NotesWe have the right to designate the specific brand and/or manufacturer of any of the Approved Supplies, and we have the right to designate a single source or sources from whom you must purchase any Approved Supplies.
10Financing Offered By The Franchisor
The franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing, and the franchisor does not guarantee your notes, leases or other obligations.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 27 · Item 10 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not offer direct or indirect financing, and we do not guarantee your notes, leases or other obligations.
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 36 · Item 12 · View Source
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Source NotesYou will not receive an exclusive territory. You may face competition from other franchisees, from outlets that we own, or from other channels of distribution or competitive brands that we control.
15Owner Participation
Your Business must be operated under the on - premises supervision of an individual who has completed, to the franchisor’s satisfaction, the franchisor’s initial training program and all other training the franchisor requires.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 42 · Item 15 · View Source
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Source NotesYour Business must be operated under the on - premises supervision of an individual who has completed, to our satisfaction, our initial training program and all other training we require.
17Renewal, Transfer And Ending The Agreement
The initial franchise agreement lasts 10 years.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 43 · Item 17 · View Source
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Source NotesInitial term is 10 years.
18Public Figures
The franchisor says it currently does not use public figures to promote this franchise.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 46 · Item 18 · View Source
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Source NotesWe currently do not use any public figure to promote our franchise.
20Franchise Locations
At the end of 2023, the FDD reports 34 franchised locations and 1 company-owned locations. These are reported locations, not a count of territories available to buy.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 53 · Item 20 · View Source
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21Franchisor Financial Statements
Exhibit B contains the franchisor’s audited financial statements covering 2023, 2024, 2025. These statements describe the franchisor’s finances, not a franchise owner’s earnings.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 56 · Item 21 · View Source
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Source NotesAttached to this disclosure document as Exhibit B are our audited financial statements for our fiscal years ended as of December 31, 2023; December 31, 2024; and December 31, 2025, respectively.
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