Source: FranopolisThe Patch Boys
The Patch Boys is a home services franchise specializing in drywall repair jobs of all sizes, including small holes, seams, and dents. Its services address residential repair needs and are also provided through relationships with contractors, electricians, plumbers, and restoration companies seeking a partner for small repairs. The business operates as part of the BELFOR Franchise Group, which provides training and ongoing support to franchise owners. The franchise model uses few employees and simple inventory.
What It Costs
SourcesWhere Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Opening Advertising | $500 to $2,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 Initial Opening Advertising (10) $500 $2,500 |
| Technology System | $100 to $2,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 Technology System (5) $100 $2,000 |
| Lease Deposit and First Month’s Rent, Utilities | $0 to $2,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 Lease Deposit and First Month’s Rent, Utilities (3) $0 $2,000 |
| Initial Supplies and Inventory | $1,000 to $3,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 Initial Supplies (6) and Inventory $1,000 $3,000 |
| Licenses/Permits | $0 to $500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 Licenses/Permits $0 $500 |
| Insurance | $2,500 to $6,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 Insurance (7) $2,500 $6,000 |
| Additional Working Capital (three months) | $15,000 to $20,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 Additional Working Capital (12) (three months) $15,000 $20,000 |
| Vehicles | $0 to $3,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 Vehicles (8) $0 $3,000 |
| Miscellaneous Pre-opening Expenses | $1,500 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 Miscellaneous Pre-opening Expenses (11) $1,500 $5,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $0 to $2,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 Leasehold Improvements (4) $0 $2,000 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | $44,900 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 Initial Franchise Fee (1) $44,900 $44,900 |
| Exterior Signage | $0 to $2,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 Exterior Signage $0 $2,000 |
| Initial Package Fee | $8,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 Initial Package Fee (2) $8,000 $8,000 |
| TOTALS | $74,500 to $105,900 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 TOTALS (13) $74,500 $105,900 |
| Costs Incurred While Attending Training | $1,000 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 Costs Incurred While Attending Training (9) $1,000 $5,000 |
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
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Upon signing the Franchise Agreement, you must pay an initial franchise fee of $44,900 (the “Initial Franchise Fee”).
2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 · Item 5
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Audit | Cost of inspection or audit, estimated between $2,500 and $6,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 |
| Referral Fee - Transfer | Then current fee which is presently 10% of sales price or $30,000, whichever is greater | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 |
| NORA Fee | None currently assessed; if we manage accounts through a national or regional accounts program you will pay up to 5 % of Gross Sales | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 |
| Technology Fee | Our then-current fee, which is presently $349 per month | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Transfer of Corporation Fee | The current fee which is presently $500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 |
| Initial Package Fee | You must also obtain, from us, an initial package (“Initial Package”) that will cost $8,000 plus sales tax (the “Initial Package Fee”). | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Testing, New Product or New Supplier Approval | Cost of review and testing with a minimum fee of $500 plus costs | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 |
| Field Training | Our then-current fee, which is presently $2,000 per person | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Late Payment Fee | Then current fee which is currently 5% of amount due or $50 per week, whichever is greater | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 |
| Convention Non-Attendance Fee | Our then current fee, which is presently $1,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 |
| Non-Sufficient Funds | Our then current fee, which is presently $50 per NSF | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 |
| Late Report Fee | Then current fee which is currently $100 per week that a report is late | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 |
| Collection Fee | Our then-current fee, which is presently up to 35% of gross amounts collected on your behalf | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 |
| Renewal Fee | 10% of the then-current Initial Franchise Fee, which is currently $4,490, if applicable | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | Upon signing the Franchise Agreement, you must pay an initial franchise fee of $44,900 (the “Initial Franchise Fee”). | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Administrative Fee | Then current fee which is presently $500 per transaction | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 |
| Interest Fee | 18% per annum or the maximum permitted by law | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 |
| Non-Compliance Fee | The current fee for any non-compliance with our system specifications or provision of the Franchise Agreement, currently up to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 |
| Transfer Fee to Spouse or adult offspring of Franchisee | The current Administration Fee which is presently $500. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 |
| Regional Meetings and/or Additional Training | $0 to $500 per person per event for Regional Meetings and/or Additional Training | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
SourcesYour Role As An Owner
SourcesThe Designated Manager is not required to have an ownership interest in the THE PATCH BOYS Business.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 54 · Item 15 · View Source
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Source NotesThe Designated Manager is not required to have an ownership interest in the THE PATCH BOYS Business.
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 47 · 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.
Training & Support
SourcesThe estimated typical length of time between the signing of the Franchise Agreement and payment of any consideration for the THE PATCH BOYS Business, and the opening of the THE PATCH BOYS Business, is approximately 60 to 90 days.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 38 · Item 11 · View Source
Read The Disclosed Requirements
You are required to use the franchisor’s THE PATCH BOYS CRM (customer relationship management) cloud-based software system.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 40 · Item 11 · View Source
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The estimated typical length of time between the signing of the Franchise Agreement and payment of any consideration for the THE PATCH BOYS Business, and the opening of the THE PATCH BOYS Business, is approximately 60 to 90 days.
Source NotesYou are required to use our THE PATCH BOYS CRM (customer relationship management) cloud-based software system.
The Franchise Network
SourcesReported At Year-End 2025
| Year | Franchised At Year-End | Company-Owned At Year-End | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 308 | 0 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 67 · Item 20 |
| 2024 | 284 | 0 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 67 · Item 20 |
| 2025 | 264 | 0 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 67 · 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 298 308 + 10
Company Owned 2023 0 0 0
2024 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2024 308 284 - 24
Company Owned 2024 0 0 0
2025 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2025 284 264 - 20
SourcesCompany Owned 2025 0 0 0
Inside The FDD
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02The Leadership Team
The leadership team listed in the FDD includes Sheldon Yellen (Chief Executive Officer of BFG, BELFOR, and BELFOR Holdings, Inc.), Abigail Baker (Senior Vice President of Marketing), Michael J. Reddy (Chief Development Officer of Belfor Franchise Group, LLC) and Melanie Parker (Senior Vice President of Legal and Franchise Administration).
2026 FDD · PDF Pages 14, 15 · Item 2 · View Source
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Chief Executive Officer of BFG, BELFOR, and BELFOR Holdings, Inc.: Sheldon Yellen
Senior Vice President of Marketing: Abigail Baker
Chief Development Officer of Belfor Franchise Group, LLC: Michael J. Reddy
Source NotesSenior Vice President of Legal and Franchise Administration: Melanie Parker
08Suppliers And Required Purchases
Franchisor may receive fees and other payments from suppliers and others in connection with Franchisee’s purchases and may use the fees for Franchisor’s own purposes.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 107 · Item 8 · View Source
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Source NotesFranchisor may receive fees and other payments from suppliers and others in connection with Franchisee’s purchases and may use the fees for Franchisor’s own purposes.
11Support, Training And Advertising
The estimated typical length of time between the signing of the Franchise Agreement and payment of any consideration for the THE PATCH BOYS Business, and the opening of the THE PATCH BOYS Business, is approximately 60 to 90 days.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 38 · Item 11 · View Source
You are required to use the franchisor’s THE PATCH BOYS CRM (customer relationship management) cloud-based software system.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 40 · Item 11 · View Source
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The estimated typical length of time between the signing of the Franchise Agreement and payment of any consideration for the THE PATCH BOYS Business, and the opening of the THE PATCH BOYS Business, is approximately 60 to 90 days.
Source NotesYou are required to use our THE PATCH BOYS CRM (customer relationship management) cloud-based software system.
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 47 · 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.
14Patents, Copyrights And Proprietary Information
You do not receive the right to use any item covered by a patent. There are no pending patent applications that are material to the franchise.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 53 · Item 14 · View Source
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Source NotesYou do not receive the right to use any item covered by a patent. There are no pending patent applications that are material to the franchise.
15Owner Participation
The Designated Manager is not required to have an ownership interest in the THE PATCH BOYS Business.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 54 · Item 15 · View Source
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Source NotesThe Designated Manager is not required to have an ownership interest in the THE PATCH BOYS Business.
18Public Figures
The franchisor says it does not use public figures to promote this franchise.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 60 · 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 2025, the FDD reports 264 franchised locations and 0 company-owned locations. These are reported locations, not a count of territories available to buy.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 67 · Item 20 · View Source
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Find The Right Business For The Life You Want.
You don’t have to compare every brand on your own. A franchise consultant can help narrow your options and work through what ownership would ask of you.
Bring your questions about this brand, your priorities and the kind of business you want to run.
Your Role
Understand the hours, sales and people responsibilities behind the ownership model.
Your Shortlist
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Your Market
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