Source: FranopolisThe Roof Resource
What It Costs
SourcesYour location, business format and operating plan can change the total.
Where Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Storage Unit | $0 to $1,500 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 18 Storage Unit (Note 3) $0 to $1,500 |
| Initial Franchise Fee for Multiple Marketing Territory Zones | $150,000 to $360,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 21 Initial Franchise Fee (Note 1) $150,000 to $360,000 |
| Professional Fees | $5,250 to $10,500 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 19 Professional Fees (Note 12) $5,250 to $10,500 |
| Marketing Launch Package Fee for Multiple Marketing Territory Zones | $42,000 to $105,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 21 Marketing Launch Package Fee (Note 2) $42,000 to $105,000 |
| Printing, Stationery and Office Supplies | $1,900 to $4,300 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 19 Printing, Stationery and Office Supplies (Note 14) $1,900 to $4,300 |
| Additional Funds – Three Months | $5,878 to $12,383 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 19 Additional Funds – Three Months (Note 15) $5,878 to $12,383 |
| Utility Deposits | $200 to $300 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 18 Utility Deposits (Note 5) $200 to $300 |
| Licenses and Permits | $250 to $1,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 19 Licenses and Permits (Note 13) $250 to $1,000 |
| Estimated Initial Investment to Open Single Marketing Territory | $24,067 to $49,683 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 21 Estimated Initial Investment to Open Single Marketing Territory $24,067 to $49,683 |
| Signage | $650 to $1,600 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 18 Signage (Note 6) $650 to $1,600 |
| Advertising Assets | $4,000 to $6,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 18 Advertising Assets (Note 9) $4,000 to $6,000 |
| Total Estimate | $120,067 to $145,683 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 19 Total Estimate (Note 16) $120,067 to $145,683 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | $75,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 18 Initial Franchise Fee (Note 1) $75,000 |
| Marketing Launch Package Fee | $21,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 18 Marketing Launch Package Fee (Note 8) $21,000 |
| Computer, Software, and Business Management System | $4,875 to $6,150 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 18 Computer, Software, and Business Management System (Note 7) $4,875 to $6,150 |
| Furniture and Fixtures | $0 to $1,400 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 18 Furniture and Fixtures (Note 4) $0 to $1,400 |
| Travel for Initial Training | $1,000 to $3,100 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 18 Travel for Initial Training (Note 11) $1,000 to $3,100 |
| Insurance Deposits – Three Months | $64 to $450 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 18 Insurance Deposits – Three Months (Note 10) $64 to $450 |
| Construction and Leasehold Improvements | $0 to $1,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 18 Construction and Leasehold Improvements (Note 2) $0 to $1,000 |
| Total Estimate for Multiple Marketing Territory Zones | $216,067 to $514,683 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 21 Total Estimate (Note 3) $216,067 to $514,683 |
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
The Initial Franchise Fee is $75,000 for a geographic area (your “Marketing Territory”) that operates as a single marketing territory with a population of approximately 175,000 households
2025 FDD · PDF Page 11 · Item 5
Review Fee Sources- Royalty
View Disclosed Terms
Greater of 7% of Gross Sales or Minimum Monthly Royalty Fee Requirement
2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 · Item 6
Review Fee Sources- Marketing & Advertising
- 1% of Gross Sales
View Disclosed Terms
Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Operations Non-Compliance | $450 to $1,000 per occurrence | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Payment Non-Compliance | $150 per occurrence | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Renewal | 10% of the then current initial franchise fee payable by a franchisee who is new to the Roof Resource system | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Transfer | 50% of the then current initial franchise fee payable by a franchisee who is new to the Roof Resource system | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Management Service | 20% of Gross Sales plus expenses | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Supplemental Training | Our then current daily rate per trainer, plus expenses we incur. Current rate is $500 per day | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Software Fees | $125 per month | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Franchisee Directed Local Marketing | During months 4, 5 and 6 of operations, $3,500 per month for each Marketing Territory Zone in your Marketing Territory Thereafter, the greater of 5% of monthly Gross Sales or $3,000 per month for each Marketing Territory Zone in your Marketing Territory | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Royalty | Greater of 7% of Gross Sales or Minimum Monthly Royalty Fee Requirement | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Contact Center Fee | $25 per appointment, $300 per month minimum | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Reporting Non-Compliance | $150 per occurrence | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Additional Employee Initial Training | Our then current training fee, currently $500 per person per day | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Local and Regional Advertising Cooperatives | Up to 5% of monthly Gross Sales, currently not assessed | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Technology | Up to $800, currently $600 per month | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Operations Support Fee | 15% of Gross Sales generated for each roof installation | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Brand Development Fund | 1% of Gross Sales | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | The Initial Franchise Fee is $75,000 for a geographic area (your “Marketing Territory”) that operates as a single marketing territory with a population of approximately 175,000 households | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Marketing Launch Package Fee | you must pay to us or our designated vendors a marketing launch package fee (the “Marketing Launch Package Fee”) in the amount of $21,000 per each Marketing Territory Zone in your Marketing Territory. | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Interest | 18% per annum from due date | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Referral Fees | 5% of the Gross Sales generated by the work referred | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Non-Compliance: Customer Reviews | $250 to $750 per month | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| NSF Check Fee or Failed Electronic Fund Transfer | $50 or maximum fee allowed by law | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Annual Conference Attendance Fee | Our then current conference fee, not greater than $250 per attendee | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
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 must approve your Managing Owner and your Managing Owner must dedicate his or her full time efforts to the management and operation of the Franchise.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 37 · Item 15 · View Source
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Source NotesWe must approve your Managing Owner and your Managing Owner must dedicate his or her full time efforts to the management and operation of the Franchise.
Training & Support
SourcesThe training program is to be attended by you, or if you are a Corporate Entity, your Managing Owner and one Operating Manager at the franchisor’s training facility located in Detroit, Michigan.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 27 · Item 11 · View Source
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Source NotesThe training program is to be attended by you, or if you are a Corporate Entity, your Managing Owner and one Operating Manager at our training facility located in Detroit, Michigan.
Franchisor Financing
SourcesThe franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing. The franchisor does not guarantee your note, lease or other obligation.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 19 · Item 10 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease or other obligation .
The Franchise Network
SourcesReported At Year-End 2024
| Year | Franchised At Year-End | Company-Owned At Year-End | Total At Year-End | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 43 · Item 20 |
| 2023 | 6 | 1 | 7 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 43 · Item 20 |
| 2024 | 7 | 2 | 9 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 43 · 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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2022 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2022 0 0 0
Company Owned 2022 1 1 0
Total Outlets 2022 1 1 0
2023 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2023 0 6 +6
Company Owned 2023 1 1 0
Total Outlets 2023 1 7 +6
2024 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2024 6 7 +1
Company Owned 2024 1 2 +1
SourcesTotal Outlets 2024 7 9 +2
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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07Estimated Startup Investment
The FDD estimates a total startup investment of $120,067 to $145,683. Review the listed costs and any conditions before setting your own startup budget.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 19 · Item 7 · View Source
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Source NotesTotal Estimate (Note 16) $120,067 to $145,683
10Financing Offered By The Franchisor
The franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing. The franchisor does not guarantee your note, lease or other obligation.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 19 · Item 10 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease or other obligation .
11Support, Training And Advertising
The training program is to be attended by you, or if you are a Corporate Entity, your Managing Owner and one Operating Manager at the franchisor’s training facility located in Detroit, Michigan.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 27 · Item 11 · View Source
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Source NotesThe training program is to be attended by you, or if you are a Corporate Entity, your Managing Owner and one Operating Manager at our training facility located in Detroit, Michigan.
14Patents, Copyrights And Proprietary Information
The franchisor does not own any rights to, or licenses in any patent or copyrights material to the franchise System. The franchisor has not applied to the USPTO for the issuance of any patents.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 37 · Item 14 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not own any rights to, or licenses in any patent or copyrights material to the franchise System. We have not applied to the USPTO for the issuance of any patents.
15Owner Participation
The franchisor must approve your Managing Owner and your Managing Owner must dedicate his or her full time efforts to the management and operation of the Franchise.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 37 · Item 15 · View Source
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Source NotesWe must approve your Managing Owner and your Managing Owner must dedicate his or her full time efforts to the management and operation of the Franchise.
16Products And Services You Can Sell
You may only sell the products and services specified or approved by the franchisor in writing. You must sell the products and services required by the franchisor.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 38 · Item 16 · View Source
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Source NotesYou may only sell the products and services specified or approved by us in writing. You must sell the products and services required by us.
17Renewal, Transfer And Ending The Agreement
If you meet the franchisor’s conditions for renewal, you may renew your franchise for one additional 10 year renewal term.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 38 · Item 17 · View Source
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Source NotesIf you meet our conditions for renewal, you may renew your franchise for one additional 10 year renewal term.
18Public Figures
The franchisor currently uses no public figure to promote the franchise, and none is involved in its management.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 42 · Item 18 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not currently use any public figure to promote our franchise. No public figure is currently involved in our management.
20Franchise Locations
At the end of 2024, the FDD reports 7 franchised locations and 2 company-owned locations. These are reported locations, not a count of territories available to buy.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 43 · Item 20 · View Source
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21Franchisor Financial Statements
Exhibit D contains the franchisor’s audited financial statements covering 2023, 2024. These statements describe the franchisor’s finances, not a franchise owner’s earnings.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 45 · Item 21 · View Source
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Source NotesAttached as Exhibit D are our audited financial statements for 2023 and 2024.
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