Key Numbers
142
Total units open
5 net new franchised units, 1 net new company-owned unit
Units opened last year
1 franchised unit terminated or ceased operations
Units closed last year
5 franchised units
Net unit growth
2025
HOODZ Franchise
Franchised by HOODZ INTERNATIONAL LLC · FDD 2026
Home Services FDD 2026 Founded 2008 · 18+ yrs Item 19 disclosed
Data extracted from HOODZ INTERNATIONAL LLC's 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document, filed under FTC Rule 16 CFR 436. How we analyze FDDs →
Initial investment
$38K - $247K
Franchise fee
$30K
System size
135 (+5)
Royalty
7–10%
The Verdict
Quick Verdict · who it fits
HOODZ fits first-time franchise buyers looking for a mid-scale home services concept.
✓ Strengths
- ✓Discloses Item 19 financial performance
- ✓Strong unit retention (0.7% closure ratio)
Key FDD Facts
The numbers a buyer needs first — straight from the filing.
Initial investment (Item 7)
$38K - $247K
Franchise fee (Item 5)
$30K
Royalty (Item 6)
7–10% + 1% ad
System size (Item 20)
135 +5
Years in business
18+ yrs
Company-owned units
7
Item 3 litigation
1 suit
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Buyer qualifications
Data extracted from the 2026 FDD filed with state regulators. Fees and terms may have changed since filing — request the current FDD from the franchisor before deciding. Not legal, financial, or investment advice. Full disclaimer.
What you'd pay the franchisor
Drag to your projected annual sales. Royalty 7–10% + ad fund 1% on gross sales.
PROJECTED ANNUAL SALES$500,000
$100k$2M
Royalty (7–10%)
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Ad fund (1%)
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▪ Of-sales fees only · excludes rent, labor, COGS, and one-time costs · for illustration
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Risks to review
4
Strengths identified
5
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Industry Benchmarks
How HOODZ ranks against 254 Home Services peers we've analyzed.
Initial investment
3rd pct · of 254 peers
Franchise fee
11th pct · of 254 peers
System size
71st pct · of 254 peers
Home Services industry averages
Avg investment
$156K - $287K
Avg franchise fee
$52K
Avg system size
150
Franchises analyzed
254
How HOODZ stacks up
Closest concepts by category and investment.
| Brand | Item 19 | Fee | Investment | Royalty | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HOODZ | Disclosed | $30K | $38K - $247K | 7–10% | 135 |
| Window Gang Similar price | Disclosed | $65K | $139K - $247K | 6% | 52 |
| Branches Biggest system | Disclosed | $68K | $80K - $114K | 6% | 8,086 |
| CBD Top-rated in category | Disclosed | $20K | $154K - $511K | 7.25% | 84 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a HOODZ franchise cost?
HOODZ requires a $29,900 initial franchise fee and a total initial investment range of $38,088–$246,807, per the most recent FDD on file.
Who owns HOODZ?
HOODZ is franchised by HOODZ INTERNATIONAL LLC, the franchisor entity of record on its Franchise Disclosure Document. Item 1 of the FDD discloses the franchisor's corporate history, parents, and predecessors.
Does HOODZ disclose financial performance (Item 19)?
Yes. HOODZ discloses Item 19 financial performance representations in its FDD. See the financials sub-page for the disclosed figures.
What ongoing fees does HOODZ charge?
Franchisees pay a royalty of 10% up to $999,999.99; 9% on sales $1,000,000–$1,999,999.99; 8% on sales $2,000,000–$2,999,999.99; 7% on sales $3,000,000+ and an advertising fund contribution of 1% on gross sales as defined in Item 6 of the FDD.
How many HOODZ locations are there?
As of their 2026 FDD, HOODZ has 135 total locations, with 5 new locations opened in the most recent reporting year. This information comes from Item 20 of the FDD.
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