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Jan-Pro Franchise

A Jan-Pro Franchising Intl brand operating in the home services sector, franchising since 1992. Financial profile from publicly filed FDDs.

$4K – $52K
Initial investment
10,000
Total locations

The verdict

Jan-Pro needs $4K–$52K to open - an entry cost below the typical home services franchise.

$3K
Franchise fee (Item 5)
10,000
Locations (Item 20)

Figures from Jan-Pro's publicly filed Franchise Disclosure Document (2024).

Investment Overview

Investment Range $4K – $52K
Total Investment
$4K – $52K
Franchise Fee
$3K

Revenue Data (Item 19)

Item 19 Not Disclosed

This franchisor did not provide financial performance data in their FDD. This is common, disclosure is optional.

Network Size & Growth

10,000
Total Locations
10,000
Franchised
+500
Opened (Last Year)

Net Growth Rate

Year-over-year unit change

2% growth

300 locations closed in the last reporting year

Quick Facts

Sector
Home Services
Subsector
commercial cleaning
Founded
1991
Franchising Since
1992
Headquarters
GA
FDD Year
2024
Item 19
Not Disclosed

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Important Notice

Data sourced from publicly available FDD filings. Not financial advice. Consult a franchise attorney and accountant before investing. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

What the Jan-Pro FDD Reveals

Jan-Pro, a Jan-Pro Franchising Intl franchise, has been franchising since 1992 - 1 years after the concept was founded in 1991 , currently with 10,000 total locations in the home services sector, headquartered in GA. According to the 2024 FDD, the total initial investment ranges from $4K to $52K, with the 1195% low-to-high spread driven mainly by site size, market, and how extensive the buildout runs. This figure includes the franchise fee of $3K, equipment, leasehold improvements, and initial working capital through the ramp-up period.

This summary does not carry royalty or ad-fund figures for this brand -- Items 6 and 7 of the FDD hold the authoritative fee schedule. Jan-Pro does not include Item 19 financial performance data in its FDD -- a common choice, since the disclosure is optional under the FTC Franchise Rule. That shifts the diligence burden onto the buyer: survey existing franchisees via the Item 20 contact list, model unit economics from public comparables, and press for validated profit-and-loss figures before signing.

Network momentum is currently positive: Jan-Pro added units at a 2.0% net rate year-over-year (500 openings, 300 closures). Sustained positive growth is a signal that the unit-economics are working well enough to attract new operators, though late-stage growth can also reflect aggressive sales push rather than operational health.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Jan-Pro franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Jan-Pro franchise ranges from $4K to $52K. The initial franchise fee is $3K.
What is the ROI for a Jan-Pro franchise?
Jan-Pro does not disclose financial performance data (Item 19) in their FDD. ROI varies significantly by location, market, and operator. Contact existing franchisees for firsthand financial information.
How many Jan-Pro locations are there?
There are 10,000 Jan-Pro locations in operation, of which 10,000 are franchised. The network is growing at 2.0% year-over-year.
What are the ongoing fees for a Jan-Pro franchise?
Ongoing fee details for Jan-Pro are disclosed in Items 6 and 7 of their Franchise Disclosure Document. Common ongoing fees include royalties on gross sales and advertising fund contributions. Contact the franchisor or request a copy of the FDD for specifics.
Is Jan-Pro a good franchise to buy?
Deciding if Jan-Pro is a good fit rests on factors specific to you: your financial situation, local market conditions, and your business goals. The system's year-over-year trend is growth of 2.0%. Key due diligence steps include reviewing the full FDD, speaking with current and former franchisees (Item 20), validating financial claims, and consulting a franchise attorney.

How Jan-Pro compares to the Home Services sector

Jan-Pro's costs vs the average across 31 home services brands tracked here.

Initial investment (low)
$4K
Sector avg $87K · -95%
Franchise fee
$3K
Sector avg $33K · -92%

Sector averages computed across all tracked home services brands from FDD Items 5–7 (FDD year 2024).

Understanding franchise investment (click to expand)
Data sourced from official state franchise disclosure registries and FDD filings. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainFranchise Editorial

Source: Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDDs) Initial investment, franchise fee, royalty, and Item 19 revenue data from FDD Items 5-7 and 19 · 2024

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