How much does it cost to open a Chem-Dry franchise?

The total initial investment for a Chem-Dry franchise ranges from varies (contact the franchisor for current FDD data). This includes the franchise fee, buildout costs, equipment, and initial working capital.

What are the ongoing fees for a Chem-Dry franchise?

Chem-Dry franchisees pay an ongoing royalty fee. These are typically calculated as a percentage of gross revenue.

How much money can you make with a Chem-Dry franchise?

Based on Item 19 financial performance data, the median Chem-Dry franchise generates $218,400 in annual revenue. Estimated owner profit is approximately $65,520.

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Chem-Dry Franchise Cost Breakdown

Complete investment analysis based on official FDD data

Total Investment

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Franchise Fee

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Royalty Rate

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Initial Investment Range

Investment range data is not available for this franchise.

Franchise Fee

Franchise fee data is not available.

Ongoing Fees

Royalty Fee

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Ad/Marketing Fund

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Other Ongoing Fees

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What You Get

Financial Performance (Item 19)

Median Revenue

$218,400

per year, per location

Profitability Estimate

Estimated Owner Profit

$65,520

per year

Profit Margin

30.0%

of revenue

Estimation method: benchmark

Unit Growth & Failure Rate

Avg. Annual Closure Rate

9.3%

Elevated risk — above industry average

Net Unit Growth

-1752 units

From 2022 to 2025

Unit Activity History

Year	Start	Opened	Closed	Transfers	End
2022	1752	+56	-228	—	1437
2023	1437	+26	-99	—	1284
2024	1284	+14	-101	—	1099
2025	—	+53	—	—	—

Is a Chem-Dry Franchise Worth It?

Based on the FDD data, here is a data-driven snapshot of the Chem-Dry franchise opportunity:

Overall Score

42/100

Moderate opportunity

Est. Payback Period

N/A

Insufficient data

Risk Level

High

9.3% annual closure rate

Chem-Dry shows a moderate score across our evaluation criteria. Careful due diligence is recommended. With median unit revenue of $218,400 , prospective franchisees should model their own financial projections carefully. For a complete analysis including risk factors, deal-breaker flags, and detailed financial modeling, see the full report.