How much does it cost to open a Stratus Building Solutions franchise?

The total initial investment for a Stratus Building Solutions franchise ranges from $109,550 to $345,950. This includes the franchise fee of $75,000, buildout costs, equipment, and initial working capital.

What are the ongoing fees for a Stratus Building Solutions franchise?

Stratus Building Solutions franchisees pay a 5.0% royalty fee and a 1.0% advertising/marketing fund contribution. These are typically calculated as a percentage of gross revenue.

How much money can you make with a Stratus Building Solutions franchise?

Stratus Building Solutions does not disclose financial performance data (Item 19) in their FDD. Revenue and profitability figures are not publicly available from the franchisor.

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Stratus Building Solutions Franchise Cost Breakdown

Complete investment analysis based on official FDD data

Total Investment

$109,550 – $345,950

Franchise Fee

$75,000

Royalty Rate

5.0%

Initial Investment Range

Low: $109,550 High: $345,950

The total initial investment to open a Stratus Building Solutions franchise ranges from $109,550 to $345,950, as disclosed in their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the one-time franchise fee of $75,000.

Midpoint estimate: $227,750

Franchise Fee

$75,000

One-time initial fee

The Stratus Building Solutions franchise fee is a one-time upfront payment made to the franchisor when you sign the franchise agreement. This fee grants you the right to operate under the Stratus Building Solutions brand and is included in the total initial investment range above.

Ongoing Fees

Royalty Fee

5.0%

of gross revenue

Ad/Marketing Fund

1.0%

of gross revenue

Total Ongoing Fee Burden: 6.0% of gross revenue

Combined royalty and advertising fund contributions before any other fees.

Other Ongoing Fees

Fee Type	Rate	Type	Notes
Royalty on Contract Services and Sales	4.0	PCT	Tiered structure: 4% on gross revenues under $300,000; 3.5% on revenues between $300,000-$500,000; 3% on revenues over $500,000. Gross revenues include total receipts collected for services performed by franchisee or unit franchisees, without reductions for amounts payable to unit franchisees. Due by the 10th day of the following month.
Royalty on Unit Franchise Fees	20.0	PCT	Tiered structure: 20% if master franchise generated under $300,000 in gross revenues; 15% if between $300,000-$500,000; 10% if over $500,000. Applies to total down payment of each unit franchise sale, including deferred down payments and upgrades. Due by the 10th day of the following month.
Advertising and Public Relations Fund	1.0	VARIABLE	Not currently collected, but franchisor reserves the right to collect upon written notice. Due by the 10th day of the following month.
Transfer Fee	10.0	PCT	No charge if transferred to a family member or corporation which franchisee controls. Payable upon transfer.
Technology Costs	450.0	VARIABLE	Covers ERP software, CRM system, QuickBooks accounting software, email, and related updates and support. Paid to franchisor and third-party providers. Amount may increase based on provider fee changes or software/technology requirement changes.
Annual Conference	N/A	FIXED	Conference is free, but franchisee must pay for own travel and lodging. Attendance is mandatory.
Annual Conference Non-Attendance Fee	2500.0	FIXED	Multiplied by number of annual conferences failed to attend. Assessed absent extraordinary circumstances. Due upon invoice.
In-depth Business Consultation after First 12 Months	350.0	FIXED	Only applies if franchisee requests consultation after first 12 months of operation, at franchisee's offices or franchisor's headquarters. Due upon invoice.
Late Payment Fee	5.0	PCT	Greater of 5% of delinquent payment or maximum late fee allowed by state law in franchisee's territory. Due upon invoice.
Late Reporting Fee	50.0	FIXED	Assessed when required reports are not received by the 10th of the month. Due upon invoice.
Penalty for Non-Compliance	500.0	FIXED	Payable if franchisee purports to terminate or not renew the Master Franchise Agreement and refuses to return required materials. Due as incurred.
Attorney Fees and Costs	N/A	VARIABLE	Payable when franchisor incurs legal fees or other expenses as a result of any breach of franchisee's obligations under the Master Franchise Agreement. Due as incurred.
New Programs and Operating Procedures	155.0	VARIABLE	Franchisor may implement new programs and procedures from time to time (e.g., technology for lead generation, improved communications, promotional materials). Additional capital required ranges from $10-$300 per month.

What You Get

Financial Performance (Item 19)

Mean Revenue

$3,040,897

per year, per location

Unit Growth & Failure Rate

Avg. Annual Closure Rate

4.7%

Moderate risk — near industry average

Net Unit Growth

+9 units

From 2022 to 2024

Unit Activity History

Year	Start	Opened	Closed	Transfers	End
2022	44	+2	—	—	44
2023	44	+3	—	—	46
2024	46	+7	—	—	53

Is a Stratus Building Solutions Franchise Worth It?

Based on the FDD data, here is a data-driven snapshot of the Stratus Building Solutions franchise opportunity:

Overall Score

67/100

Moderate opportunity

Est. Payback Period

N/A

Insufficient data

Risk Level

Medium

4.7% annual closure rate

Stratus Building Solutions shows a moderate score across our evaluation criteria. Careful due diligence is recommended. For a complete analysis including risk factors, deal-breaker flags, and detailed financial modeling, see the full report.