Boulder Designs franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Boulder Designs franchise fee is $63,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $146,815 to $172,380, with about $30,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Boulder Designs FDD.
What are the Boulder Designs franchise fees and investment?
The Boulder Designs franchise requires a franchise fee of $63,000 and a total initial investment of $146,815 to $172,380. The franchise fee is one line inside the total investment, which also covers location, equipment, opening inventory and working capital.
| Franchise fee (FDD Item 5) | $63,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $146,815 to $172,380 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $30,000 |
| US locations | 77 |
| Industry | Home Services |
| Headquarters | Waco, Texas |
| Founded | 2017 |
| Franchising since | 2017 |
How does the Boulder Designs investment compare with other home services franchises?
Boulder Designs's minimum investment of $146,815 is above the median minimum investment of $112,373 across the 516 home services franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 160 of the other 515 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $63,000 compares with an industry median of $45,000.
By minimum investment, Boulder Designs belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Boulder Designs FDD?
Verify six parts of the Boulder Designs Franchise Disclosure Document before you sign, because figures change with every annual FDD:
- Item 5 and Item 6: the current franchise fee, royalty, marketing fund and technology fees.
- Item 7: the full investment range by expense line, including working capital.
- Item 19: whether Boulder Designs discloses financial performance data, and which units it covers.
- Item 20: openings, closures and transfers, plus contacts for current and former franchisees.
- Item 21: the franchisor's audited financial statements.
- Item 12: whether your territory is protected.
The full list of Items is in the FDD guide. You must receive the FDD at least 14 calendar days before you sign a binding agreement or pay any money.
Which franchises are similar to Boulder Designs?
These home services franchises have the closest minimum investment to Boulder Designs:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| FlyLock | $75,000 to $300,000 | $146,741 to $397,595 |
| Garage Floor Coating | $45,000 | $147,800 to $240,500 |
| Transblue | $49,500 | $147,900 to $244,300 |
| Skedaddle | $49,500 | $145,100 to $210,550 |
| Screenmobile | $49,500 | $144,549 to $206,092 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Boulder Designs franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Boulder Designs franchise ranges from $146,815 to $172,380, including a franchise fee of $63,000, according to franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. The exact amount depends on location, build-out and working capital, as shown in Item 7 of the FDD.
How much cash do you need to open a Boulder Designs franchise?
Boulder Designs lists a minimum of about $30,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Boulder Designs locations are there?
Boulder Designs reported 77 US locations in the data compiled in October 2026. Item 20 of the FDD shows openings, closures and transfers for the last three years.
How long has Boulder Designs been franchising?
Boulder Designs started offering franchises in 2017 after the company was founded in 2017.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Boulder Designs and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Boulder Designs. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.