Budget Blinds franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Budget Blinds franchise fee is $19,950 and the total initial investment ranges from $100,500 to $211,250, with about $25,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Budget Blinds FDD.
What are the Budget Blinds franchise fees and investment?
The Budget Blinds franchise requires a franchise fee of $19,950 and a total initial investment of $100,500 to $211,250. 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) | $19,950 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $100,500 to $211,250 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $25,000 |
| US locations | 1,366 |
| Industry | Home Services (Maintenance, Repair, & Restoration) |
| Headquarters | Irvine, California |
| Founded | 1992 |
| Franchising since | 1994 |
How does the Budget Blinds investment compare with other home services franchises?
Budget Blinds's minimum investment of $100,500 is at or below the median minimum investment of $112,373 across the 516 home services franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 287 of the other 515 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $19,950 compares with an industry median of $45,000.
By minimum investment, Budget Blinds belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Budget Blinds FDD?
Verify six parts of the Budget Blinds 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 Budget Blinds 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 Budget Blinds?
These home services franchises have the closest minimum investment to Budget Blinds:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Fibrenew | $47,000 | $100,595 to $121,825 |
| New Creations | $65,000 to $188,500 | $100,824 to $322,274 |
| Goliathtech | $49,500 | $100,000 to $244,000 |
| Mosquito Mike | $49,000 | $99,902 to $123,467 |
| EATGATHERLOVE | $50,000 | $99,800 to $269,750 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Budget Blinds franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Budget Blinds franchise ranges from $100,500 to $211,250, including a franchise fee of $19,950, 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 Budget Blinds franchise?
Budget Blinds lists a minimum of about $25,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Budget Blinds locations are there?
Budget Blinds reported 1,366 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 Budget Blinds been franchising?
Budget Blinds started offering franchises in 1994 after the company was founded in 1992.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Budget Blinds and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Budget Blinds. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.