Color Glo International franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Color Glo International franchise fee is $44,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $63,300 to $68,375, with about $15,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Color Glo International FDD.
What are the Color Glo International franchise fees and investment?
The Color Glo International franchise requires a franchise fee of $44,000 and a total initial investment of $63,300 to $68,375. 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) | $44,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $63,300 to $68,375 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $15,000 |
| US locations | 70 |
| Industry | Home Services (Maintenance, Repair, & Restoration) |
| Headquarters | Eden Prairie, Minnesota |
| Founded | 1979 |
| Franchising since | 1981 |
How does the Color Glo International investment compare with other home services franchises?
Color Glo International's minimum investment of $63,300 is at or below the median minimum investment of $112,373 across the 516 home services franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 391 of the other 515 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $44,000 compares with an industry median of $45,000.
What should you verify in the Color Glo International FDD?
Verify six parts of the Color Glo International 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 Color Glo International 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 Color Glo International?
These home services franchises have the closest minimum investment to Color Glo International:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Roofaid | $50,000 | $62,900 to $286,700 |
| Relocation Strategies | $52,000 to $68,000 | $62,500 to $88,200 |
| Complete Pest Solutions | $50,000 | $62,200 to $98,100 |
| Mowbot | $39,000 | $61,510 to $191,680 |
| HomeTeam Inspection Service | $45,000 to $65,000 | $65,100 to $91,800 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Color Glo International franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Color Glo International franchise ranges from $63,300 to $68,375, including a franchise fee of $44,000, 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 Color Glo International franchise?
Color Glo International lists a minimum of about $15,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Color Glo International locations are there?
Color Glo International reported 70 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 Color Glo International been franchising?
Color Glo International started offering franchises in 1981 after the company was founded in 1979.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Color Glo International and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Color Glo International. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.