Mosquito Joe franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Mosquito Joe franchise fee is $42,500 and the total initial investment ranges from $151,155 to $193,075, 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 Mosquito Joe FDD.
What are the Mosquito Joe franchise fees and investment?
The Mosquito Joe franchise requires a franchise fee of $42,500 and a total initial investment of $151,155 to $193,075. 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) | $42,500 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $151,155 to $193,075 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $30,000 |
| US locations | 417 |
| Industry | Home Services (Pest Control) |
| Headquarters | Virginia Beach, Virginia |
| Founded | 2012 |
| Franchising since | 2012 |
How does the Mosquito Joe investment compare with other home services franchises?
Mosquito Joe's minimum investment of $151,155 is above the median minimum investment of $112,373 across the 516 home services franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 153 of the other 515 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $42,500 compares with an industry median of $45,000.
By minimum investment, Mosquito Joe belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Mosquito Joe FDD?
Verify six parts of the Mosquito Joe 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 Mosquito Joe 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 Mosquito Joe?
These home services franchises have the closest minimum investment to Mosquito Joe:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Window Gang | $65,000 | $151,100 to $241,500 |
| Ram Jack | $30,000 | $150,900 to $650,426 |
| Mr. Electric | $42,500 | $152,000 to $314,925 |
| Lawn Doctor | $123,950 to $127,000 | $150,070 to $177,052 |
| Crushr | $49,500 | $149,950 to $383,050 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Mosquito Joe franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Mosquito Joe franchise ranges from $151,155 to $193,075, including a franchise fee of $42,500, 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 Mosquito Joe franchise?
Mosquito Joe 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 Mosquito Joe locations are there?
Mosquito Joe reported 417 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 Mosquito Joe been franchising?
Mosquito Joe started offering franchises in 2012 after the company was founded in 2012.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Mosquito Joe and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Mosquito Joe. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.