New Uses franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The New Uses franchise fee is $15,000 to $20,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $187,500 to $286,500, with about $40,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the New Uses FDD.
What are the New Uses franchise fees and investment?
The New Uses franchise requires a franchise fee of $15,000 to $20,000 and a total initial investment of $187,500 to $286,500. 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) | $15,000 to $20,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $187,500 to $286,500 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $40,000 |
| US locations | Not reported |
| Industry | Home Services |
| Headquarters | Mmnetonka, Minesota |
| Founded | 1998 |
| Franchising since | 2011 |
How does the New Uses investment compare with other home services franchises?
New Uses's minimum investment of $187,500 is above the median minimum investment of $112,373 across the 516 home services franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 93 of the other 515 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $15,000 compares with an industry median of $45,000.
By minimum investment, New Uses belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the New Uses FDD?
Verify six parts of the New Uses 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 New Uses 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 New Uses?
These home services franchises have the closest minimum investment to New Uses:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| abc Seamless | $55,000 | $187,701 to $331,581 |
| Big Bob's Flooring Outlet | $65,000 | $187,261 to $393,750 |
| Premiergarage | $19,950 | $186,730 to $284,250 |
| Rolling Suds | $54,900 | $186,150 to $251,850 |
| BOR | $35,000 | $185,894 to $230,444 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a New Uses franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a New Uses franchise ranges from $187,500 to $286,500, including a franchise fee of $15,000 to $20,000, 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 New Uses franchise?
New Uses lists a minimum of about $40,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many New Uses locations are there?
A current US unit count for New Uses is not reported in our data. Item 20 of the FDD lists the number of franchised and company-owned outlets.
How long has New Uses been franchising?
New Uses started offering franchises in 2011 after the company was founded in 1998.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. New Uses and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by New Uses. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.