Servpro franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Servpro franchise fee is $100,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $258,780 to $379,500, with about $60,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Servpro FDD.
What are the Servpro franchise fees and investment?
The Servpro franchise requires a franchise fee of $100,000 and a total initial investment of $258,780 to $379,500. 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) | $100,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $258,780 to $379,500 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $60,000 |
| US locations | 2,286 |
| Industry | Home Services (Maintenance, Repair, & Restoration) |
| Headquarters | Gallatin, Tennessee |
| Founded | 1967 |
| Franchising since | 1969 |
How does the Servpro investment compare with other home services franchises?
Servpro's minimum investment of $258,780 is above the median minimum investment of $112,373 across the 516 home services franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 62 of the other 515 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $100,000 compares with an industry median of $45,000.
By minimum investment, Servpro belongs with franchises from $250,000 to $500,000.
What should you verify in the Servpro FDD?
Verify six parts of the Servpro 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 Servpro 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 Servpro?
These home services franchises have the closest minimum investment to Servpro:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Zoom Drain | $49,500 | $259,618 to $490,641 |
| Z Plumberz | $44,900 | $256,670 to $418,710 |
| Zerorez | $15,000 to $60,000 | $262,394 to $618,706 |
| Missquito | $49,500 to $200,000 | $265,000 to $500,000 |
| Servicemaster Restore | $72,500 | $266,600 to $442,890 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Servpro franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Servpro franchise ranges from $258,780 to $379,500, including a franchise fee of $100,000, 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 Servpro franchise?
Servpro lists a minimum of about $60,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Servpro locations are there?
Servpro reported 2,286 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 Servpro been franchising?
Servpro started offering franchises in 1969 after the company was founded in 1967.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Servpro and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Servpro. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.