Truly Nolen franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Truly Nolen franchise fee is $26,250 to $45,500 and the total initial investment ranges from $50,421 to $122,207, 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 Truly Nolen FDD.
What are the Truly Nolen franchise fees and investment?
The Truly Nolen franchise requires a franchise fee of $26,250 to $45,500 and a total initial investment of $50,421 to $122,207. 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) | $26,250 to $45,500 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $50,421 to $122,207 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $15,000 |
| US locations | 94 |
| Industry | Home Services (Pest Control) |
| Headquarters | Tucson, Arizona |
| Founded | 1965 |
| Franchising since | 1996 |
How does the Truly Nolen investment compare with other home services franchises?
Truly Nolen's minimum investment of $50,421 is at or below the median minimum investment of $112,373 across the 516 home services franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 424 of the other 515 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $26,250 compares with an industry median of $45,000.
What should you verify in the Truly Nolen FDD?
Verify six parts of the Truly Nolen 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 Truly Nolen 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 Truly Nolen?
These home services franchises have the closest minimum investment to Truly Nolen:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Augusta Lawn Care | $24,000 to $35,000 | $50,000 to $150,000 |
| Global Enterprise | $40,000 to $60,000 | $50,000 to $195,000 |
| Granite Transformations | $19,250 to $75,000 | $50,000 to $350,850 |
| Sonitrol | $0 | $50,000 to $223,200 |
| Image One Facility Solutions | $39,750 | $49,900 to $72,049 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Truly Nolen franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Truly Nolen franchise ranges from $50,421 to $122,207, including a franchise fee of $26,250 to $45,500, 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 Truly Nolen franchise?
Truly Nolen 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 Truly Nolen locations are there?
Truly Nolen reported 94 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 Truly Nolen been franchising?
Truly Nolen started offering franchises in 1996 after the company was founded in 1965.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Truly Nolen and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Truly Nolen. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.