Wonderly Lights franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Wonderly Lights franchise fee is $29,500 and the total initial investment ranges from $1,230,000 to $2,000,000, with about $285,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Wonderly Lights FDD.
What are the Wonderly Lights franchise fees and investment?
The Wonderly Lights franchise requires a franchise fee of $29,500 and a total initial investment of $1,230,000 to $2,000,000. 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) | $29,500 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $1,230,000 to $2,000,000 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $285,000 |
| US locations | 40 |
| Industry | Home Services |
| Headquarters | Virginia Beach, Virginia |
| Founded | 2022 |
| Franchising since | 2022 |
How does the Wonderly Lights investment compare with other home services franchises?
Wonderly Lights's minimum investment of $1,230,000 is above the median minimum investment of $112,373 across the 516 home services franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 8 of the other 515 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $29,500 compares with an industry median of $45,000.
By minimum investment, Wonderly Lights belongs with franchises over $500,000.
What should you verify in the Wonderly Lights FDD?
Verify six parts of the Wonderly Lights 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 Wonderly Lights 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 Wonderly Lights?
These home services franchises have the closest minimum investment to Wonderly Lights:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Apostle Radon and Indoor Air Solutions | $42,500 to $45,000 | $1,242,900 to $2,094,300 |
| Superior Walls | $225,000 | $1,139,500 to $2,068,000 |
| Stain Erasers | $75,000 to $225,000 | $1,336,250 to $3,505,750 |
| Art Van | $375,000 to $505,000 | $1,067,524 to $3,899,550 |
| Stiltz Homelifts | $50,000 | $950,328 to $1,518,338 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Wonderly Lights franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Wonderly Lights franchise ranges from $1,230,000 to $2,000,000, including a franchise fee of $29,500, 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 Wonderly Lights franchise?
Wonderly Lights lists a minimum of about $285,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Wonderly Lights locations are there?
Wonderly Lights reported 40 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 Wonderly Lights been franchising?
Wonderly Lights started offering franchises in 2022 after the company was founded in 2022.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Wonderly Lights and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Wonderly Lights. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.