Home Services franchises: costs, fees and investment
Short answer: Across 516 brands in the SelectFranchiseList database (compiled October 2026), the median minimum initial investment is $112,373 and the median starting franchise fee is $45,000. The lowest starting investment in this group is College Pro at $2,925.
Home service franchises send crews or technicians to homes and commercial buildings for cleaning, repair, restoration, painting and similar work. Many operate from a small office or warehouse rather than a retail storefront, which keeps real estate costs below those of food concepts.
What do franchises in this group cost?
Franchises in this group have a median minimum investment of $112,373, a median starting franchise fee of $45,000 and a median liquid cash requirement of $27,500, calculated from 516 brands in the SelectFranchiseList database. Medians use the low end of each brand's reported range.
Which franchises are on the list?
The table sorts 516 franchises from the lowest to the highest starting investment, 100 per page. This page shows brands 501 to 516.
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment | Min. cash | US units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CRS | $55,000 | $733,200 to $1,918,600 | $205,000 | 37 |
| CR3 American Exteriors | $40,000 | $768,142 to $1,228,680 | $175,000 | 17 |
| Mastertech Franchise Systems | $7,500 to $35,000 | $936,650 to $1,956,900 | $240,000 | 9 |
| ProSource | $46,450 | $945,785 to $961,985 | $190,000 | 148 |
| Stiltz Homelifts | $50,000 | $950,328 to $1,518,338 | $220,000 | N/R |
| Art Van | $375,000 to $505,000 | $1,067,524 to $3,899,550 | $355,000 | 76 |
| Superior Walls | $225,000 | $1,139,500 to $2,068,000 | $275,000 | 13 |
| Wonderly Lights | $29,500 | $1,230,000 to $2,000,000 | $285,000 | 40 |
| Apostle Radon and Indoor Air Solutions | $42,500 to $45,000 | $1,242,900 to $2,094,300 | $290,000 | 1 |
| Stain Erasers | $75,000 to $225,000 | $1,336,250 to $3,505,750 | $375,000 | N/R |
| Puddle Pool Services | $49,500 | $2,738,400 to $4,867,900 | $655,000 | 2 |
| Epcon Communities | $75,000 | $3,624,025 to $5,724,967 | $830,000 | 101 |
| Steel Coated Floors | $59,000 | $4,845,000 to $6,975,000 | $1,075,000 | 9 |
| Bumble Bee Blinds | $59,500 | $16,047,090 to $21,092,894 | $3,460,000 | 153 |
| Stand Strong Fencing | $59,500 | $30,832,128 to $50,788,009 | $7,165,000 | 126 |
| Light Your Night | $30,000 to $65,000 | $34,403,000 | $6,880,000 | N/R |
N/R = not reported.
How do you compare franchises from this list?
Compare franchises from this list by putting each brand's Item 5 fee, Item 6 ongoing fees and the high end of the Item 7 investment side by side, then checking Item 20 for closures and transfers. The guide to franchise costs explains each line, and the 8-step selection process shows the order of due diligence.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a home services franchise cost?
Across 516 brands in the SelectFranchiseList database (compiled October 2026), the median minimum initial investment is $112,373 and the median starting franchise fee is $45,000. The lowest starting investment in this group is College Pro at $2,925.
How much cash do I need to buy a franchise in this group?
The median minimum liquid cash requirement in this group is $27,500. Franchisors set their own capital requirements, and lenders usually finance part of the total investment.
Are these figures guaranteed?
No. The figures come from franchise disclosure data and public listings and change with every annual FDD. Confirm fees in Items 5 and 6 and the investment in Item 7 of each brand's current FDD.
Other franchise industries
- Food & Restaurant franchises
- Fitness franchises
- Education & Children franchises
- Retail franchises
- Business Services franchises
- Other Franchise Businesses franchises
- Hotels & Travel franchises
- Healthcare & Senior Care franchises
- Beauty & Personal Care franchises
- Automotive franchises
- Real Estate franchises
- Pet franchises
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Brand names belong to their owners; listing does not imply endorsement. Not an offer to sell a franchise.