Furniture Medic®
What Is Furniture Medic?
Furniture Medic is a franchise in the Home & Commercial Services category that provides furniture and wood restoration, repair, fabrication, and refinishing. The operational model is predominantly mobile, with franchisees operating branded service vehicle(s) and encouraged to use a home-based office initially, with the option to establish a separate office and warehouse as the business grows. It serves both residential and commercial customers (B2C and B2B), including homeowners, hotels, moving companies, antique dealers, furniture rental companies, and insurance companies; the core service bundle includes furniture and contents restoration, wood repair and refinishing, millwork, re-upholstery, and hardwood floor repair.
Furniture Medic Franchise: Pros and Cons
The franchisor reported zero franchise terminations, an unusually low figure for Home & Commercial Services that suggests strong operational stability; however, the $45,000 initial franchise fee — in the top 10% of fees — creates a significant upfront cash requirement compared with most opportunities.
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Lawsuits & Legal Risk
The franchise reported no material legal proceedings.
Territory Protection
Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other physical units; however, the franchisor retains rights to develop nearby units (affecting market density), sell via e-commerce and alternative channels, operate under different trademarks and in retail, and condition protection on meeting performance quotas, while the franchisee retains site-specific relocation rights.
Training & Support
The brand provides an extensive 133-hour training curriculum designed to prepare two staff members for launch, combining centralized instruction with on-site components to ensure operational readiness. The program includes on-site launch assistance, with travel and living expenses and any additional on-site support fees borne by the franchisee.
Unit Growth Analysis
This franchise is in a clear decline: unit count fell from 195 in 2022 to 126 in 2024 and 107 in 2025 — a loss of 88 units (−45% overall), with a latest year-over-year drop of −15.1% (19 units). Although the pace has slightly eased (the 2022–2024 annualized decline was roughly −19.6%/yr versus −15.1% YOY most recently), the sustained, large-scale contraction indicates weakened franchise health and elevated investor risk absent evidence of a turnaround.
How Much Does It Cost to Open a Furniture Medic Franchise?
Opening a Furniture Medic franchise requires a total initial investment of $86,945 to $145,250, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. This range covers the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and initial working capital needed to launch and operate through the early months.
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Investment Analysis
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The initial investment amounts shown are estimates only. Actual costs may vary based on location size, business model, and multi-unit ownership arrangements. We recommend reviewing the full Franchise Disclosure Document for complete details.
Furniture Medic Franchise Earnings: Not Disclosed
Furniture Medic did not disclose financial performance data (Item 19) in their 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. Not all franchisors choose to publish this information, which can make it harder for prospective owners to evaluate expected revenue before investing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to open a Furniture Medic franchise?
The total initial investment for a Furniture Medic franchise ranges from $86,945 to $145,250, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and working capital.
What is the Furniture Medic initial franchise fee?
The initial franchise fee for Furniture Medic is $50,000, as stated in the 2025 FDD. This fee is paid upon signing the Franchise Agreement.
Does Furniture Medic disclose franchise revenue data?
Furniture Medic did not disclose financial performance data (Item 19) in their 2025 FDD. Not all franchisors choose to publish this information.
Does Furniture Medic have any franchise lawsuits or legal issues?
Furniture Medic received a legal risk score of 100 out of 100 in the 2025 FDD analysis. The franchise reported no material legal proceedings.
Does Furniture Medic offer exclusive franchise territories?
Furniture Medic received a territory protection score of 51 out of 100. Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other physical units; however, the franchisor retains rights to develop nearby units (affecting market density), sell via e-commerce and alternative channels, operate under different trademarks and in retail, and condition protection on meeting performance quotas, while the franchisee retains site-specific relocation rights.
What training does Furniture Medic provide to new franchisees?
Furniture Medic received a training and support score of 76 out of 100. The brand provides an extensive 133-hour training curriculum designed to prepare two staff members for launch, combining centralized instruction with on-site components to ensure operational readiness.
How many Furniture Medic franchise locations are there?
Furniture Medic had 107 total locations as of the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.
What type of business is Furniture Medic?
Furniture Medic is a franchise in the Home & Commercial Services category that provides furniture and wood restoration, repair, fabrication, and refinishing.
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