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HOMEstretch®

Home & Commercial Services Year: 2025
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What Is HOMEstretch?

HOMEstretch is a franchise in the Home & Commercial Services category. It targets owners and managers of residential homes, condos, and apartments (B2C), and may provide services to commercial customers upon the franchisor’s prior written approval. The core service bundle comprises residential home clear-outs, painting, pressure washing, handyman services, landscaping, junk removal, cleaning, and carpet/flooring replacements; some Approved Services may be provided by third-party subcontractors and franchisees must offer designated Approved Products associated with the Services.

HOMEstretch Franchise: Pros and Cons

The franchise shows unusually strong operator retention with zero outlet terminations, zero non‑renewals and zero reacquisitions, indicating very low churn, but the initial franchise fee is $60,000 (Item 7 minimum $60,000; low range $55,000), well above typical peers and increasing required upfront capital.

Pros

Zero outlet terminations, zero non‑renewals, and zero reacquisitions — well below what's typical in Home & Commercial Services — signals strong operator retention and lower franchisee churn in the system.
Zero disclosed lawsuits, zero franchisee‑initiated judgments or settlements, and zero government penalties — a clean legal and regulatory record compared with peers — reduces the chance of litigation-related costs or disruptive enforcement actions.
Manager required equity is 0 — the franchisor does not force managers to hold equity, giving you flexibility to structure manager ownership and compensation the way that suits your operation.

Cons

Initial franchise fee $60,000 (Item 7 minimum $60,000; low range $55,000) — well above what's typical in Home & Commercial Services — increases the upfront capital you must bring and leaves less cash on hand for build-out and early working capital.

Territory Protection

48/100
NORMAL

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Training & Support

60/100
NORMAL

The brand provides a focused 17-hour training curriculum designed to prepare two team members for launch. The program includes on-site launch support for operational readiness; franchisees are responsible for travel and lodging, and on-site assistance may involve additional fees.

Unit Growth Analysis

Unit Growth Chart

This franchise is on an accelerating growth trajectory: unit count went from 2 (2023) to 3 (2024), a 50% increase, then jumped to 73 in 2025 — a 2,333.3% year‑over‑year rise. For investors this signals a dramatic scaling event (organic rollout, master/franchise sales, or acquisition) that can indicate strong demand but requires verification of sustainability—confirm that the 73 units are operational, profitable, and supported by sufficient franchisor infrastructure before treating the spike as long‑term health.

How Much Does It Cost to Open a HOMEstretch Franchise?

Opening a HOMEstretch franchise requires a total initial investment of $109,700 to $177,750, 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.

Minimum Investment

$109,700
Minimum Investment Breakdown
Franchise Fee
Real Estate
Equipment & Assets
Reserves
Training
Other

Maximum Investment

$177,750
Maximum Investment Breakdown

Minimum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$60,000
Real Estate$250
Equipment & Assets$7,800
Reserves$25,000
Training$850
Other$15,800

Maximum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$60,000
Real Estate$5,250
Equipment & Assets$38,000
Reserves$45,000
Training$3,500
Other$26,000

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.

How Much Do HOMEstretch Franchise Owners Make?

HOMEstretch franchise locations reported average gross sales of $1,140,159 and median gross sales of $615,250 in 2025, based on financial performance data disclosed in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Average Gross Sales:
$1,140,159
Median Gross Sales:
$615,250
High Gross Sales:
$2,559,184
Low Gross Sales:
$246,042
Sample Size:
3
Percent Attaining Average:
33.333333333333336%
Franchise vs Corporate Performance: The only explicit revenue figures provided are for three affiliate-owned locations in 2024, with one affiliate substantially outperforming the other two, but no comparable franchised-unit dollar figures are included in the provided text to directly compare franchisee performance to corporate/affiliate performance.
Performance Variability Analysis: There is high variability across the three affiliate locations in 2024 (range from 246042 to 2559184), indicating outcomes can differ materially by location or operator; only one of the three units exceeded the sample average.
Data Scope and Limitations: The Item 19 text references franchised-unit monthly metrics and affiliated-unit expense tables, but the provided excerpt does not include the franchised monthly figures or full P&L tables, limiting extrapolation to prospective franchisees.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a HOMEstretch franchise?

The total initial investment for a HOMEstretch franchise ranges from $109,700 to $177,750, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and working capital.

What is the HOMEstretch initial franchise fee?

The initial franchise fee for HOMEstretch is $60,000, as stated in the 2025 FDD. This fee is paid upon signing the Franchise Agreement.

How much do HOMEstretch franchise owners make?

HOMEstretch franchise locations reported average gross sales of $1,140,159 and median gross sales of $615,250 in 2025, based on Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document. Actual earnings vary by location, market, and operator experience.

Does HOMEstretch have any franchise lawsuits or legal issues?

HOMEstretch received a legal risk score of 100 out of 100 in the 2025 FDD analysis. The franchise reported no material legal proceedings.

Does HOMEstretch offer exclusive franchise territories?

HOMEstretch received a territory protection score of 48 out of 100. Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other physical units.

What training does HOMEstretch provide to new franchisees?

HOMEstretch received a training and support score of 60 out of 100. The brand provides a focused 17-hour training curriculum designed to prepare two team members for launch.

How many HOMEstretch franchise locations are there?

HOMEstretch had 73 total locations as of the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.

What type of business is HOMEstretch?

HOMEstretch is a franchise in the Home & Commercial Services category.

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