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Mulberrys Garment Care®

Other Services Year: 2025
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What Is Mulberrys Garment Care?

Mulberrys Garment Care is a franchise in the Other Services category offering premium, toxin-free dry cleaning, laundry, garment and fabric care, repair and alteration services. It operates a brick-and-mortar model with two facility types: Plant Facilities with on‑premises processing (typically 3,000–3,500 sq ft) and Drop Facilities for customer drop‑off/pick‑up (typically 1,300–1,500 sq ft) where processing occurs at a separate plant. The business is marketed to the general public (B2C), and its core service bundle centers on same-day, flat-priced garment and fabric care delivered through standardized physical plants and processing equipment (subject to EPA standards), supported by proprietary business management software.

Mulberrys Garment Care Franchise: Pros and Cons

A major strength is the unusually low $15,000 franchise entry fee, which leaves more cash available for build-out and initial expenses, but a key risk is the very high Item 7 asset estimates—$409,700 to $541,500—meaning substantial equipment and infrastructure costs and larger upfront capital or financing needs.

Pros

The $15,000 entry fee is well below what's typical across franchises, leaving you with more cash on hand for build-out and initial expenses.
No disclosed lawsuits, government penalties, or franchisor-initiated enforcement actions — a clean legal record that reduces regulatory and litigation risk.
Item 7 reserves are $0 (min and max), meaning you likely won't need a large cash reserve and can plan for lower ongoing cash-on-hand requirements.

Cons

Item 7 asset estimates are high: a minimum of $409,700 and a maximum of $541,500, both well above typical — expect substantial equipment and infrastructure costs that increase upfront capital and financing needs.
Zero corporate-owned units — the franchisor does not operate locations itself, which limits their ability to test concepts and maintain firsthand operational knowledge.
A required manager equity percentage of 10% is well above typical, increasing the upfront capital the manager or you must commit.

Territory Protection

48/100
NORMAL

Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other physical units. The franchisor retains rights to sell via e‑commerce and alternative channels, use different trademarks and venues, acquire and convert franchise locations, and develop nearby units; protection is contingent on performance contingencies and the franchisee may relocate.

Training & Support

70/100
NORMAL

Mulberrys Garment Care provides a robust 120-hour training curriculum designed to prepare two initial staff members for launch. The program includes on-site launch support focused on operational readiness; travel and lodging expenses are the responsibility of the franchisee, and certain on-site services carry additional fees.

Unit Growth Analysis

Unit Growth Chart

This franchise was flat from 2023 to 2024 (14 units → 14 units, 0% growth) but contracted to 12 units in 2025, a loss of 2 units and a -14.3% year‑over‑year decline. For investors that shift from stability to a -14.3% decline signals emerging health risks (attrition, closures or franchisee turnover); the abrupt change from 0% to -14.3% growth warrants targeted due diligence into causes and prospects for recovery.

How Much Does It Cost to Open a Mulberrys Garment Care Franchise?

Opening a Mulberrys Garment Care franchise requires a total initial investment of $761,700 to $761,700, 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

$761,700
Minimum Investment Breakdown
Franchise Fee
Real Estate
Equipment & Assets
Reserves
Training
Other

Maximum Investment

$761,700
Maximum Investment Breakdown

Minimum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$15,000
Real Estate$217,000
Equipment & Assets$409,700
Reserves$0
Training$500
Other$119,500

Maximum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$30,000
Real Estate$351,000
Equipment & Assets$541,500
Reserves$0
Training$30,000
Other$-190,800

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.

Mulberrys Garment Care Franchise Earnings: Not Disclosed

Mulberrys Garment Care 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.

This franchise company did not publish these results.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Mulberrys Garment Care franchise?

The total initial investment for a Mulberrys Garment Care franchise ranges from $761,700 to $761,700, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and working capital.

What is the Mulberrys Garment Care initial franchise fee?

The initial franchise fee for Mulberrys Garment Care is $15,000, as stated in the 2025 FDD. This fee is paid upon signing the Franchise Agreement.

Does Mulberrys Garment Care disclose franchise revenue data?

Mulberrys Garment Care did not disclose financial performance data (Item 19) in their 2025 FDD. Not all franchisors choose to publish this information.

Does Mulberrys Garment Care have any franchise lawsuits or legal issues?

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

Does Mulberrys Garment Care offer exclusive franchise territories?

Mulberrys Garment Care 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 Mulberrys Garment Care provide to new franchisees?

Mulberrys Garment Care received a training and support score of 70 out of 100. Mulberrys Garment Care provides a robust 120-hour training curriculum designed to prepare two initial staff members for launch.

How many Mulberrys Garment Care franchise locations are there?

Mulberrys Garment Care had 12 total locations as of the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.

What type of business is Mulberrys Garment Care?

Mulberrys Garment Care is a franchise in the Other Services category offering premium, toxin-free dry cleaning, laundry, garment and fabric care, repair and alteration services.

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