Superior Fence & Rail, Inc.^®

Construction & Home Improvement • Year: 2026

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What Is Superior Fence & Rail, Inc.?

Superior Fence & Rail, Inc. is a franchise for Fencing Businesses offering a full range of wood, steel, aluminum and vinyl fencing and related garden products. Franchisees operate field-based businesses using trucks and must operate per the franchisor’s System and Operations Manual. The business serves both residential and commercial customers (a mix of B2C and B2B) within a granted Territory.

Superior Fence & Rail, Inc. Franchise: Pros and Cons

With 312 outlets (top 5% for Construction & Home Improvement), the franchise offers strong scale, brand recognition and tested operational playbooks, but a territory protection score of 45 (bottom 5%) means weak territorial rights and a high chance the franchisor will approve nearby competing locations.

Pros

312 outlets is much larger than typical for Construction & Home Improvement (top 5%), giving you scale, brand recognition and more-tested operational playbooks.

Zero government penalties, zero franchisor-initiated enforcement, and zero franchisee lawsuits — all well below typical — indicate unusually low legal and regulatory friction compared with peers.

Manager required equity of 0% is well below typical and lets you hire or incentivize managers without forcing them to hold ownership, keeping staffing and compensation flexible.

Cons

At $59,500, the initial franchise fee is well above what's typical across franchising (top quarter), which raises your upfront cash requirement compared with most opportunities.

11 outlet terminations is unusually high for Construction & Home Improvement (top 5%), suggesting some operators have exited the system earlier than expected.

Territory protection score of 45 is well below typical for the sector (bottom 5%), meaning you will have weak territorial rights and the franchisor could approve nearby competing locations.

Lawsuits & Legal Risk

NORMAL

The Facts: Two active trademark disputes: a state suit by Superior Fence & Construction against a franchisee (franchisor accepted defense) and a federal suit by the franchisor IP owner against SFC alleging Lanham Act infringement; discovery is ongoing. The Advice: Review indemnity/defense clauses, IP license scope, territorial protections (Item 12), and consult counsel.

Territory Protection

45/100

NORMAL

Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other physical units. Protection is contingent on meeting performance quotas, while the franchisor retains rights to sell via e-commerce, retail and alternative venues, develop additional nearby units, acquire and convert locations, operate under different trademarks, and permit franchisee relocation.

Training & Support

70/100

NORMAL

The brand provides a robust 120-hour training curriculum designed to prepare two individuals for launch, delivered through a structured program that includes franchisor-led instruction and on-site components. The program includes on-site launch support as a tool for operational readiness with no additional franchisor charge for on-site assistance; franchisees are responsible for travel and living expenses.

Unit Growth Analysis

This franchise shows an early explosive expansion—units jumped from 35 to 76 (≈117% YoY) and then to 242 (≈218% YoY) by 2024—followed by a sharp deceleration to 285 (+43 units, ≈17.8%) in 2025 and 312 (+27 units, 9.5%) in 2026. For investors this signals strong initial product/market fit and scaling capability but a clear maturation or channel tightening: growth remains positive (net unit additions each year) but the year-over-year growth rate has collapsed from a peak of ≈218% to 9.5%, so watch franchisee pipeline, unit economics and market saturation risks.

How Much Does It Cost to Open a Superior Fence & Rail, Inc. Franchise?

Opening a Superior Fence & Rail, Inc. franchise requires a total initial investment of $134,400 to $278,300, according to the 2026 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

$134,400

Franchise Fee

Real Estate

Equipment & Assets

Reserves

Training

Other

Maximum Investment

$278,300

Minimum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$59,500

Real Estate$12,000

Equipment & Assets$38,400

Reserves$10,000

Training$2,000

Other$12,500

Maximum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$59,500

Real Estate$32,000

Equipment & Assets$115,300

Reserves$50,000

Training$3,000

Other$18,500

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 Superior Fence & Rail, Inc. Franchise Owners Make?

Superior Fence & Rail, Inc. franchise locations reported average gross sales of $3,011,403 and median gross sales of $2,598,212 in 2026, based on financial performance data disclosed in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Average Gross Sales:

$3,011,403

Median Gross Sales:

$2,598,212

High Gross Sales:

$10,009,175

Low Gross Sales:

$421,294

Sample Size:

Percent Attaining Average:

45.0%

Franchise vs Corporate Performance: Franchised outlets reported an average gross revenue of about 3.01 million for the year ending Sept 30, 2025, while the two disclosed company-owned locations reported higher single-year grosses (13.08M and 6.93M), indicating some company stores outperformed typical franchised units.

Performance Variability Analysis: There is substantial variability among franchised territories, with reported franchise grosses ranging from about 421k to roughly 10.01M and only 45% of the 93 franchisees meeting or exceeding the mean, showing a skewed distribution and notable dispersion of results.

Data Scope and Limitations: The primary averages and medians are based on 93 combined franchisees for FY ending Sept 30, 2025, but expense/P&L detail is from a smaller 44-franchisee benchmarking subset, and the document does not provide an explicit average net income.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Superior Fence & Rail, Inc. franchise?

The total initial investment for a Superior Fence & Rail, Inc. franchise ranges from $134,400 to $278,300, according to the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and working capital.

What is the Superior Fence & Rail, Inc. initial franchise fee?

The initial franchise fee for Superior Fence & Rail, Inc. is $59,500, as stated in the 2026 FDD. This fee is paid upon signing the Franchise Agreement.

How much do Superior Fence & Rail, Inc. franchise owners make?

Superior Fence & Rail, Inc. franchise locations reported average gross sales of $3,011,403 and median gross sales of $2,598,212 in 2026, based on Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document. Actual earnings vary by location, market, and operator experience.

Does Superior Fence & Rail, Inc. have any franchise lawsuits or legal issues?

Superior Fence & Rail, Inc. received a legal risk score of 93 out of 100 in the 2026 FDD analysis. The Facts: Two active trademark disputes: a state suit by Superior Fence & Construction against a franchisee (franchisor accepted defense) and a federal suit by the franchisor IP owner against SFC alleging Lanham Act infringement; discovery is ongoing.

Does Superior Fence & Rail, Inc. offer exclusive franchise territories?

Superior Fence & Rail, Inc. received a territory protection score of 45 out of 100. Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other physical units.

What training does Superior Fence & Rail, Inc. provide to new franchisees?

Superior Fence & Rail, Inc. received a training and support score of 70 out of 100. The brand provides a robust 120-hour training curriculum designed to prepare two individuals for launch, delivered through a structured program that includes franchisor-led instruction and on-site components.

How many Superior Fence & Rail, Inc. franchise locations are there?

Superior Fence & Rail, Inc. had 312 total locations as of the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document.

What type of business is Superior Fence & Rail, Inc.?

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