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ARCHADECK OUTDOOR LIVING

ARCHADECK OUTDOOR LIVING

ArchaDeck Outdoor Living franchises provide contracting services for designing, constructing, installing, and maintaining outdoor living spaces and environments, including decks, screened porches, gazebos, sunrooms, patios, hardscaping, and related accessories. The business targets primarily owners of single-family homes and residential home builders, operating in exclusive geographic territories. Franchisees follow a proven system for marketing, sales, and construction to enhance residential and commercial outdoor areas.

Since 1980ServicesGlen Allen, VAEmpower Brands Franchising, LLCwww.archadeck.com
Item 19 AvailableSBA Loan Data

Disclaimer: This information was extracted using AI from public Franchise Disclosure Documents and should be independently verified. This is not financial or legal advice. Always review official FDD filings before making investment decisions.

Overview

Investment
$120,400 - $139,300
Franchise Fee
$59,500
Locations
106

Financial Requirements

Franchise Fee$59,500
Initial Investment Range$120,400 - $139,300
Royalty Rate6.50%
Brand Fund1.50%
Fixed Monthly Fees$625 - $800

6.5% royalty (tiered to 3.5%) + 1.5% national branding & marketing + $300/mo digital marketing fee + $325/mo technology fee (up to $500/mo)

Franchise Stats

Franchise Locations106
Corporate Locations0
States Operating34
Franchising Since1980
FDD Year2025

Financial Performance

Item 19 Financial Performance

Average Gross Revenue
$1,858,954
Median Gross Revenue
$1,216,087
EBITDA Margin
7.34%
Top Quartile Revenue
$4,388,040
Bottom Quartile Revenue
$722,930
Average Gross Profit
$922,100
Average EBITDA
$167,322

Data Based On: 46 ARCHADECK Outdoor Living franchisees that operated 77 Territories and were operational for the entire 2024 Fiscal Year Period (12 months ending September 30, 2024). Profit data is based on a separate sample of 38 Reporting Franchisees from a benchmarking study for the 12 months ending December 31, 2023.

* Average Gross Revenue, Median Gross Revenue, Revenue Top Quartile, and Revenue Bottom Quartile are based on data from 46 ARCHADECK Outdoor Living franchisees for the 12 months ending September 30, 2024, as presented in Section A(1) 'Combined Multi-Territory and Single-Territory Franchisees' on page 2. The Revenue Top Quartile is taken as the average for the 'Greater than $2.5M' sales volume category, and the Revenue Bottom Quartile is taken as the average for the 'Less than $1M' category. Average Gross Profit and Average EBITDA are based on data from 38 Reporting Franchisees for the 12 months ending December 31, 2023, as presented in Section B 'Benchmarking Study, Part 1' on page 3. The average Gross Revenue for this sample was $2,279,069. EBITDA margin percentage was calculated from the 38 Reporting Franchisees' data: Average EBITDA ($167,322) / Average Gross Revenue ($2,279,069) = 0.0734 (7.34%). Best Guess Profit Low and High were estimated by applying a conservative (5.3%) and optimistic (9.3%) EBITDA margin (derived from the 7.34% average EBITDA margin of the 38 franchisees) to the primary average gross revenue of the 46 franchisees ($1,858,954): Low: $1,858,954 * 0.053 = $98,524 High: $1,858,954 * 0.093 = $172,982

Extracted Item 19 Section

How ARCHADECK OUTDOOR LIVING Compares to Other Home Improvement Franchises

FranchiseInvestment RangeFranchise FeeRoyaltyLocations
ARCHADECK OUTDOOR LIVING
Current
$120K - $139K$60K6.5%106
BUDGET BLINDS$101K - $211K$20K3.5%1,366
Koala Insulation$189K - $234K$50K6.5%395
CERTA PROPAINTERS$171K - $321K$65KN/A303
FCI$184K - $249K$55K5.0%288
That 1 Painter$113K - $189K$59K6.0%265
Home Improvement Average
63 franchises
$140K - $247K$52K6.2%-

* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 63 Home Improvement franchises by location count.

Locations & Growth

Outlet Growth Over Time

Total outlets at end of each year

Geographic Distribution (2024)

Outlets by state across the United States

Top States by Outlet Count
1TX
12
2VA
8
3NC
8
4IL
7
5GA
7
6TN
6
7PA
6
8OH
6
9CO
6
10MI
5
11IN
5
12WA
3
13MD
3
14SC
2
15KS
2

+18 more states

SBA Loan History

Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for ARCHADECK OUTDOOR LIVING franchisees (2013 - 2025)

Total Loans
23
Average Loan Amount
$255,552
Total Loan Volume
$5,877,700
Default Rate
4.3%

Loans by Year

* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.

Franchisee Contacts

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Due Diligence

Litigation (Item 3)

Franchisee Litigation Cases1

Royalty collection suit against a franchisee.

Bankruptcy (Item 4)

Bankruptcy HistoryNo

No bankruptcy history reported in the FDD.

System Health (Item 20)

Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year

Terminations
3
Non-Renewals
0
Reacquired by Franchisor
0
Ceased Operations (Other)
0
System Transfers
0
Sold to Franchisees
0
Projected New Franchises
12

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a ARCHADECK OUTDOOR LIVING franchise?

The total initial investment to open a ARCHADECK OUTDOOR LIVING franchise ranges from $120,400 to $139,300. This includes a franchise fee of $59,500. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.5% of gross sales.

How much revenue does a ARCHADECK OUTDOOR LIVING franchise make?

According to the 2025 FDD, the average gross revenue for a ARCHADECK OUTDOOR LIVING franchise is $1,858,954. The median revenue is $1,216,087.

How much profit can you make with a ARCHADECK OUTDOOR LIVING franchise?

Based on the financial performance data in the FDD, estimated profit for a ARCHADECK OUTDOOR LIVING franchise ranges from $98,524 to $172,982 per year. Actual results vary based on location, management, and market conditions.

How many ARCHADECK OUTDOOR LIVING franchise locations are there?

As of the 2025 FDD, ARCHADECK OUTDOOR LIVING has 106 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 1980.

Can you get an SBA loan for a ARCHADECK OUTDOOR LIVING franchise?

Yes, SBA loans are available for ARCHADECK OUTDOOR LIVING franchises. Historical data shows 23 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for ARCHADECK OUTDOOR LIVING franchisees, with an average loan amount of $255,552. The historical default rate is 4.3%.

Is ARCHADECK OUTDOOR LIVING a good franchise to buy?

ARCHADECK OUTDOOR LIVING shows several positive indicators: established brand with 106+ locations, transparent financial performance data (Item 19), low SBA loan default rate. However, franchise success depends on many factors including location, local market conditions, and owner involvement. We recommend speaking with existing franchisees and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.

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