Augusta Lawn Care
Augusta Lawn Care franchises provide comprehensive landscaping and lawn maintenance services, including lawn mowing, fertilization, tree trimming, snow plowing, gutter cleaning, pressure washing, and general handyman services for exterior residential and commercial properties. Franchisees operate under the Augusta brand using proprietary systems, procedures, trademarks, and trade secrets to deliver these seasonal services. The target market includes homeowners and businesses seeking professional property maintenance solutions in a competitive industry.
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
Financial Requirements
Fixed royalty $600/mo (year 1) / $1,600/mo (year 2) + $50/mo Command Center fee (plus usage fees) + $279-$800/mo CRM software + $500 annual conference fee.
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: Data from 98 full-time franchised units and 20 part-time franchised units operating in 2024, as presented in Tables 1 and 2 of Item 19.
* Calculated overall weighted average gross revenue: (98 full-time units * $400,782 + 20 part-time units * $470,545) / (98 + 20) = $412,606 (rounded). Median gross revenue ($295,623) is taken from the 'All Locations' category of full-time franchisees in Table 1, representing 98 out of 118 total reported units. Revenue for top quartile ($1,001,329) and bottom quartile ($144,310) are taken directly from the explicit 'Top 25% Locations' and 'Bottom 25% Locations' categories, respectively, for part-time franchisees in Table 2, as these were the only explicit 25% segments provided in the data.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How Augusta Lawn Care Compares to Other Home Services Franchises
Key Insights
- Lower investment than 95% of Home Services franchises
- Higher than average SBA loan default rate in Home Services
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Augusta Lawn Care Current | $50K - $150K | $30K | N/A | 163 |
| MERRY MAIDS | $127K - $166K | $55K | 7.0% | 933 |
| HOLIDAY LIGHTING HEROES | $150K - $177K | $127K | 10.0% | 653 |
| SIGN GYPSIES | $4K - $5K | $1K | N/A | 587 |
| MOSQUITO AUTHORITY | $54K - $128K | $45K | 10.0% | 546 |
| Culligan | $130K - $814K | $40K | 2.0% | 460 |
Home Services Average 129 franchises | $144K - $289K | $53K | 7.0% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 129 Home Services 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
+22 more states
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for Augusta Lawn Care franchisees (2022 - 2022)
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)
Pending fraud and negligence claims by a former franchisee.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
No bankruptcy history reported in the FDD.
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to open a Augusta Lawn Care franchise?
The total initial investment to open a Augusta Lawn Care franchise ranges from $50,000 to $150,000. This includes a franchise fee of $29,500.
How much revenue does a Augusta Lawn Care franchise make?
According to the 2025 FDD, the average gross revenue for a Augusta Lawn Care franchise is $412,606. The median revenue is $295,623.
How many Augusta Lawn Care franchise locations are there?
As of the 2025 FDD, Augusta Lawn Care has 163 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2019.
Can you get an SBA loan for a Augusta Lawn Care franchise?
Yes, SBA loans are available for Augusta Lawn Care franchises. Historical data shows 3 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for Augusta Lawn Care franchisees, with an average loan amount of $34,067. The historical default rate is 0.0%.
Is Augusta Lawn Care a good franchise to buy?
Augusta Lawn Care shows several positive indicators: established brand with 163+ 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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