Bar-B-Clean
Bar-B-Clean franchises operate mobile businesses that provide on-site cleaning, servicing, and polishing of commercial and residential barbecues using proprietary marks, systems, and cleaning products. Franchisees serve customers within exclusive geographic areas, operating primarily from home bases, with options for single-unit or multi-unit (up to 10) franchises. The target market includes homeowners and commercial properties needing barbecue maintenance services.
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
Greater of 6% royalty or $500/mo (waived first 6 months) + 2% brand fund + $500-$1,000/yr technology fee.
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 8 franchised units in the reporting group (6 full-time, 2 part-time) reported gross revenue for the full 2023 calendar year.
* Calculated weighted average gross revenue for 8 franchised units in the reporting group. This includes 3 Full-Time (non-Texas) units with an average of $294,915, 3 Full-Time Texas units with an aggregate revenue of $814,330, and 2 Part-Time units with an average of $32,267. The calculation is (3 * $294,915 + $814,330 + 2 * $32,267) / 8 = $220,451. The median gross revenue is based on the median of the 3 Full-Time (non-Texas) franchised locations ($257,485), as this is the largest representative segment with an explicit median.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How Bar-B-Clean Compares to Other Cleaning Services Franchises
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bar-B-Clean Current | $78K - $99K | $50K | 6.0% | 28 |
| THE MAIDS | $82K - $160K | $57K | 6.9% | 1,517 |
| THE MAIDS | $118K - $141K | $60K | 6.9% | 1,472 |
| Chem-Dry | $119K - $265K | $36K | 7.0% | 1,099 |
| MERRY MAIDS | $127K - $170K | $55K | 7.0% | 802 |
| OpenWorks | $4K - $134K | $25K | 15.0% | 615 |
Cleaning Services Average 72 franchises | $187K - $374K | $45K | 7.1% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 72 Cleaning Services franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2023)
Outlets by state across the United States
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for Bar-B-Clean franchisees (2019 - 2025)
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)
No litigation involving franchisees reported in the FDD.
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 Bar-B-Clean franchise?
The total initial investment to open a Bar-B-Clean franchise ranges from $78,200 to $99,120. This includes a franchise fee of $49,500. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.0% of gross sales.
How much revenue does a Bar-B-Clean franchise make?
According to the 2024 FDD, the average gross revenue for a Bar-B-Clean franchise is $220,451.13. The median revenue is $257,485.
How many Bar-B-Clean franchise locations are there?
As of the 2024 FDD, Bar-B-Clean has 28 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2013.
Can you get an SBA loan for a Bar-B-Clean franchise?
Yes, SBA loans are available for Bar-B-Clean franchises. Historical data shows 12 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for Bar-B-Clean franchisees, with an average loan amount of $137,917. The historical default rate is 0.0%.
Is Bar-B-Clean a good franchise to buy?
Bar-B-Clean shows several positive indicators: 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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