How many BOULDER DESIGNS franchise locations are there?

As of the 2026 FDD, BOULDER DESIGNS has 77 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2017.

Can you get an SBA loan for a BOULDER DESIGNS franchise?

Yes, SBA loans are available for BOULDER DESIGNS franchises. Historical data shows 11 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for BOULDER DESIGNS franchisees, with an average loan amount of $130,245. The historical default rate is 9.1%.

Is BOULDER DESIGNS a good franchise to buy?

BOULDER DESIGNS shows several positive indicators: 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.

BOULDER DESIGNS

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Boulder Designs franchises enable operators to provide high-quality custom landscape boulders made from sand in various shapes, sizes, and colors, along with business signage. These products and services target residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Franchisees follow the franchisor's proprietary business system, standards, and procedures detailed in the operations manual.

Locations

$148K–$173K

Investment

Since 2017

Franchising

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ServicesWaco, TXwww.boulderdesigns.netDisclaimer

Franchise Costs

Franchise Fee

$63,000

Item 5 of FDD

Initial Investment Range

$147,565 – $173,130

Low: $147,565High: $173,130

Item 7 of FDD

Royalty Rate

7.00%

of gross sales

Brand Fund

N/A

Item 6 of FDD

Fixed Monthly Fees

$65 – $375

Item 6 of FDD

7% royalty (or min $750-$1,500/mo) + $65-$175/mo technology + $0-$200/mo marketing

Financial Performance

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How BOULDER DESIGNS Compares

Key Insights

Lower than average SBA loan default rate in Home Improvement

Franchise	Investment	Fee	Royalty	Locations
BOULDER DESIGNS Current	$148K – $173K	$63K	7.0%	77
BUDGET BLINDS	$101K – $211K	$20K	3.5%	1,366
Koala Insulation	$195K – $242K	$50K	6.5%	333
Five Star Bath Solutions	$162K – $334K	$60K	6.0%	306
CERTA PROPAINTERS	$171K – $321K	$65K	N/A	303
FCI	$184K – $249K	$55K	5.0%	288
Home Improvement Average 63 franchises	$140K – $248K	$51K	6.2%	–

* 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.

SBA Loan History

Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for BOULDER DESIGNS franchisees (2014 – 2025)

Total Loans

Average Loan

$130,245

Total Volume

$1.4M

Default Rate

9.1%

Loans by Year

SBA 7(a) loan activity over time

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

Franchisee Contacts

54 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.

Name	Address	Phone	Email	SBA Loan
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active

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Due Diligence

Litigation (Item 3)

Franchisee Cases4

Primarily breach of contract, trade secret misappropriation, non-compete enforcement, termination disputes, and one former franchisee suit alleging fraud and deceptive trade practices.

Bankruptcy (Item 4)

Bankruptcy HistoryNo

No bankruptcy history reported

System Health (Item 20)

Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year

Terminations

Non-Renewals

Reacquired

Ceased Ops

Transfers

Sold to Franchisees

Projected New

Frequently Asked Questions

The total initial investment to open a BOULDER DESIGNS franchise ranges from $147,565 to $173,130. This includes a franchise fee of $63,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 7.0% of gross sales.