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CD ONE PRICE CLEANERS
CD One Price Cleaners operates retail dry cleaning and laundry stores under the 'CD One Price Cleaners®' brand, offering economically-priced, by-the-piece on-premises dry cleaning at Plant Stores and collection/return services at Satellite Stores that rely on nearby Plant Stores for processing. Some Plant Stores also provide pickup and delivery services. The business model targets budget-conscious customers seeking affordable dry cleaning, laundry, and related services through a network of franchised locations.
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Franchise Costs
Typically 6.5% royalty + 3% marketing fund
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 39 franchised CD Stores (33 Plant Stores and 6 Satellite Stores) operated for the entire 2024 Fiscal Year.
* Average gross revenue calculated as a weighted average of 33 Plant Stores and 6 Satellite Stores: (33 * $1,072,352 + 6 * $333,350) / 39 = $958,659. Revenue top quartile is the average for the Top Third Plant Stores ($1,371,959). Revenue bottom quartile is the average for the Bottom Third Plant Stores ($800,894). No single overall median gross revenue was provided for all 39 stores. Profit range estimated based on average cost percentages from tables and unlisted costs. Listed costs (Occupancy, Labor, Production/Service Supplies, Natural Gas & Electricity) ranged from 58.7% (Stand-Alone Plant Stores) to 61.9% (Plant Store/Satellite Store Combination). Unlisted costs (royalty, marketing, PUD fees, advertising, software, legal, office/janitorial, cleaning, repairs, licenses, utilities, insurance, interest, taxes, depreciation, amortization, vehicle costs) were estimated to range from 12% (optimistic, for royalty/marketing + other costs) to 25% (conservative, for royalty/marketing + other costs) of gross revenue. Best Guess Profit High: (100% - (58.7% (min listed costs) + 12% (min additional costs))) * $958,659 = 29.3% * $958,659 = $280,788. Best Guess Profit Low: (100% - (61.9% (max listed costs) + 25% (max additional costs))) * $958,659 = 13.1% * $958,659 = $125,584.
Extracted Item 19 Section
Avg. Revenue: $958,659
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Unlock financial performance dataCD ONE PRICE CLEANERS Franchise Analysis
Dry cleaning isn't glamorous, but in an era of fast fashion and stain emergencies, CD One Price Cleaners has carved a budget-friendly niche since launching franchising two decades ago. Item 19 earnings disclosure paints a picture of solid revenue potential amid modest system size, while a trail of SBA loans hints at franchisees betting big on this model. With projections for new units and recent transfers in play, the real question lingers: does this high-barrier entry align with the returns in a consolidating industry?
Item 7 outlines a hefty initial investment of $1,575,800 to $2,997,650 for Plant Stores, covering buildout, equipment, and inventory in this on-premises dry cleaning setup—far above typical service franchises, signaling a capital-intensive retail play. Franchise fee sits at $30,000, with ongoing 6.5% royalty plus 3% brand/ad fund. Item 19 shines here: average gross revenue hits $958,659 across locations, translating to estimated profits of $125,584 to $280,788 after expenses, offering 8-18% margins that could appeal if volumes hold. SBA data backs commitment, with 26 loans averaging $730,746, suggesting lenders see viability despite the scale.
System health shows steady but unspectacular growth: 52 franchised units since 2005, with 6 projected openings and just 2 transfers last year—no major contraction, but no explosive expansion either, which tempers enthusiasm for rapid scaling. For investors eyeing services, this model's recession-resistant appeal (laundry needs don't vanish) contrasts with the steep upfront cost, potentially favoring experienced operators with real estate savvy over newcomers. Weigh the $959K revenue punch against multi-million entry: it's a niche bet on everyday essentials, but dilution risk looms if satellites underperform without strong plant synergy.
Analysis based on the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. All figures should be independently verified before making investment decisions.
How CD ONE PRICE CLEANERS Compares
Key Insights
- Higher investment than 100% of Personal Care Services franchises
| Franchise | Investment | Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
CD ONE PRICE CLEANERS Current | $1.6M – $3.0M | $30K | 6.5% | 52 |
| COST CUTTERS | $184K – $336K | $40K | 5.0% | 911 |
| COMFORT KEEPERS | $120K – $191K | $55K | 5.0% | 619 |
| REGAL NAILS SALON & SPA | $173K – $722K | $25K | N/A | 513 |
| PALM BEACH TAN | $639K – $1.0M | $30K | 6.0% | 398 |
| HOUSE OF COLOUR | $33K – $52K | $30K | 4.0% | 312 |
Personal Care Services Average 20 franchises | $418K – $809K | $43K | 5.9% | – |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 20 Personal Care Services franchises by location count.
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for CD ONE PRICE CLEANERS franchisees (2012 – 2024)
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.
26 SBA loans on record
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36 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.
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Litigation (Item 3)
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
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The total initial investment to open a CD ONE PRICE CLEANERS franchise ranges from $1,575,800 to $2,997,650. This includes a franchise fee of $30,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.5% of gross sales.
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