Evans / Lyons Restores
Evans Garment Restoration II, LLC offers franchises to convert existing dry-cleaning facilities into branded restoration businesses operating under LYONS RESTORES™ and EVANS GARMENT RESTORATION® marks, specializing in restoring garments, textiles, and personal property contents. The business model involves significant initial investments for main franchise locations and optional depot locations, with fees paid to the franchisor. It targets owners of existing dry-cleaning or service facilities seeking to adopt a proprietary restoration system.
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Overview
Financial Requirements
6% royalty (or greater of percentage or minimum after year 1) + 2% brand development fund + $685/mo software (Principal Location) + $35-$76/mo technology (3 users) + $5,000 annual franchise fee.
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
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How Evans / Lyons Restores Compares to Other Home Services Franchises
Key Insights
- Lower investment than 79% of Home Services franchises
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Evans / Lyons Restores Current | $84K - $302K | $40K | 6.0% | 8 |
| 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 (2023)
Outlets by state across the United States
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 Evans / Lyons Restores franchise?
The total initial investment to open a Evans / Lyons Restores franchise ranges from $83,975 to $302,200. This includes a franchise fee of $40,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.0% of gross sales.
How many Evans / Lyons Restores franchise locations are there?
As of the 2024 FDD, Evans / Lyons Restores has 8 franchise locations.
Is Evans / Lyons Restores a good franchise to buy?
Whether Evans / Lyons Restores is a good franchise investment depends on your personal goals, available capital, and local market conditions. We recommend reviewing the full FDD, speaking with existing franchisees listed in Item 20, and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.
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