Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions
Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions franchises provide on-site services to restaurants, hotels, casinos, amusement parks, hospitals, universities, catering establishments, and institutional kitchens, including FILTAFRY® fryer maintenance (microfiltration of cooking oil, cleaning, and advice), FILTABIO® waste cooking oil collection and sale, FILTACOOL® refrigeration unit services, FILTAGOLD® new cooking oil delivery, FILTADRAIN® drain management, and FILTACLEAN® deep cleaning and sanitizing. Franchisees operate mobile units from equipped vans within assigned territories, generating revenue through service contracts, product sales, and royalties to the franchisor. The target market is commercial foodservice operations seeking efficient, environmentally friendly kitchen maintenance solutions.
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
6.5% base royalty (tiered down to 4% at higher volumes, min $650/mo) + 1% marketing + $45/mo conference fee + $200-$300/mo information system user fee
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 117 franchised outlets in operation that reported revenue for all 12 months of 2024.
* Calculated weighted average revenue based on two segments: 78 multi-territory franchisees with average revenue $1,300,766 and 39 single-territory franchisees with average revenue $429,116. Weighted average = (78 * 1300766 + 39 * 429116) / 117 = $1,010,216.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions Compares to Other Cleaning Services Franchises
Key Insights
- Top 10 largest franchise system in Cleaning Services
- Lower than average SBA loan default rate in Cleaning Services
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions Current | $131K - $154K | $40K | 6.5% | 364 |
| 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 (2024)
Outlets by state across the United States
+30 more states
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions franchisees (2014 - 2025)
Loans by Year
* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
One franchise agreement dispute where a franchisee sought a refund after attempting to back out post-signing and training.
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 Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions franchise?
The total initial investment to open a Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions franchise ranges from $131,100 to $153,750. This includes a franchise fee of $39,950. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.5% of gross sales.
How much revenue does a Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions franchise make?
According to the 2025 FDD, the average gross revenue for a Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions franchise is $1,010,216.
How many Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions franchise locations are there?
As of the 2025 FDD, Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions has 364 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2002.
Can you get an SBA loan for a Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions franchise?
Yes, SBA loans are available for Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions franchises. Historical data shows 49 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions franchisees, with an average loan amount of $210,137. The historical default rate is 8.2%.
Is Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions a good franchise to buy?
Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions shows several positive indicators: established brand with 364+ 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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