Heavyweight Waste
Heavyweight Waste franchises offer mobile commercial, industrial, and construction waste removal services using custom roll-off trucks and open-top containers. Franchisees operate under the Heavyweight Waste brand and proprietary Franchise System, targeting businesses generating significant waste in fragmented, high-demand markets. The business model involves an initial investment of $510,050 to $685,200, with franchisees servicing clients in exclusive territories while adhering to system standards.
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
8% royalty + 1% brand fund + $700/mo technology fee
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 3 affiliate-owned Heavyweight Waste Businesses (covering, in the aggregate, 16 Territories) and 2 franchised Heavyweight Waste Businesses (covering, in the aggregate, 4 Territories) that were open for at least 1 full year as of December 31, 2023 (the “Covered Businesses”).
* The average gross revenue of $980,283.03 is taken directly from the 'Average Total Gross Sales' in the FDD (Page 8). The FDD listed '$980,283.03' as the median in the 'Statistics for Gross Sales for 2023' table (Page 8), which is identical to the average. However, based on the five individual unit gross sales values provided across pages 3-7 (Fort Myers: $968,527.00, Denver: $672,063.81, Birmingham: $1,134,920.98, Huntsville: $740,092.85, Indianapolis: $1,385,810.50), the mathematically correct median (the middle value when sorted) is $968,527.00. This corrected median value has been used.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How Heavyweight Waste Compares to Other Waste Management Franchises
Key Insights
- Higher investment than 93% of Waste Management franchises
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Heavyweight Waste Current | $510K - $685K | $50K | 8.0% | 9 |
| Smash My Trash | $372K - $492K | $50K | 8.0% | 504 |
| BIN THERE...DUMP THAT FRANCHISE AGREEMENT | $116K - $235K | $29K | N/A | 226 |
| JUNK KING | $121K - $236K | $55K | 8.0% | 172 |
| 1-800-GOT-JUNK? | $184K - $294K | $65K | 8.0% | 133 |
| CRUSHR | $150K - $383K | $50K | 8.0% | 95 |
Waste Management Average 14 franchises | $221K - $375K | $50K | 7.6% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 14 Waste Management 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
Franchisee Contacts
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
Primarily disputes with former franchisees alleging fraud and misrepresentation in franchise sales (including Item 19 financial disclosures), violations of state franchise laws, breach of contract, and termination issues.
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 Heavyweight Waste franchise?
The total initial investment to open a Heavyweight Waste franchise ranges from $510,050 to $685,200. This includes a franchise fee of $49,500. Ongoing royalty fees are 8.0% of gross sales.
How much revenue does a Heavyweight Waste franchise make?
According to the 2024 FDD, the average gross revenue for a Heavyweight Waste franchise is $980,283.03. The median revenue is $968,527.
How many Heavyweight Waste franchise locations are there?
As of the 2024 FDD, Heavyweight Waste has 9 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2021.
Is Heavyweight Waste a good franchise to buy?
Heavyweight Waste shows several positive indicators: transparent financial performance data (Item 19). 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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