How many HomeStretch franchise locations are there?

As of the 2026 FDD, HomeStretch has 164 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2022.

Can you get an SBA loan for a HomeStretch franchise?

Yes, SBA loans are available for HomeStretch franchises. Historical data shows 2 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for HomeStretch franchisees, with an average loan amount of $203,850. The historical default rate is 0.0%.

Is HomeStretch a good franchise to buy?

HomeStretch shows several positive indicators: established brand with 164+ locations, 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.

HomeStretch

FDD Year:

HomeStretch offers franchises to operate businesses providing residential (and approved commercial) home services including clear-outs, handyman services, painting, pressure washing, landscaping, junk removal, cleaning, and carpet/flooring replacements under the HOMEstretch brand. Franchisees primarily target homeowners of residential properties like homes, condos, and apartments, while building relationships with referral sources such as real estate agents, banks, and financial institutions. The business model involves direct service provision, use of subcontractors for specialized tasks, and sales of approved products using proprietary systems and standards.

164

Locations

$104K–$217K

Investment

Since 2022

Franchising

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Franchise Costs

Franchise Fee

$60,000

Item 5 of FDD

Initial Investment Range

$104,000 – $216,850

Low: $104,000High: $216,850

Item 7 of FDD

Royalty Rate

7.25%

of gross sales

Brand Fund

1.00%

Item 6 of FDD

Fixed Monthly Fees

$600 – $600

Item 6 of FDD

7.25% royalty (greater of 7.25% of gross revenue or minimum monthly royalty) + 1% brand fund + $600/mo technology fee + greater of $750/mo or 1.5% gross revenue local advertising requirement.

How HomeStretch Compares

Key Insights

Higher than average SBA loan default rate in Home Services

Franchise	Investment	Fee	Royalty	Locations
HomeStretch Current	$104K – $217K	$60K	7.2%	164
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 130 franchises	$144K – $290K	$53K	7.0%	–

* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 130 Home Services franchises by location count.

SBA Loan History

Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for HomeStretch franchisees (2025 – 2025)

Total Loans

Average Loan

$203,850

Total Volume

$0.4M

Default Rate

0.0%

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

75 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 Cases0

No litigation involving franchisees reported

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 HomeStretch franchise ranges from $104,000 to $216,850. This includes a franchise fee of $60,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 7.2% of gross sales.