HOODZ
HOODZ franchises specialize in cleaning, inspection, maintenance, repairs, installation, and restoration of commercial exhaust hood systems, conveyor ovens, kitchen equipment, grease containment, filters, traps, and filter exchange for food service establishments. Franchisees operate within defined territories using the proprietary HOODZ business system, marketing directly to restaurants, schools, institutions, and manufacturing facilities. The model emphasizes compliance with regulations like NFPA standards and targets retail food service customers requiring certified hood cleaning services.
Franchise Costs
10% royalty (tiered to 9%/8%/7% at higher sales) + up to 1% brand marketing fund + $60/wk technology fee
How HOODZ Compares
Key Insights
- Higher investment than 84% of Cleaning Services franchises
| Franchise | Investment | Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
HOODZ Current | $201K – $247K | $60K | 10.0% | 135 |
| THE MAIDS | $82K – $160K | $57K | 6.9% | 1,517 |
| Chem-Dry | $119K – $265K | $36K | 7.0% | 1,099 |
| MERRY MAIDS | $127K – $170K | $55K | 7.0% | 802 |
| OpenWorks | $4K – $134K | $25K | 15.0% | 615 |
| OXI FRESH CARPET CLEANING | $54K – $105K | $48K | N/A | 481 |
Cleaning Services Average 74 franchises | $188K – $371K | $46K | 7.2% | – |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 74 Cleaning Services franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2025)
Outlets by state across the United States
+19 more states
Franchisee Contacts
69 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.
| Name | SBA Loan |
|---|---|
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
One adversary proceeding by a franchisee alleging declaratory relief, waiver, equitable estoppel, breach of implied covenant, Michigan Investment Law violations, and unjust enrichment related to termination for out-of-territory conduct.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
The total initial investment to open a HOODZ franchise ranges from $200,538 to $246,807. This includes a franchise fee of $59,900. Ongoing royalty fees are 10.0% of gross sales.
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