How many KITCHEN SOLVERS franchise locations are there?

As of the 2026 FDD, KITCHEN SOLVERS has 58 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 1987.

Can you get an SBA loan for a KITCHEN SOLVERS franchise?

Yes, SBA loans are available for KITCHEN SOLVERS franchises. Historical data shows 13 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for KITCHEN SOLVERS franchisees, with an average loan amount of $111,262. The historical default rate is 15.4%.

Is KITCHEN SOLVERS a good franchise to buy?

Whether KITCHEN SOLVERS 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.

KITCHEN SOLVERS

FDD Year:

Kitchen Solvers franchises operate businesses providing kitchen and bathroom update, beautification, and remodeling services for residential and commercial buildings, including design consulting, cabinet refacing/installation/replacement, appliance installation, countertop replacement, and accessorizing. The business model involves granting qualified franchisees exclusive geographic territories to operate independently under the Kitchen Solvers brand, with options for multi-unit development agreements. Target customers include the general public (homeowners), general contractors, interior decorators, insurance adjustors, and other professionals.

Locations

$102K–$149K

Investment

Since 1987

Franchising

ServicesLa Crosse, WIwww.kitchensolvers.comDisclaimer

Franchise Costs

Franchise Fee

$60,000

Item 5 of FDD

Initial Investment Range

$102,367 – $149,152

Low: $102,367High: $149,152

Item 7 of FDD

Royalty Rate

6.00%

of gross sales

Brand Fund

1.00%

Item 6 of FDD

Fixed Monthly Fees

$400 – $609

Item 6 of FDD

6% royalty (tiered down to 2.5% based on monthly gross sales) + 1% brand fund + $317/mo technology fee + insurance ($1,000-$3,500 annual, or ~$83-$292/mo).

How KITCHEN SOLVERS Compares

Key Insights

Lower than average SBA loan default rate in Home Improvement

Franchise	Investment	Fee	Royalty	Locations
KITCHEN SOLVERS Current	$102K – $149K	$60K	6.0%	58
BUDGET BLINDS	$101K – $211K	$20K	3.5%	1,366
Koala Insulation	$195K – $242K	$50K	6.5%	333
CERTA PROPAINTERS	$171K – $321K	$65K	N/A	303
FCI	$184K – $249K	$55K	5.0%	288
That 1 Painter	$113K – $189K	$59K	6.0%	265
Home Improvement Average 63 franchises	$139K – $247K	$51K	6.2%	–

* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 63 Home Improvement 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

Top States

1FL

2WI

3TX

4OH

5MI

6MO

7NC

8NE

9CT

10GA

11IL

12MN

13NJ

14IA

15MD

+9 more states

SBA Loan History

Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for KITCHEN SOLVERS franchisees (2011 – 2025)

Total Loans

Average Loan

$111,262

Total Volume

$1.4M

Default Rate

15.4%

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.

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 KITCHEN SOLVERS franchise ranges from $102,367 to $149,152. This includes a franchise fee of $60,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.0% of gross sales.