MOSQUITO AUTHORITY
Mosquito Authority franchises provide specialized outdoor pest control services targeting mosquitoes, ticks, flies, and spotted lanternflies for residential and commercial customers (excluding commercial fly control), including the sales, design, installation, and servicing of misting systems and other repetitive application control systems. The business operates under a standardized franchise system with exclusive territories determined by population and income demographics, such as 35,000 single-family dwellings for full-size franchises. The model focuses on recurring services in the pest control industry, primarily in the United States.
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Overview
Financial Requirements
10% royalty (or min $200-$700/mo starting yr 2) + 0% ad fund (may implement up to 3%) + $250/mo digital marketing + $100-$1,200/mo technology fee
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 506 franchised Businesses operated by 128 franchisees during the 2024 fiscal year.
* Average gross revenue per franchise unit calculated as (Average Gross Revenue per franchisee * Number of franchisees) / Number of franchised businesses. From page 4, the average Gross Revenue of the 128 franchisees that operated 506 franchised Businesses during the 2024 fiscal year was $464,599.95. Therefore, average_gross_revenue = ($464,599.95 * 128) / 506 = $117,527.26. Best guess profit range (EBITDA) is estimated using the EBITDA margins derived from the company-owned unit's Profit & Loss statements (Part I) for 2023 and 2024. The EBITDA margins were approximately 19.15% (2023) and 13.69% (2024). A conservative range of 13% to 19% was applied to the average gross revenue per unit. Low estimate: $117,527.26 * 0.13 = $15,278.54. High estimate: $117,527.26 * 0.19 = $22,330.18.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How MOSQUITO AUTHORITY Compares to Other Home Services Franchises
Key Insights
- Lower investment than 92% of Home Services franchises
- Top 10 largest franchise system in Home Services
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
MOSQUITO AUTHORITY Current | $54K - $128K | $45K | 10.0% | 546 |
| 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 |
| Culligan | $130K - $814K | $40K | 2.0% | 460 |
| MOSQUITO SHIELD | $121K - $158K | $55K | 8.0% | 435 |
Home Services Average 129 franchises | $144K - $289K | $53K | 7.0% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 129 Home 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
+27 more states
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for MOSQUITO AUTHORITY franchisees (2018 - 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)
No litigation involving franchisees reported in the FDD.
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 MOSQUITO AUTHORITY franchise?
The total initial investment to open a MOSQUITO AUTHORITY franchise ranges from $54,000 to $127,700. This includes a franchise fee of $45,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 10.0% of gross sales.
How much revenue does a MOSQUITO AUTHORITY franchise make?
According to the 2025 FDD, the average gross revenue for a MOSQUITO AUTHORITY franchise is $117,527.26.
How much profit can you make with a MOSQUITO AUTHORITY franchise?
Based on the financial performance data in the FDD, estimated profit for a MOSQUITO AUTHORITY franchise ranges from $15,278.54 to $22,330.18 per year. Actual results vary based on location, management, and market conditions.
How many MOSQUITO AUTHORITY franchise locations are there?
As of the 2025 FDD, MOSQUITO AUTHORITY has 546 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2009.
Can you get an SBA loan for a MOSQUITO AUTHORITY franchise?
Yes, SBA loans are available for MOSQUITO AUTHORITY franchises. Historical data shows 47 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for MOSQUITO AUTHORITY franchisees, with an average loan amount of $154,038. The historical default rate is 2.1%.
Is MOSQUITO AUTHORITY a good franchise to buy?
MOSQUITO AUTHORITY shows several positive indicators: established brand with 546+ 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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