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MOSQUITO JOE
Mosquito Joe franchises provide pest control services, including control of outdoor insects such as mosquitoes, ticks, and fleas, rodent control, and the sale, design, installation, and servicing of outdoor misting systems, barrier sprays, and other insect elimination systems. The business operates under the Mosquito Joe brand, targeting residential and commercial customers seeking to prevent nuisance insects from entering homes and properties. Franchisees can start new businesses or convert existing ones, with the franchisor offering support through a proven system.
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Franchise Costs
10% license (royalty) + 2% MAP (brand fund) + $371/mo software system + $325/mo SEO + $200/mo call center.
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 387 franchised businesses operating for at least 12 months as of December 31, 2024.
* Calculated weighted average gross revenue from the '2024 Annual Gross Sales Data' table on page 3: (91 businesses × $214,794 + 296 businesses × $432,954) / (91 + 296) = $381,655.40. No explicit overall median gross revenue, revenue quartile data, or profit metrics (gross profit, net income, net profit, EBITDA) were provided for all businesses. Page 5 explicitly states that no other financial performance representations are made.
Extracted Item 19 Section
Avg. Revenue: $381,655
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Outdoor pest control demands surge with suburban lifestyles, positioning Mosquito Joe as a seasonal powerhouse under Neighborly's umbrella. Franchising since 2012, Item 19 unveils revenue benchmarks while SBA loan records highlight financing realities. Yet, a subtle shift in unit counts and termination disclosures begs scrutiny—what's fueling the buzz or the buzzkill?
Item 7 pegs initial investment at $150,155-$192,075, including a $42,500 franchise fee, with ongoing costs like 10% royalties, 2% brand fund, $371/month software, $325/month SEO, and $200/month call center. Item 19 reports average gross revenue of $381,655, offering a solid topline for mature units in this home services play. SBA data shows 101 loans averaging $211,238 with a 5.9% default rate, signaling accessible financing but moderate risk—lower defaults than many peers suggest operational resilience.
Since 2012, the system expanded to 416 locations by 2023 before dipping to 415 in 2024—a flat zero percent growth trajectory that tempers aggressive expansion narratives. Terminations hit 24, transfers 8, and projected new units lag at 6, hinting at saturation or challenges in a weather-dependent sector. Litigation involving unpaid fees and counterclaims of fraudulent inducement flags potential franchisee-franchisor friction, urging caution despite Neighborly's backing and 2 corporate units.
Analysis based on the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. All figures should be independently verified before making investment decisions.
How MOSQUITO JOE Compares
Key Insights
- Top 10 largest franchise system in Home Services
- Lower than average SBA loan default rate in Home Services
| Franchise | Investment | Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
MOSQUITO JOE Current | $150K – $192K | $43K | 10.0% | 415 |
| MERRY MAIDS | $127K – $166K | $55K | 7.0% | 933 |
| HOLIDAY LIGHTING HEROES | $136K – $164K | $118K | 10.0% | 672 |
| MOSQUITO AUTHORITY | $54K – $128K | $45K | 10.0% | 546 |
| Culligan | $130K – $814K | $40K | 2.0% | 460 |
| ONE HOUR AIR CONDITIONING AND HEATING; | $85K – $205K | $43K | 6.0% | 411 |
Home Services Average 136 franchises | $142K – $269K | $52K | 6.9% | – |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 136 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
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Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for MOSQUITO JOE franchisees (2013 – 2025)
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.
101 SBA loans on record
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277 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.
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Unlock contactsDue Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
Breach of franchise agreement for unpaid direct marketing fees by former franchisees, with counterclaims alleging fraudulent inducement and improper termination.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
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The total initial investment to open a MOSQUITO JOE franchise ranges from $150,155 to $192,075. This includes a franchise fee of $42,500. Ongoing royalty fees are 10.0% of gross sales.
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