Mr. Duct Cleaner

The system's track record shows franchising since 2021, growing to 11 franchise locations plus 2 corporate by 2024, but holding steady at 11 units from 2023 to 2024—a 0% change that tempers enthusiasm for rapid scaling. Projections call for 15 new units, yet just 1 transfer occurred, suggesting low turnover but also limited resale activity in a nascent network. Item 20 data reinforces caution: with only 3 SBA loans averaging $150,000 on record, financing support exists but isn't widespread, potentially reflecting the brand's youth or franchisee selectivity.

Financials from the 2025 FDD paint a mixed picture for investors eyeing Mr. Duct Cleaner's $96,600-$141,055 initial investment, including a hefty $59,500 franchise fee. Item 19 reveals average gross revenues of $187,314 and median $157,140 across locations—decent for a service business but implying profitability hinges on controlling the 6% royalty, 2% brand/ad fund, and $1,170 monthly fixed fees for call center, tech, and accounting that add over $14,000 yearly. No net profit figures mean franchisees must scrutinize expenses in this low-overhead category; flat growth flags risks of market saturation or execution challenges in a competitive cleaning services space.