POOL SCOUTS
Pool Scouts franchises provide professional cleaning and maintenance services for residential and commercial swimming pools and spas, including pool openings, routine servicing to maintain cleanliness and proper water chemistry, and pool closings, using a standardized system with proprietary marks, operations manuals, approved equipment, and mandatory marketing programs. The business model involves selling single-unit or area development franchises (2-3 units) with exclusive territories defined by up to 10,000 'Targeted Households' (single-family homes with pools/spas and estimated annual income of at least $100,000). Franchisees target affluent homeowners and commercial customers in competitive markets, competing with independents and national pool service providers.
Disclaimer: This information was extracted using AI from public Franchise Disclosure Documents and should be independently verified. This is not financial or legal advice. Always review official FDD filings before making investment decisions.
Overview
Financial Requirements
8% royalty + 2% ad fund + $395/mo integrated business mgmt fee + $300/mo SEO + $1,250/mo digital marketing + $1,279-$1,296/mo mailer program (annualized).
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 59 franchised outlets open and operating for 12 months or more as of December 31, 2024.
* Calculated weighted average gross revenue for 2024 using data from Table 5a. The number of units for each class year was inferred from the '(# above average)' and percentage given in the table, summing to the total of 59 franchised outlets mentioned. Units: Mature (21), 2021 (12), 2022 (12), 2023 (14). Calculation: (21 * $442133 + 12 * $254523 + 12 * $278995 + 14 * $247570) / 59 total units.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How POOL SCOUTS Compares to Other Home Services Franchises
Key Insights
- Higher than average SBA loan default rate in Home Services
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
POOL SCOUTS Current | $115K - $153K | $50K | 8.0% | 71 |
| 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 |
| MOSQUITO AUTHORITY | $54K - $128K | $45K | 10.0% | 546 |
| Culligan | $130K - $814K | $40K | 2.0% | 460 |
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
+4 more states
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for POOL SCOUTS franchisees (2017 - 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)
Enforcement of non-competition covenant against a former franchisee.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
Dave Warn (Vice President of Franchise Development) and Karen Denise Warn filed Chapter 13 on April 24, 2014 (discharged January 27, 2020).
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 POOL SCOUTS franchise?
The total initial investment to open a POOL SCOUTS franchise ranges from $115,445 to $152,920. This includes a franchise fee of $50,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 8.0% of gross sales.
How much revenue does a POOL SCOUTS franchise make?
According to the 2025 FDD, the average gross revenue for a POOL SCOUTS franchise is $324,626.93.
How many POOL SCOUTS franchise locations are there?
As of the 2025 FDD, POOL SCOUTS has 71 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2016.
Can you get an SBA loan for a POOL SCOUTS franchise?
Yes, SBA loans are available for POOL SCOUTS franchises. Historical data shows 11 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for POOL SCOUTS franchisees, with an average loan amount of $141,455. The historical default rate is 0.0%.
Is POOL SCOUTS a good franchise to buy?
POOL SCOUTS shows several positive indicators: 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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