How much revenue does a POOL SCOUTS franchise make?

POOL SCOUTS does disclose financial performance data (Item 19) in their 2025 FDD, including average and median gross revenue figures. Get full access to see the exact revenue numbers and detailed financial breakdown.

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. We have historical SBA 7(a) loan data on file including approval counts, average loan amounts, and default rates. Get full access to see the complete SBA loan history.

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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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.

71locations

$115K–$153K

Since 2016

ServicesVirginia Beach, VABuzz Franchise Brands, LLCwww.poolscouts.comDisclaimer

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Franchise Costs

Franchise Fee

$50,000

Initial Investment

$115,445 – $152,920

Royalty Rate

8.00%

Brand Fund

2.00%

Fixed Monthly Fees

$3,224 – $3,241

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).

Financial Performance

Item 19 Financial Performance

Average Gross Revenue

$324,626.93

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

Avg. Revenue: $324,627

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POOL SCOUTS Franchise Analysis

Picture this: a franchise that dives into the lucrative pool maintenance market, targeting high-income households in exclusive territories defined by 'Targeted Households'—think affluent suburbs where backyard oases demand pristine care year-round. Backed by Buzz Franchise Brands since 2016, Pool Scouts stands out with its standardized cleaning protocols and mandatory marketing, differentiating from scattered independents. Item 19 reveals average gross revenues that hint at solid potential, yet a recent contraction in locations and a bankruptcy history whisper caution—what's the real current beneath this promising surface?

Financially, Item 7 pegs the initial investment at $115,445-$152,920, including a $50,000 franchise fee, with single-unit or area development (2-3 units) options. Item 19 discloses an average gross revenue of $324,627 across reporting units, bolstered by 11 SBA loans averaging $141,455—evidence of accessible financing for startup. However, ongoing fees stack up aggressively: 8% royalty, 2% brand/ad fund, plus $395/month integrated management, $300/month SEO, $1,250/month digital marketing, and $1,279-$1,296/month mailer program (annualized), potentially eroding margins in a service-heavy model competing against nationals and locals.

Pool Scouts grew to 79 locations in 2023 before dipping to 74 in 2024 (-6%), with 71 active units, 16 terminations, and litigation over non-compete enforcement signaling operational pressures. The parent company's multi-brand portfolio adds support via shared resources, but the bankruptcy history and fee burden demand scrutiny. Prospective buyers should probe Item 20 trends, validate revenue sustainability through FDD contacts, and model cash flow against those layered fees to assess if this poolside venture floats or sinks in today's market.

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Analysis based on the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. All figures should be independently verified before making investment decisions.

How POOL SCOUTS Compares

Franchise	Investment	Fee	Royalty	Locations
POOL SCOUTS Current	$115K – $153K	$50K	8.0%	71
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
MOSQUITO JOE	$150K – $192K	$43K	10.0%	415
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

Top States

1TX

2FL

3NC

4SC

5AZ

6TN

7VA

8GA

9MI

10OH

11MD

12AL

13ID

14CT

15UT

+4 more states

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SBA Loan History

Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for POOL SCOUTS franchisees (2017 – 2025)

Total Loans

Average Loan

$141,455

Total Volume

$1.6M

Default Rate

0.0%

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.

11 SBA loans on record

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Franchisee Contacts

57 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.

57 Contacts Available

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Due Diligence

Litigation (Item 3)

Franchisee Cases1

Enforcement of non-competition covenant against a former franchisee.

Bankruptcy (Item 4)

Bankruptcy HistoryYes

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

Terminations

Non-Renewals

Reacquired

Ceased Ops

Transfers

Sold to Franchisees

Projected New

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.