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Roof Scientist

Roof Scientist

Roof Scientist franchises operate roofing solutions companies specializing in repairing, restoring, and replacing residential and commercial roofs, including sales and installation of proprietary roof coatings that enhance roof protection for metal, shingle, and tile roofs. Franchisees use a proprietary business system with approved products and services, operating from approved home offices or facilities within designated territories. The target market includes residential and commercial property owners seeking roofing maintenance and enhancement services.

7locations
$219K–$393K
Since 2024
ServicesHuntersville, NCwww.roofscientist.comDisclaimer

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Franchise Costs

Franchise Fee
$59,900
Initial Investment
$218,867 – $393,166
Royalty Rate
5.00%
Brand Fund
2.00%
Fixed Monthly Fees
$2,500 – $2,500

5%-7% royalty + 2% ad fund + $650/mo marketing management + $850/mo technology + $600/mo call center + $350/mo bookkeeping

Financial Performance


Item 19 Financial Performance

Data Based On: Data compiled from 2 franchisees operating in 4 territories during the 2025 Measurement Period.

* Weighted average job size of $20,310.29 was calculated from individual job statistics (Average column) and job counts (from notes to Part I: 10 Roof Coating System jobs, 8 Roof Repair jobs, 3 Roof Soft Wash jobs, 7 Roof Replacement jobs), but this metric is for individual job sizes, not 'average gross revenue per franchise unit' as requested. No data on average gross revenue, profit, or EBITDA per franchise unit was provided.

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How Roof Scientist Compares

Key Insights

  • Higher investment than 92% of Home Services franchises
FranchiseInvestmentFeeRoyaltyLocations
Roof Scientist
Current
$219K – $393K$60K5.0%7
MERRY MAIDS$127K – $166K$55K7.0%933
HOLIDAY LIGHTING HEROES$136K – $164K$118K10.0%672
MOSQUITO AUTHORITY$39K – $129K$45K10.0%521
Culligan$130K – $816K$41K2.0%438
ONE HOUR AIR CONDITIONING AND HEATING;$143K – $287K$43K6.0%418
Home Services Average
143 franchises
$137K – $270K$52K6.8%

* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 143 Home Services franchises by location count.

Locations & Growth


Outlet Growth Over Time

Total outlets at end of each year

Geographic Distribution (2025)

Outlets by state across the United States

Top States
1Wisconsin
5
2Indiana
2
3Arkansas
0

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Franchisee Contacts

1 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.

1 Contacts Available

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Due Diligence


Litigation (Item 3)

Franchisee Cases1

Primarily termination disputes, fee collection matters, and allegations of fraudulent misrepresentation, concealment, and breach of contract.

Bankruptcy (Item 4)

Bankruptcy HistoryNo
No bankruptcy history reported

System Health (Item 20)

Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year

Terminations
5
Non-Renewals
1
Reacquired
0
Ceased Ops
0
Transfers
0
Sold to Franchisees
0
Projected New
79

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Frequently Asked Questions

The total initial investment to open a Roof Scientist franchise ranges from $218,867 to $393,166. This includes a franchise fee of $59,900. Ongoing royalty fees are 5.0% of gross sales.