Smart Carpet Cleaning
Smart Carpet Cleaning franchises operate mobile businesses providing environmentally friendly, low-water carpet cleaning services to commercial and residential customers using proprietary soil transfer technology, cleaning solutions, and procedures. This system emphasizes faster drying times, effective deep cleaning, and reduced labor compared to traditional steam cleaning methods. Franchisees serve protected territories from a shop or storage location with equipped vans.
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
6% royalty + 0% brand fund + $290/mo technology fee
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 2023 Annual Gross Sales and other account-specific financial performance data for one Affiliate-Owned Business.
* All financial performance data presented in Item 19 is explicitly for the 'Affiliate-Owned Business' for the year 2023. The total annual Gross Sales for this single affiliate-owned business was $508,823, which is used as the average gross revenue for the company-owned unit. No expense or profit margin data was provided to calculate net income, net profit, EBITDA, or a best guess profit range.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How Smart Carpet Cleaning Compares to Other Cleaning Services Franchises
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Smart Carpet Cleaning Current | $111K - $178K | $34K | 6.0% | 1 |
| THE MAIDS | $82K - $160K | $57K | 6.9% | 1,517 |
| THE MAIDS | $118K - $141K | $60K | 6.9% | 1,472 |
| Chem-Dry | $119K - $265K | $36K | 7.0% | 1,099 |
| MERRY MAIDS | $127K - $170K | $55K | 7.0% | 802 |
| OpenWorks | $4K - $134K | $25K | 15.0% | 615 |
Cleaning Services Average 72 franchises | $187K - $374K | $45K | 7.1% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 72 Cleaning Services franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2023)
Outlets by state across the United States
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for Smart Carpet Cleaning franchisees (2016 - 2025)
Loans by Year
* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.
Franchisee Contacts
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
No litigation involving franchisees reported in the FDD.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
No bankruptcy history reported in the FDD.
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 Smart Carpet Cleaning franchise?
The total initial investment to open a Smart Carpet Cleaning franchise ranges from $111,425 to $178,225. This includes a franchise fee of $34,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.0% of gross sales.
How much revenue does a Smart Carpet Cleaning franchise make?
According to the 2024 FDD, the average gross revenue for a Smart Carpet Cleaning franchise is $508,823.
How many Smart Carpet Cleaning franchise locations are there?
As of the 2024 FDD, Smart Carpet Cleaning has 1 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2021.
Can you get an SBA loan for a Smart Carpet Cleaning franchise?
Yes, SBA loans are available for Smart Carpet Cleaning franchises. Historical data shows 87 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for Smart Carpet Cleaning franchisees, with an average loan amount of $530,408. The historical default rate is 2.3%.
Is Smart Carpet Cleaning a good franchise to buy?
Smart Carpet Cleaning 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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