Southwest Greens
Southwest Greens International, LLC franchises retail businesses that design, sell, install, and maintain artificial turf surfaces for putting greens, golf practice facilities, lawn turf, and other sports and non-sports applications, as well as modular tile flooring for tennis, basketball, volleyball courts, and gymnasiums. The business model grants franchises to operate under the Southwest Greens brand within defined territories, with limitations on reselling artificial turf. The target market includes medium-to-high-end homeowners, businesses, hotels, resorts, condominiums, schools, and colleges.
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Overview
Financial Requirements
$0.50 per sq ft turf royalty (subject to minimum annual royalty $6,000-$16,000 based on territory) + $1,000-$2,000/yr advertising payment + up to $3,000/yr special marketing
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
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How Southwest Greens Compares to Other Home Improvement Franchises
Key Insights
- Lower investment than 75% of Home Improvement franchises
- Higher than average SBA loan default rate in Home Improvement
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Southwest Greens Current | $83K - $342K | $25K | N/A | 53 |
| BUDGET BLINDS | $101K - $211K | $20K | 3.5% | 1,366 |
| Koala Insulation | $189K - $234K | $50K | 6.5% | 395 |
| CERTA PROPAINTERS | $171K - $321K | $65K | N/A | 303 |
| FCI | $184K - $249K | $55K | 5.0% | 288 |
| That 1 Painter | $113K - $189K | $59K | 6.0% | 265 |
Home Improvement Average 63 franchises | $140K - $247K | $52K | 6.2% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 63 Home Improvement 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
+18 more states
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for Southwest Greens franchisees (2019 - 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 Southwest Greens franchise?
The total initial investment to open a Southwest Greens franchise ranges from $83,000 to $341,500. This includes a franchise fee of $25,000.
How many Southwest Greens franchise locations are there?
As of the 2024 FDD, Southwest Greens has 53 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2008.
Can you get an SBA loan for a Southwest Greens franchise?
Yes, SBA loans are available for Southwest Greens franchises. Historical data shows 7 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for Southwest Greens franchisees, with an average loan amount of $280,714. The historical default rate is 0.0%.
Is Southwest Greens a good franchise to buy?
Southwest Greens shows several positive indicators: 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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