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SUPERIOR FENCE & RAIL, INC

SUPERIOR FENCE & RAIL, INC

Superior Fence & Rail franchises operate businesses that sell, furnish, and install wood, steel, aluminum, and vinyl fencing along with related garden products for residential and commercial customers. The franchisor grants exclusive territories based on population (up to 400,000 people standard, with additional fees for larger areas) to franchisees who follow the proprietary system, standards, and marks. The business model emphasizes a full-service fencing operation using the Superior Fence & Rail brand, targeting homeowners and businesses seeking fencing solutions.

310locations
$134K–$278K
Since 2017
ServicesGlen Allen, VAEmpower Brands Franchising, LLCwww.SuperiorFenceandRail.comDisclaimer

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Franchise Costs

Franchise Fee
$59,500
Initial Investment
$134,400 – $278,300
Royalty Rate
6.00%
Brand Fund
1.00%
Fixed Monthly Fees
$600 – $1,000

Tiered royalty starting at 6% of gross revenue (down to 4%) + 1% national branding & marketing fee + $250/mo technology fee (up to $500/mo) + $350/mo bookkeeping fee (up to $500/mo).

Financial Performance


Item 19 Financial Performance

Average Gross Revenue
$3,011,403
Median Gross Revenue
$2,598,212
Top Quartile Revenue
$5,422,461
Bottom Quartile Revenue
$763,427
Average Gross Profit
$1,447,769

Data Based On: 93 franchised outlets that operated during the reporting period ending September 30, 2025.

* Average Gross Revenue ($3,011,403) and Median Gross Revenue ($2,598,212) are directly from the 'A(1) Combined Multi-Territory and Single-Territory Franchisees' table on Page 2, representing 93 franchisees for the 12 months ending September 30, 2025. Revenue Top Quartile ($5,422,461) is the average revenue for the 'More than $4M' segment (22 franchisees) from the 'A(1) Combined Multi-Territory and Single-Territory Franchisees' table on Page 2. This segment represents approximately 23.6% of the 93 franchisees. Revenue Bottom Quartile ($763,427) is the average revenue for the 'Less than $1M' segment (7 franchisees) from the 'A(1) Combined Multi-Territory and Single-Territory Franchisees' table on Page 2. This segment represents approximately 7.5% of the 93 franchisees. Average Gross Profit ($1,447,769) is directly from the 'Part 1: Average Total Revenue Less Average COGS and Average Certain Expenses' table on Page 3, representing 44 reporting franchisees for the 12 months ending December 31, 2024. Average Net Income, Average Net Profit, and Average EBITDA are not explicitly provided in the document. The figure of $353,232 for 'Total Revenue Less Cost of Revenues and certain disclosed operating expenses' was explicitly stated on Page 5 as not representing a final gross profit or net income due to additional unreflected costs. Best Guess Profit Low ($764,906) and Best Guess Profit High ($1,738,507) are estimated Gross Profit ranges. These were calculated by applying the minimum and maximum Gross Profit Margins (25.4% and 57.7% respectively, from 'Part 2: Gross Profit Margin for 2024 Calendar Year' table on Page 5 for 76 franchisees) to the Average Gross Revenue of the 93 franchisees ($3,011,403). - Best Guess Profit Low = $3,011,403 * 0.254 = $764,906.36 (rounded to $764,906) - Best Guess Profit High = $3,011,403 * 0.577 = $1,738,506.77 (rounded to $1,738,507)

Extracted Item 19 Section

Avg. Revenue: $3,011,403

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SUPERIOR FENCE & RAIL, INC Franchise Analysis

Fencing isn't just a barrier—it's a booming home services niche where Superior Fence & Rail has carved exclusive territories up to 400,000 population. Item 19 earnings data shines a light on performance few peers match, and a stack of SBA loans hints at accessible financing paths. Yet with terminations and transfers in play, does this model's growth momentum outweigh the operational fees lurking in the FDD?

Item 7 lays out a $59,500 franchise fee within a $134,400-$278,300 total investment, covering full-service vinyl, wood, and metal installs for residential and commercial clients. Royalties start at 6% of gross (tiering to 4%), plus 1% brand/ad fund, $250-$500/mo tech fee, and $350-$500/mo bookkeeping—higher ongoing costs than many service brands at 5-7% royalty norms. Item 19 discloses strong financials: average gross revenue $3,011,403, median $2,598,212, and estimated profits $764,906-$1,738,507, signaling high scalability in a market favoring turnkey operations over DIY.

System vitality impresses with 310 franchise locations (up 10% from 282 in 2024), just 2 corporate, 18 projected new units, 13 transfers, and only 11 terminations—low churn versus category averages above 10-15%. SBA records show 54 loans averaging $250,441, easing entry for qualified buyers amid Empower Brands' oversight since 2017. This data paints a franchise firing on expansion cylinders, ideal if you thrive in hands-on services with proven unit economics, but scrutinize those add-on fees against your local market saturation.

Analysis based on the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document. All figures should be independently verified before making investment decisions.

How SUPERIOR FENCE & RAIL, INC Compares

Key Insights

  • Higher than average SBA loan default rate in Home Services
FranchiseInvestmentFeeRoyaltyLocations
SUPERIOR FENCE & RAIL, INC
Current
$134K – $278K$60K6.0%310
MERRY MAIDS$127K – $166K$55K7.0%933
HOLIDAY LIGHTING HEROES$136K – $164K$118K10.0%672
MOSQUITO AUTHORITY$54K – $128K$45K10.0%546
Culligan$130K – $814K$40K2.0%460
MOSQUITO JOE$150K – $192K$43K10.0%415
Home Services Average
136 franchises
$142K – $269K$52K6.9%

* 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 (2025)

Outlets by state across the United States

Top States
1CA
38
2TX
26
3MD
15
4OH
15
5MA
13
6FL
13
7NC
12
8VA
12
9NJ
12
10MN
10
11MO
10
12PA
10
13WA
10
14NY
10
15MI
9

+22 more states

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SBA Loan History


Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for SUPERIOR FENCE & RAIL, INC franchisees (20192025)

Total Loans
54
Average Loan
$250,441
Total Volume
$13.5M
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.

54 SBA loans on record

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Franchisee Contacts

126 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.

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Due Diligence


Litigation (Item 3)

Franchisee Cases0
No litigation involving franchisees reported

Bankruptcy (Item 4)

Bankruptcy HistoryNo
No bankruptcy history reported

System Health (Item 20)

Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year

Terminations
11
Non-Renewals
0
Reacquired
0
Ceased Ops
0
Transfers
13
Sold to Franchisees
0
Projected New
18

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Frequently Asked Questions

The total initial investment to open a SUPERIOR FENCE & RAIL, INC franchise ranges from $134,400 to $278,300. This includes a franchise fee of $59,500. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.0% of gross sales.