TIDE CLEANERS
Tide Cleaners franchises retail dry cleaning outlets that provide premium dry cleaning, laundering, and related fabric and garment care services and products under the Tide Cleaners brand and trademarks. Franchisees can operate in various formats including Plant Stores, Central Plant Stores, Drop Stores, and Virtual Stores, using proprietary products, processes, and system standards specified by the franchisor. The business model targets the general public seeking high-quality garment care services, competing in the established dry cleaning and laundry market.
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
6.5% royalty + 3.5% brand fund + $500-$1,000/mo computer systems maintenance fee
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 140 franchised Tide Cleaners Outlets (49 Plant Stores and 91 Drop Stores) that operated from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025.
* Calculated weighted average gross revenue from 49 Plant Stores (average $1,225,693) and 91 Drop Stores (average $548,202) out of 140 total franchised outlets for July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025. Profit metrics (gross profit, net income, net profit, EBITDA, and related profit range) are not explicitly provided or cannot be reliably inferred for this specific sample of 140 outlets.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How TIDE CLEANERS Compares to Other Cleaning Services Franchises
Key Insights
- Higher investment than 93% of Cleaning Services franchises
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
TIDE CLEANERS Current | $710K - $1.5M | $50K | 6.5% | 256 |
| 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 (2025)
Outlets by state across the United States
+10 more states
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 TIDE CLEANERS franchise?
The total initial investment to open a TIDE CLEANERS franchise ranges from $709,700 to $1,505,800. This includes a franchise fee of $50,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.5% of gross sales.
How much revenue does a TIDE CLEANERS franchise make?
According to the 2025 FDD, the average gross revenue for a TIDE CLEANERS franchise is $785,323.85.
How many TIDE CLEANERS franchise locations are there?
As of the 2025 FDD, TIDE CLEANERS has 256 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2009.
Is TIDE CLEANERS a good franchise to buy?
TIDE CLEANERS shows several positive indicators: established brand with 256+ locations, transparent financial performance data (Item 19). 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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