How much revenue does a UBUILDIT franchise make?

UBUILDIT does disclose financial performance data (Item 19) in their 2024 FDD, including average and median gross revenue figures. Get full access to see the exact revenue numbers and detailed financial breakdown.

How many UBUILDIT franchise locations are there?

As of the 2024 FDD, UBUILDIT has 63 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 1998.

Can you get an SBA loan for a UBUILDIT franchise?

Yes, SBA loans are available for UBUILDIT franchises. We have historical SBA 7(a) loan data on file including approval counts, average loan amounts, and default rates. Get full access to see the complete SBA loan history.

Is UBUILDIT a good franchise to buy?

UBUILDIT 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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UBUILDIT

UBuildIt franchises provide a comprehensive consulting system that guides homeowners through managing their own residential construction and remodeling projects, coaching them to act as their own general contractors. Franchisees use proprietary manuals, know-how, and trademarks to offer customizable services such as evaluating land, setting budgets, procuring subcontractor bids, and conducting site visits. The target market is consumers seeking cost-effective ways to build or remodel their homes without hiring a full-service general contractor.

63locations

$78K–$220K

Since 1998

ServicesOklahoma City, OKwww.UBuildIt.comDisclaimer

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Franchise Costs

Franchise Fee

$35,000

Initial Investment

$78,400 – $220,200

Royalty Rate

N/A

Brand Fund

N/A

Fixed Monthly Fees

$750 – $750

$2000 per sale royalty (min. $2000/mo) + $750/mo technology fee

Financial Performance

Item 19 Financial Performance

Average Gross Revenue

$28,304.69

Data Based On: Financial performance data based on 741 total contracts signed across all franchises for years 2022 & 2023.

* Calculated average gross revenue by dividing Total Revenue Collected ($20,973,775.98) by Total Contracts Signed (741) for all franchises for years 2022 & 2023.

Extracted Item 19 Section

Avg. Revenue: $28,305

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UBUILDIT Franchise Analysis

Homeowners tired of sky-high contractor fees are turning to alternatives like UBuildIt, where franchisees coach them to manage builds themselves. Item 19 offers a glimpse into revenue realities, while a single SBA loan on record raises questions about financing ease. With steady but slow expansion and some terminations noted, is this a hidden gem for hands-on entrepreneurs or a risky bet on a niche market?

Item 7 in the 2024 FDD pegs initial investment at $78,400-$220,200, including the $35,000 franchise fee, making it mid-range for construction services but accessible compared to full GC models. Ongoing fees stand out: $2,000 per sale royalty (minimum $2,000/month) plus a flat $750/month technology fee, which could pressure low-volume units given Item 19's average gross revenue of just $28,305 across disclosing locations—far below category norms where many exceed $500K. Only 63 franchise locations (plus 15 corporate) after franchising since 1998 signals modest scale, with growth crawling from 58 units in 2022 to 59 in 2023 (+2%), though 37 projected new units suggest optimism.

System health shows 4 terminations and 4 non-renewals recently, average for the size but worth watching against that anemic revenue figure, implying tight margins without strong local marketing. One SBA loan averaging $150,000 hints at limited federal backing, possibly due to the model's consultant focus over heavy capital needs. For builder-savvy investors eyeing cost-conscious homeowners, UBuildIt fits if you can scale beyond the low average sales, but the numbers scream caution on profitability without exceptional execution.

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Analysis based on the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. All figures should be independently verified before making investment decisions.

How UBUILDIT Compares

Key Insights

One of the lowest investment costs in Construction & Home Improvement (ranked #1 of 14)
Top 10 largest franchise system in Construction & Home Improvement
One of the lowest SBA loan default rates in Construction & Home Improvement

Franchise	Investment	Fee	Royalty	Locations
UBUILDIT Current	$78K – $220K	$35K	N/A	63
ONE HOUR AIR CONDITIONING AND HEATING;	$85K – $205K	$43K	6.0%	411
MR. ELECTRIC	$152K – $315K	$43K	6.0%	211
WINDOW WORLD, WORLD OF WINDOWS	$123K – $363K	$45K	N/A	211
CLOSET FACTORY	$393K – $664K	$59K	6.8%	86
EPCON COMMUNITIES	$3.8M – $6.4M	$75K	2.0%	80
Construction & Home Improvement Average 14 franchises	$533K – $1.1M	$68K	4.6%	–

* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 14 Construction & Home Improvement franchises by location count.