How much revenue does a ZIPS DRY CLEANERS franchise make?

According to the 2024 FDD, the average gross revenue for a ZIPS DRY CLEANERS franchise is $1,038,177. The median revenue is $948,182.38.

How much profit can you make with a ZIPS DRY CLEANERS franchise?

Based on the financial performance data in the FDD, estimated profit for a ZIPS DRY CLEANERS franchise ranges from $-37,361.13 to $817,857.75 per year. Actual results vary based on location, management, and market conditions.

How many ZIPS DRY CLEANERS franchise locations are there?

As of the 2024 FDD, ZIPS DRY CLEANERS has 66 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2006.

Can you get an SBA loan for a ZIPS DRY CLEANERS franchise?

Yes, SBA loans are available for ZIPS DRY CLEANERS franchises. Historical data shows 25 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for ZIPS DRY CLEANERS franchisees, with an average loan amount of $697,892. The historical default rate is 8.0%.

Is ZIPS DRY CLEANERS a good franchise to buy?

ZIPS DRY CLEANERS 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.

ZIPS DRY CLEANERS

ZIPS Dry Cleaners franchises operate garment care businesses offering dry cleaning and laundry services through a proprietary system featuring competitive flat-rate pricing, same-day service, efficient integrated production processes, and standardized layouts in Plant Facilities (with on-site processing) or Drop Facilities (satellite drop-off points). Franchisees develop and operate outlets under the ZIPS brand, adhering to strict operational manuals, training, and specifications to ensure consistency. The business model targets busy consumers seeking convenient, affordable garment care in high-traffic locations like in-line malls or freestanding buildings on major thoroughfares.

Locations

$740K–$1175K

Investment

Since 2006

Franchising

ServicesSavage, MDValue Drycleaners of America, LLCwww.321zips.comDisclaimer

Franchise Costs

Franchise Fee

$30,000

Item 5 of FDD

Initial Investment Range

$739,700 – $1,175,000

Low: $739,700High: $1,175,000

Item 7 of FDD

Royalty Rate

6.00%

of gross sales

Brand Fund

2.00%

Item 6 of FDD

Fixed Monthly Fees

$425 – $425

Item 6 of FDD

6% royalty + 2% national marketing fund (up to 4%) + $425/mo ZIPSsoft software license fee. Total marketing obligation 5% of net sales.

Financial Performance

Item 19 Financial Performance

Average Gross Revenue

Median Gross Revenue

Average Net Profit

Average Gross Profit

Data Based On: 56 franchised ZIPS Cleaners Businesses (49 Plant Stores and 7 Drop Stores) open for the full year 2023, based on unaudited financial statements.

* Calculated weighted average for 49 Plant Stores and 7 Drop Stores. Average Gross Revenue: ((1,117,710 * 49) + (481,446 * 7)) / 56 = $1,038,177.0. Median Gross Revenue: ((1,019,266 * 49) + (450,597 * 7)) / 56 = $948,182.375. Average Gross Profit: ((1,004,802 * 49) + (440,924 * 7)) / 56 = $934,317.25. Average Net Profit (Income Before General and Administrative Expenses): ((294,613 * 49) + (178,059 * 7)) / 56 = $280,043.75. Best Guess Profit Low (Low Income Before G&A): ((-57,779 * 49) + (105,564 * 7)) / 56 = $-37,361.125. Best Guess Profit High (High Income Before G&A): ((870,782 * 49) + (447,388 * 7)) / 56 = $817,857.75.

Extracted Item 19 Section

How ZIPS DRY CLEANERS Compares

Key Insights

Higher investment than 96% of Cleaning Services franchises
Lower than average SBA loan default rate in Cleaning Services

Franchise	Investment	Fee	Royalty	Locations
ZIPS DRY CLEANERS Current	$740K – $1.2M	$30K	6.0%	66
THE MAIDS	$82K – $160K	$57K	6.9%	1,517
Chem-Dry	$119K – $265K	$36K	7.0%	1,099
MERRY MAIDS	$127K – $170K	$55K	7.0%	802
OpenWorks	$4K – $134K	$25K	15.0%	615
OXI FRESH CARPET CLEANING	$54K – $105K	$48K	N/A	481
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

Top States

1MD

2VA

3PA

4TX

5IN

6DC

7CA

8IL

9OH

10FL

11OR

SBA Loan History

Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for ZIPS DRY CLEANERS franchisees (2010 – 2025)

Total Loans

Average Loan

$697,892

Total Volume

$17.4M

Default Rate

8.0%

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.

Franchisee Contacts

69 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.

Name	Address	Phone	Email	SBA Loan
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active

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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

Non-Renewals

Reacquired

Ceased Ops

Transfers

Sold to Franchisees

Projected New

Frequently Asked Questions

The total initial investment to open a ZIPS DRY CLEANERS franchise ranges from $739,700 to $1,175,000. This includes a franchise fee of $30,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.0% of gross sales.