About Count Junkula Franchise
Count Junkula is a junk removal, hauling, and dumpster rental franchise serving both residential and commercial customers.
The brand offers direct junk removal services where crews handle loading and disposal, as well as dumpster rentals for customers who prefer to load materials themselves.
The franchise fee ranges from $35,000 to $50,000, and the brand has been franchising since 2020.
Count Junkula Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$93K
Average Investment
$121K
Maximum Investment
$148K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $35,000 - $50,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | Sliding scale: 8% of Gross Revenues (up to $500k), 7% (up to $1M), 6% (over $1M), with a minimum of $1,200/month after month 12. of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Local advertising: 8% of Gross Revenues/month for first 12 months, then 5% of Gross Revenues/month. Brand Fund: up to 2% of Gross Revenues (not currently established). Advertising Cooperative: up to 2% of monthly Gross Revenues (not currently established). | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $93,000 – $148,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $93K–$148K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (Sliding scale: 8% of Gross Revenues (up to $500k), 7% (up to $1M), 6% (over $1M), with a minimum of $1,200/month after month 12.) and marketing fee (Local advertising: 8% of Gross Revenues/month for first 12 months, then 5% of Gross Revenues/month. Brand Fund: up to 2% of Gross Revenues (not currently established). Advertising Cooperative: up to 2% of monthly Gross Revenues (not currently established).) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $35,000 | $50,000 |
| Construction, Leasehold Improvements, Furniture and Fixtures | $2,450 | $7,600 |
| Equipment | $6,000 | $9,000 |
| Signage (interior and exterior) | $1,000 | $5,400 |
| Computer, Hardware and Software | $1,600 | $2,800 |
| Rent Deposits | $1,000 | $3,800 |
| Utility Deposits | $200 | $1,000 |
| Insurance Deposits and Premiums | $900 | $3,000 |
| Pre-opening Travel Expense | $600 | $4,700 |
| Digital Launch Advertising | $15,000 | $15,000 |
| Professional Fees | $3,500 | $5,700 |
| Business Permits and Licenses | $500 | $5,000 |
| Printing, Stationery and Office Supplies | $450 | $600 |
| Additional funds – 3 Months | $24,800 | $34,400 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | 20% of then-current initial franchise fee (if not in network/trained); 10% of then-current initial franchise fee (if in network/trained). |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 |
| Technology Fee | Varies (reserved right to establish) |
| Audit Fee | Costs and expenses if underpayment is 2% or more; otherwise, franchisor pays. |
| National Account Fee | Varies, typically 1% to 20% of invoice amount |
| Website Fee | $250 per month |
| Email Address Fee | $6 per month per address |
| Centralized Services Fee | If implemented, initial 4% of Gross Revenues |
| Interest | 18% per month or highest rate allowed by law |
| Insufficient Funds | $50 per violation plus any fee charged for uncollected funds |
| Relocation Fee | Costs and expenses |
| New Supplier/Product Evaluation Fee | Cost and expenses |
| Additional Training | $300 per trainer per day plus out-of-pocket expenses and travel |
| Attorney’s Fees and Costs, and Arbitration | Depends on what is spent; loser pays winner’s fees and costs |
| Management Fee | 20% of Gross Revenues, plus costs and expenses (if franchisor operates due to death/disability) |
| Indemnification | Amount of any claim, liability or loss incurred by franchisor from franchisee's business |
| Post-Termination or Post-Expiration Expenses | Costs and expenses |
| Insurance Premium Reimbursement | Varies according to plan and provider |
| Refurbishing Reimbursement | Varies |
| Continued Operation After Expiration | Greater of $1,000 or 150% of royalties (weekly) |
| Enforcement Costs | Varies |
| Fines | Up to $10,000 per infraction |
| Convention | Varies |
| Third Party Supplier Charges | Your share of any charges billed to us on behalf of your business |
| Business Directory Listings | Actual out-of-pocket costs |
| Data Inspections and Reimbursement | Varies |
| Legal Fees | Varies |
| Quality Control Review Services | Costs and expenses |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Approximately 5 days of initial training, followed by 1-2 days of in-market support. |
| Classroom Training | 15 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 25 hours |
| Training Location | Raleigh, North Carolina area |
| Additional Training | Optional and mandatory additional training may be offered, subject to a fee ($300 per trainer per day plus expenses). |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Defined by zip codes, potentially natural boundaries. Tier 1: >= 400,000 people; Tier 2: < 400,000 people. |
| Description | Franchisees are granted a protected territory where the franchisor will not establish or license another mobile Count Junkula junk removal business, provided the franchisee is compliant. Territory size can be modified upon renewal or if the franchisee fails to add required Service Vehicles. Franchisees may face competition from other franchisees, company-owned outlets, or other distribution channels. Advertising and marketing are restricted to the territory, though operation in contiguous 'Gray Areas' may be permitted at the franchisor's discretion. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | One 5-year renewal term |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | Franchisee must be in good standing, provide timely notice, agree to the then-current franchise agreement terms (which may differ materially), make required business upgrades, secure a sufficient lease term for the office, provide evidence of Service Vehicle possession for the renewal term, sign a general release, and pay the renewal fee. |
| Transfer Fee | 20% of the then-current initial franchise fee (if transferee is not in network/trained); 10% of the then-current initial franchise fee (if transferee is in network/trained). |
| Transfer Conditions | Franchisor's consent is required and will not be unreasonably withheld if conditions are met. These include the transferee assuming obligations under the then-current franchise agreement, completing training, providing requested documents, refurbishing the business and Service Vehicles, demonstrating possession rights for the lease and vehicles, meeting franchisor's qualifications (credit, character, business experience), signing a general release, and paying the transfer fee. The franchisor also has a 45-day right of first refusal. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor can terminate for various causes, including automatic termination for bankruptcy/insolvency, or termination with notice (no cure opportunity) for abandonment, unauthorized transfer, criminal conduct, repeated defaults, material misrepresentation, false records, impairment of Marks, or loss of required licenses. Termination with opportunity to cure (15 days) for non-compliance with terms, failure to pay monies, health/safety hazards, misuse of System/Marks, failure to maintain good credit, default on vehicle agreements, unauthorized out-of-territory services, or failure to add required Service Vehicles. |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term, franchisee and owners cannot own, manage, engage in, be employed by, advise, make loans to, or have any interest in any Competitive Business (junk removal, hauling, dumpster rental services), offer/grant franchises for such, or solicit customers/employees. Post-term (2 years after termination/expiration/non-renewal), within a 25-mile radius of the former business or any other Count Junkula location, franchisee and owners cannot engage in, own, manage, operate, or have operational/management authority in any Competitive Business, or solicit employees/customers. Managerial staff must also sign similar non-compete agreements. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | No |
| Participation Details | While personal supervision is encouraged, it is not required. The business must be managed by an approved Operations Manager who completes training and signs confidentiality and non-competition agreements. All owners and their spouses must sign a personal guaranty and non-disclosure/non-competition agreement. Franchisees are solely responsible for hiring, training, and managing their employees, who are not considered agents or employees of the franchisor. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisee must purchase all goods, services, inventory, computer hardware/software, supplies, technology, and equipment from approved or designated vendors, which may include the franchisor or its affiliates. Specific items include Service Vehicles, signage kits, initial uniform packages (from franchisor/affiliate), website and digital marketing services, computer hardware/software, credit card processing services, and the proprietary Dashula CRM (exclusive from franchisor/affiliate). |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisor reserves the right to approve or revoke approval for any product, service, or supplier. Standards and specifications for all items can be modified. Franchisees cannot relocate business premises or park Service Vehicles off-site without prior written approval. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | Franchisor did not receive revenue from required purchases/leases in the last fiscal year. Franchisor and affiliates may receive revenue, rebates, fees, discounts, commissions, or other payments from suppliers or National Account customers in the future. Affiliates First Class Clean Corp (uniforms, branded items) and ATM USA (credit card processing) are approved suppliers and owned by franchisor officers. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Neither the franchisor nor its affiliates offer direct or indirect financing, nor do they guarantee any franchisee's lease, note, or other obligations. |
Count Junkula Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Count Junkula does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
Count Junkula does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
Count Junkula Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordCount Junkula has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Count Junkula System Growth
Total Units
2
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
2
Count Junkula currently operates 0 franchised locations and 2 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 19 states: CA, CT, HI, IL, IN, IA, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, OK, RI, SD, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$12K
Net Income
$-10,500
Total Assets
$11K
Audited by Bernard & Company, P.A. for year ending December 31.
Count Junkula Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Count Junkula franchise ranges from $93,000 to $148,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $35,000 - $50,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Count Junkula charges a royalty fee of Sliding scale: 8% of Gross Revenues (up to $500k), 7% (up to $1M), 6% (over $1M), with a minimum of $1,200/month after month 12. of gross sales, plus a Local advertising: 8% of Gross Revenues/month for first 12 months, then 5% of Gross Revenues/month. Brand Fund: up to 2% of Gross Revenues (not currently established). Advertising Cooperative: up to 2% of monthly Gross Revenues (not currently established). contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Count Junkula Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Count Junkula to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Count Junkula does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
Count Junkula has been franchising since 2020. The FDD shows an investment range of $93,000-$148,000, a Sliding scale: 8% of Gross Revenues (up to $500k), 7% (up to $1M), 6% (over $1M), with a minimum of $1,200/month after month 12. royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $35,000 - $50,000 and the total investment ranges from $93,000 to $148,000 depending on location size and market. A minimum of $24,800 in liquid capital is required. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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