About CRS Franchise
CRS is a professional restoration franchise specializing in the recovery of personal property and belongings damaged by floods, fires, and other disasters.
The business focuses on packing, cleaning, and storing clients' possessions while structural repairs are completed, using advanced technology to digitally document contents for insurance purposes.
The franchise fee is $55,000, and the company has been franchising since 2022.
CRS Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$150K
Average Investment
$266K
Maximum Investment
$383K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $55,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 7% of Gross Revenue (minimum $1,000 per month) of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Brand Fund Contribution: Up to 3% of Gross Revenue (currently 1% of Gross Revenue); Local Advertising Expenditure: Up to 4% of Gross Revenue (currently 1% of Gross Revenue) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $150,100 – $382,700 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $150K–$383K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (7% of Gross Revenue (minimum $1,000 per month)) and marketing fee (Brand Fund Contribution: Up to 3% of Gross Revenue (currently 1% of Gross Revenue); Local Advertising Expenditure: Up to 4% of Gross Revenue (currently 1% of Gross Revenue)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $55,000 | $55,000 |
| Grand Opening Marketing | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Rent (1 month rent, plus security deposit) | $6,000 | $46,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $10,000 | $70,000 |
| Office Supplies | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Signage | $1,000 | $10,000 |
| Utility Security Deposits | $200 | $4,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment | $10,000 | $70,000 |
| Business Management and Technology System and Technology Fee (3 months) | $3,700 | $6,700 |
| Travel Expense for Initial Training | $2,000 | $4,000 |
| Vehicle | $6,500 | $13,000 |
| Inventory and Supplies | $2,000 | $10,000 |
| Insurance | $10,000 | $15,000 |
| Professional fees | $1,500 | $3,000 |
| Permits and Licenses | $200 | $1,000 |
| Additional Funds (3 months) | $40,000 | $70,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $10,000 plus any broker fees, referral fees and/or other out-of-pocket costs we incur and which are payable by You. |
| Technology Fee | $400 per month |
| Audit Fee | Our actual cost (if you fail to submit required reports or under-report gross sales by more than 3%) |
| Review/Consulting Fee | 3% of Gross Revenue |
| Replacement / Additional Training fee | Currently, $250 per day |
| Third party vendors | Pass-through of costs, plus administrative charge. Currently, none. |
| Non-compliance fee | $500 (Thereafter, $250 per week until corrected) |
| Reimbursement | Amount that we spend on your behalf, plus 10% |
| Late fee | $100 plus interest on the unpaid amount at a rate equal to 18% per year (or, if such payment exceeds the maximum allowed by law, then interest at the highest rate allowed by law) |
| Insufficient funds fee | $30 (or, if such amount exceeds the maximum allowed by law, then the maximum allowed by law) |
| Costs of collection | Our actual costs |
| Special support fee | Currently, $600 per day, plus our expenses |
| Customer complaint resolution | Our expenses |
| Special inspection fee | Currently $600, plus our out-of-pocket costs |
| Non-compliance cure costs and fee | Our out-of-pocket costs and internal cost allocation, plus 10% |
| Liquidated damages | An amount equal to royalty fees and marketing fund contributions for the lesser of (i) 2 years or (ii) the remaining weeks of the franchise term. |
| Indemnity | Our costs and losses from any legal action related to the operation of your franchise |
| Prevailing party’s legal costs | Our attorney fees, court costs, and other expenses of a legal proceeding, if we are the prevailing party |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 42 hours |
| Classroom Training | 26 Hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 16 Hours |
| Training Location | Our headquarters in Coraopolis, PA or Your Location |
| Additional Training | Franchisor may periodically conduct mandatory or optional training programs for required trainees or employees. Franchisees will pay a fee, currently $250 per day, for required additional training. Required trainees may also be required to participate in refresher or advanced training annually. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Territory Size | approximately 700,000 to 800,000 individuals |
| Description | You will have a protected Territory, meaning the franchisor will not operate or authorize others to operate a business under the Marks and System within your Territory, except as described. A typical Territory will consist of a population of approximately 700,000 to 800,000 individuals, defined by postal zip codes, but not smaller than 250,000 individuals. The franchisor retains rights to advertise, solicit employees, and operate other business activities outside the Territory, or under different marks within the Territory. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | two (2) additional terms of five (5) years each |
| Renewal Conditions | To renew, franchisee must provide written notice 6-12 months prior to expiration, execute a new franchise agreement (which may have materially different terms, including higher fees), execute a general release, refurbish the business to current standards, complete current training requirements, and secure the right to operate at the site for the renewal term. |
| Transfer Fee | $10,000 |
| Transfer Conditions | Transfers require franchisor's prior written consent, which will not be unreasonably withheld. Conditions include paying a $10,000 transfer fee (plus other costs), satisfying all monetary obligations, executing a general release, remaining liable for pre-transfer obligations, landlord agreement to transfer lease, transferee meeting qualifications, transferee completing training, transferee executing assignment and new franchise agreement, and modernizing the business. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor may terminate for curable defaults (e.g., failure to pay fees, non-compliance with laws/manual, abandonment) after notice and opportunity to cure (5-60 days depending on default). Non-curable defaults (e.g., insolvency/bankruptcy, materially false statements, violation of transfer provisions, felony conviction, misuse of Marks) may result in immediate termination without cure period. |
| Non-Compete Period | During the Term and for two (2) years after termination, expiration, or transfer |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term, franchisee and owners may not directly or indirectly own, manage, be employed by, advise, or have interest in any Competitive Business within a 25-mile radius of the Site or any other System franchisee's protected territory. For two years after termination, expiration, or transfer, this restriction extends to a 50-mile radius of the former Business or any other System franchisee's operating/developing business, and prohibits soliciting franchisor/affiliate/franchisee employees. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | You may hire a manager to assist or operate the Business, but you must be on-site at the location of the Business no less than part-time (20 hours per week). You must actively participate in the actual operation of the Business and devote as much time as reasonably necessary for its efficient operation. Full-time participation is recommended. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisor has the right to require that all equipment, technology, inventory, supplies, vehicles, signs, furnishings, fixtures, décor items, retail merchandise, payment systems, and other products and services meet specifications, be purchased from approved vendors, or be purchased from a single designated source. Specifically, if you choose to purchase the Sonic Cleaning System, you must purchase from the designated supplier. You are also required to purchase cleaning supplies and equipment from the franchisor's chosen supplier. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisor has the right to require that all equipment, technology, inventory, supplies, vehicles, signs, furnishings, fixtures, décor items, retail merchandise, payment systems, and other products and services meet specifications, be purchased from approved vendors, or be purchased from a single designated source. You must purchase supplies (e.g., boxes) in sizes and quantities in accordance with franchisor's written requirements. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | Neither the franchisor nor its affiliate earned any revenue from required franchisee purchases in the most recent fiscal year (2022). |
CRS Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$1.3M
Median Revenue
$1.3M
Revenue Range
$1.3M – $1.3M
Sample Size
1 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
CRS Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordCRS 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.
CRS System Growth
Total Units
3
Franchised
2
Company-Owned
1
CRS currently operates 2 franchised locations and 1 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 9 states: CA, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, VA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$610K
Net Income
$125K
Total Assets
$328K
CRS Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a CRS franchise ranges from $150,100 to $382,700, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $55,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
CRS charges a royalty fee of 7% of Gross Revenue (minimum $1,000 per month) of gross sales, plus a Brand Fund Contribution: Up to 3% of Gross Revenue (currently 1% of Gross Revenue); Local Advertising Expenditure: Up to 4% of Gross Revenue (currently 1% of Gross Revenue) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the CRS 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 CRS to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, CRS franchise owners report average revenue of $1.3M and median revenue of $1.3M. This is based on a sample of 1 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
CRS has been franchising since 2022. The FDD shows an investment range of $150,100-$382,700, a 7% of Gross Revenue (minimum $1,000 per month) 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 $55,000 and the total investment ranges from $150,100 to $382,700 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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