About Garage Force Franchise
Garage Force is a garage flooring and concrete coating franchise that has been offering franchise opportunities since 2014.
The brand specializes in installing high performance polyurea and polyaspartic floor coatings for residential and commercial garages, as well as patios, basements, and other concrete surfaces.
The franchise fee ranges from $49,500 to $164,500 depending on territory size.
Garage Force Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$128K
Average Investment
$162K
Maximum Investment
$196K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $49,500 to $164,500 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5% of your Gross Revenues of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 1% of your Gross Revenues | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $127,900 – $195,600 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $128K–$196K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5% of your Gross Revenues) and marketing fee (1% of your Gross Revenues) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Fee | $49,500 | $49,500 |
| Initial Equipment Package | $60,000 | $60,000 |
| Initial Coating Products | $10,000 | $10,000 |
| Wages, Travel and Living Expenses for You and Your General Manager During Initial Training Program | $1,000 | $5,000 |
| Computer Hardware and Software | $600 | $5,000 |
| Office and Storage Space (3 Months) | $0 | $3,000 |
| Vehicle | $1,500 | $41,500 |
| Office Furniture, Supplies and Equipment | $0 | $2,500 |
| Insurance (3 Months) | $300 | $2,100 |
| Professional Services (Legal, Accounting, Payroll Services, etc.) | $900 | $1,900 |
| Opening Assistance and Travel Expenses | $0 | $2,500 |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $500 | $500 |
| Additional Funds (3 Months) | $3,600 | $12,100 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | 20% of then-current initial franchise fee |
| Renewal Fee | 20% of the Franchisor’s then-current Initial Fee |
| Technology Fee | Currently $500 Annually |
| Audit Fee | Estimated to range from $2,500 to $5,000 |
| Digital Marketing Fees | Currently, a total of $1,000 each month |
| Late Payment Fee | $250 |
| Collection Costs for Unpaid Fees | Amount the Franchisor incurs to collect unpaid Continuing Fees, Branding Fees or other payments |
| Interest Charges for Unpaid Fees | The lesser of 18% per annum or the maximum legal rate allowable in the state in which your Garage Force Business is located |
| Opening Assistance | Our representative’s travel expenses |
| Consulting Services | Currently $375 per day plus travel expenses |
| Additional Training | Currently $250 per day plus training expenses |
| Review of Unapproved Supplier | Estimated to range from $1,000 to $2,500 |
| Additional Territory Fee | $0.25 per person in the additional area(s) |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | minimum of five consecutive days |
| Classroom Training | Operating Garage Force Business: 6, Floor System Installation: 22 to 24, Marketing: 2 to 4, Public Relations: 1 to 2 |
| On-the-Job Training | Operating Garage Force Business: 2, Floor System Installation: 16, Marketing: 0, Public Relations: 0 |
| Training Location | La Crosse, WI or another location designated by the Franchisor |
| Additional Training | If you choose to have more than two people attend training or if more than five days of initial training is necessary, as determined by the Franchisor, you must pay the Franchisor a training fee of $250 per day per person. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Territory Size | approximately 200,000 individuals (population) |
| Description | A defined geographic area, described by a written description (e.g., zip codes or counties) and/or a map attached to the Franchise Agreement. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | New agreement with different terms |
| Renewal Fee | 25% of the Franchisor’s then-current Initial Fee |
| Renewal Conditions | Give 180 days notice, comply with all material terms and conditions, satisfy all monetary obligations, make reasonable capital expenditures, complete required training, and execute the then-current standard Franchise Agreement. |
| Transfer Fee | 20% of then-current initial franchise fee |
| Transfer Conditions | Comply with Franchisor’s right of first refusal, provide at least 90 days prior written notice, pay all money owed, complete written agreement for post-term obligations, transferee not involved in competing business, transferee meets standards for new franchisees, transferee signs then-current Franchise Agreement and personal guaranty, and transferee and general manager complete training. |
| Termination for Cause | Failure to open within six months, violation of material provisions (including fee payment), conviction of felony or law violation, failure to conform to Business System standards, failure to pay uncontested obligations, insolvency, assignment for benefit of creditors, dishonored checks, failure to acquire initial equipment, abandonment, materially impairing goodwill, or failure to file/pay taxes. Cure periods are generally 30 days, or 15 days for fee payment defaults. Immediate termination for certain incurable defaults. |
| Non-Compete Period | 18 months |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term of the franchise, you may not participate in any competing business. After termination or expiration, you may not participate in any competitive business within the Franchised Territory or within 50 miles of it, or any other Garage Force® business's exclusive area, for a period of 18 months. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | No |
| Participation Details | Although not required, the Franchisor strongly recommends that you (if an individual) actively participate in the operation of the Franchised Business, either as the General Manager or in another capacity. The business must be managed by a General Manager who has completed the Franchisor’s training program. |
| Required Suppliers | The Franchisor is currently the only designated supplier for most of the equipment, supplies and materials required for your Garage Force Business. |
| Supply Restrictions | You are not permitted to substitute any new supplier or any other designated supplier, or to request or require that the Franchisor appoint any new supplier as a designated supplier, without the Franchisor’s prior written consent. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | During 2021, the Franchisor received payments totaling $6,656,846 from franchisees purchasing the Initial Equipment Package for their Garage Force Businesses as well as other products and supplies that franchisees must purchase from the Franchisor. These revenues were 74.8% of the Franchisor’s total revenues of $8,895,658 for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2021. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer any direct or indirect financing, nor do we guarantee your obligations. |
Garage Force Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$443K
Median Revenue
$424K
Revenue Range
$283K – $636K
Sample Size
21 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Garage Force Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordGarage Force 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.
Garage Force System Growth
Total Units
134
Franchised
133
Company-Owned
1
Garage Force currently operates 133 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 14 | 11 | 59 |
| 2020 | 23 | 2 | 80 |
| 2021 | 53 | 0 | 133 |
Transfers: 7 | Closures: 13
State Registrations
Registered in 13 states: California, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$8.9M
Net Income
$986K
Total Assets
$3.4M
Audited by Pitzl & Pitzl, PA for year ending December 31.
Garage Force Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Garage Force franchise ranges from $127,900 to $195,600, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $49,500 to $164,500. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Garage Force charges a royalty fee of 5% of your Gross Revenues of gross sales, plus a 1% of your Gross Revenues contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Garage Force 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 Garage Force to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Garage Force franchise owners report average revenue of $443K and median revenue of $424K. This is based on a sample of 21 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Garage Force has been franchising since 2014. The FDD shows an investment range of $127,900-$195,600, a 5% of your Gross Revenues 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 $49,500 to $164,500 and the total investment ranges from $127,900 to $195,600 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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