About HouseMaster Franchise
HouseMaster is a home inspection franchise with a long history of providing professional property inspections for residential real estate buyers and sellers.
The brand delivers comprehensive home inspection reports that help clients make informed purchasing decisions by identifying potential issues with a property's structure, systems, and components.
The initial franchise fee is $1,000, making it one of the most affordable entry points in the home inspection franchise market.
HouseMaster Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$61K
Average Investment
$84K
Maximum Investment
$108K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $1,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | N/A | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Not to exceed 2% of Gross Sales. | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $61,100 – $107,650 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $61K–$108K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee 1/ | $42,500 | $42,500 |
| Training Expenses 2/ | $500 | $3,000 |
| Licensing Compliance Costs 3/ | $0 | $15,000 |
| Marketing Materials and Supplies 4/ | $3,000 | $6,000 |
| Office Equipment, Furniture 5/ | $0 | $2,000 |
| Computer System 6/ | $150 | $4,850 |
| Rent 7/ | $0 | $750 |
| Prepaid Expenses 8/ | $250 | $750 |
| General Liability Insurance 9/ | $500 | $2,500 |
| Errors & Omissions Insurance 10/ | $3,500 | $6,500 |
| Professional Fees 11/ | $0 | $1,000 |
| Reunion Travel Expenses | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Vehicle & Vehicle Branding 12/ (12) | $2,700 | $5,800 |
| Grand Opening Promotion Expense 13/ | $1,000 | $3,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | 7 ½% of first $125,000 in Gross Sales per year, 7% on $125,001 - $250,000, 6½% o |
| Renewal Fee | $2,500 |
| Technology Fee | $75 |
| License Fee1, 2, 3 | $125,000 |
| MAP Fee1, 2 | $125,000 |
| Local Marketing Groups1, 2, 3 | Not to exceed 2% of Gross Sales. |
| Key Accounts/ Management Fee6 | Up to 5% of total Gross Sales related to Key Account work, including Gross Sales |
| Annual Convention (“Reunion”) Fees1 | $1,000 |
| Late Fees1 | $10 |
| Dishonored Check of ACH Draft1 | $25 |
| Interest1 | 12% on unpaid balances |
| Internet Training Fee | $0 |
| (NIBI Distance Learning Program) | $50 |
| NIBI Technical Training Materials Fee | $350 |
| CommercialPro Training | $750 |
| Additional Training Fees | $0 |
| Insurance Fine | $5,000 |
| Amendment Fee1 | $250 |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | exclusive |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | Your Franchise Agreement can be renewed for one additional 10-year term by executing the then-current form of franchise agreement and meeting the other requirements for renewal; if you continue to ope |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Does not offer financing. |
HouseMaster Franchise Earnings — Item 19
HouseMaster 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.
HouseMaster 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.
HouseMaster Litigation & Risk Flags
1 Pending Action ListedReview the full FDD for details on pending litigation.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
HouseMaster System Growth
Total Units
5
Franchised
5
Company-Owned
0
HouseMaster currently operates 5 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 265 | ||
| 2018 | 6 | ||
| 2018 | 271 | ||
| 2019 | 272 | ||
| 2019 | 6 | ||
| 2019 | 278 | ||
| 2020 | 277 | ||
| 2020 | 6 | ||
| 2020 | 283 |
HouseMaster Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a HouseMaster franchise ranges from $61,100 to $107,650, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $1,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
HouseMaster charges a royalty fee of N/A of gross sales, plus a Not to exceed 2%
of Gross Sales. contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the HouseMaster 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 HouseMaster to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
HouseMaster 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.
HouseMaster has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $61,100-$107,650, a N/A royalty, and no Item 19 earnings disclosure. There are 1 pending litigation action(s). Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $1,000 and the total investment ranges from $61,100 to $107,650 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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