About Lice Lifters Franchise
Lice Lifters is a specialty health services franchise focused on professional lice detection, removal, and treatment.
Each location operates as a dedicated lice treatment center, providing fast and effective services along with branded products designed to eliminate lice and prevent reinfestation for families dealing with this common concern.
The franchise fee is $35,000, and Lice Lifters has been franchising since 2011.
Lice Lifters Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$68K
Average Investment
$74K
Maximum Investment
$80K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $35,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 7% of monthly Gross Revenue of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Up to 2% of Gross Revenue (Regional Advertising and Promotional Cooperative) and Minimum of $1,500 per month (Local Advertising) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $68,087 – $80,384 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $68K–$80K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (7% of monthly Gross Revenue) and marketing fee (Up to 2% of Gross Revenue (Regional Advertising and Promotional Cooperative) and Minimum of $1,500 per month (Local Advertising)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial franchise fee | $35,000 | $35,000 |
| Initial Rent Outlays | $3,000 | $4,500 |
| Leasehold Improvements (including Fixtures and Furnishings) | $3,000 | $4,500 |
| Signage | $700 | $900 |
| Supplies | $800 | $1,200 |
| Training Expenses | $500 | $1,000 |
| Opening Inventory | $5,087 | $5,087 |
| Computer/Software and Phone Systems | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Prepaid Insurance Premiums | $250 | $300 |
| Utility Costs & Deposits | $500 | $800 |
| Permits & Licenses | $750 | $1,800 |
| Advertising | $4,500 | $4,500 |
| Miscellaneous Opening Expenses | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Additional Funds for 3 months | $10,000 | $13,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $15,000 |
| Renewal Fee | 50% of then-current initial franchise fee |
| Audit Fee | Cost of inspection or audit plus interest |
| On-Site Assistance | Our out-of-pocket costs |
| Training Fee | $750 for each additional trainee. All travel and other related expenses incurred by all trainees. |
| Inventory Purchases | Cost of goods purchased |
| Interest | 18% interest on overdue payments |
| Late Fee | 10% of the amount due plus interest |
| Indemnification | Cost of liability |
| Collection Costs and Attorney’s Fees | Cost of collection and attorney’s fees |
| Supplier Approval | Cost of inspection and evaluation ($100-$5,000) |
| Liquidated Damages for Termination | $1000 per day; $500 per day; and/or average monthly royalty fee for 12 months |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Approximately three days of classroom training and at least two days of on-the-job training. |
| Classroom Training | 21.5 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 17 hours |
| Training Location | Spartanburg, South Carolina or Bucls/Montgomery County, Pennsylvania or Palm Beach County, Florida |
| Additional Training | Franchisee, manager, and other employees must attend additional courses, seminars, and other training programs as reasonably required by Franchisor, at their expense. A training fee of $750 per person is charged for additional employees beyond the initial four. Franchisor may charge a conference fee or proportionate share of out-of-pocket costs for regional/national conferences (not currently conducted but may be in future). |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Territory Size | Geographic area containing between 500,000 and 700,000 people |
| Description | The territory will consist of a geographic area containing between 500,000 and 700,000 people, defined either as a single county or a group of contiguous zip codes. The size of the territory could vary depending on the population density of the area surrounding the Approved Location. Continued territorial exclusivity is not contingent on achieving any designated sales volume. The franchisor retains rights to operate/license outside the territory, sell/solicit within the territory, operate similar businesses under different marks, and sell products/services through other channels (retail, wholesale, internet, etc.) within and outside the territory. Franchisee is not restricted from soliciting/accepting orders outside their Territory. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | Five (5) years |
| Renewal Term | Up to three (3) additional five (5) year terms |
| Renewal Fee | 50% of then-current initial franchise fee |
| Renewal Conditions | Good standing, timely advance notice (6-12 months), payment of renewal fee, sign new franchise agreement (terms may differ materially), current in payments, sign general release, modernize Treatment Center to meet current standards, meet training standards, demonstrate positive course of action, and have right to possession of premises for renewal term. |
| Transfer Fee | $15,000 |
| Transfer Conditions | Timely written notification (30 days), franchisor's prior written consent (not unreasonably withheld), all monetary and other obligations satisfied, not in default, transferor executes general release, transferee meets franchisor's qualifications (educational, managerial, business standards, moral character, credit rating, aptitude, financial resources, not in competition), transferee completes required training, franchisor approves transfer agreement terms, and franchisee pays transfer fee. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor has the right to terminate with cause, including automatic termination for insolvency/bankruptcy, and immediate termination without opportunity to cure for various defaults (e.g., failure to open on time, abandonment, felony conviction, health/safety danger, unauthorized transfer, failure to comply with non-compete, disclosure of confidential info, false reporting, trademark misuse, repeated defaults, drugs/alcohol on premises). Curable defaults (e.g., non-compliance, non-payment, non-submission of reports, failure to maintain standards) have a 30-day (or shorter for monetary/reporting defaults) cure period. |
| Non-Compete Period | During the term of the franchise agreement and for two (2) years after termination or expiration. |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term of the franchise agreement, franchisee may not own, operate, engage in, be employed by, provide assistance to, or have any interest in any other lice removal business or other business offering similar products/services (where such sales are 25% or more of gross revenue). This excludes the franchised business itself. For two (2) years after termination/expiration, franchisee may not engage in such activities within their Territory, or within twenty-five (25) miles of the Approved Location, or within twenty-five (25) miles of any Lice Lifters® business operating under the System and the Proprietary Marks. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The franchisee (or a principal if a legal entity) or a fully-trained manager must devote full time, energy, and best efforts to the management and operation of the Treatment Center. This individual must take an active role and be on premises during peak hours. Two people (Lice Technicians) must be in the Treatment Center between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with the owner potentially counting as one. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisees must purchase Lice Lifters™ Branded Products solely from the franchisor or its affiliate. Other products, materials, supplies, paper goods, cleaning products, fixtures, furnishings, equipment, and signs must conform to franchisor standards and be purchased from designated or approved suppliers. The franchisor retains the right to require purchase of any or all approved products, equipment, and merchandise solely from them or their affiliate. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisees must maintain sufficient supply of and use only products acquired from franchisor or designated/approved suppliers that conform to standards. They must sell only approved products/services, sell all specified types, and refrain from deviations without consent. They must discontinue selling disapproved products/services. All products sold must meet current standards. Except for Lice Lifters™ Branded Products (which must be purchased from franchisor/affiliate), if a franchisee desires to purchase from a non-approved supplier, they must submit a written request for approval with evidence of conformity to specifications. The franchisor has the right to inspect supplier facilities and test samples, with typical expense to franchisee of $100 to $1,000. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | During the last fiscal year, total revenues were $259,767, of which $0 was derived from required purchases from franchisees. The affiliate, Lice Lifters LLC, derived $292,959 in revenue from required purchases from franchisees. Officers are owners of Lice Lifters LLC and Lice Lifters Distribution LLC, both of which supply franchisees. Approximately 80-85% of total goods and services needed to establish and operate the Franchised Business are required to be purchased or leased from the franchisor or designated suppliers. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | Yes |
| Description | The franchisor offers the option to pay the Initial Franchise Fee in two installments. The first installment of $17,500 is due at signing, and the second $17,500 is due by the earlier of 30 days after signing or the business opening. No interest is charged if paid on time, no prepay penalty, and no security or collateral is required. The franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing, guarantee notes, leases, or obligations, or receive fees from financing sources. |
Lice Lifters Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Lice Lifters 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.
Lice Lifters 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.
Lice Lifters Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordLice Lifters 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.
Lice Lifters System Growth
Total Units
6
Franchised
4
Company-Owned
2
Lice Lifters currently operates 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 0 | 3 | 6 |
| 2022 | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| 2023 | 3 | 1 | 6 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 7
State Registrations
Registered in 18 states: CA, FL, HI, IL, IN, KY, MD, MI, MN, NE, NY, ND, RI, SD, TX, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$91K
Net Income
$46K
Total Assets
$93K
Audited by Divine, Blalock, Martin & Sellari, LLC for year ending December 31.
Lice Lifters Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Lice Lifters franchise ranges from $68,087 to $80,384, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $35,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Lice Lifters charges a royalty fee of 7% of monthly Gross Revenue of gross sales, plus a Up to 2% of Gross Revenue (Regional Advertising and Promotional Cooperative) and Minimum of $1,500 per month (Local Advertising) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Lice Lifters 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 Lice Lifters to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Lice Lifters 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.
Lice Lifters has been franchising since 2011. The FDD shows an investment range of $68,087-$80,384, a 7% of monthly Gross Revenue royalty, and no 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 and the total investment ranges from $68,087 to $80,384 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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