About Missquito® Franchise
Missquito is a pest control franchise specializing in mosquito and outdoor pest management services.
The brand operates under Rollins, Inc., one of the largest pest control companies in the world.
Since launching its franchise program in 2022, Missquito has been building a network of local operators who help homeowners and businesses reclaim their outdoor spaces from mosquitoes, ticks, and other biting insects.
Missquito® Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$63K
Average Investment
$175K
Maximum Investment
$287K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $49,500 to $200,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 10% of Monthly Total Net Revenues of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Currently, 0% of Monthly Total Net Revenues, but may be up to 3% | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $62,900 – $286,700 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $63K–$287K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (10% of Monthly Total Net Revenues) and marketing fee (Currently, 0% of Monthly Total Net Revenues, but may be up to 3%) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $49,500 | $200,000 |
| Customer Contracts | $0 | $0 |
| Real Estate | $0 | $0 |
| Equipment and Opening Inventory | $3,000 | $6,000 |
| Vehicle(s) | $0 | $35,000 |
| Storefront Signage | $0 | $5,000 |
| Computer Equipment and Software | $1,100 | $2,700 |
| Business Licenses | $100 | $1,500 |
| Initial Training | $1,500 | $4,500 |
| Prepaid Insurance | $3,000 | $24,000 |
| Utility Deposits | $200 | $1,000 |
| Miscellaneous Opening Costs | $1,500 | $2,500 |
| Additional Expenses (Three Months) | $3,000 | $4,500 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | 15% of the then-current cumulative Initial Franchise Fee for the Territory. No charge if you transfer your franchise to a corporation, limited liability company or other entity which you control. |
| Renewal Fee | 20% of the then-current cumulative Initial Franchise Fee for the Territory |
| Audit Fee | Cost of audit |
| Additional Assistance | $300 to $1,500 per day per person plus expenses at our discretion |
| Local Advertising Obligation | 2% or 3% of the prior Calendar Year’s Annual Net Revenue depending on if you increased your Annual Net Revenue by 5% over the prior Calendar Year |
| Taxes | Our cost |
| Interest | 1.5% per month or maximum legal interest rate |
| EFT NSF Fee | Our out-of-pocket costs and an administrative fee |
| Approval of Alternative Products, Services | The greater of $2,500 or our reasonable costs incurred in evaluating the product and/or services |
| Additional Training | Currently, up to $1,500 per trainee per day |
| On-Site Training and Assistance | A reasonable fee, currently, $50 per hour per trainer plus trainers' travel and living expenses |
| Remote Training and Assistance | A reasonable fee, currently, $50 per hour per trainer |
| Training Cancellation Fee | Our out-of-pocket costs |
| Rent | Will vary based on location and other factors; we estimate rent will range from $700 to $3,000 per month. |
| Indemnification | Our cost |
| Attorney's Fees | Our cost |
| Conference/Program Fee | A reasonable fee, which will vary by program |
| De-identification Fee | Our actual costs, plus interest and an administrative fee equal to 15% of our actual costs |
| Credit Card Fees | Transaction fees estimated to be from 2.5% to 5.0% of transaction amounts. Other fees may apply depending on the vendor used for credit card processing. |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 5 days |
| Classroom Training | 24 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 16 hours |
| Training Location | Atlanta, Georgia headquarters or another location we designate |
| Additional Training | Additional training programs may be offered periodically, which may be mandatory. The franchisor reserves the right to charge a fee for these programs to cover costs. Franchisees are responsible for their own travel, accommodation, meals, and employee wages/benefits for all training. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Non-exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Approximately 75,000 single-family household dwellings per Unit |
| Description | You will receive a territory in a designated area, typically delineated by zip codes, consisting of a certain number of Household Units (e.g., 50,000 to 99,999 households for 1 unit, up to 375,000+ for 5+ units). You will operate from one or more locations within this territory. The territory is non-exclusive, meaning the franchisor or its affiliates may operate company-owned branches or grant franchises for similar or competitive businesses under a different trademark within your territory. They may also sell goods and products via the internet or mail within your territory. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 7 years |
| Renewal Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Fee | 20% of the then-current cumulative Initial Franchise Fee for the Territory |
| Renewal Conditions | To renew, you must satisfy all obligations to Missquito, not be subject to litigation or governmental proceedings, complete any required retraining, sign a release of all claims against the franchisor, pay the renewal fee, and sign a new franchise agreement which may have materially different terms. The franchisor has an option to purchase your assets at the end of the term. |
| Transfer Fee | 15% of the then-current cumulative initial franchise fee for the Territory |
| Transfer Conditions | Transfers require franchisor consent, which will not be unreasonably withheld if certain conditions are met: all monetary obligations must be satisfied, franchisee and owners must execute a general release of claims, the transferee must meet managerial/business standards and financial capacity, execute a new franchise agreement (with the original expiration date), complete training, and meet minimum capitalization requirements. |
| Termination for Cause | The franchisor may terminate immediately for events such as felony conviction, disclosure of confidential information, failure to promptly transfer after death/incapacity, failure to comply with trademark/system covenants, insolvency/bankruptcy, cessation of business, material misrepresentation, failure to meet Average Minimum Growth Requirement, repeated defaults (3+ notices in 18 months), imminent public health/safety danger, or default on a promissory note. For other defaults, a 30-day cure period is provided. |
| Non-Compete Period | During the term of the franchise and for 2 years after termination or expiration |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term, neither the franchisee nor its owners/affiliates may divert business, have an interest in any mosquito control business (with exceptions for minor public equity ownership), or subcontract services without consent. For two years post-termination/expiration, they may not solicit customers from the franchised business or have an interest in a mosquito control business within the territory or a 30-mile radius (with exceptions for minor public equity ownership). |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | You, and at least one individual owning 30% or more of your Missquito Franchise, must devote full time, energy, and best efforts to the management and operation of the business and compliance with the Franchise Agreement. If the franchisee is an entity, the franchised business must be its only business unless otherwise approved by the franchisor. The Missquito Franchise must be directly supervised "on-premises" by you or a manager who has successfully completed the training program. |
| Required Suppliers | All Mosquito services products, vehicles, machinery, equipment, signs, uniforms, supplies and other products you purchase in order to operate your Missquito Franchise, including those listed on Exhibit E, must meet our Standards, which are detailed in the Manuals. You must obtain a license for PestPac software from WorkWave LLC or from any other vendor approved by us. |
| Supply Restrictions | The franchisor is free to modify any specifications or standards at its discretion. Missquito may in the future designate a Website or Social Media management vendor, with whom franchisees will be required to contract. The franchisor may also require franchisees to utilize services provided by Rollins’ Customer Care Center. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | During the fiscal year ending December 31, 2022, neither us nor any of our affiliates had any revenue from sales of equipment, supplies, or any other items to franchisees. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | Yes |
| Description | Rollins Acceptance Company, LLC (RAC) offers financing for prospective and current qualified franchisees. Initial financing can cover the Initial Franchise Fee, certain start-up costs, and customer contract payments, up to 85% of those costs over a five-year period, with a fixed annual interest rate (currently 7%) and a $250 loan fee. Equity loans are available for expansion or additional operating funds after 18 months of operation, covering up to 75% of the equity value of the franchise over a term of up to 60 months, with a fixed annual interest rate (currently 8%) and a $250 loan fee. Refinancing of existing loans is also available under similar criteria. RAC may purchase customer installment obligations at a discount with a merchant fee if the customer meets credit standards. RAC does not guarantee franchisee notes, leases, or other obligations. |
Missquito® Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Missquito® 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.
Missquito® 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.
Missquito® Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordMissquito® 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.
Missquito® System Growth
Total Units
1
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
1
Missquito® currently operates 0 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 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 20 states: CA, CT, FL, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NE, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$2695.8M
Net Income
$368.6M
Total Assets
$2122.0M
Audited by Grant Thornton LLP for year ending December 31.
Missquito® Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Missquito® franchise ranges from $62,900 to $286,700, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $49,500 to $200,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Missquito® charges a royalty fee of 10% of Monthly Total Net Revenues of gross sales, plus a Currently, 0% of Monthly Total Net Revenues, but may be up to 3% contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Missquito® 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 Missquito® to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Missquito® 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.
Missquito® has been franchising since 2022. The FDD shows an investment range of $62,900-$286,700, a 10% of Monthly Total Net Revenues 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 $49,500 to $200,000 and the total investment ranges from $62,900 to $286,700 depending on location size and market. A minimum of $3,000 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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