About Pest Authority Franchise
Pest Authority is a franchise system offering residential and commercial pest elimination and control services.
Franchisees provide outdoor and indoor pest control using repetitive application pest elimination systems, targeting pests including ants, centipedes, millipedes, cockroaches, crickets, earwigs, ground beetles, pill bugs, rats, mice, spiders, sowbugs, silverfish, fleas, wasps, certain bees, moths, carpet beetles, and pantry pests.
The franchise specifically excludes mosquito, fly, and tick control services, which are offered through the sister brand Mosquito Authority.
Pest Authority Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$41K
Average Investment
$73K
Maximum Investment
$106K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $12,500 - $25,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 10% of Gross Revenues of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Currently none; if implemented, up to 3% of Gross Revenues with minimum monthly fee of $150-$200 | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $40,500 – $105,700 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $41K–$106K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (10% of Gross Revenues) and marketing fee (Currently none; if implemented, up to 3% of Gross Revenues with minimum monthly fee of $150-$200) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $12,500 | $25,000 |
| Pre-Opening Marketing Package & First Year Spend | $15,000 | $25,000 |
| Expenses During Initial Training | $1,000 | $1,500 |
| Computer Hardware and Technology Fees | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Opening Inventory | $1,500 | $3,000 |
| Storage Facility for Inventory and Equipment | $0 | $200 |
| Vehicle | $0 | $30,000 |
| Customer Service Vehicle Outfitting Package | $4,000 | $5,000 |
| Insurance (annual premium) | $2,500 | $4,000 |
| Additional Funds for First Three Months of Operation | $3,000 | $10,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $7,500 (no existing relationship) or $2,500 (existing relationship) |
| Renewal Fee | $3,500 |
| Technology Fee | $100 - $1,200 per month based on prior 12-month Gross Revenue tiers |
| Audit Fee | Cost of audit plus 1.5% per month for underreporting if audit reveals underreporting exceeding 2% |
| Local Website and Digital Footprint | $250 per month |
| Late Fees | $100 per late payment |
| Additional Assistance | $750 - $1,250 per day plus travel expenses |
| Training/Seminars/Conventions | $500 - $5,000 plus materials (~$50) |
| Minimum Individual Local Advertising Expense | Greater of $5,500 or 5% of Gross Sales annually |
| Call Center | $250 setup fee, $250/month after first year, $17-$25 per sale customer acquisition fee |
| Credit Card Processing Fees | $35 one-time setup, $60 annual compliance, $28.55/month account fees, 2.4%-2.9% per transaction |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 2 to 3 business days |
| Classroom Training | 15 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 4 hours |
| Training Location | Online via the Internet or at corporate headquarters in Hickory, North Carolina, or on-site at a client's premises |
| Additional Training | Franchisee may be required to spend up to 5 days at an established franchise territory at own expense. Ongoing workshops, seminars, conferences may be mandatory. Annual conference may be mandatory. Additional on-site assistance available at $750-$1,250 per day plus expenses. Replacement Designated Business Manager must complete training within 90 days. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected (conditional) |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Full-Size Franchise: minimum 35,000 single-family dwellings above $75,000 median income; Hometown Franchise: smaller community, no specific minimum |
| Description | Franchisee receives a geographic territory based on demographics including population density, median income, natural boundaries, and competition. Franchisor will not operate or authorize another full-service Pest Authority Business using the Marks within the territory during the franchise term, provided franchisee is in full compliance. However, franchisor reserves rights to operate outside territory, sell through Internet and alternate channels within territory, franchise Mosquito Authority businesses, and acquire competing businesses. Franchisee may not sell outside territory without written permission. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 5 years (successive terms available) |
| Renewal Fee | $3,500 Successor Franchise Fee |
| Renewal Conditions | Sign then-current franchise agreement, be current in all payments, sign general release, pay successor franchise fee, no material breaches, provide 6-9 months written notice before expiration, upgrade business to current standards, provide proof of licenses/insurance/permits |
| Transfer Fee | $7,500 (no existing relationship with franchisor) or $2,500 (existing relationship) |
| Transfer Conditions | Franchisor approval required, transferee must meet current qualifications, transfer fee paid, purchase agreement approved by franchisor, training completed by transferee, general release signed by franchisee, transferee signs then-current franchise agreement |
| Termination for Cause | Immediate termination for: disclosure of confidential information, abandonment for 5+ days, insolvency/bankruptcy, material unsatisfied judgments, felony conviction, failure to pay within 10 days of notice, misuse of Marks, 2 defaults in 12 months, unauthorized transfer, repeated underreporting of revenue, unauthorized products/services. 30-day cure period for other defaults. |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years after termination or expiration |
| Non-Compete Details | During term: no involvement in any competing outdoor/indoor pest eradication or pest control business anywhere in the US. After termination: for 2 years, no competing business (i) in the Territory or (ii) within 25 miles of the Territory. No solicitation of business customers for 2 years. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | If franchisee is an individual, must directly supervise the business. If a business entity, a Designated Business Manager must provide direct on-site supervision. The Designated Business Manager is not required to own a beneficial interest but must be approved by franchisor, complete initial training, and abide by confidentiality and non-competition obligations. Management agreements delegating authority to third parties are not permitted. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisor is the only approved supplier for apparel, uniforms, forms, products, chemicals, and advertising materials. Franchisor-designated suppliers required for credit card processing (exclusive), call center/answering service (exclusive), computer hardware, Dispatch Plus software, and vehicle signage. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisees must purchase all required items per franchisor specifications from franchisor or approved suppliers only. Franchisor will not approve alternative suppliers for start-up materials, items bearing logo/Marks, credit card processing, call center, computer equipment, or vehicle signage. Approval for non-standard items may take up to 90 days. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | Franchisor markup on products ranges from 5% to 25%. In fiscal year 2021, franchisor had revenues of $2,966,286 from sales/leases to franchisees (29% of total revenues of $10,238,392). May receive up to 5% rebates from suppliers; collected $0 in rebates in 2021. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | Yes |
| Description | Franchisor may defer up to half of the initial franchise fee at its sole discretion. Deferred portion is payable over 36 months at 8% annual interest via a Promissory Note. Franchisee and guarantors must sign a Financing Amendment. No additional security required. Franchisor does not finance any other part of the initial investment. |
Pest Authority Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Pest Authority 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.
Pest Authority 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.
Pest Authority Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordPest Authority 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.
Pest Authority System Growth
Total Units
183
Franchised
183
Company-Owned
0
Pest Authority currently operates 183 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 27 | 0 | 81 |
| 2020 | 36 | 0 | 117 |
| 2021 | 72 | 6 | 183 |
Transfers: 2 | Closures: 6
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$2.6M
Net Income
$323K
Total Assets
$30.5M
Audited by GreerWalker LLP for year ending December 31.
Pest Authority Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Pest Authority franchise ranges from $40,500 to $105,700, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $12,500 - $25,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Pest Authority charges a royalty fee of 10% of Gross Revenues of gross sales, plus a Currently none; if implemented, up to 3% of Gross Revenues with minimum monthly fee of $150-$200 contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Pest Authority 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 Pest Authority to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Pest Authority 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.
Pest Authority has been franchising since 2020. The FDD shows an investment range of $40,500-$105,700, a 10% of Gross 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 $12,500 - $25,000 and the total investment ranges from $40,500 to $105,700 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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