About Pop-A-Lock Franchise
Pop-A-Lock is a franchise system providing commercial, residential, automotive, and security locksmith services, car door unlocking, vehicle locksmith services, and emergency roadside assistance.
Franchisees operate mobile service businesses dispatching trained technicians to serve both residential and commercial customers.
Services include key duplication, lock installation and repair, electronic access systems, CCTV installation, high security door hardware, rekeying, safe opening, and customized security solutions.
Pop-A-Lock Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$118K
Average Investment
$154K
Maximum Investment
$191K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $23,000 - $63,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 7% of Gross Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 1% of Gross Sales | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $117,565.95 – $190,610.95 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $118K–$191K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (7% of Gross Sales) and marketing fee (1% of Gross Sales) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $23,000 | $63,000 |
| Pop-A-Lock Tool Kits | $310.95 | $310.95 |
| Printed Materials | $1,500 | $2,640 |
| CDU (Technical) Training | $1,600 | $1,600 |
| Travel and Living Expenses While Training | $3,520 | $3,520 |
| Equipment - Communication | $600 | $600 |
| Equipment - Roadside Service | $600 | $600 |
| Locksmith Service Training | $2,140 | $2,140 |
| Locksmith Service Equipment | $16,995 | $34,000 |
| Equipment - Office (Computer System) | $3,000 | $3,000 |
| Online and Digital Display Advertisement | $3,900 | $9,600 |
| Initial Advertising (12 months) | $25,000 | $25,000 |
| Miscellaneous Opening Costs | $800 | $1,200 |
| Additional Funds (12 months) | $33,000 | $41,000 |
| Vehicle Identification | $1,600 | $2,400 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $11,500 |
| Audit Fee | $5,000 - $9,000 |
| Training Fee - Technical Trainee | $800 per technician |
| Training Fee - Locksmith Trainee | $2,140 per trainee |
| Interest on Delinquent Sums | 1% per annum or highest rate allowed by law, whichever is less |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Minimum 4 days Franchisee Training plus 5 days Pop-A-Lock Training Program |
| Classroom Training | 19 hours (Franchisee Training) plus 40 hours (Pop-A-Lock Training Program) |
| On-the-Job Training | 7 hours (Franchisee Training) |
| Training Location | Virtual or Lafayette, Louisiana (Franchisee Training); Lafayette, Louisiana (Pop-A-Lock Training Program) |
| Additional Training | Locksmith training approximately 10 days through approved locksmith school or independent trainer |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Territory Size | Defined by geographic ZIP code areas based on population using U.S. Census data |
| Description | You will be granted an exclusive right to have a location (the Franchise Area) within which to operate your Franchised Business. Continuation of territorial exclusivity is not dependent on achieving a certain sales volume, market penetration, or other contingency. However, if you do not comply with the market penetration quota, your franchise may be terminated. You maintain rights to your area even though the population increases. The franchisor cannot solicit or accept orders from consumers inside your territory. The franchisor does not allow relocation of the franchised business. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Conditions | Must be in good standing, must sign then-current form of Franchise Agreement which may contain materially different terms |
| Transfer Fee | $8,000 |
| Transfer Conditions | Upon franchisor's written consent; new franchisee must qualify and execute new Franchise Agreement; prior franchise owner must pay all sums due and execute release; franchisor has right of first refusal to match offer |
| Termination for Cause | Default under Franchise Agreement, bankruptcy, abandonment, and other grounds; 30 days to cure non-payment of fees, non-compliance with any provision; non-curable defaults include transfer without consent, bankruptcy, failure to commence or abandonment of operations, material misrepresentations, and conviction of crime |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | No competing business for 2 years within franchise area after termination or expiration, no use of trade secrets and proprietary information; during the franchise term, no involvement in any competing business |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | If you are an individual proprietor, you must directly supervise the Franchised Business on a full-time basis. If you are a corporation or business entity, you must designate a manager who will directly supervise the Franchised Business on a full-time basis. The manager need not have an ownership interest. Franchisees and managers must complete the training described in Article 3.01 of the Franchise Agreement. |
| Required Suppliers | Pop-A-Lock Tool Kits must be leased from the franchisor. Opening tools and employee uniforms must come from the franchisor. Locksmith training must come from the franchisor, a locksmith school, or an independent locksmith trainer approved by the franchisor. Locksmith tools, equipment, and supplies must come from approved suppliers. |
| Supply Restrictions | All equipment, advertising materials, and other materials must be purchased in accordance with specifications and standards prescribed in the Confidential Franchise Operations System Manual. All digital marketing must be as specified by the franchisor or from approved vendors. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | 0.09% of total revenue ($4,927 from required purchases or leases based on total revenue of $5,207,000) |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease or obligation. |
Pop-A-Lock Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$5.1M
Median Revenue
$5.1M
Revenue Range
$7K – $6.3M
Sample Size
416 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Pop-A-Lock Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordPop-A-Lock 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.
Pop-A-Lock System Growth
Total Units
380
Franchised
373
Company-Owned
7
Pop-A-Lock currently operates 373 franchised locations and 7 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 2 | 39 | 396 |
| 2023 | 0 | 12 | 384 |
| 2024 | 0 | 11 | 373 |
Transfers: 1 | Closures: 11
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, ND, NY, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$5.2M
Pop-A-Lock Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Pop-A-Lock franchise ranges from $117,565.95 to $190,610.95, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $23,000 - $63,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Pop-A-Lock charges a royalty fee of 7% of Gross Sales of gross sales, plus a 1% of Gross Sales contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Pop-A-Lock 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 Pop-A-Lock to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Pop-A-Lock franchise owners report average revenue of $5.1M and median revenue of $5.1M. This is based on a sample of 416 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Pop-A-Lock has been franchising since 1994. The FDD shows an investment range of $117,565.95-$190,610.95, a 7% of Gross Sales 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 $23,000 - $63,000 and the total investment ranges from $117,565.95 to $190,610.95 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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