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How Much Does a Bath Fitter Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Bath Fitter franchise costs between $225,500 and $515,500 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $40,000.

$225,500

Minimum Investment

$515,500

Maximum Investment

$40,000

Franchise Fee

$40,000 – $80,000

Fee Range

Bath Fitter Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $40,000

Fee Range $40,000 – $80,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $40,000 – $80,000

Bath Fitter Total Investment Breakdown

Here is the itemized breakdown of costs to open a Bath Fitter franchise, as reported in the 2025 FDD Item 7 (Estimated Initial Investment).

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $40,000 – $80,000

Franchise Fee Lump Sum · On signing Franchise Agreement $40,000 – $80,000

Real Estate $72,000 – $236,500

Leasehold Improvements Before Opening Your Store $50,000 – $150,000

Rent Lump Sum · On Signing the Lease $20,000 – $82,500

Utility Deposits Lump Sum · On Signing the Lease $2,000 – $4,000

Equipment & Assets $50,000 – $60,000

Equipment and Vehicles Before Opening Your Store $50,000 – $60,000

Training $14,000 – $25,000

Initial Training and Travel Expenses for Training Before Opening $14,000 – $25,000

Working Capital & Reserves $30,000 – $50,000

Additional Funds (3 months) During the first 3 months of Operations $30,000 – $50,000

Other Costs $19,500 – $64,000

Grand Opening Marketing During the First 60 days of operation $15,000 – $50,000

Permits and Licenses Before Opening $500 – $5,000

Professional Fees Before Opening $1,500 – $5,000

Insurance Lump Sum · Before Opening $2,500 – $4,000

Total Estimated Investment $225,500 – $515,500

How Does Bath Fitter Compare to Other Construction & Home Improvement Franchises?

Bath Fitter's minimum investment of $225,500 is above the Construction & Home Improvement industry median. The median minimum investment for Construction & Home Improvement franchises is $124,250.

$225,500

Bath Fitter Min

$124,250

Construction & Home Improvement Median Min

$515,500

Bath Fitter Max

$213,150

Construction & Home Improvement Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Bath Fitter?

The total startup cost for a Bath Fitter franchise ranges from $225,500 to $515,500, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Real Estate at $72,000 to $236,500.

How much is the Bath Fitter franchise fee?

The Bath Fitter franchise fee is $40,000, with a range of $40,000 to $80,000 depending on the agreement, as disclosed in the 2025 FDD. This is a one-time upfront fee paid to the franchisor and is separate from the total initial investment.

Is Bath Fitter a good investment?

Bath Fitter requires a total franchise investment of $225,500 to $515,500 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 100/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Bath Fitter franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Bath Fitter franchise owner make?

Bath Fitter's 2025 FDD does not include Item 19 financial performance data, so franchise owner earnings figures are not publicly available from this source.