Bath Tune-Up®
What Is Bath Tune-Up?
Bath Tune-Up is a franchise in the Construction & Home Improvement category that provides comprehensive bathroom remodeling and updating services. It serves both residential and commercial customers. The core service bundle includes complete bathroom overhauls and targeted updates such as tub/shower conversions, fixture installations, and vanity replacements.
Bath Tune-Up Franchise: Pros and Cons
With a $19,950 entry fee roughly half the industry standard, this franchise offers strong capital efficiency, but the franchisor operates zero company-owned locations, meaning their operational knowledge comes entirely from franchisees rather than firsthand experience.
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Sales / Revenue
The 2026 FDD appears to include Item 19 financial performance information, but ZeeReport is not showing a number for this report.
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The available metric did not appear to be location sales or revenue.
Important limitations
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Lawsuits & Legal Risk
Bath Tune-Up filed a lawsuit in December 2025 against a former franchisee to recover amounts due under the franchise agreement. Prospective franchisees should review the financial obligations and default provisions in the franchise agreement to understand the consequences of non-payment.
Territory Protection
Bath Tune-Up grants a protected territory defined by ZIP codes with approximately 41,000 households. The franchisor retains the right to sell via e-commerce/alternative channels and to develop additional units in the surrounding market, as the franchisee has no right of first refusal. Territory rights are contingent on meeting performance quotas.
Training & Support
Bath Tune-Up provides an extensive 158-hour training curriculum designed to prepare two individuals included in the initial fee for launch. The program includes on-site launch assistance, with travel and lodging expenses managed by the franchisee.
Unit Growth Analysis
Bath Tune-Up has doubled from 25 to 53 units in four years, which for a 53-unit system is a solid validation of the concept-it’s not a flash-in-the-pan fad. However, the recent volatility, with only 10.4% growth in the latest year, suggests the initial momentum is cooling, and you’re entering at a point where the franchisor’s support team might be stretched thin trying to stabilize new owners rather than aggressively expanding. For a new owner, the risk isn’t that the brand is failing, but that you’re buying into a system that’s shifting from rapid growth to operational maturity, meaning you’ll need to rely more on your own local hustle than on a flood of new leads from the corporate office.
How Much Does It Cost to Open a Bath Tune-Up Franchise?
Opening a Bath Tune-Up franchise requires a total initial investment of $106,930 to $183,850, according to the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document. This range covers the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and initial working capital needed to launch and operate through the early months.
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Investment Analysis
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The initial investment amounts shown are estimates only. Actual costs may vary based on location size, business model, and multi-unit ownership arrangements. We recommend reviewing the full Franchise Disclosure Document for complete details.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bath Tune-Up a good franchise to own?
Whether Bath Tune-Up is a good franchise depends on your goals, experience, and local market. Key factors from the 2026 FDD: Bath Tune-Up operates 53 locations, received a legal risk score of 65/100, a training and support score of 89/100. The 2026 FDD appears to include Item 19 financial performance information, but ZeeReport is not showing a number for this report. Prospective franchisees should review the full Franchise Disclosure Document and conduct their own due diligence before making any investment decision.
Is a Bath Tune-Up franchise worth the investment?
The value of a Bath Tune-Up franchise investment depends on factors such as location, operator experience, and market demand. The initial investment ranges from $106,930 to $183,850. The 2026 FDD appears to include Item 19 financial performance information, but ZeeReport is not showing a number for this report. The system reported 1 terminated units in 2026. Franchise investments carry inherent risk, and prospective buyers should conduct thorough due diligence before committing capital.
What is the failure rate of Bath Tune-Up franchises?
In the 2026 FDD, Bath Tune-Up reported 1 terminated franchises and 3 non-renewals out of 53 total locations. Franchise closures can result from many factors including market conditions, operator decisions, lease expirations, and franchisor enforcement actions. The FDD's Item 20 provides the most detailed unit turnover data.
How long does it take to break even with a Bath Tune-Up franchise?
Break-even timelines for Bath Tune-Up franchises are not disclosed in the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document. Break-even periods vary significantly based on initial investment level, local market conditions, operating costs, and revenue ramp-up speed. Prospective franchisees should build a pro forma financial model using Item 7 cost estimates and, where available, Item 19 financial performance data from the FDD.
Is Bath Tune-Up a franchise or a corporate-owned business?
As of the 2026 FDD, Bath Tune-Up operates 53 franchised locations and 0 company-owned locations. Franchise opportunities are available through the franchisor's disclosure process.
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