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How Much Does a California Pools Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A California Pools franchise costs between $72,940 and $126,340 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $45,000.

$72,940

Minimum Investment

$126,340

Maximum Investment

$45,000

Franchise Fee

California Pools Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $45,000

Fee Range $5,000 – $17,500

Item 7 Fee Estimate $45,000

California Pools Total Investment Breakdown

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

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $45,000

INITIAL FRANCHISE FEE Lump Sum · When you sign the Franchise Agreement $45,000

Real Estate $0 – $27,500

LEASEHOLD IMPROVEMENTS $0 – $20,000

LEASE, UTILITY & SECURITY DEPOSITS $0 – $7,500

Equipment & Assets $5,000

COMPUTER EQUIPMENT $5,000

Training $8,340 – $8,840

TRAVEL AND LIVING EXPENSES WHILE TRAINING $6,000

CPB TRAINING COURSE AND CERTIFICATION $2,340

INITIAL TRAINING FEE FOR ADDITIONAL PERSON $0 – $500

Working Capital & Reserves $5,000 – $10,000

ADDITIONAL FUNDS - 3 MONTHS AFTER OPENING $5,000 – $10,000

Other Costs $9,600 – $30,000

INSURANCE $1,500 – $8,500

LEGAL AND PROFESSIONAL FEES $2,500 – $6,500

PHTA MEMBERSHIP $600 – $5,000

CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, BUSINESS LICENSE & BUSINESS PERMIT $0 – $5,000

GRAND OPENING MARKETING Before opening $5,000

Total Estimated Investment $72,940 – $126,340

How Does California Pools Compare to Other Construction & Home Improvement Franchises?

California Pools's minimum investment of $72,940 is below the Construction & Home Improvement industry median. The median minimum investment for Construction & Home Improvement franchises is $124,250.

$72,940

California Pools Min

$124,250

Construction & Home Improvement Median Min

$126,340

California Pools Max

$213,150

Construction & Home Improvement Median Max

Investment Analysis

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a California Pools?

The total startup cost for a California Pools franchise ranges from $72,940 to $126,340, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Other Costs at $9,600 to $30,000.

How much is the California Pools franchise fee?

The California Pools franchise fee is $45,000, with a range of $5,000 to $17,500 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 California Pools a good investment?

California Pools requires a total franchise investment of $72,940 to $126,340 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 61/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full California Pools franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a California Pools franchise owner make?

California Pools franchise locations report median gross sales of $1,106,700 per the 2025 FDD Item 19. See our California Pools franchise earnings breakdown for the full financial performance data.