DumpsterToday.com^®

Home & Commercial Services • Year: 2025

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What Is DumpsterToday.com?

DumpsterToday.com is a franchise in the Home & Commercial Services category that provides dumpster rental and disposal services. The operational model requires developing and operating physical Dumpster Today outlets. It serves a mix of residential (B2C) and commercial (B2B) customers, with the core service bundle centered on renting dumpsters and providing disposal services.

DumpsterToday.com Franchise: Pros and Cons

With a Territory Protection Score of 82 (top 5% for Home & Commercial Services), the franchise offers strongly protected territories, but your upfront commitment is high: Item 7 total minimum of $266,000 and Item 7 assets minimum of $168,500, both well above typical peers.

Pros

Territory Protection Score: 82 - well above typical for Home & Commercial Services (top 5%), giving you a strongly protected territory so the franchisor is unlikely to approve nearby competing outlets.

Legal & enforcement record: zero disclosed lawsuits, zero franchisor-initiated enforcement, and zero government penalties - well below typical (bottom 5%), indicating a clean compliance profile that reduces legal risk and related costs.

Outlet Non-Renewals: 0 - well below typical for the sector (bottom 5%), suggesting existing franchisees are renewing agreements and the system shows operator retention and stability.

Cons

Item 7 Total Min $266,000 and Item 7 Assets Min $168,500 - both well above typical for Home & Commercial Services (top 5%), meaning your minimum startup and equipment/asset costs will be materially higher than most peers.

Franchisee Right To Relocate: No - an uncommon absence (about 89% of franchises allow relocation), so you won’t have contractual flexibility to move a location without franchisor approval.

Is Mandatory Ongoing Training Required: No - unusual for this sector (92.6% require ongoing training), which means you’ll need to shoulder more of the ongoing training burden yourself to maintain consistent operations.

Lawsuits & Legal Risk

100

Excellent

DumpsterToday.com reported no material legal proceedings,

Territory Protection

82/100

Excellent

DumpsterToday.com grants an exclusive, protected territory with approx. 500,000 population and 25,000-population increments available at $3,000; protection is not contingent on sales performance. The franchisee has no right of first refusal and the franchisor may develop nearby units, while not reserving e‑commerce or alternative-distribution in the territory.

Training & Support

40/100

NORMAL

DumpsterToday.com provides a targeted 46-hour training curriculum designed to prepare three designated team members for launch. The program includes on-site launch support focused on operational readiness that carries an additional fee; travel and lodging are the franchisee's responsibility.

Franchisee Stability

47/100

NORMAL

DumpsterToday.com receives a Normal Stability Score. Three-year turnover of 10.34% sits above the typical Home & Commercial Services franchise (around 6%) and approaches the high end of the industry range (about 12%). Out of 3 total exits, terminations dominated with 2, alongside no non-renewals, no franchisor buybacks, and 1 ceased operations; the system reported about 14 franchised outlets in the most recent year.

That dominance suggests franchisor-initiated exits, which can mean operators may have struggled with the model or that the franchisor enforces standards aggressively. This is built on a compact track record (roughly 29 franchisees averaged across three years); continued retention as the system grows would solidify the picture. For prospective franchisees, retention is in line with industry peers.

How Much Do DumpsterToday.com Franchise Owners Make?

DumpsterToday.com franchise locations reported average gross sales of $736,643 and median gross sales of $559,222 in 2025, based on financial performance data disclosed in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Average Gross Sales:

$736,643

Median Gross Sales:

$559,222

High Gross Sales:

$1,417,419

Low Gross Sales:

$410,709

Sample Size:

Percent Attaining Average:

25.0%

Audit Status:

Unaudited

Franchise vs Corporate Performance: Only company-owned outlet data are provided for 2024, so no direct comparison to franchised units is possible; prospective franchisees should request franchised outlet results for a true franchise vs corporate performance comparison.

Performance Variability Analysis: Revenue varies widely across the four company-owned outlets, with one location more than double the sample mean and three below it, indicating substantial location-to-location variability in sales.

Data Scope and Limitations: The Item 19 provides location-level revenue and estimated fee amounts but does not include COGS or operating expenses or audited statements, limiting ability to assess net income or profitability.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is DumpsterToday.com a good franchise to own?

Whether DumpsterToday.com is a good franchise depends on your goals, experience, and local market. Key factors from the 2025 FDD: DumpsterToday.com operates 19 locations, received a legal risk score of 100/100, a training and support score of 40/100. Financial performance data is disclosed in Item 19. Prospective franchisees should review the full Franchise Disclosure Document and consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decision.

Is a DumpsterToday.com franchise worth the investment?

The value of a DumpsterToday.com franchise investment depends on factors such as location, operator experience, and market demand. The initial investment ranges from $266,000 to $0. DumpsterToday.com disclosed average gross sales of $736,643 in 2025. The system reported 2 terminated units in 2025. Franchise investments carry inherent risk, and prospective buyers should conduct thorough due diligence before committing capital.

What is the failure rate of DumpsterToday.com franchises?

In the 2025 FDD, DumpsterToday.com reported 2 terminated franchises and 0 non-renewals out of 19 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 DumpsterToday.com franchise?

Break-even timelines for DumpsterToday.com franchises are not disclosed in the 2025 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 DumpsterToday.com a franchise or a corporate-owned business?

As of the 2025 FDD, DumpsterToday.com operates 15 franchised locations and 4 company-owned locations. Franchise opportunities are available through the franchisor's disclosure process.

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