Fastest Labs^®

Health & Wellness • Year: 2025

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What Is Fastest Labs?

Fastest Labs is a franchise in the Health & Wellness category that provides drug testing and related services. Franchisees operate from an approved retail location (Facility), i.e., a brick-and-mortar model, and serve both commercial clients and individual consumers. The core service bundle includes general drug testing, DNA/paternity testing, alcohol testing, random and customized drug and alcohol administrative services, physical testing, and background checks.

Fastest Labs Franchise: Pros and Cons

The brand's exceptionally clean legal record - zero disclosed lawsuits, government penalties, or franchisor enforcement actions - lowers the chance of surprise liabilities, but a high exit rate (eighteen outlet terminations, in the top 5% for Health & Wellness) raises concerns about why operators are leaving.

Pros

Zero disclosed lawsuits, zero government penalties, and zero franchisor enforcement actions - a much cleaner legal record than is typical in Health & Wellness, which reduces the likelihood of legal distractions or surprise liabilities.

Zero outlet non‑renewals - well below typical for Health & Wellness - suggesting few franchisees are choosing not to renew their agreements, which is a positive signal for contract continuity.

The franchisor covers your living expenses during initial training - an uncommon perk in this sector (only ~1.4% offer it) that lowers your short‑term personal cash burn while you get up to speed.

Cons

Initial franchise fee of $80,500 - well above typical across franchises (top 10%) - meaning you'll need materially more upfront cash than most buyers to get started.

Territory protection score of 35 - well below typical for Health & Wellness (bottom 10%) - you should expect limited territory rights and the possibility of nearby competing openings by the franchisor.

Eighteen outlet terminations - well above typical for Health & Wellness (top 5%) - indicates a higher rate of franchisees exiting the system and warrants digging into why operators have left.

Lawsuits & Legal Risk

100

Excellent

Fastest Labs reported no material legal proceedings,

Territory Protection

35/100

NORMAL

Fastest Labs grants a protected, zip-code-based, site-specific territory (standard, mid-size or large) sized by market density and defined in the Franchise Agreement. Territory rights are contingent on meeting performance quotas; franchisor retains rights to develop nearby units and to sell via e-commerce and other distribution channels.

Training & Support

52/100

NORMAL

The brand provides a focused 58-hour training curriculum designed to prepare two staff members for launch. The program includes on-site launch support for operational readiness; the franchisor covers living expenses, on-site support may incur additional fees, and franchisees are responsible for travel and lodging expenses.

Franchisee Stability

59/100

NORMAL

Fastest Labs receives a Normal Stability Score. Three-year turnover of 6.91% sits slightly above the typical Health & Wellness franchise (around 6.5%), placing the brand nearer the center of peer outcomes and well below the high end of the Health & Wellness range (about 19%). Out of 23 total exits over the three reported years, terminations dominated with 21, alongside no non-renewals, no franchisor buybacks, and 2 ceased operations, indicating most departures were franchisor-initiated across the franchise system.

That pattern points to franchisor-initiated exits, suggesting either operators struggled with the model or the franchisor enforces standards aggressively; with about 181 franchised outlets in the most recent year, buyers should check whether terminations cluster in particular markets or stem from systemic support shortfalls. For prospective franchisees, retention is in line with industry peers.

Unit Growth Analysis

This franchise grew from 62→92→182→229 units (net adds of +30, +90, +47), showing a sharp acceleration into 2024 (+97.8% YoY) followed by a marked slowdown to +25.8% YoY in 2025. The three‑year CAGR is roughly 54.6%, indicating strong expansion capacity and healthy scale at 229 units, but the drop from +97.8% to +25.8% suggests investors should probe whether 2025’s deceleration reflects normalization after an aggressive roll‑out, operational constraints, or early signs of market saturation.

How Much Does It Cost to Open a Fastest Labs Franchise?

Opening a Fastest Labs franchise requires a total initial investment of $130,500 to $199,500, according to the 2025 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.

Minimum Investment

$130,500

Franchise Fee

Real Estate

Equipment & Assets

Reserves

Training

Other

Maximum Investment

$199,500

Minimum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$59,500

Real Estate$7,500

Equipment & Assets$19,000

Reserves$20,000

Training$1,000

Other$23,500

Maximum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$59,500

Real Estate$40,000

Equipment & Assets$29,500

Reserves$40,000

Training$1,500

Other$29,000

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.

How Much Do Fastest Labs Franchise Owners Make?

Fastest Labs franchise locations reported average gross sales of $144,599 and median gross sales of $105,449 in 2025, based on financial performance data disclosed in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Average Gross Sales:

$144,599

Median Gross Sales:

$105,449

High Gross Sales:

$538,573

Low Gross Sales:

$24,209

Sample Size:

166

Percent Attaining Average:

38.0%

Audit Status:

Unaudited

Franchise vs Corporate Performance: Franchised locations show a wide range of 2024 gross revenues with an average of 144,599 versus the single affiliate location's reported gross revenue of 565,415, indicating the affiliate outperformed the average franchised outlet in absolute revenue terms.

Performance Variability Analysis: There is substantial variability across franchised units (low of 24,209 to high of 538,573) and only 38% of units met or exceeded the overall average, suggesting outcomes are highly dispersed and dependent on location or tenure.

Data Scope and Limitations: The dataset covers calendar year 2024 (with systemwide data 2020–2024) and uses the Reporting Group as the primary sample, but some expense metrics for franchised units are reported only as percentages or incomplete samples and net income figures for franchised units are not provided.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fastest Labs a good franchise to own?

Whether Fastest Labs is a good franchise depends on your goals, experience, and local market. Key factors from the 2025 FDD: Fastest Labs operates 229 locations, received a legal risk score of 100/100, a training and support score of 52/100. 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 Fastest Labs franchise worth the investment?

The value of a Fastest Labs franchise investment depends on factors such as location, operator experience, and market demand. The initial investment ranges from $130,500 to $199,500. Fastest Labs disclosed average gross sales of $144,599 in 2025. The system reported 18 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 Fastest Labs franchises?

In the 2025 FDD, Fastest Labs reported 18 terminated franchises and 0 non-renewals out of 229 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 Fastest Labs franchise?

Break-even timelines for Fastest Labs 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 Fastest Labs a franchise or a corporate-owned business?

As of the 2025 FDD, Fastest Labs operates 228 franchised locations and 1 company-owned locations. Franchise opportunities are available through the franchisor's disclosure process.

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