Hello Garage^®

Automotive • Year: 2026

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What Is Hello Garage?

Hello Garage is a franchise that offers commercial and residential garage renovation products and services. The Franchised Business may be operated on a home-based model - the office may be located at the franchisee's residence (with dedicated office space) and must use a temperature-controlled storage facility that meets the franchisor's standards. It serves both individual homeowners (B2C) and business customers (B2B), and the core service bundle includes installation of concrete floor coatings, storage cabinets, slatwall, lighting and other approved garage accessories; franchisees will also use the franchisor's proprietary sales software, GarageView.

Hello Garage Franchise: Pros and Cons

A perfect 100 training-and-support score, well above typical, provides unusually strong onboarding and field support to shorten ramp-up time, but eleven outlet terminations (top 10% for Automotive) indicate past operator exits that merit close investigation before you invest or commit.

Pros

A perfect 100 training-and-support score is well above what's typical across franchise systems, giving you unusually strong onboarding and field support to shorten ramp-up time.

Zero government penalties, zero franchisee-initiated judgments, zero franchisee settlements, and zero fraud cases - all well below what's typical in Automotive - indicate a clean regulatory and dispute record that reduces legal distraction and cost.

Zero outlet non-renewals - well below typical for Automotive - suggests current operators are keeping their agreements in force rather than walking away at term, which supports longer-term revenue stability.

Cons

The $59,500 initial franchise fee is well above what's typical for Automotive (top 10%), increasing the upfront capital you'll need to buy in.

The franchisor has a higher-than-typical number of franchisor‑initiated enforcement actions (1, top quarter), which suggests they actively pursue legal enforcement and could create operational friction with operators.

Eleven outlet terminations is well above typical for Automotive (top 10%), signaling that a number of past operators have exited the system and warrant deeper investigation.

Lawsuits & Legal Risk

82/100

NORMAL

Hello Garage: Part 1 (The Facts) - Hello Garage and an affiliate brought a 2025 collection action against a former franchisee seeking amounts owed, reflecting active enforcement of payment and performance obligations. Part 2 (The Advice) - Review payment, default and cure provisions, post-termination obligations, dispute-resolution clauses, and request the franchisor’s history of collection actions.

Territory Protection

35/100

NORMAL

Hello Garage grants non‑exclusive protected territories-contiguous areas sized to include up to ~75,000 qualified households-with site‑specific limits. Territory rights are contingent on meeting performance quotas (e.g., $150k Year 2, $450k Year 4, $650k Year 6); the franchisor retains rights to develop nearby units and sell via e‑commerce and alternative channels.

Training & Support

100

Excellent

Hello Garage provides a robust 73-hour training curriculum designed to prepare franchise operators for launch; the initial franchise fee does not include any trainee slots. The program includes on-site launch support focused on operational readiness, with on-site services subject to additional fees and travel and living expenses borne by the franchisee.

Unit Growth Analysis

Hello Garage has dropped from 151 units in 2023 to 87 today - a net loss of 64 locations and a recent year-over-year decline of about 25.6%. This pattern reads like a "Silent Exodus": owners are leaving faster than replacements arrive, which likely means weaker franchisor support, unstable territories, and elevated execution and financing risk for a new buyer, so only consider entry after exhaustive diligence, strong contractual protections, and healthy cash reserves.

How Much Does It Cost to Open a Hello Garage Franchise?

Opening a Hello Garage franchise requires a total initial investment of $165,340 to $205,250, 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.

Minimum Investment

$165,340

Franchise Fee

Real Estate

Equipment & Assets

Reserves

Training

Other

Maximum Investment

$205,250

Minimum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$59,500

Real Estate$0

Equipment & Assets$74,500

Reserves$6,000

Training$3,000

Other$22,340

Maximum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$59,500

Real Estate$0

Equipment & Assets$96,000

Reserves$10,000

Training$5,000

Other$34,750

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 Hello Garage Franchise Owners Make?

Hello Garage franchise locations reported average gross sales of $1,223,113 and median gross sales of $977,263 in 2026, based on financial performance data disclosed in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Average Gross Sales:

$1,223,113

Median Gross Sales:

$977,263

High Gross Sales:

$2,217,029

Low Gross Sales:

$416,226

Sample Size:

Percent Attaining Average:

50.0%

Audit Status:

Unaudited

Franchise vs Corporate Performance: Company-owned locations report materially higher average installation gross revenue in the most recent year versus franchised locations. For Year Five the combined average is $1,223,113; corporate-only average (Year Five) is about $2,216,622 while franchised-only average (Year Five) is about $726,359. This large gap is amplified by very small samples for Year Five (approximately 2 corporate locations and 4 franchised locations), so corporate averages are driven by a very small number of outlets and should be interpreted with caution.

Performance Variability Analysis: There is high dispersion in outcomes among Year Five locations: highest installation revenue $2,217,029 vs lowest $416,226 (high/low ≈ 5.3x). Median ($977,263) is below the combined mean ($1,223,113), indicating skew from top-performing locations. Average number of jobs completed for Year Five is high (243) with a median of 201, and average dollars per install for Year Five is ~$4,795 (median ~$4,929), showing that higher revenues are driven both by job volume and some higher-ticket installs. About 50% of Year Five locations met or exceeded the average, consistent with a wide distribution rather than tight clustering around the mean.

Data Scope and Limitations: The Item 19 disclosures are business-level and cover 25 company-owned and franchised businesses in 87 territories as of Dec 31, 2025, but the Year Five column includes only 6 locations (2 company-owned + 4 franchised). Tables exclude eight franchised businesses that operated in 30 territories. The FDD does not provide cost of goods sold or net income figures in Item 19, and the Item 19 data are not represented as audited financial statements. Small sample sizes for later years and the omission of profitability/COGS data limit the ability to project net profit or to generalize results across territories.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hello Garage a good franchise to own?

Whether Hello Garage is a good franchise depends on your goals, experience, and local market. Key factors from the 2026 FDD: Hello Garage operates 87 locations, received a legal risk score of 82/100, a training and support score of 100/100. 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 Hello Garage franchise worth the investment?

The value of a Hello Garage franchise investment depends on factors such as location, operator experience, and market demand. The initial investment ranges from $165,340 to $205,250. Hello Garage disclosed average gross sales of $1,223,113 in 2026. The system reported 11 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 Hello Garage franchises?

In the 2026 FDD, Hello Garage reported 11 terminated franchises and 0 non-renewals out of 87 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 Hello Garage franchise?

Break-even timelines for Hello Garage 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 Hello Garage a franchise or a corporate-owned business?

As of the 2026 FDD, Hello Garage operates 73 franchised locations and 14 company-owned locations. Franchise opportunities are available through the franchisor's disclosure process.

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