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How Much Does a Hello Garage Franchise Cost?

2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Hello Garage franchise costs between $165,340 and $205,250 in total initial investment, according to the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $59,500.

$165,340

Minimum Investment

$205,250

Maximum Investment

$59,500

Franchise Fee

Hello Garage Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $59,500

Item 7 Fee Estimate $59,500

Hello Garage Total Investment Breakdown

Here is the itemized breakdown of costs to open a Hello Garage franchise, as reported in the 2026 FDD Item 7 (Estimated Initial Investment).

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $59,500

Initial Franchise Fee Lump Sum · When you sign the Franchise Agreement $59,500

Real Estate $0

Equipment & Assets $74,500 – $96,000

Opening Inventory Purchase and Initial Equipment Package As Agreed Upon $70,000 – $85,000

Vehicle Financing & Vehicle Wrap As Agreed Upon $4,500 – $7,000

Computer System As Agreed Upon $0 – $4,000

Training $3,000 – $5,000

Travel Expenses to Attend Initial Training In-Person $3,000 – $5,000

Working Capital & Reserves $6,000 – $10,000

Additional Funds - 3 Months $6,000 – $10,000

Other Costs $22,340 – $34,750

Minimum Opening Marketing Spend $20,000 – $30,000

Storage As Agreed Upon $1,500 – $3,000

Insurance $700 – $1,500

Business Licenses and Permits $140 – $250

Total Estimated Investment $165,340 – $205,250

How Does Hello Garage Compare to Other Construction & Home Improvement Franchises?

Hello Garage's minimum investment of $165,340 is above the Construction & Home Improvement industry median. The median minimum investment for Construction & Home Improvement franchises is $120,400.

$165,340

Hello Garage Min

$120,400

Construction & Home Improvement Median Min

$205,250

Hello Garage Max

$198,448

Construction & Home Improvement Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Hello Garage?

The total startup cost for a Hello Garage franchise ranges from $165,340 to $205,250, according to the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Equipment & Assets at $74,500 to $96,000.

How much is the Hello Garage franchise fee?

The Hello Garage franchise fee is $59,500, as disclosed in the 2026 FDD. This is a one-time upfront fee paid to the franchisor and is separate from the total initial investment.

Is Hello Garage a good investment?

Hello Garage requires a total franchise investment of $165,340 to $205,250 and scores Legal Risk: 82/100, Training: 100/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Hello Garage franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Hello Garage franchise owner make?

Hello Garage's 2026 FDD appears to include Item 19 financial performance information, but ZeeReport is not showing a sales or revenue number for this report.

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