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How Much Does a Merry Maids Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Merry Maids franchise costs between $126,880 and $165,610 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $55,000.

$126,880

Minimum Investment

$165,610

Maximum Investment

$55,000

Franchise Fee

Merry Maids Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $55,000

Fee Range $31,000 – $50,781

Item 7 Fee Estimate $55,000

Merry Maids Total Investment Breakdown

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

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $55,000

Initial Franchise Fee Lump Sum · At Signing of Franchise Agreement $55,000

Real Estate $2,000 – $4,000

Real Estate and Improvements $2,000 – $4,000

Equipment & Assets $13,450 – $19,250

Opening Inventory $6,500 – $8,000

Office Equipment Lump Sum $5,250 – $6,850

Software and Hardware $1,700 – $4,400

Training $2,500 – $3,500

Travel and Living Expenses During Training During training $2,500 – $3,500

Working Capital & Reserves $38,000 – $43,000

Additional Funds (3 months) $38,000 – $43,000

Other Costs $15,930 – $40,860

Professional Fees $5,000 – $15,000

Miscellaneous Opening Costs $1,400 – $10,000

Insurance $3,400 – $9,400

Online Marketing Fund Deposit Lump Sum · At Signing of Franchise Agreement $6,000

Telephone Answering Service $50 – $300

Employee Screening $80 – $160

Total Estimated Investment $126,880 – $165,610

How Does Merry Maids Compare to Other Home & Commercial Services Franchises?

Merry Maids's minimum investment of $126,880 is above the Home & Commercial Services industry median. The median minimum investment for Home & Commercial Services franchises is $94,740.

$126,880

Merry Maids Min

$94,740

Home & Commercial Services Median Min

$165,610

Merry Maids Max

$158,200

Home & Commercial Services Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Merry Maids?

The total startup cost for a Merry Maids franchise ranges from $126,880 to $165,610, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Working Capital & Reserves at $38,000 to $43,000.

How much is the Merry Maids franchise fee?

The Merry Maids franchise fee is $55,000, with a range of $31,000 to $50,781 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 Merry Maids a good investment?

Merry Maids requires a total franchise investment of $126,880 to $165,610 and scores Legal Risk: 82/100, Training: 55/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Merry Maids franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Merry Maids franchise owner make?

Merry Maids's 2025 FDD does not include Item 19 financial performance data, so franchise owner earnings figures are not publicly available from this source.

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