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Paint Corps®

Construction & Home Improvement Year: 2025
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What Is Paint Corps?

Paint Corps is a franchise in the Construction & Home Improvement category that provides residential and commercial painting, cabinet refinishing, and related services and products. The operational model permits administrative management from a home-based office while requiring delivery of Approved Products and Services onsite at customer locations. It serves a mix of individual consumers and business customers (residential, commercial, and industrial) and relies on designated spray machines, spray booths, and other System Supplies as the key assets to deliver its services.

Paint Corps Franchise: Pros and Cons

A key strength is the franchisor's clean legal record-no disclosed lawsuits and no government penalties-which lowers legal risk and simplifies due diligence; a notable risk is the unusually high corporate presence with three company-owned units (well above sector norms), which may signal a preference for corporate expansion over franchising.

Pros

No disclosed lawsuits and no government penalties - the franchisor shows a clean legal and regulatory record (well below typical for Construction & Home Improvement), which lowers legal risk and simplifies due diligence.
Outlet terminations: 0 - an unusually low number of terminations for this sector, suggesting current operators are maintaining their businesses rather than exiting.
Manager required equity percentage: 0% - unlike many peers, the system does not force managers to hold equity, giving you flexibility to structure management ownership and compensation.

Cons

Three company-owned units (well above typical for Construction & Home Improvement) - the higher corporate presence may indicate the franchisor favors corporate expansion over franchising and warrants probing their commitment to growing the franchise network.
Item 7 fee maximum $75,000 (well above typical) - a higher-than-normal maximum initial franchise fee increases the upfront cost to acquire rights and raises the cash needed at signing.
Outlet non-renewals: 1 (well above typical) - the elevated number of non-renewals suggests at least one operator chose not to continue their agreement, which merits asking why.

Territory Protection

43/100
NORMAL

Paint Corps grants a protected, non-exclusive Operating Territory-typically sized by population and defined at signing-anchored by site-specific demarcations and market density. Territory rights are contingent on meeting performance quotas; the franchisor retains rights to develop additional units in the surrounding market and to sell via e-commerce and alternative distribution channels.

Training & Support

42/100
NORMAL

The brand provides a focused 64-hour training curriculum designed to prepare two individuals included in the initial franchise fee for launch. The program includes on-site launch support for operational readiness, with travel and living expenses and any additional on-site service fees borne by the franchisee.

Unit Growth Analysis

Unit Growth Chart

This franchise moved from 0 units in 2022 to 7 in 2023 and then to 9 in 2024 and 11 in 2025-adding a consistent +2 units per year since 2023, which reflects steady linear expansion rather than accelerating growth. That 0→11 jump shows early-stage traction for investors, but percentage growth has edged down (≈28.6% from 2023→2024 to 22.2% in the latest year) because of the larger base, meaning sustaining or improving investor returns will require larger absolute unit additions going forward.

How Much Does It Cost to Open a Paint Corps Franchise?

Opening a Paint Corps franchise requires a total initial investment of $130,950 to $182,400, 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

$130,950
Minimum Investment Breakdown
Franchise Fee
Real Estate
Equipment & Assets
Reserves
Training
Other

Maximum Investment

$182,400
Maximum Investment Breakdown

Minimum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$50,000
Real Estate$0
Equipment & Assets$9,550
Reserves$36,000
Training$800
Other$34,600

Maximum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$75,000
Real Estate$0
Equipment & Assets$19,500
Reserves$45,000
Training$3,000
Other$39,900

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.

Paint Corps Franchise Earnings: Not Disclosed

Paint Corps did not disclose financial performance data (Item 19) in their 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. Not all franchisors choose to publish this information, which can make it harder for prospective owners to evaluate expected revenue before investing.

This franchise company did not publish these results.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Paint Corps a good franchise to own?

Whether Paint Corps is a good franchise depends on your goals, experience, and local market. Key factors from the 2025 FDD: Paint Corps operates 11 locations, received a legal risk score of 100/100, a training and support score of 42/100. The franchisor does not disclose financial performance data. Prospective franchisees should review the full Franchise Disclosure Document and consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decision.

Is a Paint Corps franchise worth the investment?

The value of a Paint Corps franchise investment depends on factors such as location, operator experience, and market demand. The initial investment ranges from $130,950 to $182,400. Franchise investments carry inherent risk, and prospective buyers should conduct thorough due diligence before committing capital.

What is the failure rate of Paint Corps franchises?

In the 2025 FDD, Paint Corps reported 0 terminated franchises and 1 non-renewals out of 11 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 Paint Corps franchise?

Break-even timelines for Paint Corps 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 Paint Corps a franchise or a corporate-owned business?

As of the 2025 FDD, Paint Corps operates 8 franchised locations and 3 company-owned locations. Franchise opportunities are available through the franchisor's disclosure process.

Does Paint Corps disclose franchise revenue data?

Paint Corps did not disclose financial performance data (Item 19) in their 2025 FDD. Not all franchisors choose to publish this information.

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