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How Much Does a Paul Davis Restoration Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Paul Davis Restoration franchise costs between $298,800 and $804,900 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $130,000.

$298,800

Minimum Investment

$804,900

Maximum Investment

$130,000

Franchise Fee

Paul Davis Restoration Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $130,000

Fee Range $17,148 – $176,698

Paul Davis Restoration Total Investment Breakdown

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

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $0 – $208,000

Franchise Fee Lump sum or as arranged · The greater of $65,000 or 50% in cash due when Franchise Agreement signed; 50% balance may be financed in the form of a four year promissory note with an APR of 7%. $0 – $208,000

Real Estate $7,800 – $26,900

Rent Deposit Lump sum · At signing of lease $5,000 – $18,000

Real Property and Improvements Monthly (Note 2) $1,800 – $6,000

Phone Installation and Utility Deposits At opening $1,000 – $2,900

Equipment & Assets $35,000 – $217,000

Branded or Compliant Vehicle Lump sum or as arranged · Before Opening $10,000 – $121,000

Equipment& Chemical Package (Start-Up Kit') Lump sum or as arranged · Before Training $5,000 – $54,000

Equipment, Computer, Copier Before Training $13,000 – $30,000

Computer Software Licensing Lump sum or as incurred · Before opening and billed monthly $7,000 – $12,000

Training $5,000 – $7,500

Travel and Living Expenses While Training During Training $5,000 – $7,500

Working Capital & Reserves $150,000 – $200,000

Additional Funds, working capital - First 3 Months 1/3 each month as incurred $150,000 – $200,000

Other Costs $101,000 – $145,500

Marketing and Advertising As arranged $12,000 – $72,000

Insurance Before Opening $20,500 – $63,500

Office Furniture Before Opening $2,000 – $6,000

CPA Fees - Initial Work At startup $1,000 – $2,200

Legal Fees - Incorporation Lump sum · At incorporation date $500 – $1,800

Licensing (Note 9) $0

Total Estimated Investment $298,800 – $804,900

How Does Paul Davis Restoration Compare to Other Home & Commercial Services Franchises?

Paul Davis Restoration's minimum investment of $298,800 is above the Home & Commercial Services industry median. The median minimum investment for Home & Commercial Services franchises is $96,980.

$298,800

Paul Davis Restoration Min

$96,980

Home & Commercial Services Median Min

$804,900

Paul Davis Restoration Max

$165,610

Home & Commercial Services Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Paul Davis Restoration?

The total startup cost for a Paul Davis Restoration franchise ranges from $298,800 to $804,900, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Working Capital & Reserves at $150,000 to $200,000.

How much is the Paul Davis Restoration franchise fee?

The Paul Davis Restoration franchise fee is $130,000, with a range of $17,148 to $176,698 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 Paul Davis Restoration a good investment?

Paul Davis Restoration requires a total franchise investment of $298,800 to $804,900 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 100/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Paul Davis Restoration franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Paul Davis Restoration franchise owner make?

Paul Davis Restoration franchise locations report median gross sales of $3,976,094 per the 2025 FDD Item 19. See our Paul Davis Restoration franchise earnings breakdown for the full financial performance data.