Rolling Suds^®

Automotive • Year: 2025

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What Is Rolling Suds?

Rolling Suds is a franchise that provides exterior power washing for residential and commercial buildings and structures using a low-pressure, soft wash technique and related services and products. The operational model is mobile, with franchisees required to acquire and operate service vehicles according to a specified Vehicle Schedule and permitted to service multiple territories from approved premises. It targets a mix of customers, including residential homeowners, commercial property owners, homeowner associations, and municipalities.

Rolling Suds Franchise: Pros and Cons

A key strength is the franchise’s exceptionally clean record and owner retention-0 terminations, 0 non‑renewals, 0 reacquired outlets and no disclosed lawsuits or penalties (bottom 5% for Automotive)-but a major risk is 177 signed‑but‑not‑open units and a $54,900 initial franchise fee that raise opening delays and upfront costs.

Pros

0 franchise terminations, 0 non‑renewals, and 0 reacquired outlets - well below typical for Automotive (bottom 5%), indicating operators are staying in the system and you should face lower turnover risk as an owner.

0 disclosed lawsuits, 0 franchisee‑initiated judgments/settlements, 0 government penalties, and 0 franchisor enforcement actions - well below typical for Automotive (bottom 5%), giving you a clean legal and regulatory record to inherit.

0% manager required equity - well below typical for Automotive (bottom 5%), which gives you flexibility to structure manager ownership and compensation without a franchisor mandate.

Cons

177 signed-but-not-open units - well above typical for Automotive (top 5%), suggesting the franchisor may be selling agreements faster than it can support openings or that there are delays in approvals and build-outs which could impact your opening timeline.

An initial franchise fee of $54,900 - well above typical for Automotive (top quarter), meaning a materially higher upfront cash requirement and less cash on hand for build-out and early operating costs.

Lawsuits & Legal Risk

100

Excellent

Rolling Suds reported no material legal proceedings,

Territory Protection

35/100

NORMAL

Rolling Suds grants a non‑exclusive, site‑specific protected Territory defined by contiguous ZIP codes and a 225,000–275,000 population target via third‑party mapping, reflecting market density. Rights are contingent on performance quotas (service‑vehicle schedule); the franchisor retains the right to sell via alternative/e‑commerce channels and to develop additional units in the surrounding market.

Training & Support

69/100

NORMAL

The brand provides a robust 88-hour training curriculum designed to prepare three managerial staff members for launch. The program includes on-site launch support for operational readiness; on-site services carry an additional fee, and franchisees are responsible for travel and lodging expenses.

Unit Growth Analysis

This franchise shows an accelerating growth trajectory: unit counts were 1 (2022), 1 (2023), 8 (2024) and 67 (2025), with changes of 0% (2022–23), +700% (+7 units, 2023–24) and +737.5% (+59 units, 2024–25). For investors this signals strong, rapid scaling-the 8→67 jump and 737.5% latest YoY growth indicate heavy franchise roll-out and demand but also imply execution, capital and quality-control risks that should be validated before committing.

How Much Does It Cost to Open a Rolling Suds Franchise?

Opening a Rolling Suds franchise requires a total initial investment of $186,150 to $251,850, 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

$186,150

Franchise Fee

Real Estate

Equipment & Assets

Reserves

Training

Other

Maximum Investment

$251,850

Minimum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$54,900

Real Estate$4,000

Equipment & Assets$13,100

Reserves$58,500

Training$1,500

Other$54,150

Maximum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$54,900

Real Estate$9,000

Equipment & Assets$46,950

Reserves$75,000

Training$3,000

Other$63,000

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 Rolling Suds Franchise Owners Make?

Rolling Suds franchise locations reported average gross sales of $419,193 and median gross sales of $384,467 in 2025, based on financial performance data disclosed in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Average Gross Sales:

$419,193

Median Gross Sales:

$384,467

High Gross Sales:

$670,883

Low Gross Sales:

$206,608

Sample Size:

Audit Status:

Unaudited

Franchise vs Corporate Performance: The average franchised outlet revenue in 2024 was $419,193, which is similar to the affiliate-owned business's per-full-time-vehicle revenue (~$422,107), though the affiliate reports fuller P&L detail and operates at a larger scale and geography.

Performance Variability Analysis: There is substantial variability across the five franchised outlets in 2024, with revenues ranging from 206,608 to 670,883, and the mean exceeding the median, indicating a skew from higher-performing outlets.

Data Scope and Limitations: The franchised sample is small (5 outlets) and excludes two outlets with incomplete data, the information is historical and unaudited, and expense/profit figures provided relate to the affiliate business rather than the franchised outlets.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rolling Suds a good franchise to own?

Whether Rolling Suds is a good franchise depends on your goals, experience, and local market. Key factors from the 2025 FDD: Rolling Suds operates 67 locations, received a legal risk score of 100/100, a training and support score of 69/100. 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 Rolling Suds franchise worth the investment?

The value of a Rolling Suds franchise investment depends on factors such as location, operator experience, and market demand. The initial investment ranges from $186,150 to $251,850. Rolling Suds disclosed average gross sales of $419,193 in 2025. Franchise investments carry inherent risk, and prospective buyers should conduct thorough due diligence before committing capital.

How long does it take to break even with a Rolling Suds franchise?

Break-even timelines for Rolling Suds 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 Rolling Suds a franchise or a corporate-owned business?

As of the 2025 FDD, Rolling Suds operates 64 franchised locations and 3 company-owned locations. Franchise opportunities are available through the franchisor's disclosure process.

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