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How Much Does a Shine Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Shine franchise costs between $141,570 and $189,295 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $49,900.

$141,570

Minimum Investment

$189,295

Maximum Investment

$49,900

Franchise Fee

Shine Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $49,900

Fee Range $35,000 – $49,900

Item 7 Fee Estimate $49,900

Shine Total Investment Breakdown

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

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $49,900

Initial Fee Lump Sum · Upon signing franchise agreement $49,900

Real Estate $2,000 – $6,000

Rent / Lease Hold Improvements As agreed with Landlord or Lender · As Arranged $2,000 – $6,000

Equipment & Assets $6,585 – $12,300

Sales Vehicle (3 months) As Arranged $2,500 – $5,500

Service Vehicle (3 months) As Arranged $3,900 – $4,800

Office Set- Up/Quickbooks/ Computer Equipment/ As Arranged $185 – $2,000

Training $6,495 – $8,495

Initial Training Upon signing franchise agreement $5,000

Travel & Living Expenses While Attending Initial Training Before, during & after training $1,000 – $3,000

Financial Training Before Opening Business $495

Working Capital & Reserves $30,000 – $60,000

Additional Funds (3 months) $30,000 – $60,000

Other Costs $46,590 – $52,600

Start-Up Package Lump Sum · Upon signing franchise agreement $22,500

Grand Opening Advertising Before & after opening $20,000

Insurance As Arranged · As Arranged $2,400 – $4,000

Office Furniture As arranged $0 – $2,000

Professional Fees As Arranged $500 – $2,000

Accounting/ Payroll Services Before Opening Business $990 – $1,500

Licenses and Permits As Arranged $200 – $600

Total Estimated Investment $141,570 – $189,295

How Does Shine Compare to Other Home & Commercial Services Franchises?

Shine's minimum investment of $141,570 is above the Home & Commercial Services industry median. The median minimum investment for Home & Commercial Services franchises is $96,980.

$141,570

Shine Min

$96,980

Home & Commercial Services Median Min

$189,295

Shine Max

$165,610

Home & Commercial Services Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Shine?

The total startup cost for a Shine franchise ranges from $141,570 to $189,295, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Other Costs at $46,590 to $52,600.

How much is the Shine franchise fee?

The Shine franchise fee is $49,900, with a range of $35,000 to $49,900 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 Shine a good investment?

Shine requires a total franchise investment of $141,570 to $189,295 and scores Legal Risk: 69/100, Training: 67/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Shine franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Shine franchise owner make?

Shine franchise locations report median gross sales of $353,090 per the 2025 FDD Item 19. See our Shine franchise earnings breakdown for the full financial performance data.