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How Much Does a ZIPS Cleaners Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A ZIPS Cleaners franchise costs between $660,200 and $984,500 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $15,000.

$660,200

Minimum Investment

$984,500

Maximum Investment

$15,000

Franchise Fee

$15,000 – $30,000

Fee Range

ZIPS Cleaners Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $15,000

Fee Range $15,000 – $30,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $15,000 – $30,000

ZIPS Cleaners Total Investment Breakdown

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

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $15,000 – $30,000

Initial Fees - Initial Franchise Fee Lump Sum · Upon signing Agreement $15,000 – $30,000

Real Estate $217,000 – $351,000

Leasehold Improvements Progress Payments · As arranged $195,000 – $290,000

Architectural and Engineering Fees As Arranged $10,000 – $35,000

Real Property/Rent As Arranged · As arranged $10,000 – $20,000

Utility Deposits As Arranged $2,000 – $6,000

Equipment & Assets $409,700 – $541,500

Dry Cleaning / Laundry Production Equipment and Installation As arranged $325,000 – $425,000

Furnishings, Fixtures, Marketing Materials, Supplies, and Other Branded Items As arranged $28,000 – $35,000

Initial Production Supplies As arranged $24,000 – $30,000

Point of Sale System/Technical Equipment As arranged $16,000 – $25,000

Signage As arranged $8,000 – $15,000

Software Upon signing Agreement and Franchise Agreement $7,500

Office Equipment & Supplies As arranged $1,200 – $4,000

Training $500 – $30,000

Training As arranged $500 – $30,000

Working Capital & Reserves $0

Other Costs $18,000 – $32,000

New Store Marketing Between 90 days prior to opening to 60 days after opening of Franchise Business $15,000 – $25,000

Insurance As arranged $3,000 – $7,000

Total Estimated Investment $660,200 – $984,500

How Does ZIPS Cleaners Compare to Other Other Services Franchises?

ZIPS Cleaners's minimum investment of $660,200 is above the Other Services industry median. The median minimum investment for Other Services franchises is $117,596.

$660,200

ZIPS Cleaners Min

$117,596

Other Services Median Min

$984,500

ZIPS Cleaners Max

$334,230

Other Services Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a ZIPS Cleaners?

The total startup cost for a ZIPS Cleaners franchise ranges from $660,200 to $984,500, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Equipment & Assets at $409,700 to $541,500.

How much is the ZIPS Cleaners franchise fee?

The ZIPS Cleaners franchise fee is $15,000, with a range of $15,000 to $30,000 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 ZIPS Cleaners a good investment?

ZIPS Cleaners requires a total franchise investment of $660,200 to $984,500 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 100/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full ZIPS Cleaners franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a ZIPS Cleaners franchise owner make?

ZIPS Cleaners franchise locations report median gross sales of $1,112,037 per the 2025 FDD Item 19. See our ZIPS Cleaners franchise earnings breakdown for the full financial performance data.