How much does a BOR franchise cost?

The FDD lists a total initial investment of about $186,484–$231,034, including a $35,000 initial franchise fee.

Is a BOR franchise worth it?

It depends on the numbers, not the pitch. BOR scores D on disclosure honesty, carries about 12% of sales in ongoing fees. Get the real owner take-home before you sign.

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The real numbers on owning a BOR franchise

Water/Fire/Mold Restoration Services · FDD 2026 · from public state filings

DDisclosure honesty

This franchisor discloses earnings (Item 19) — but read how.

Investment

$186,484–$231,034

Total fees

12% of sales

Outlets

Closure signals

5 ceased, 3 terminated

Lawsuits

What their own earnings claim actually says

Gross sales only, 2023-2025. 16-62 franchisees reporting. Highest: $2.1M; Lowest: $68K; Average: $653K. No expense/profit data provided.

Honesty grade D: the disclosed numbers are incomplete or framed to look better than an owner's real take-home.

Failure & turnover reality (Item 20)

5 ceased ops in 2025; 3 terminations in 2025; 4 transfers in 2025. Net -1 outlets.

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BOR franchise — frequently asked

How much does a BOR franchise cost?: The FDD lists a total initial investment of about $186,484–$231,034, including a $35,000 initial franchise fee.
How much do BOR franchise owners make?: Gross sales only, 2023-2025. 16-62 franchisees reporting. Highest: $2.1M; Lowest: $68K; Average: $653K. No expense/profit data provided. We grade this disclosure D for honesty.
What is the BOR franchise failure rate?: 5 ceased ops in 2025; 3 terminations in 2025; 4 transfers in 2025. Net -1 outlets.
Is a BOR franchise worth it?: It depends on the numbers, not the pitch. BOR scores D on disclosure honesty, carries about 12% of sales in ongoing fees. Get the real owner take-home before you sign.

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Source: MN CARDS 36052-202604-08 (Clean FDD 2026). FranchiseValidate is independent and not affiliated with BOR or its franchisor. Figures are extracted from the franchisor's own public disclosure document; verify against the current FDD before any decision.