How much does a Chem-Dry (Plus) franchise cost?

The FDD lists a total initial investment of about $92,150–$249,500, including a $36,000 initial franchise fee.

Is a Chem-Dry (Plus) franchise worth it?

It depends on the numbers, not the pitch. Chem-Dry (Plus) scores C on disclosure honesty, carries about 7% of sales in ongoing fees, and discloses 6 legal matters. Get the real owner take-home before you sign.

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The real numbers on owning a Chem-Dry (Plus) franchise

Carpet Cleaning - Chem-Dry · FDD 2026 · from public state filings

CDisclosure honesty

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

★★★☆☆ FranchiseValidate transparency rating: 3/5

Investment

$92,150–$249,500

Total fees

7% of sales

Outlets

941

Closure signals

40 ceased, 70 terminated

Lawsuits

Is Chem-Dry (Plus) worth it? How it compares to 17 similar franchises

Ongoing fees	7% of sales	lower than most (median 8%)
Startup cost	from $92,150	cheaper than most (median $97,240)
Disclosure honesty	Grade C	typical for the category
Closure rate	4.3% of outlets	about average
Disclosed lawsuits	6	more litigious than 89% of peers

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What their own earnings claim actually says

Projects $218,400 annual revenue for Standard Territory (3 jobs/day, 4 days/week, $350/job). Based on existing franchisees with 20+ years average; omits exclusive territory impact.

Failure & turnover reality (Item 20)

System declined 498 outlets 2023-2025 (net -498 total); 40 ceased operations 2025 alone.

Legal history (Item 3)

6 matters disclosed.

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Chem-Dry (Plus) franchise — frequently asked

How much does a Chem-Dry (Plus) franchise cost?: The FDD lists a total initial investment of about $92,150–$249,500, including a $36,000 initial franchise fee.
How much do Chem-Dry (Plus) franchise owners make?: Projects $218,400 annual revenue for Standard Territory (3 jobs/day, 4 days/week, $350/job). Based on existing franchisees with 20+ years average; omits exclusive territory impact. We grade this disclosure C for honesty.
What is the Chem-Dry (Plus) franchise failure rate?: System declined 498 outlets 2023-2025 (net -498 total); 40 ceased operations 2025 alone.
Is a Chem-Dry (Plus) franchise worth it?: It depends on the numbers, not the pitch. Chem-Dry (Plus) scores C on disclosure honesty, carries about 7% of sales in ongoing fees, and discloses 6 legal matters. Get the real owner take-home before you sign.

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Source: WI DFI Franchise Registration (2026). FranchiseValidate is independent and not affiliated with Chem-Dry (Plus) or its franchisor. Figures are extracted from the franchisor's own public disclosure document; verify against the current FDD before any decision.