How much does a Hoe In The Wall franchise cost?

The FDD lists a total initial investment of about $87,000–$132,800, including a $59,500 initial franchise fee.

Is a Hoe In The Wall franchise worth it?

It depends on the numbers, not the pitch. Hoe In The Wall scores D on disclosure honesty, carries about 8% of sales in ongoing fees. Get the real owner take-home before you sign.

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The real numbers on owning a Hoe In The Wall franchise

Drywall Repair Services · FDD 2026 · from public state filings

DDisclosure honesty

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

★★☆☆☆ FranchiseValidate transparency rating: 2/5

Investment

$87,000–$132,800

Total fees

8% of sales

Outlets

Closure signals

0 ceased, 0 terminated

Lawsuits

Is Hoe In The Wall worth it? How it compares to 337 similar franchises

Ongoing fees	8% of sales	lower than most (median 8%)
Startup cost	from $87,000	cheaper than most (median $135,550)
Disclosure honesty	Grade D	less honest than most of the category
Closure rate	0.0% of outlets	better than most (median 1.5%)
Disclosed lawsuits	0	fewer than most

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What their own earnings claim actually says

One affiliate-owned Orlando location (2014) and two 2024 Florida franchises. Affiliate shows $400,731 net profit (31%). Two franchises show $89,684 and $57,228 net income. Minimal expense details for franchises.

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)

Zero terminations/transfers 2023-2025. All 24 franchises opened 2025. Very new system.

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Franchisor's framing: One affiliate-owned Orlando location (2014) and two 2024 Florida franchises. Affiliate shows $4…

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Hoe In The Wall franchise — frequently asked

How much does a Hoe In The Wall franchise cost?: The FDD lists a total initial investment of about $87,000–$132,800, including a $59,500 initial franchise fee.
How much do Hoe In The Wall franchise owners make?: One affiliate-owned Orlando location (2014) and two 2024 Florida franchises. Affiliate shows $400,731 net profit (31%). Two franchises show $89,684 and $57,228 net income. Minimal expense details for franchises. We grade this disclosure D for honesty.
What is the Hoe In The Wall franchise failure rate?: Zero terminations/transfers 2023-2025. All 24 franchises opened 2025. Very new system.
Is a Hoe In The Wall franchise worth it?: It depends on the numbers, not the pitch. Hoe In The Wall scores D on disclosure honesty, carries about 8% of sales in ongoing fees. 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 Hoe In The Wall or its franchisor. Figures are extracted from the franchisor's own public disclosure document; verify against the current FDD before any decision.