How much does a Linc Service franchise cost?

The FDD lists a total initial investment of about $66,530–$140,050, including a $65,000 initial franchise fee.

Is a Linc Service franchise worth it?

It depends on the numbers, not the pitch. Linc Service scores C on disclosure honesty, carries about 3.5% of sales in ongoing fees. Get the real owner take-home before you sign.

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The real numbers on owning a Linc Service franchise

HVAC Service Franchise · FDD 2026 · from public state filings

CDisclosure honesty

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

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

Investment

$66,530–$140,050

Total fees

3.5% of sales

Outlets

103

Closure signals

5 ceased, 5 terminated

Lawsuits

Is Linc Service worth it? How it compares to 29 similar franchises

Ongoing fees	3.5% of sales	lower than most (median 8%)
Startup cost	from $66,530	cheaper than most (median $113,640)
Disclosure honesty	Grade C	less honest than most of the category
Closure rate	4.9% of outlets	worse than 75% of peers
Disclosed lawsuits	0	fewer than most

Benchmarked against every home & trade services franchise we've graded from public FDDs — the context the franchisor's pitch never gives you.

What their own earnings claim actually says

FY2024 gross profit by revenue tier and service type (76 franchises). Excludes 13 terminated, 15 non-reporting. No net income projections provided.

Failure & turnover reality (Item 20)

30% decline in franchised outlets (2023-2025); 10 terminations/non-renewals in 2024-2025.

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Linc Service franchise — frequently asked

How much does a Linc Service franchise cost?: The FDD lists a total initial investment of about $66,530–$140,050, including a $65,000 initial franchise fee.
How much do Linc Service franchise owners make?: FY2024 gross profit by revenue tier and service type (76 franchises). Excludes 13 terminated, 15 non-reporting. No net income projections provided. We grade this disclosure C for honesty.
What is the Linc Service franchise failure rate?: 30% decline in franchised outlets (2023-2025); 10 terminations/non-renewals in 2024-2025.
Is a Linc Service franchise worth it?: It depends on the numbers, not the pitch. Linc Service scores C on disclosure honesty, carries about 3.5% 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 Linc Service or its franchisor. Figures are extracted from the franchisor's own public disclosure document; verify against the current FDD before any decision.