Chem-Dry

$CDHRF500 #182
CategoryMaintenance
SubcategoryCarpet & Upholstery Services
Locations941
Franchisee Count5
Franchise Fee$36,000
Item 7 Low$92,150
Item 7 Midpoint$170,825
Item 7 High$249,500
Royalty FeesBetween 4% and 7% of Gross Sales, beginning the first month after Initial Training
Ad / Brand Fund3%
Sold Not Open5
ParentChem-Dry, Inc.
PE / InvestorASP BF Intermediate Sub, LLC
Founded1977
Completeness34/34 (100%)
Years in Business48
Began Franchising1978
HQAnn Arbor, MI
Executives8
LinksWeb
Main Phone734-864-9799
FDD IssuedMarch 30, 2026
Last UpdatedJul 20, 2026
FDDs2026 · 2025 · 2022 🔒
Franchisor

Chem-Dry, Inc. grants franchises for the establishment and operation of a business that provides carpet cleaning, upholstery cleaning, hard surface cleaning, spot removal, and other services to residential and commercial customers.

Required computer system at franchisee's office meeting System requirements for franchise management software QuickBooks and other franchisor-required software; system serves as point-of-sale system. Franchisee must maintain approved email account with @chemdry.com suffix, fiber-optic or high-speed internet/cable/satellite connection. Franchisor provides Operations Manual and System Standards (loaned copy). Franchisor may create website interior pages for franchisee's business using franchisor-provided templates, subject to franchisor approval. Franchisee prohibited from establishing separate websites, social media profiles, or internet advertising without written franchisor approval; if approved, must use franchisor templates and comply with System Standards. Franchisor designates phone models/suppliers and may provide business phone number with call forwarding capability.

Chem-Dry, Inc. grants franchises for the establishment and operation of a business that provides carpet cleaning, upholstery cleaning, hard surface cleaning, spot removal, and other services to residential and commercial customers.

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