Criterium Engineers

$CERNF500 #501
CategoryServices
SubcategoryHome Inspections
Locations29
Franchisee Count29
Franchise Fee$12,000
Item 7 Low$54,500
Item 7 Midpoint$69,500
Item 7 High$84,500
Royalty Fees6% of revenue, tiered down as annual revenue exceeds $300,000
Ad / Brand Fund1%
Sold Not Open0
ParentCoast to Coast Engineering Services, Inc.
Founded1957
Completeness34/34 (100%)
Years in Business69
Began Franchising1989
HQFreeport, ME
Executives6
Main Phone1-800-242-1969
Email
FDD IssuedMarch 31, 2026
Last UpdatedAug 2, 2026
FDDs2026 · 2025 · 2024 · 2022 🔒
Franchisor

Criterium Engineers offers franchises for the Franchised Consulting Engineering Business, specializing in providing reports, inspections, consultations, investigations, and litigation support services on the structural and mechanical aspects of buildings.

Franchisees must equip their offices with systems capable of supporting business operations, including a dedicated business telephone line, high-speed internet, a modern laptop, and software like QuickBooks Online and Constant Contact. An automated nightly data backup system is also required.

Criterium Engineers offers franchises for the Franchised Consulting Engineering Business, specializing in providing reports, inspections, consultations, investigations, and litigation support services on the structural and mechanical aspects of buildings.

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