Who bears the cost of ensuring 360 Painting vehicles meet the franchisor's specifications?
360_Painting Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Franchisee shall, at its own cost and expense, maintain the Vehicles in good order and repair, and make the Vehicles available for inspection by Franchisor at any place within the Protected Territory as the parties may reasonably agree.
- (v) Franchisee shall complete, at its own expense and to Franchisor's satisfaction, all maintenance, updating, refurbishing and replacement of the Vehicles and all maintenance, refurnishing, renovation, modernizing and remodeling of the Business as Franchisor shall reasonably require (including, but not limited to, purchasing additional Vehicles and installation of new equipment or systems) so as to reflect the current image and standards of the 360 Painting Business and the Vehicles;
Source: Item 21 — FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (FDD page 56)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 FDD, the 360 Painting franchisee is responsible for the costs associated with maintaining their vehicles in accordance with the franchisor's standards. This includes keeping the vehicles in good order and repair.
The franchisee must also make the vehicles available for inspection by 360 Painting representatives within the franchisee's protected territory. The location for inspection must be reasonably agreed upon by both parties.
Furthermore, when renewing the franchise agreement, the franchisee is responsible for all expenses related to updating, refurbishing, and replacing the vehicles to meet the current image and standards of 360 Painting. This may include purchasing additional vehicles or installing new equipment.
These stipulations ensure that all 360 Painting vehicles maintain a consistent brand image and meet the franchisor's operational standards, with the financial burden of upkeep and upgrades falling on the franchisee.