Who bears the expense of inspections conducted by 360 Painting?
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.
Source: Item 21 — FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (FDD page 56)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 360 Painting Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisee is responsible for the costs associated with maintaining their vehicles. Specifically, the franchisee must keep the vehicles in good order and repair at their own expense.
This means that the franchisee bears the financial burden of any inspections of the vehicles used in the 360 Painting business. The franchisee must also make the vehicles available for inspection by 360 Painting within the Protected Territory, at a location that is reasonably agreed upon by both parties.
This requirement ensures that 360 Painting franchisees maintain a certain standard for their vehicles, which reflects on the brand's image. It is a common practice in franchising for franchisees to bear the costs of maintaining and repairing their own equipment and vehicles.