What is the estimated range for Initial Inventory costs for an Aerus Standard Program?
Aerus Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
ASSOCIATE PROGRAMS)**
| Type of Expenditure | Estimated Cost – Standard Program | Estimated Cost – Associate Program | Method of Payment | When Due | To Whom Payment is to be made |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise(1) Fee | $3,000 | $1,000 | Lump Sum | At Signing of Franchise Agreement | Us |
| Beyond Addendum(2) | $0 to $100 | $0 to $100 | Lump Sum | As Arranged | Us |
| Fee | |||||
| Leasehold | $0 to $15,000 | $0 to $5, |
Source: Item 7 — Estimated Initial Investment (FDD pages 27–29)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Aerus's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated initial inventory costs for a Standard Program range from $15,000 to $90,000. This includes supplies, consigned products, and spare parts. The payment can be made in a lump sum or as arranged with Aerus, its affiliate, or other suppliers. These costs are due upon placement of the order and as arranged.
Note 6 in Item 7 of the FDD further clarifies that the opening inventory of products and supplies will vary based on the franchisee's expected business volume, the size of the premises, and the size of any storage areas. Franchisees will order an initial inventory of Consigned Products, and the estimate includes a security deposit for this initial supply. This security deposit is fully earned and payable at the time of signing the Franchise Agreement, according to the manuals. The estimate also includes the cost of an initial supply of parts and supplies.
Prospective Aerus franchisees should carefully consider their anticipated sales volume and storage capacity when budgeting for initial inventory. It is important to discuss these factors with Aerus to determine an appropriate inventory level. Understanding the payment terms and the nature of the security deposit for consigned products is also crucial for managing initial investment costs. Franchisees should also refer to Item 8 of the FDD for more information about purchase requirements.