When ceasing service to clients, what are Anago franchisees permitted to remove from the client's facilities?
Anago Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
SECTION 4.13 CESSATION OF SERVICE TO CLIENTS ONLY.
You will surrender, as directed by the Regional Office or the Client, all keys, codes and pass cards to Our Clients' facilities, after the completion of the last scheduled day of service. You will remove only equipment and supplies belonging to You.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 62–298)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Anago's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, when a franchisee ceases to provide services to a client, they are permitted to remove only their own equipment and supplies from the client's facilities. This means that any items belonging to the client or any other party must remain on the premises.
This stipulation ensures a smooth transition and prevents disputes over property ownership when a service agreement ends. It is the franchisee's responsibility to ensure that they only take what belongs to them to avoid potential legal issues or damage to client relationships.
This policy is fairly standard in the franchise industry, particularly in service-based franchises, as it protects the client's property and maintains professionalism. Franchisees should maintain accurate records of their equipment and supplies to avoid confusion during the cessation of services.