Under what conditions can an Anago franchisee hold interests in a Competitive Janitorial or Facilities-Related Franchised Business during the term of the agreement?

Based on the 2025 Anago Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee is generally restricted from engaging in any competitive business during the term of their agreement. The FDD defines a "Competitive Janitorial or Facilities-Related Franchised Business" or "Competitive Business" as a business engaged, directly or indirectly, in providing janitorial and facilities-related services to non-Anago clients as part of a franchised or licensed brand, or selling franchises of non-Anago janitorial and other facilities-related services businesses.

This restriction means that an Anago franchisee cannot own or operate a competing janitorial franchise or business while they are an Anago franchisee. This is a fairly standard clause in franchise agreements to protect the brand and prevent franchisees from diverting resources or knowledge gained from Anago to a competing venture.

Prospective franchisees should carefully consider this restriction and ensure they are fully committed to the Anago franchise before signing the agreement. It would be prudent to seek legal counsel to fully understand the implications of this clause and how it might affect any existing or future business interests.