Does the definition of 'Bigfoot Forestry Services' include other comparable services?
Bigfoot_Forestry Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- "Bigfoot Forestry Services" means and includes all services that we periodically require or authorize for Bigfoot Forestry Businesses, including land clearing, excavation and maintenance services as well as related services such as stump grinding, forestry mulching, geological test trail clearing, demolition, snow removal and other comparable services.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 42–162)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Bigfoot Forestry FDD, the definition of 'Bigfoot Forestry Services' does include comparable services. Specifically, Bigfoot Forestry Services encompasses all services that Bigfoot Forestry periodically requires or authorizes for its businesses. These services include land clearing, excavation, and maintenance services.
In addition to the core services, the definition extends to related services such as stump grinding, forestry mulching, geological test trail clearing, demolition, and snow removal. Importantly, the definition also includes 'other comparable services,' indicating that the scope of services is not limited to those explicitly listed.
For a prospective franchisee, this broad definition means that Bigfoot Forestry has the flexibility to add or modify the services offered under the franchise. While this could present opportunities for growth and adaptation to market demands, it also carries the risk that franchisees may be required to offer new services that necessitate additional investment in training, equipment, or licensing.