Can Bigfoot Forestry franchisees sell goods or services that Bigfoot Forestry has disapproved?

According to the 2025 Bigfoot Forestry FDD, franchisees are explicitly prohibited from selling goods or services that Bigfoot Forestry has disapproved. Franchisees must offer and provide all Bigfoot Forestry Services that the company requires, and while some services may be designated as optional, franchisees cannot offer any other goods or services without prior written permission from Bigfoot Forestry.

This restriction ensures brand consistency and quality control across all Bigfoot Forestry franchise locations. By maintaining strict control over the goods and services offered, Bigfoot Forestry aims to protect its brand reputation and customer experience. This also allows Bigfoot Forestry to adapt to market changes and introduce new services or products uniformly across the franchise system.

For a prospective franchisee, this means they must adhere to the approved list of goods and services and cannot deviate without express permission. Requesting approval for additional goods or services is possible, but there is no guarantee it will be granted. Franchisees need to factor in this limitation when evaluating the potential revenue streams and business opportunities within their territory. It is important to discuss with Bigfoot Forestry what criteria they use to approve or disapprove new goods and services.