Is a Buildingstars franchisee required to purchase or lease goods, services, supplies, fixtures, or equipment from Buildingstars or its affiliates?
Buildingstars Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
FRANCHISEE shall use all equipment, products and supplies in the operation of the Business that meet BUILDINGSTARS' standards and specifications as set forth in the Confidential Operations Manual. FRANCHISEE must purchase the required equipment and supplies in order to begin operation of the Business. This start-up equipment and supplies may be purchased from BUILDINGSTARS or its Affiliate.
Source: Item 8 — RESTRICTIONS ON SOURCES OF PRODUCTS AND SERVICES (FDD pages 18–19)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Buildingstars Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must use equipment, products, and supplies that meet Buildingstars' standards and specifications as detailed in the Confidential Operations Manual. To begin operations, franchisees must acquire the necessary equipment and supplies.
The FDD specifies that this initial set of equipment and supplies can be purchased either from Buildingstars or from its affiliates. This indicates that while franchisees must adhere to certain standards, they have the option to source their initial supplies from Buildingstars or an affiliated entity.
This requirement ensures brand consistency and quality control across all Buildingstars franchise locations. However, it also means franchisees need to factor in the cost of these initial supplies and equipment when planning their startup expenses. While the franchisee has the option to purchase from Buildingstars or its affiliate, the FDD does not specify if there are alternative approved suppliers.