Are Buildingstars Technician Program franchisees allowed to perform Specialty Work?
Buildingstars Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
For the On-Site Manager Program, you will pay a Royalty Fee of 20% instead of 10% on those Gross Sales attributable to Specialty Work. For the Corporate Program, you will pay a Royalty Fee of 30% instead of 10% on those Gross Sales attributable to Specialty Work. "Specialty Work" means project work that is above and beyond the scope of the monthly janitorial services, such as carpet cleaning, floor refinishing, window cleaning, and special projects. Franchisees in the Technician Program are not permitted to do Specialty Work.
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES\ (FDD pages 14–16)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Buildingstars's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Technician Program franchisees are specifically prohibited from performing Specialty Work. The FDD defines "Specialty Work" as project work that goes beyond regular monthly janitorial services, including tasks like carpet cleaning, floor refinishing, window cleaning, and other special projects. This restriction is explicitly stated in the context of royalty fees for other franchise programs, where On-Site Manager Program franchisees pay a 20% royalty fee and Corporate Program franchisees pay a 30% royalty fee on Gross Sales attributable to Specialty Work, instead of the standard 10%.
This limitation has significant implications for prospective Buildingstars franchisees considering the Technician Program. It means their revenue will be limited to standard janitorial services, potentially capping their earning potential compared to franchisees in the On-Site Manager or Corporate Programs who can supplement their income with Specialty Work. Technician Program franchisees should carefully consider whether this restriction aligns with their business goals and revenue expectations.
Prospective franchisees should inquire with Buildingstars about the typical revenue split between standard janitorial services and Specialty Work in other franchise programs to fully understand the potential financial impact of this restriction. Understanding the demand for and profitability of Specialty Work in their target market is crucial for making an informed decision about which Buildingstars franchise program best suits their needs and ambitions.