What is considered the prime season for a Bumble Roofing business, at a minimum?
Bumble_Roofing Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
For the purposes of this Section 8.5(b), a 33% decrease in sales from the average sales in the prior 12 months would be considered a material reduction in sales (subject to seasonal factors that may be applicable to the Territory), and a 20% reduction in profitability from the average profitability during the previous 12 months (subject to seasonal factors that may be applicable to the Territory) would be considered a material reduction in profitability based on a forecast developed by Franchisee in good faith and approved by Franchisor in its sole discretion.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 53)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
Based on the 2025 Bumble Roofing Franchise Disclosure Document, the agreement acknowledges that seasonal factors can influence sales and profitability. Specifically, it mentions that a 33% decrease in sales from the average of the prior 12 months could be considered a material reduction in sales, and a 20% reduction in profitability from the average profitability during the previous 12 months could be considered a material reduction in profitability. However, both of these considerations are "subject to seasonal factors that may be applicable to the Territory".
This indicates that Bumble Roofing recognizes that roofing businesses are subject to seasonal fluctuations, where sales and profits may vary depending on the time of year and the specific territory. The FDD does not explicitly define what constitutes the "prime season" for a Bumble Roofing business.
Prospective franchisees should discuss with Bumble Roofing the typical seasonal trends in their target territory to understand when peak sales and profits are expected and how to manage the business during slower periods. Understanding these seasonal variations is crucial for financial planning and business strategy.