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What constitutes a failure to obtain prior written approval from Bumble Roofing, and what are the consequences?

Bumble_Roofing Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

istribution outlets (other than Roofing Businesses), or by Internet commerce (e-commerce), mail order or otherwise, whether inside or outside the Territory;

  • (e) to use any websites utilizing a domain name incorporating one or more of the words "Bumble Roofing" or similar derivatives thereof. Franchisor retains the sole right to market on the Internet and use the Marks on the Internet, including all use of websites, domain names, URL's, directory addresses, metatags, linking, advertising, and co-branding and other arrangements. Franchisee may not independently market on the Internet, or use any domain name, address, locator, link, metatag, or search technique, with words or symbols similar to the Marks or otherwise establish any presence on the Internet without Franchisor's prior written approval. Franchisor intends that any Franchisee website be accessed only through Franchisor's home page. Franchisee will provide Franchisor with content for Franchisor's Internet marketing, and will sign Internet and intranet usage agreements, if any. Franchisor retains the right to approve any linking or other use of its website;
  • (f) to acquire businesses that are the same as or similar to the Roofing Business and operate such businesses regardless of where such businesses are located, including inside the Territory and to be acquired by any third party which operates businesses that are the same as or similar to the Roofing Business regardless of where such businesses are located, including inside the Territory; and
  • (g) to directly or indirectly provide services to National Accounts located inside or outside the Territory as further described in Section 4.7.
  • 4.3 Franchisee may be granted, at Franchisor's sole discretion, express permission to sell or service customers in an unsold territory adjacent to Franchisee's Territory ("Adjacent Territory");

Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 53)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to Bumble Roofing's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, several actions require the franchisee to obtain prior written approval from the franchisor. These include marketing on the internet or using any domain name, address, locator, link, metatag, or search technique with words or symbols similar to Bumble Roofing's marks, or otherwise establishing any presence on the Internet without prior written approval. Additionally, if the franchisee is a corporation, limited liability company, partnership, or other business entity, they cannot issue shares or interests in the capital of such entity, nor sell, assign, transfer, convey, donate, pledge, mortgage, or otherwise encumber any such shares or interest without Bumble Roofing's prior written consent.

The consequences for failing to obtain this required prior written approval can be significant. While the document does not explicitly state the consequences within the sections outlining the approval requirements, it does state that failure to remedy any breach of the agreement specified by Bumble Roofing in a written notice to the franchisee, as per Sections 17.1 or 17.2, can impact the franchisee's ability to extend the franchise agreement for a Successor Term.

Furthermore, the document states that a default under one Bumble Roofing franchise agreement constitutes a default under any other Bumble Roofing franchise agreement the franchisee may have, with similar remedies available to Bumble Roofing. This implies that failing to obtain prior written approval, if deemed a default, could trigger consequences across multiple franchise agreements, potentially leading to termination. Prospective franchisees should carefully review Sections 17.1 and 17.2 of the franchise agreement to fully understand what constitutes a breach and the specific remedies available to Bumble Roofing.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.