What is the current monthly Technology Fee for a Bumble Roofing franchise, and what does it cover?
Bumble_Roofing Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Software and Computer Equipment
Currently, you must have or purchase a personal computer ("Hardware") which runs on a Windows or Macintosh operating system. Your computer must also have Microsoft Office XP Professional or a more recent version installed and operating and the web-based resource center software ("Software"). The Hardware and Software are referred to as the "Computer System." You must update your Computer System, at your expense, as we may require periodically to meet our specifications as they evolve. There are no contractual limitations on the frequency and cost of your obligations to upgrade or update the Computer System. Upgrades, in some cases, may only be available through our suppliers. We may change the designated suppliers occasionally on written notice to you. Neither we nor any supplier has any obligation under the Franchise Agreement to provide ongoing maintenance, repairs, upgrades or updates to the Computer System. We estimate the cost of optional or required maintenance, updates and upgrades will be $0 to $500 per year. In addition, you must pay us a monthly Technology Fee (currently $345 per month) for access to our designated technology package, and 4 Microsoft Exchange email addresses. In addition, you must pay us or our designated third-party supplier all initial software license fees for any software you are required to use in the operation of your Roofing Business. We may charge the fees described in this paragraph at any
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS, AND TRAINING (FDD pages 30–37)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bumble Roofing's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must pay a monthly Technology Fee of $345. This fee provides access to Bumble Roofing's designated technology package and four Microsoft Exchange email addresses.
In addition to the Technology Fee, franchisees are responsible for the costs of computer hardware and software, including updates and upgrades. Bumble Roofing may change the designated suppliers for these items, and franchisees are obligated to use the updated systems. The cost of optional or required maintenance, updates, and upgrades is estimated to be between $0 and $500 per year.
Bumble Roofing retains the right to modify the Technology Fee with 30 days' written notice. Franchisees also bear the costs for initial software license fees for any required software. This fee structure ensures franchisees have access to the necessary technology while allowing Bumble Roofing to maintain and update its systems.
Prospective franchisees should consider these ongoing technology costs when evaluating the overall investment required to operate a Bumble Roofing franchise. It is important to factor in potential increases to the Technology Fee and the costs associated with maintaining and upgrading computer systems and software.