What is the estimated range of costs for equipment and vehicles required to start a Bumble Roofing franchise?
Bumble_Roofing Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
IMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT
| Type of Expenditure (1) | Estimated Low/High Amount | Method of Payment | When Due | To Whom Payment is Made |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee (2) | $49,500 | Lump sum | Upon signing the Franchise Agreement | Franchisor |
| Travel and living expenses while training (3) | $2,000/$5,000 | As incurred | As incurred during training | Airlines, hotels, restaurants |
| Equipment and Vehicles (4) | $11,598/$79,434 | As incurred | Before Launch | Franchisor, vendors |
| Online Training with National Roofing | $250 | As incurred | Before Launch | Suppliers |
| Contractors Association | ||||
| GPS Tracking Systems | $150/$400 | As incurred | Before Launch | Vendors |
| Insurance (5) | $2,000/$20,000 | As incurred | Before Launch | Vendors |
| Computer, Phone and Technology | $3,000/$6,000 | Lump sum | At delivery | Suppliers, vendors |
| Systems (6) | ||||
| Professional Fees (7) | $1,000/$5,000 | As incurred | As incurred | Suppliers |
| Office Related Expenses | $500/$1,250 | As incurred | Before Launch | Suppliers |
| Local Software Setup Fee (8) | $0 - $2,000 | As incurred | Before Launch | Suppliers |
| Business Licenses and Permits (9) | $2,000/$10,000 | As incurred | Before Launch | Federal, state and local government agencies |
| Opening Advertising/Marketing (10) | $20,000/$30,000 | As incurred | Varied times | Vendors |
| Advertising/Marketing (Ongoing)(11) | $15,000/$40,000 | As incurred | Varied times | Vendors |
| Additional Funds - 3 months (12) | $65,000 | As incurred | Varied times | Suppliers, utilities |
| TOTAL (13) | $ |
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 24–27)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bumble Roofing's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated cost for equipment and vehicles ranges from $11,598 to $79,434. This estimate includes the cost of leasing or purchasing a vehicle that meets Bumble Roofing's standards, along with the required vehicle graphics and equipment needed to operate a single franchise in a single territory.
The FDD specifies that Bumble Roofing does not require franchisees to purchase a vehicle if they already own a suitable one that meets the company's standards. However, even if a franchisee owns a suitable vehicle, they are still required to purchase the vehicle graphics and equipment package from Bumble Roofing or its affiliates. The required initial equipment includes an approved vehicle (currently Ford Maverick, Ford Ranger, or Ford F150), basic tools, and equipment such as a ladder, roofing samples, pressure washer, drone, and ladder rack.
The high figure assumes the franchisee funds the entire purchase with cash at the highest end of the price range, while the low figure assumes financing with a 20% down payment, with the remainder financed over a 60-month term at an interest rate of 9% plus three months of payments. The FDD provides a breakdown of these costs, including a range of $30,000 to $50,000 for the Ford Truck, $5,000 for the required graphics package, and up to $7,000 for various tools and equipment. The high amount includes an additional 12% buffer to account for extra expenses or inflation.
Prospective franchisees should consider these costs carefully and determine whether to lease or purchase a vehicle, as well as whether to finance the purchase. It is also important to note that these are estimates, and the actual costs may vary. Franchisees should also be aware that certain proprietary products, including vehicle wraps and graphics, and certain services, equipment, or tools required or developed in the future may be supplied solely by Bumble Roofing.