From whom must a Bumble Roofing franchisee purchase the vehicle graphics and equipment package?
Bumble_Roofing Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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- Equipment and Vehicles. We do not require that you purchase a vehicle if you already own a suitable one in good condition that meets our then-current standards and specifications and can be dedicated to the Roofing Business, however, you will be required to purchase the vehicle graphics and equipment package from us or our affiliates. If you do not already own a suitable vehicle, you must either lease or purchase one. The above estimates assume that you will lease or purchase a vehicle that meets our then-current standards and specifications, in addition to the required vehicle graphics and equipment to operate a single Franchise in a single territory. The high figure assumes you fund the entire purchase with cash at the highest end of the price range. The low figure assumes you finance with a 20% down payment as described below. As noted in Item 8 certain proprietary products, including vehicle wraps and graphics, certain services, equipment or tools required or developed in the future may be supplied solely by us. These estimates are based on a 20% down payment, with the remainder financed over a 60-month term, at an interest rate of 9% plus three months of payments. Your down payment, term and interest may vary. You must obtain the required initial equipment prior to commencing operations. The required initial equipment consists of one approved vehicle (currently Ford Maverick, Ford Ranger, or Ford F150) plus certain basic tools and equipment including but not limited to a ladder, roofing samples, pressure washer, drone, and ladder rack. If paid in full, your total required equipment cost will range from $46,423 to $79,434. Below, we have shown the total investment to make you aware of the overall costs. These numbers were calculated by using a range of $30,000 to $50,000 for the Ford Truck, plus $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 ex
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 24–27)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bumble Roofing's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, if a franchisee already owns a suitable vehicle that meets Bumble Roofing's standards, they are not required to purchase a new one. However, the franchisee is required to purchase the vehicle graphics and equipment package either from Bumble Roofing itself or from its affiliates.
If a franchisee does not own a suitable vehicle, they must lease or purchase one that meets Bumble Roofing's standards. The cost for the required graphics package is estimated to be $5,000, which is included in the total required equipment cost ranging from $46,423 to $79,434. This total cost also includes the price of an approved vehicle (Ford Maverick, Ford Ranger, or Ford F150) and basic tools and equipment like a ladder, roofing samples, pressure washer, drone, and ladder rack.
Item 7 in the Bumble Roofing FDD outlines the estimated initial investment, including the costs associated with equipment and vehicles. It's important for prospective franchisees to note that certain proprietary products, such as vehicle wraps and graphics, and certain services, equipment, or tools may be exclusively supplied by Bumble Roofing. This requirement ensures brand consistency and quality control across all franchise locations.