When can Bumble Roofing modify a franchisee's territory?

According to Bumble Roofing's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisor reserves the right to modify a franchisee's territory under specific circumstances, primarily at the time of a Successor Franchise Agreement. This modification is intended to align the territory size with Bumble Roofing's current standards for protected territories. This could occur if there have been changes in the population or the number of qualified households within the original territory. It also applies if Bumble Roofing uses different standards or calculations for determining the size of protected territories at the time of renewal.

This means that when a franchisee's initial agreement is up for renewal, Bumble Roofing can reassess the territory size based on updated demographic data or revised territory standards. If the original territory now encompasses more than one protected territory under the new standards, Bumble Roofing may require the franchisee to sign multiple Successor Franchise Agreements to continue operating in the entire original area. This could potentially lead to increased costs or administrative burdens for the franchisee, as they might need to manage multiple agreements instead of one.

Furthermore, Bumble Roofing retains the exclusive right to determine the boundaries of a franchisee's territory and can change, modify, or delete the Household Limit (the maximum number of single-family households in a territory) at its sole discretion. This gives Bumble Roofing significant control over territory sizes and configurations, which could impact a franchisee's market potential and competitive landscape. While the FDD states that Bumble Roofing will use its business judgment in these decisions, the ultimate authority rests with the franchisor.

In addition to modifications during the Successor Franchise Agreement, Bumble Roofing also reserves the right to assign specific jobs within a franchisee's territory to another franchisee, complete the job themselves, or hire a third-party specialist if they determine the franchisee is unable or unwilling to handle the job. This does not constitute a territory modification per se, but it does impact the franchisee's ability to service all potential customers within their designated area. Prospective franchisees should carefully consider these factors and discuss territory-related policies with Bumble Roofing to fully understand their rights and obligations.