Who owns the Bumble Roofing operating manual?
Bumble_Roofing Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
WHEREAS, Franchisor and its affiliates have developed a comprehensive system for the operation of a business which offers and sells roofing installation and repairs, and related products and services, for residential and commercial customers.
WHEREAS, Roofing Businesses are operated under a unique business system, including valuable know-how, information, Trade Secrets, Confidential Information, methods, Manual, standards, designs, methods of trademark usage, copyrights, sources and specifications, confidential electronic and other communications, methods of Internet usage, marketing programs, and research and development (the "System").
WHEREAS, the distinguishing characteristics of the System include the trademark "BUMBLE ROOFING" and other trademarks and trade names, confidential operating procedures, confidential Manual, standards and specifications for equipment, services and products, method of Internet usage, methods of service, management and marketing programs and sales techniques and strategies. All of these distinguishing characteristics may be changed, improved, and further developed by Franchisor from time to time. They are Franchisor's Confidential Information and Trade Secrets and are designated by and identified with the Marks described in this Agreement.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 53)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bumble Roofing's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Bumble Roofing Franchisor, LLC owns the operating manual. The FDD specifies that the franchisor and its affiliates have developed a comprehensive system for operating a roofing business, including a confidential manual.
The manual contains confidential operating procedures, standards, and specifications for equipment, services, and products. This manual is a key component of the Bumble Roofing system, which also includes trademarks, trade secrets, and methods for internet usage, service, management, marketing programs, and sales techniques.
Bumble Roofing retains the right to modify, improve, and further develop these characteristics from time to time. As a franchisee, you must operate your Bumble Roofing business in accordance with the system detailed in the manual, ensuring uniformity and adherence to the franchisor's standards.