How soon after signing the Bumble Roofing Franchise Agreement must I apply for required licenses and permits?

According to Bumble Roofing's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, as a franchisee, you are required to apply for all necessary licenses and permits within 10 business days of signing the Franchise Agreement. This requirement ensures that you begin the process of legal compliance promptly after committing to the franchise. Failing to adhere to this timeline could potentially delay the opening of your Bumble Roofing business.

In addition to applying for licenses and permits promptly, you cannot open your Bumble Roofing business until you have fulfilled several conditions. These include completing the initial training program to Bumble Roofing's satisfaction, paying all outstanding amounts owed to the company, providing copies of all required insurance policies and certificates, and confirming that all approvals and conditions outlined in the Franchise Agreement have been met. You must also have all required permits and licenses or have made arrangements acceptable to Bumble Roofing to operate under another existing license, and have all necessary equipment, supplies, inventory, and computer systems in place.

The FDD also states that Bumble Roofing estimates the typical time between signing the Franchise Agreement and opening your roofing business to be 60 to 90 days. However, this timeline can be affected by factors such as securing financing, obtaining necessary licenses and permits, the timing of equipment delivery, and the time of year the Franchise Agreement is executed in relation to the typical roofing season. You are required to open and commence operations within 180 days of signing the Franchise Agreement.

Overall, the prompt application for required licenses and permits is a critical step in the opening process for a Bumble Roofing franchise. Meeting this and other obligations outlined in the Franchise Agreement will help ensure a smooth and timely launch of your business.