If deficiencies are detected during an inspection of a Card My Yard business, what is the franchisee required to do?
Card_My_Yard Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- (6) To grant us and our agents the right to enter the Card My Yard business at any reasonable time to conduct inspections; to cooperate with our representatives conducting the inspections by rendering such assistance as they may reasonably request; and, upon notice from us or our agents (and without limiting our other rights under this Agreement), to take any and all steps that may be necessary to correct promptly any deficiencies detected during an inspection.
If you fail for any reason to correct such deficiencies within a reasonable time, as determined by us, we will have the right and authority (but no obligation) to correct the deficiencies and to charge you a reasonable fee, payable on demand, for our expenses in taking the corrective action (including, without limitation, any necessary re-inspection);
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 84–259)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Card My Yard's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are required to take necessary steps to promptly correct any deficiencies detected during an inspection. Card My Yard and its agents have the right to enter the business at any reasonable time to conduct these inspections, and franchisees must cooperate with the representatives during the inspection.
If a franchisee fails to correct the deficiencies within a reasonable time frame, as determined by Card My Yard, the company has the right, but not the obligation, to correct the deficiencies themselves. The franchisee will then be charged a reasonable fee for the expenses incurred by Card My Yard in taking corrective action, including any necessary re-inspection fees. This fee is payable on demand.
This clause ensures that Card My Yard maintains its brand standards across all franchise locations. It also protects the brand's reputation by ensuring that any operational shortcomings are addressed quickly and effectively. For a prospective franchisee, this means being prepared for regular inspections and being proactive in addressing any issues that are identified to avoid additional fees and maintain compliance with the franchise agreement.