What is the estimated range for Signage including Menuboards for a Checkersrallys Modular Design Drive-Thru Restaurant?
Checkersrallys Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of expenditure | Amount | Method of payment | When Due | To whom payment is to be made |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee (See Note 1) | $20,000 - $30,000 | Lump sum | At time of signing the Franchise Agreement. | Us |
| Initial Advertising Deposit | $15,000 | Lump sum | When you begin construction at the Premises | NPF Inc. |
| Asset Transfer Fee | $0 - $10,000 | Lump Sum | At time of signing the Franchise Agreement | Us |
| Restaurant Building Costs (See Note 2) | $354,653- $1,292,640 | Dependent upon bank financing | As agreed | Suppliers, Lending Institutions |
| Restaurant Equipment & Technology (See Note 2) | $42,153 - $329,538 | As incurred | On ordering | Suppliers |
| Soft Costs (see Note 3) | $17,200 - $225,625 | Dependent upon bank financing | Dependent upon bank financing | Contractors, Suppliers, Lending Institutions |
| Signage including | $11,914 - | As | On ordering | Suppliers |
| Menuboards | $97,690 | incurred | ||
| Inventory (See Note | $4,000 - $12,000 | As | When delivered | Suppliers |
| 4) | incurred | |||
| Additional Funds - 3 Months (See Note 5) | $50,000 - $120,000 | As incurred | As incurred | Employees, suppliers, utilities, etc. |
| Column 1 Type of expenditure | Column 2 Amount | Column 3 Method of payment | Column 4 When Due | Column 5 To whom payment is to be made |
| TOTAL ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (exclusive of real estate and related costs (see Note 2 and 6)) | $514,920 - $2,132,493 |
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 30–39)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Checkersrallys's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated cost for signage, including menuboards, for a modular design drive-thru restaurant ranges from $11,914 to $97,690. This expenditure is typically paid as incurred and is due upon ordering from the suppliers.
This cost is part of the total estimated initial investment for a Checkersrallys modular design drive-thru restaurant, which ranges from $514,920 to $2,132,493, excluding real estate and related costs. The signage and menuboards are a necessary component for the restaurant's operation, ensuring that customers can see the menu and branding.
The wide range in cost for signage and menuboards could be due to factors such as the size and complexity of the signage, the quality of materials used, and the supplier chosen. A prospective Checkersrallys franchisee should inquire about the specific requirements and options for signage to better understand this cost component and potentially negotiate with suppliers to manage expenses.