Is a Clear Pest Pros franchisee encouraged to join a local business organization?
Clear_Pest_Pros Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
You are also encouraged to be a member of at least one local or community-based business organization, such as your local Chamber of Commerce, BNI, Caerusnet, or similar organization, at your expense. We reserve the right to change this requirement from time to time.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 67–68)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Clear Pest Pros Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are encouraged to join at least one local or community-based business organization. Examples of such organizations include the local Chamber of Commerce, BNI, and Caerusnet.
This membership would be at the franchisee's own expense. Clear Pest Pros also retains the right to change this recommendation or requirement at any time, so it is subject to change during the term of the franchise agreement.
Joining a local business organization can be a valuable way for a Clear Pest Pros franchisee to network, build relationships, and promote their business within their community. However, franchisees should factor in the costs of membership and participation when budgeting for their business.