When is the initial package fee due for a Clear Pest Pros franchise, and are there any exceptions?
Clear_Pest_Pros Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
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| Type of Expenditure | Amount | Method of Payment | When Due | To Whom Payment Is To Be Made | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise | $35,000 | $35,000 | Lump sum | On signing the | Us |
| Fee (1) | Franchise Agreement | ||||
| Initial Package Fee (2) | $38,000 | $38,000 | Lump sum | On signing the Franch |
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 28–32)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Clear Pest Pros's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the initial package fee, which ranges from $38,000 to $38,000, is due in a lump sum upon signing the Franchise Agreement. This fee is payable to Clear Pest Pros and third-party vendors.
An exception to this payment schedule exists for franchisees who are awarded additional franchises. The FDD specifies that the initial package fee is 'not applicable for additional franchises awarded to you,' meaning existing franchisees expanding their operations will not be required to pay this fee again.
The initial package includes essential items such as a tablet, backpack sprayer, consumables, vehicle magnets, and an allowance for required van graphics. This package is a necessary component for starting a Clear Pest Pros franchise, ensuring that franchisees have the basic tools and branding materials to begin operations. The fact that the fee is not required for additional franchises incentivizes growth within the Clear Pest Pros system.