Under what condition can a Clear Pest Pros franchisee display other trademarks or service marks?

According to Clear Pest Pros's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are generally prohibited from displaying other trademarks, logotypes, symbols, or service marks in connection with their Clear Pest Pros business. However, there is an exception: a franchisee may display other marks if they obtain prior written approval from Clear Pest Pros. This approval is required to use any marks other than the Clear Pest Pros Marks in connection with the Clear Pest Pros Business.

This requirement ensures that the Clear Pest Pros brand maintains a consistent and uniform image across all franchise locations. By controlling the use of trademarks and service marks, Clear Pest Pros aims to prevent any potential confusion among customers and to protect the brand's reputation. This is a common practice in franchising, as franchisors typically want to maintain strict control over their brand identity.

For a prospective Clear Pest Pros franchisee, this means that they must adhere to the franchisor's guidelines regarding branding and marketing materials. If a franchisee wishes to use any other trademarks or service marks, they must first seek and receive written authorization from Clear Pest Pros. Failure to comply with this requirement could result in a breach of the franchise agreement.

It is important for potential franchisees to understand these restrictions and to factor them into their business plans. While the franchise agreement does not elaborate on the criteria Clear Pest Pros uses to evaluate requests for using other trademarks, a prospective franchisee should discuss this with the franchisor to understand the approval process and potential scenarios where such approval might be granted.