Are there any fees associated with Cr3 American Exteriors' review of alternative suppliers?

According to Cr3 American Exteriors' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there are no fees associated with the review or approval of alternative suppliers. If a franchisee wants to propose a new supplier, they must submit a written request to Cr3 American Exteriors at their Virginia Beach address.

Cr3 American Exteriors will evaluate the proposed supplier based on criteria like product quality, pricing, reputation, and financial stability. The company will notify the franchisee of their decision within 30 days of receiving the request. If Cr3 American Exteriors fails to respond within this timeframe and the alternative supplier meets the requirements outlined in the Operations Manual, the request is considered approved.

This policy benefits franchisees by allowing them to seek potentially more cost-effective or higher-quality suppliers, which could improve their profit margins or service quality. However, franchisees must still ensure that any alternative supplier meets Cr3 American Exteriors' standards and specifications to maintain consistency within the franchise system. The franchisor retains the right to revoke approval of any supplier, providing written notice to the franchisee.

It is important to note that while there are no fees for the review process itself, franchisees are still responsible for ensuring the alternative supplier meets all of Cr3 American Exteriors' criteria. Failure to comply with approved supplier standards could impact the franchisee's ability to renew their franchise agreement.