Can Craters & Freighters inspect and photograph the premises of the Franchised Business?
Craters_Freighters Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- 12.2 Inspections at Premises.
To determine whether Franchisee and the Franchised Business are complying with this Agreement and, more specifically, all System Standards, Franchisor, any Affiliate of Franchisor, or any designee of Franchisee has the right at any reasonable time, and without prior notice to Franchisee, to: (1) inspect and photograph the Premises, and (2) interview personnel and customers of the Franchised Business.
Franchisee agrees to cooperate fully with Franchisor in connection with any such inspections and interviews, including but not limited to using any evaluation forms and surveys prescribed by Franchisor.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 49–50)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Craters & Freighters' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Craters & Freighters, its affiliates, or its designees have the right to inspect and photograph the premises of the franchised business. This is to determine if the franchisee is complying with the franchise agreement and the System Standards. These inspections can occur at any reasonable time and without prior notice to the franchisee.
In addition to inspecting and photographing the premises, Craters & Freighters also has the right to interview personnel and customers of the franchised business during these inspections. The franchisee is expected to fully cooperate with Craters & Freighters during these inspections and interviews, including using any evaluation forms and surveys that Craters & Freighters prescribes.
These inspections are part of Craters & Freighters' oversight to ensure that franchisees maintain uniform standards of operation and uphold the reputation and goodwill of the brand. Franchisees should be prepared to accommodate these inspections and maintain compliance with all System Standards to avoid any potential issues.