What are the acceptable payment methods for Acumera fees for Dq Treat locations?
Dq_Treat Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Payments shall be made to Acumera via credit card or auto ACH debit and shall be paid fifteen (15) days from invoice date, or if such due date falls on a weekend or holiday, on the first business day after such due date.
ACH or credit card payment shall be set up with Participating Location prior to the commencement of Service.
Fees are non-refundable.
Participating Location may pay on a monthly basis, or on an annual up-front basis according to preference.
- **10.2.
Additional or Change in Fees.** Acumera may introduce additional services or features during the Term with associated Fees, which Participating Location may elect not to utilize.
If Participating Location does not elect to use the additional services or features, then Participating Location will not be charged any additional fees.
For Fees related to the Core Services as described in an applicable Work Order, Acumera will use commercially reasonable efforts to maintain the Fees at the price specified in the Work Order for the duration of the Participating Location's term.
Source: Item 17 — The following paragraph is added to the end of Item 17 of the Disclosure Document: (FDD pages 70–378)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Dq Treat's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are required to pay Acumera fees via credit card or auto ACH debit. This payment method must be set up prior to the commencement of service. Franchisees have the option to pay these fees on a monthly basis or annually upfront, depending on their preference.
Acumera will invoice franchisees for install/set up fees and shipping and handling charges on the firewall shipping date. Invoicing, which occurs one month in advance, begins upon shipment. Payments are due fifteen days from the invoice date; if the due date falls on a weekend or holiday, the payment is due on the first business day after the due date.
It is important for prospective Dq Treat franchisees to understand these payment terms and ensure they can comply with the required payment methods to avoid any service disruptions or late fees. Franchisees should also be aware that the pricing for these services is considered confidential and may not be disclosed to third parties.