How many Dq Treat outlets were operating in Illinois at the start of 2024?
Dq_Treat Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| State | Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Termi- nations | Non- Renewals | Reacquired by Franchisor | Ceased Operations - Other Reasons | Outlets at End of the Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 2022 2023 2024 | 41 38 36 | 2 2 1 | 1 | 38 36 35 |
| State | Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Termi- nations | Non- Renewals | Reacquired by Franchisor | Ceased Operations - Other Reasons | Outlets at End of the Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 2022 2023 | 78 77 | 1 | 77 77 | ||||
| 2024 | 77 | 1 | 4 | 72 |
Source: Item 20 — UItem 20U***:** U**Outlets and Franchisee Information (FDD pages 56–67)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Dq Treat's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were two different types of Dq Treat outlets in Illinois. For direct-licensed outlets, there were 36 locations operating at the start of 2024. For subfranchised territory operator outlets, there were 77 locations operating at the start of 2024. Therefore, the total number of Dq Treat locations operating in Illinois at the start of 2024 was 113.
It is important to note that the figures for subfranchised outlets are provided by territory operators and are not independently verified by ADQ. This means that while the numbers represent the information Dq Treat has, they may not be exact due to the potential for discrepancies in reporting.
Prospective franchisees should be aware of the distinction between direct-licensed and subfranchised locations, as this may impact their own franchising agreement and relationship with Dq Treat. Understanding the data provided in Item 20 is crucial for assessing the brand's performance and stability in specific regions like Illinois.