How many Dq Treat outlets were operating in Pennsylvania at the start of 2023?
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 2022 2023 2024 | 46 43 42 | 2 2 | 1 1 | 43 42 40 | |||
| 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 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Pennsylvania | 2022 2023 2024 | 40 36 35 | 3 1 | 1 1 | 36 35 34 |
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 figures provided for the number of outlets operating in Pennsylvania at the start of 2023. One table indicates that there were 43 outlets, while another table shows 36 outlets. It is important to note that the tables refer to different groups of franchisees, with one showing direct-licensed outlets and the other showing subfranchised territory operator outlets.
The discrepancy in numbers could be due to the different reporting structures for direct-licensed versus subfranchised locations. Dq Treat notes that the information regarding subfranchised outlets is provided by territory operators and is not independently verified by ADQ. This lack of independent verification may contribute to the differing numbers.
A prospective franchisee should clarify with Dq Treat which table is most relevant to their specific franchise type (direct-licensed or subfranchised). Understanding the distinction between these two categories and their respective reporting requirements is crucial for accurately assessing the market and potential competition in Pennsylvania. It would also be prudent to inquire about the reasons for the differing numbers and whether Dq Treat has taken steps to reconcile the data for greater accuracy.