Under what circumstances is a Dryer Vent Squad franchisee prohibited from relocating their Administrative Office?

According to the 2024 Dryer Vent Squad Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee's Administrative Office must be located within their Operating Territory and be approved by Dryer Vent Squad. This means a franchisee cannot relocate their Administrative Office outside of their designated territory or without the franchisor's consent. The FDD defines "Administrative Office(s)" as the fixed administrative offices and/or facilities from which Dryer Vent Squad Businesses are established, operated, and managed.

This requirement ensures that the franchisee operates within the bounds of their granted territory, which is designated in Schedule 1 of the Franchise Agreement as either a Single Territory or a Double Territory. The franchisor retains the right to determine the Operating Territory if Schedule 1 does not specifically identify it or is not signed by the franchisor.

This provision protects Dryer Vent Squad's market divisions and prevents franchisees from encroaching on other territories. It also allows Dryer Vent Squad to maintain oversight and quality control by ensuring that each administrative office meets their approval standards. A prospective franchisee should carefully review Schedule 1 and understand the defined Operating Territory before signing the Franchise Agreement.