Does Epcon Communities provide signs directly to franchisees before opening?
Epcon_Communities Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
We generally do not provide equipment, signs, fixtures, opening inventory or supplies directly to you. While we are not obligated to do so, we are in the practice of providing you with written specifications and the names of approved suppliers offering some of these items.
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS, AND TRAINING (FDD pages 39–48)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Epcon Communities' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisor generally does not provide signs directly to franchisees before opening. However, while not obligated, Epcon Communities is in the practice of providing franchisees with written specifications and the names of approved suppliers for these items.
This means that franchisees are responsible for sourcing their own signs and other opening inventory. However, Epcon Communities does offer assistance by providing the necessary specifications to ensure the signs meet brand standards and a list of approved suppliers to facilitate the procurement process.
Prospective franchisees should consider this when budgeting for their initial investment, as the cost of signs and other opening inventory will be an additional expense. It would be prudent to inquire with Epcon Communities about the typical cost range for signage and other required items to factor this into their financial planning.