What does Floyds 99 provide to the franchisee regarding the Barbershop's design?
Floyds_99 Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
You must, at your expense, construct, convert, design and decorate the Barbershop location in accordance with our plans and specifications. We will provide you with design plans and specifications for your Barbershop and you will then be required to provide us with construction plans prepared by a contractor or architect we approve. We require that you obtain our written consent to any proposed Franchised Location and any proposed improvements to the Franchised Location before construction begins.
Source: Item 8 — RESTRICTIONS ON SOURCES OF PRODUCTS AND SERVICES (FDD pages 24–29)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Floyds 99's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees are responsible for the construction, conversion, design, and decoration of their Barbershop location. Floyds 99 provides design plans and specifications for the Barbershop. The franchisee is then required to submit construction plans prepared by an approved contractor or architect for approval. Floyds 99 requires written consent for the proposed location and any improvements before construction begins.
These design plans and specifications are further detailed in the Floyds 99 Operations Manual. The manual contains mandatory standards and specifications for the Franchised Location, décor, equipment, furniture, fixtures, supplies, forms, and advertising material. Franchisees must adhere to these standards to protect the Floyds 99 brand and Licensed Methods.
In addition to the design elements, franchisees must purchase certain equipment and supplies from designated suppliers. This includes items like barber poles, barber chairs, waiting area chairs, hair care supplies, products for retail sale, and exterior signs. Floyds 99 also designates suppliers for information technology services. Franchisees can purchase or lease other equipment, such as back-office computers and accounting software, from approved suppliers, ensuring they meet Floyds 99's standards and specifications. Floyds 99 estimates that the costs of purchases from designated or approved sources, or according to their standards and specifications, may range from 50% to 75% of the total cost of establishing a Floyds 99 Shop.
Prospective franchisees should carefully review the design plans and specifications provided by Floyds 99 and understand the requirements for using approved contractors and suppliers. Understanding these obligations is crucial for budgeting and ensuring compliance with Floyds 99's standards. Franchisees should also be aware of the potential costs associated with purchasing from designated suppliers, which can significantly impact the initial investment.