What is the estimated cost range for installation tools for a Kitchen Solvers franchise?
Kitchen_Solvers Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
YOUR ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT
| Type of Expenditure | Amount1 | Method of Payment | When Due | To Whom Payment is to be Made | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee1 | $60,000 | Lump sum | Upon execution of Franchise Agreement | Us | |
| Pre-Opening | $2,000 to $3,000 | As Incurred | As Incurred | Third parties for travel | |
| Training3 | and living expenses | ||||
| Supplies Package4 | $5,900 | As incurred | Upon execution of Franchise Agreement | Us | |
| Local Marketing5 | $9,000 | As Incurred | As Incurred | Third Party Suppliers | |
| Rent/Leasehold | $0 to $4,500 | As incurred | As incurred | Landlord/Third Party | |
| Improvements6 | (Showroom) | Suppliers | |||
| Office Equipment & | $0 to $4,500 | As incurred | Before opening | Third-party suppliers | |
| Computer System7 | |||||
| Vehicle8 | $0 to $2,100 | Lump sum | Before opening | Third-party suppliers | |
| Vehicle and/or Trailer | $1,000 to $2,500 | Lump Sum | Before opening | Third-party suppliers | |
| Wrap9 | |||||
| Insurance Premiums10 | $1,000 to $3,500 | As Incurred | Before opening | Insurance companies | |
| Utility Deposits and | $100 to $750 | Lump Sum | Before opening | Third-party suppliers | |
| Business Licenses11 | |||||
| Attorney’s Fees12 | $500 to $1,000 | Lump sum | As incurred | Attorney | |
| Bookkeeping Tech | $300 | As incurred | As incurred | Third-party suppliers | |
| Fees13 | |||||
| Accounting Fees14 | $750 to $1,500 | As Incurred | As incurred | Third-party suppliers | |
| Back Office | $0 to $450 | As incurred | As incurred | Third-party suppliers | |
| Expenses15 | |||||
| Installation Tools16 | $0 to $7,250 | As incurred | As incurred | Third-party suppliers | |
| Technology Fees17 | $807 | As Incurred | As Incurred | Us | |
| Type of Expenditure | Amount1 | Method of Payment | When Due | To Whom Payment is to be Made | |
| Additional Funds (3- | $20,000 to $30,000 | As incurred | As Incurred | Employees, third-party | |
| month period)18 | suppliers, etc. | ||||
| TOTAL19 | $101,857 to $136,807 | #### Notes: |
- (1) The above chart assumes that you did not qualify for any discounts, and that you paid the standard Initial Franchise Fee.
- (2) These are the estimated initial investments for beginning operations for a KITCHEN SOLVERS Business. The estimated initial investments will vary depending on factors like whether you operate your Business out of your home or lease an office and showroom, your financial condition and the arrangements and business decisions you make.
Source: Item 7 — Estimated Initial Investment (FDD pages 16–21)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Kitchen Solvers' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated cost for installation tools ranges from $0 to $7,250. This broad range accounts for franchisees who may already possess some or all of the necessary tools. The FDD indicates that these costs are incurred as needed and are paid to third-party suppliers.
Kitchen Solvers will provide a suggested tool list to help franchisees determine which tools they need to purchase. The low end of the estimate assumes that the franchisee already has the necessary tools to complete the work. This could significantly reduce the initial investment for individuals already working in the remodeling or construction trades.
Prospective franchisees should carefully assess their existing tool inventory and compare it against the Kitchen Solvers' recommended tool list. This will help them determine a more accurate estimate of their potential investment in this category. It is also advisable to research tool costs from various suppliers to potentially lower expenses.