Did Mr. Sandless offer Dr. DecknFence franchises, and if so, during what period?
Mr_Sandless Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
We also have offered Dr. DecknFence franchises from 2012 to December 31, 2020. Our Dr. DecknFence franchise opportunity was offered under a separate franchise disclosure document, however, all services provided by the Dr. DecknFence system are included as services provided by the Mr. Sandless system. We no longer offer Dr. DecknFence opportunities. We have not offered franchises in any other line of business.
Source: Item 1 — THE FRANCHISOR AND ANY PARENTS, PREDECESSORS AND AFFILIATES (FDD pages 7–8)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Mr. Sandless's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Mr. Sandless offered Dr. DecknFence franchises from 2012 to December 31, 2020. The FDD specifies that this franchise opportunity was offered under a separate franchise disclosure document. However, all services provided by the Dr. DecknFence system are now included as services provided by the Mr. Sandless system.
This means that while Mr. Sandless no longer offers a standalone Dr. DecknFence franchise, the services associated with that brand are now integrated into the Mr. Sandless franchise. A prospective franchisee will not be able to purchase a Dr. DecknFence franchise, but they will be able to offer those services under the Mr. Sandless franchise.
The FDD states that Mr. Sandless has not offered franchises in any other line of business besides Mr. Sandless and Dr. DecknFence. This indicates that the company is primarily focused on wood surface and floor care services. Prospective franchisees should confirm with Mr. Sandless whether there are any plans to reintroduce the Dr. DecknFence franchise or introduce new franchise concepts in the future.