Under what conditions will Spray Net conduct inspections of the franchisee's premises and approved vehicles?
Spray_Net Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Franchisor will, as it deems appropriate in its sole discretion, conduct inspections and/or audits of the Franchised Business and, upon 48 hours' notice, of the Premises and/or Approved Vehicles to ensure that Franchisee is operating its Franchised Business in compliance with the terms of this Agreement, the Manuals and the System standards and specifications.
Such inspections may include: (i) inspections of the Premises and/or Approved Vehicles and inspecting any and all books and records; (ii) conducting mystery shop services and/or inspections designed to evaluate the Approved Products and Approved Services provided by the Franchised Business and any pre-sale activities involved with the same.
Inspections of the Premises and/or Approved Vehicles will only occur during normal business hours and, with respect to the Premises, will only involve the physical area that is specifically devoted to the Franchised Business.
Franchisee is solely responsible for ensuring that the Franchised
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 75–219)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Spray Net's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Spray Net will conduct inspections and/or audits of the franchised business as it deems appropriate. Spray Net will provide 48 hours' notice before inspecting the premises and/or approved vehicles to ensure the franchisee operates in compliance with the terms of the agreement, manuals, system standards, and specifications.
The inspections may include examining the premises and approved vehicles, inspecting books and records, and conducting mystery shops to evaluate approved products and services, including pre-sale activities. These inspections will occur only during normal business hours and, concerning the premises, will only involve the physical area specifically devoted to the franchised business.
It is the franchisee's responsibility to ensure the franchised business complies with all applicable laws and regulations. This means a Spray Net franchisee should maintain meticulous records and adhere strictly to Spray Net's operational guidelines to ensure compliance during these inspections. Franchisees should also be aware of local, state, and federal laws to ensure they are following all regulations.