COIT Services specializes in cleaning and restoration services for carpets, upholstery, air ducts, and more, helping homeowners maintain a clean and healthy living environment.
KEY FRANCHISE STATS
Franchisees
?
40
+
5%
5%
Franchise fee
?
$20,000
Investment
?
$52,000 - $172,000
Revenue (AUV)
?
Undisclosed
$457,000
+
n.a.
n.a.
$xxx,xxx
COITis a leading name in the global specialty cleaning and restoration industry, with roots tracing back to 1950 in San Francisco, California, near the iconic COIT Tower. What started as a local business has evolved into a major international brand, now operating franchises across the United States, Canada, and Thailand.
The company delivers a wide variety of cleaning services tailored to both residential and commercial customers, covering everything from carpets, upholstery, and drapes to grout and air ducts. This broad range of offerings enables COIT to meet diverse cleaning and restoration needs, giving it a competitive edge over providers with narrower service lines.
Franchising since 1966, COIT has seen impressive growth, now serving more than 106 markets and delighting over 12 million customers. This impressive footprint highlights COIT’s long-standing dedication to delivering exceptional service and dependable solutions around the world
Initial investment
The initial investment required for a COIT Services franchise is $52,000 - $172,000. That is the total cost you would need to finance if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.
Type of Expenditure
Amount
Initial Franchise Fee
$24,000 – $40,000
Advertising and Promotional Costs
$3,000 – $12,000
Rent
$0 – $2,000
Lease Deposit
$0 – $2,000
Utility Deposits
$0 – $200
Equipment, Tools, and Supplies
$11,500 – $33,000
Vehicle
$800 – $28,000
Insurance Deposit
$0 – $1,000
Computer System
$800 – $10,000
Accounting Software
$199 – $14,000
Travel/Room/Board for Training
$1,000 – $2,000
Internet Services
$60 – $150
Professional Fees
$500 – $3,000
Additional Funds – three months
$10,000 – $25,000
TOTAL
$51,859 – $172,350
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Type of Expenditure
Amount
Initial Franchise Fee
$24,000 – $40,000
Advertising and Promotional Costs
$3,000 – $12,000
Rent
$0 – $2,000
Lease Deposit
$0 – $2,000
Utility Deposits
$0 – $200
Equipment, Tools, and Supplies
$11,500 – $33,000
Vehicle
$800 – $28,000
Insurance Deposit
$0 – $1,000
Computer System
$800 – $10,000
Accounting Software
$199 – $14,000
Travel/Room/Board for Training
$1,000 – $2,000
Internet Services
$60 – $150
Professional Fees
$500 – $3,000
Additional Funds – three months
$10,000 – $25,000
TOTAL
$51,859 – $172,350
Franchise Disclosure Document
Below is COIT Services's 2023 Franchise Disclosure Document. Upgrade to Pro or purchase the FDD to view and download the document.
Number of units
COIT Services had 49 total units in 2023, of which 40 were franchised-owned and 9 company-owned.
The COIT Services franchise provides an extensive training program designed to prepare franchisees and their teams for successful operations. Here’s a numbered summary of the training they offer:
Initial Orientation Program COIT provides an initial orientation for up to six people, including principals, officers, or employees, focusing on business management, financial management, human resources, marketing, customer service, and technical procedures like carpet, drapery, upholstery, and air duct cleaning.
Core Services and Technical Training Franchisees and their teams receive hands-on training covering core services, including the use of proprietary equipment and cleaning methods, supported by manuals, videos, and instructional materials. This training ensures consistency in delivering COIT’s service standards.
Software and System Training Franchisees are trained on COIT’s software systems for operations and reporting, including setup assistance and future enhancements. This training is provided without additional charge, though franchisees cover related travel and lodging costs.
Wood Floor Services and Specialized Programs For franchises offering specialized services like wood floor cleaning, COIT provides additional required training for the designated manager, with no fee for the initial session and optional follow-ups available for a fee.
Territory Protection
The COIT Services franchise grants franchisees an exclusive territory, typically covering at least 100,000 households, where no other COIT franchise or company-owned unit will operate using the COIT system and marks.
This exclusivity is contingent on the franchisee being in good standing and meeting operational obligations, such as providing core services and continuous advertising. However, COIT reserves the right to redefine territory boundaries if performance thresholds, like annual revenues or advertising requirements, are not met. Despite this territorial protection, COIT retains broad reserved rights that limit the exclusivity.
The franchisor can use other channels—such as internet sales, catalog sales, or telemarketing—to market within the franchisee’s territory, and can establish other businesses offering similar services under different trademarks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the royalty fee?
The royalty fee for a COIT Services franchise is 7.00%. In addition, you would have to pay the advertising (or national brand fund) fee of 4.00%.
What is the total investment?
The initial investment required for a COIT Services franchise is $52,000 - $172,000. That is the total cost you would need to finance if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.
What is the initial franchise fee?
The initial franchise fee for a COIT Services franchise is $20,000. This is typically paid upfront as part of the total initial investment, after signature of the Franchise Agreeement.