Color World Painting Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2026)
Color World Painting offers residential and commercial painting services, along with power washing, gutter installation, and holiday lighting. The franchise model provides diverse revenue streams, with support for marketing and operations to help franchisees succeed.
KEY FRANCHISE STATS
Franchisees
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45
+
-20%
-20%
Franchise fee
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$49,500
Investment
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$107,000 - $168,000
Revenue (AUV)
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Undisclosed
$150,000
+
n.a.
n.a.
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Color World Paintingis a dynamic home services franchise offering a unique blend of residential and commercial painting, power washing, gutter installation, holiday lighting, and minor carpentry and drywall repairs.
Established in 1997 by Tom Hodgson in Powell, Ohio, the company began franchising in 2016 and has since expanded across the United States. Now headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, Color World Painting operates under the umbrella of Authority Brands, providing franchisees with robust support and resources.
What sets Color World Painting apart is its innovative "five-in-one" business model, allowing franchisees to generate multiple revenue streams year-round. This comprehensive approach not only enhances customer satisfaction by offering a variety of services but also provides franchise owners with increased earning potential and business stability.
Initial investment
The initial investment required for a Color World Painting franchise is
$107,000 - $168,000.
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
Franchise Fee
$49,500
Start-Up Business Outfitting Fee
$8,000
Holiday Outfitting Fee
$15,000
Pre-Opening/Grand-Opening Marketing Fee
$7,000
Business Licenses and Permits
$0 - $1,500
Office and Computer Equipment; Hardware and Software
$1,400 - $4,200
Vehicle
$0 - $7,500
Vehicle Wrap
$1,000 - $5,000
Initial Technology Fees
$2,200
Travel and Living Expenses to Attend Training
$1,000 - $5,000
Travel Reimbursement for Onsite Training
$0 - $3,000
Insurance
$1,800 - $6,600
Office Rent and Set-up; Deposits
$0 - $3,500
Additional Funds
$20,000 - $50,000
TOTALS
$106,900 - $168,000
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Type of Expenditure
Amount
Franchise Fee
$49,500
Start-Up Business Outfitting Fee
$8,000
Holiday Outfitting Fee
$15,000
Pre-Opening/Grand-Opening Marketing Fee
$7,000
Business Licenses and Permits
$0 - $1,500
Office and Computer Equipment; Hardware and Software
$1,400 - $4,200
Vehicle
$0 - $7,500
Vehicle Wrap
$1,000 - $5,000
Initial Technology Fees
$2,200
Travel and Living Expenses to Attend Training
$1,000 - $5,000
Travel Reimbursement for Onsite Training
$0 - $3,000
Insurance
$1,800 - $6,600
Office Rent and Set-up; Deposits
$0 - $3,500
Additional Funds
$20,000 - $50,000
TOTALS
$106,900 - $168,000
Franchise Disclosure Document
Below is Color World Painting's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. Upgrade to Pro or purchase the FDD to view and download the document.
Number of units
Color World Painting had 46 total units in 2024, of which 45 were franchised-owned and 1 company-owned.
Color World Painting provides a detailed and structured training program to equip franchisees with the necessary knowledge and skills for operating the business successfully. The training is mandatory and tailored based on the individual's prior experience.
Initial Training Program This consists of a 6-week online pre-training course followed by a 5-day in-person training session typically held in Powell, Ohio. The program includes orientation, familiarization with brand operations, and proficiency tests on service delivery, technology use, and business management.
Additional and Ongoing Training After launch, the franchisor offers both required and optional training programs as deemed necessary. These sessions may be delivered in person, via video, or online and can be conducted by Color World Painting, its affiliates, or designated third parties.
Remedial and Substitute Training If trainees fail to meet brand standards or require retraining, the franchisor may impose additional training sessions. Fees may apply for exceeding trainee limits, remedial instruction, or repeating programs.
Territory Protection
Color World Painting grants franchisees a protected territory as long as they remain in compliance with the Franchise Agreement. Within this territory—typically comprising around 75,000 single-family dwelling units—the franchisor agrees not to open or authorize other Color World Painting businesses using the same brand and system.
This protection, however, does not prevent the franchisor from advertising or recruiting within the territory. Despite the protected status, the franchisee does not receive exclusive rights.
The franchisor retains the ability to use alternative distribution channels, such as online platforms or different brand names, and may authorize similar or dissimilar businesses both inside and outside the territory.
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