Go Painting Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2025)

Go Painting is a residential and commercial painting franchise providing interior and exterior painting services, emphasizing customer service and quality workmanship.

Go Painting is the first and only 100% commercial B2B painting franchise in the U.S. The company was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Lehi, Utah. It began franchising in September 2023, offering a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs to enter the commercial painting industry with a tested and streamlined model.

The franchise specializes in capital improvement painting projects for clients such as property managers, facility directors, ownership groups, and homeowners’ associations.

Go Painting focuses exclusively on commercial painting services—interior and exterior painting, renovations, and protective coatings across multifamily residential, retail, industrial, and office properties.

What sets Go Painting apart is its B2B-only approach. Unlike traditional painting franchises that cater to homeowners, Go Painting targets high-value commercial jobs that are typically three to five times larger.

Initial investment

Here's what you would need to invest 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 $59,500
Initial Advertising/Marketing (Including Kickoff) $15,000 to $25,000
Contractor License/ Licenses and Bonds $500 to $5,000
Lease and Utilities Deposits and Payments $0 to $1,000
Franchise Premises Rent $0 to $1,500
Vehicle $1,500 to $3,000
Supplies, Inventory, and Equipment $2,500 to $10,000
Office Set-up $500 to $4,000
Technology and Software Setup Fees and First 3 Months $7,000 to $10,000
Travel and Living Expenses to Attend Training $2,500 to $5,000
Insurance $2,000 to $4,000
Professional Services $1,500 to $5,000
Miscellaneous Opening Costs $0 to $2,500
Working Capital (Additional Funds) $15,000
Total $107,500 to $150,500
Type of Expenditure Amount
Initial Franchise Fee $59,500
Initial Advertising/Marketing (Including Kickoff) $15,000 to $25,000
Contractor License/ Licenses and Bonds $500 to $5,000
Lease and Utilities Deposits and Payments $0 to $1,000
Franchise Premises Rent $0 to $1,500
Vehicle $1,500 to $3,000
Supplies, Inventory, and Equipment $2,500 to $10,000
Office Set-up $500 to $4,000
Technology and Software Setup Fees and First 3 Months $7,000 to $10,000
Travel and Living Expenses to Attend Training $2,500 to $5,000
Insurance $2,000 to $4,000
Professional Services $1,500 to $5,000
Miscellaneous Opening Costs $0 to $2,500
Working Capital (Additional Funds) $15,000
Total $107,500 to $150,500

Franchise Disclosure Document

Number of units

Training

Go Painting provides a comprehensive set of training programs designed to equip franchisees and their managers with the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully operate a franchise. The training consists of several key components:

  1. Initial Mandatory Training
    A one-week training course is provided, currently held both virtually and in Salt Lake City, Utah. It covers various operational areas including software usage, sales techniques, marketing plans, administration, and quality standards. This training must be completed no later than two weeks before opening and within three months of signing the franchise agreement.
  2. Training Program Agenda
    The agenda includes sessions on business setup, licensing, accounting, Go Tech, virtual onboarding, customer service, safety, marketing, and paint industry knowledge. Total training time can range between 25–60 hours depending on the topic depth and delivery mode (e.g., classroom, in-territory, virtual).
  3. Supplemental Training
    Franchisees may opt for additional training at designated centers or agreed locations by providing at least 35 days' notice. These include franchise visits, hands-on work experience, and operational observation. All associated costs are borne by the franchisee.

Territory Protection

Go Painting provides its franchisees with an exclusive Franchise Marketing Territory for promoting and marketing their business. This designated area is determined using geographic or political boundaries and is detailed in the Franchise Agreement.

While franchisees have exclusivity in this marketing territory, they are also given a non-exclusive Work Territory, meaning other franchisees may operate within that space, and competition from them is possible.

The Franchise Work Territory does not offer protected status, and the franchisor reserves the right to license or operate additional franchises within the same area under certain conditions.

Competitors

Below are some of

Go Painting

key competitors in the

Painting

sector.

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Competitors

Klappenberger & Son

Klappenberger & Son is a painting and handyman franchise offering painting, carpentry, and remodeling services, serving residential and commercial clients, and known for decades of industry experience, warranties on work, and proven franchise support systems.

Franchisees

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10
+
11%
11%
Investment

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$87,000 - $145,000

Go Painting

Go Painting is a residential and commercial painting franchise providing interior and exterior painting services, emphasizing customer service and quality workmanship.

Franchisees

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0
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n.a.
n.a.
Investment

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$108,000 - $151,000

PaintEZ

PaintEZ is a painting franchise that offers professional interior and exterior painting services, focusing on quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction.

Franchisees

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19
+
138%
138%
Investment

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$80,000 - $141,000

Painter Bros

Painter Bros specializes in residential and commercial painting, with services extending to power washing and epoxy flooring. Franchisees are provided with training, marketing resources, and a scalable business model to help grow their operations.

Franchisees

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12
+
1100%
1100%
Investment

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$187,000 - $386,000

Color World Painting

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.

Franchisees

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45
+
-20%
-20%
Investment

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$107,000 - $168,000

That 1 Painter

That 1 Painter delivers high-quality interior and exterior painting services for homes and businesses, utilizing expert techniques and premium paints to transform spaces with precision and professionalism.

Franchisees

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36
+
n.a.
n.a.
Investment

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$113,000 - $189,000