HOODZ Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2026)

HOODZ specializes in commercial kitchen exhaust cleaning and maintenance, ensuring safety and compliance for restaurants and businesses.

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

Franchisees

131

Franchise fee

$59,900

Investment

$169,000 - $244,000

Revenue (AUV)

$546,000

29.3%

HOODZ is a leading franchise specializing in commercial kitchen exhaust cleaning, providing essential services that help restaurants and other establishments with commercial kitchens maintain compliance with health and safety standards. The company was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

HOODZ quickly recognized the critical need for professional kitchen exhaust cleaning, which is vital for preventing grease fires and ensuring safe kitchen operations. By 2009, the company began offering franchise opportunities, capitalizing on the growing demand for these services across the United States.

The franchise offers a range of services, including exhaust hood system cleaning, conveyor oven cleaning, grease containment, and other maintenance services.

What sets HOODZ apart from its competitors is its focus on safety, compliance, and its role as part of the BELFOR Franchise Group, which provides extensive support and training to franchisees.

Initial investment

The initial investment required for a HOODZ franchise is $169,000 - $244,000. 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.

HOODZ offers 3 types of franchises:

Type of Territory	Initial Investment
Standard HOODZ Territory	$199,038 to $244,307
Express HOODZ Territory	$169,038 to $214,307

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We are summarizing below the main costs associated with opening a Standard HOODZ Territory franchise.

For more information on the various types of franchises and its costs, refer to the Franchise Disclosure Document (Item 7).

Standard HOODZ Territory

Type of Expenditure	Amount
Initial Franchise Fee	$59,900
Initial Package Fee	$23,500
Food and lodging while training, not including the cost of your transportation	$1,800 – $2,500
Vehicle with upfitting	$94,000 – $99,000
Full time Service Technician for 3 months	$7,010 – $13,219
Business Telephone Fee	$0 – $150
Mobile Phone or Tablet	$120 – $360
High Speed Internet, Anti-Virus Software and Electronic Mail	$267 – $477
Computer System	$0 – $2,875
Uniform Cleaning/Delivery	$0 – $540
Insurance for the first 3 months	$2,300 – $4,750
Global Positioning System/Data Communications Services Fee	$60 – $111
International Kitchen Exhaust Cleaners Association (IKECA) Annual Membership Fee	$0 – $1,245
International Kitchen Exhaust Cleaners Association (IKECA) Certification Fee	$0 – $395
Rent – 3 months	$0 – $2,400
Leasehold Improvements	$0 – $1,200
Security Deposits/Utility Deposits	$0 – $950
Accounting Software Fees	$81 – $135
Licenses and Permits	$0 – $600
Additional funds for the first 3 months	$10,000 – $30,000
Total Estimated Initial Investment & Additional Expenses	$199,038 – $244,307

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HOODZ offers 3 types of franchises:

Type of Territory	Initial Investment
Standard HOODZ Territory	$199,038 to $244,307
Express HOODZ Territory	$169,038 to $214,307

‍

We are summarizing below the main costs associated with opening a Standard HOODZ Territory franchise.

For more information on the various types of franchises and its costs, refer to the Franchise Disclosure Document (Item 7).

Standard HOODZ Territory

Type of Expenditure	Amount
Initial Franchise Fee	$59,900
Initial Package Fee	$23,500
Food and lodging while training, not including the cost of your transportation	$1,800 – $2,500
Vehicle with upfitting	$94,000 – $99,000
Full time Service Technician for 3 months	$7,010 – $13,219
Business Telephone Fee	$0 – $150
Mobile Phone or Tablet	$120 – $360
High Speed Internet, Anti-Virus Software and Electronic Mail	$267 – $477
Computer System	$0 – $2,875
Uniform Cleaning/Delivery	$0 – $540
Insurance for the first 3 months	$2,300 – $4,750
Global Positioning System/Data Communications Services Fee	$60 – $111
International Kitchen Exhaust Cleaners Association (IKECA) Annual Membership Fee	$0 – $1,245
International Kitchen Exhaust Cleaners Association (IKECA) Certification Fee	$0 – $395
Rent – 3 months	$0 – $2,400
Leasehold Improvements	$0 – $1,200
Security Deposits/Utility Deposits	$0 – $950
Accounting Software Fees	$81 – $135
Licenses and Permits	$0 – $600
Additional funds for the first 3 months	$10,000 – $30,000
Total Estimated Initial Investment & Additional Expenses	$199,038 – $244,307

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Franchise Disclosure Document

Below is HOODZ's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. Upgrade to Pro or purchase the FDD to view and download the document.

Number of units

HOODZ had 137 total units in 2025, of which 131 were franchised-owned and 6 company-owned.

Frequently Asked Questions

Competitors

Below are some of

HOODZ

key competitors in the

Commercial Cleaning

sector.

Franchise

131

New

7% - 10%

$169,000

$244,000

$546,000

n.a.

Aerus

Under $25K

158

New

-19%

n.a.

$16,000

$418,000

n.a.

Chem-Dry Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning

$100K - $200K

1099

New

-24%

4% - 7%

$101,000

$265,000

$218,000

n.a.

Men In Kilts

$100K - $200K

New

100%

6.00%

$127,000

$223,000

$149,000

n.a.

Anago Cleaning Systems

$200K - $500K

New

5.00%

$219,000

$339,000

$2,485,000

n.a.

ecomaids

$100K - $200K

New

-30%

6.50%

$129,000

$151,000

n.a.

1-800-Textiles

$50K - $100K

New

n.a.

3% - 8%

$58,000

$939,000

n.a.

Training

HOODZ Franchise offers a comprehensive training program designed to equip franchisees with the necessary skills and knowledge to run a successful commercial kitchen exhaust cleaning business. The training includes the following key components:

Initial Training: Franchisees participate in an extensive training program at the HOODZ training facility in Ann Arbor, Michigan. This program covers both technical and business aspects of the franchise. Franchisees learn about kitchen exhaust system cleaning, including hands-on training with the equipment used in the field. Additionally, the training covers critical business operations such as creating a business plan, implementing marketing strategies, and managing day-to-day operations.
Ongoing Support and Education: After the initial training, franchisees receive continuous support from the BELFOR Franchise Group, of which HOODZ is a part. This support includes regular updates on best practices, access to online resources, and the opportunity to participate in advanced training sessions. The franchise also provides marketing support to help franchisees grow their business, including assistance with digital marketing, lead generation, and social media management.
Field Support: HOODZ offers on-site support where corporate representatives visit franchise locations to provide additional guidance and help optimize business operations. This hands-on assistance ensures that franchisees can effectively apply what they have learned and continuously improve their service quality.

Territory Protection

HOODZ franchise does offer territory protection to its franchisees. This means that each franchisee is granted an exclusive territory where they have the sole rights to provide HOODZ services, ensuring that no other HOODZ franchise can operate within that designated area.

This protection allows franchisees to build their business and customer base without the concern of internal competition from other franchisees within their region.

The size and boundaries of the protected territory are determined based on factors such as population density, the number of potential commercial kitchen clients, and market demand.

HOODZ

Business ServicesCommercial Cleaning

Franchisees

131

Franchise fee

$59,900

Investment

$169,000 - $244,000

Revenue (AUV)

$546,000

29.3%

Operating Profit

n.a.

Year of FDD

2025

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HOODZ Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2026)

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Standard HOODZ Territory

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Franchise Disclosure Document

Number of units

Frequently Asked Questions

Competitors

Training

Territory Protection

HOODZ

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