Jet-Black Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2025)

Jet-Black offers asphalt maintenance services, including sealcoating, crack filling, and asphalt repair, to extend the life of driveways and parking lots.

Jet-Black is a premier franchise specializing in asphalt maintenance, sealcoating, and repair services. Founded in 1987 in the Twin Cities area of Minnesota, Jet-Black quickly established itself as a leader in the industry, offering high-quality products and services that cater to both residential and commercial clients. 

The company is headquartered in Savage, Minnesota, where it continues to oversee the operations of its franchise network. Jet-Black began franchising shortly after its inception, allowing local entrepreneurs to bring its trusted services to communities across the United States.

Jet-Black franchises focus on providing a range of asphalt maintenance services, including sealcoating, crack filling, and asphalt repair. 

What sets Jet-Black apart from its competitors is its commitment to using only the highest quality industrial-grade sealants and materials, tailored specifically for different climates.

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.

Jet-Black offers 2 types of franchises:

Business Type Initial Investment
Striping Business (one to two Franchised Territories) $66,550 to $92,900
Sealcoat Business (one to two Franchised Territories) $84,250 to $115,600

We are summarizing below the main costs associated with opening a Jet-Black Sealcoat Business franchise.

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

Jet-Black Sealcoat Business

Type of Expenditure Amount
Initial Fee $25,000 - $37,500
Sealcoating Trailer $20,200 - $20,200
Initial Inventory Package $23,500 - $28,500
Training Expenses $500 - $500
Business Office/Garage Lease – 3 Months $0 - $1,500
Computer Equipment $0 - $2,000
Phone and Internet Access $50 - $400
Truck $10,000 - $20,000
Additional Funds – 3 Months $5,000 - $5,000
Total $84,250 - $115,600

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Competitors

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Jet-Black

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Jet-Black
1993
93
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$37,500
1.0 - 8.0%

$67,000

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$116,000

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$408,000

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2021
25
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$59,900
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$94,000

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$179,000

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1959
2157
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$32,500
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$88,000

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$125,000

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1991
43
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$35,000
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$580,000

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$925,000

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$12,361,000

51.9%

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1997
23
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5%
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$20,000
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$58,000

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$108,000

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2013
81
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$67,000
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$92,000

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$146,000

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$968,000

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2013
96
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$49,500
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Training 

Jet-Black provides extensive training for its franchisees to ensure they are fully equipped to run their asphalt maintenance business successfully. 

  1. Technical Training: Franchisees receive hands-on training focused on the technical aspects of asphalt maintenance, including the application of Jet-Black’s high-quality sealants, crack filling, and various asphalt repair techniques. This ensures they can deliver the premium services that Jet-Black is known for.
  2. Business Management Training: In addition to technical skills, franchisees are trained in the business management side of the franchise. This includes customer service, marketing strategies, and financial management, equipping them to run their franchise efficiently.
  3. Ongoing Support: Jet-Black provides ongoing support to franchisees, offering resources and continuous training to help them grow their business and maintain the high standards of quality that the brand demands.

Territory Protection

Jet-Black franchise offers territory protection to its franchisees, ensuring that each franchisee has exclusive rights to operate within a specific geographic area. 

This territory protection is designed to prevent overlap between franchises, allowing franchisees to build their business without competition from other Jet-Black locations within their designated area. 

The specifics of the territory size and boundaries are outlined in the franchise agreement, providing franchisees with a clear understanding of their market potential.

Number of units

2023
Franchised units

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Company-owned units

8

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8

Total units

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Competitors

Softroc

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$94,000 - $179,000

ServiceMaster

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$88,000 - $125,000

SealMaster

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$580,000 - $925,000

SealKing

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23
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$58,000 - $108,000

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