Mac Tools

Mac Tools Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2025)

Mac Tools specializes in high-quality automotive tools and equipment, providing professional mechanics and technicians with reliable and durable products to support their work in automotive repair and maintenance.

Mac Tools traces its roots back to 1938, when it began as the Mechanics Tool and Forge Company in Sabina, Ohio. After rebranding in 1963, the company adopted the name Mac Tools and now operates out of its headquarters in Dublin, Ohio.

Today, the brand offers a comprehensive catalog of more than 8,000 tools, including wrenches, ratchets, air-powered equipment, and screwdrivers—specifically designed to meet the demands of professional auto technicians across the globe.

What sets Mac Tools apart is its unwavering focus on durability and innovation, strengthened by the backing and capabilities of its parent company, Stanley Black & Decker.

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 $8,000
Annual Fee $1,200
Travel and Living Expenses While Training $2,025 to $4,050
Starter Inventory $71,000 to $76,000
Truck Lease or Purchase $13,800 to $180,000
Truck Painting and Decal Application $0 to $10,550
Tool Displays $545 to $2,000
Payment Processing Services $0 to $500
Professional Fees $850 to $1,800
Insurance $1,700 to $4,800 for first 6 months
Uniforms $0 to $75
Computer System $4,000 to $5,000
Opening Advertising and Business Cards $50 to $250
Licenses, Permits and Authorizations $150 to $350
Required Monthly Technology Fee $0 to $900 for first 6 months
Additional Technology Fee $0 to $500
Additional Monthly Technology Fee $0 to $900
Business Software Fees (Initial and Monthly) $550 for first 6 months
Consumer Price Index Increases to All Fees Variable based on CPI adjustments
Additional Funds: 3 to 6 Months (Working Capital) $20,000 to $50,000
Total $122,870 to $346,725 (less any incentives)

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2011
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1954
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2006
58
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2012
275
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1991
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$16,000
$152 per month

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$500,000

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2017
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1987
92
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Training

Mac Tools provides comprehensive training programs to support franchisees in successfully operating their businesses. The training includes the following components:

  1. Mentor Ride Week: Franchisees spend five days on a truck with an experienced and successful franchisee. This hands-on experience offers practical insights into daily operations and customer interactions.
  2. Mac Tools University (MTU) Training: Conducted in Dublin, Ohio, this classroom-based program is led by professional trainers who share over 75 years of experience in the mobile tool industry. The curriculum covers essential skills needed to operate a Mac Tools franchise effectively.
  3. Post-University Support: After completing MTU, franchisees receive ten days of on-route support from a District Manager. This includes continued sales and business training, assistance in merchandising the truck, and implementation of promotional techniques to enhance sales at each stop.

Territory Protection

Mac Tools does not offer exclusive territory protection to its franchisees. While the franchisee is granted a specific geographic area, Mac Tools retains the right to sell products through other channels, such as national accounts or e-commerce platforms, even within the franchisee’s territory.

This means franchisees may face competition from the franchisor’s own sales avenues. Although Mac Tools provides a defined area of primary responsibility, it is not considered an exclusive or protected territory under franchise law.

Franchisees are encouraged to focus on building strong customer relationships and leveraging the brand’s support systems to compete effectively. The franchisor’s approach emphasizes collaboration rather than exclusivity to drive overall business success.

Number of units

2025
Franchised units

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820

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