The SEALS is a commercial-kitchen service franchise offering refrigeration gasket replacement, oven/steamer gasket installation, strip curtains and door hardware services, serving restaurants, hospitals and retailers, and known for mission-driven expertise and kitchen uptime support.
KEY FRANCHISE STATS
Franchisees
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5
+
150%
150%
Franchise fee
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$49,000
Investment
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$101,000 - $147,000
Revenue (AUV)
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Undisclosed
$0
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n.a.
n.a.
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The SEALS is a commercial kitchen service brand focused on replacing and installing gaskets that help refrigeration and freezer doors seal properly. The system also provides related back-of-house services such as oven and steamer gasket installation, strip curtains, and select door hardware and cutting boards used in foodservice environments.
The brand was founded by Andrew Dinkin in North Carolina in 2010. From its early gasket-specialist roots, The SEALS broadened its service menu for restaurants and other facilities that rely on consistent temperature control and kitchen uptime, then packaged its operating methods into a franchise system.
Initial investment
The initial investment required for a The Seals franchise is $101,000 - $147,000. 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
Initial Franchise Fee
$49,000
Training
$1,200 to $3,800
Equipment, Inventory, Supplies, and Marketing Supplies
$1,000 to $4,000
Rent
$1,000 to $7,500
Tenant improvements
$1,000 to $7,000
Vehicle Expenses
$5,500 to $11,000
Computer equipment, phones, and Technology Fees
$3,000 to $5,000
Miscellaneous
$5,500 to $9,000
Local Marketing
$4,000 to $6,000
Additional Funds - 3 Months
$30,000 to $45,000
Total Estimated Initial Investment
$101,200 to $147,300
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Type of Expenditure
Amount
Initial Franchise Fee
$49,000
Training
$1,200 to $3,800
Equipment, Inventory, Supplies, and Marketing Supplies
$1,000 to $4,000
Rent
$1,000 to $7,500
Tenant improvements
$1,000 to $7,000
Vehicle Expenses
$5,500 to $11,000
Computer equipment, phones, and Technology Fees
$3,000 to $5,000
Miscellaneous
$5,500 to $9,000
Local Marketing
$4,000 to $6,000
Additional Funds - 3 Months
$30,000 to $45,000
Total Estimated Initial Investment
$101,200 to $147,300
Franchise Disclosure Document
Below is The Seals's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. Upgrade to Pro or purchase the FDD to view and download the document.
Number of units
The Seals had 6 total units in 2025, of which 5 were franchised-owned and 1 company-owned.
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