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Top Rail Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2025)

Top Rail offers professional fencing and railing installation services for residential and commercial properties, providing durable and attractive fencing solutions tailored to meet customers' specific needs and preferences.

Top Rail Fence is a premier fencing company specializing in residential, commercial, and agricultural fencing solutions. Founded in 2014 in Franklin, Tennessee, the company has established its headquarters in the same city. Since its inception, Top Rail Fence has been dedicated to providing top-quality fencing products and services to its clients.

In 2022, Top Rail Fence began offering franchise opportunities, allowing entrepreneurs to join their growing network and bring professional fencing solutions to new markets.

The company offers a diverse range of fencing products, including wood, vinyl, aluminum, and chain link fences, as well as gates and railings. This extensive selection caters to various customer needs, whether enhancing home privacy, securing business premises, or protecting agricultural land.

Top Rail Fence differentiates itself through its commitment to quality materials, expert installation, and exceptional customer service, ensuring that each project meets the highest standards.

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.

Franchise Investment Details
Type of Expenditure Amount
Initial Franchise Fee $59,900 – $73,900
Opening Assistance Fee $5,000
Travel Expenses to Training $1,000 – $3,000
Security Deposits and Rent $0 – $3,000
Office Furniture $0 – $2,000
Vehicle and Vehicle Enhancements $3,000 – $15,000
Tools and Equipment $5,000 – $30,000
Business Management and Technology System $1,000 – $3,000
Initial Inventory $1,000 – $5,000
Technology Fee (3 Months) $1,797
Online Local Presence Fee $747
Marketing Management Fee $1,500
Industry Certifications, Licenses, and Trainings $0 – $10,000
Professional Fees $500 – $2,000
Insurance Deposit and Initial Premiums $2,500 – $5,500
Grand Opening Marketing $15,000 – $22,000
Additional Funds (3 Months) $15,000 – $30,000
Total Estimated Initial Investment $112,944 – $213,444
Franchise Investment Details
Type of Expenditure Amount
Initial Franchise Fee $59,900 – $73,900
Opening Assistance Fee $5,000
Travel Expenses to Training $1,000 – $3,000
Security Deposits and Rent $0 – $3,000
Office Furniture $0 – $2,000
Vehicle and Vehicle Enhancements $3,000 – $15,000
Tools and Equipment $5,000 – $30,000
Business Management and Technology System $1,000 – $3,000
Initial Inventory $1,000 – $5,000
Technology Fee (3 Months) $1,797
Online Local Presence Fee $747
Marketing Management Fee $1,500
Industry Certifications, Licenses, and Trainings $0 – $10,000
Professional Fees $500 – $2,000
Insurance Deposit and Initial Premiums $2,500 – $5,500
Grand Opening Marketing $15,000 – $22,000
Additional Funds (3 Months) $15,000 – $30,000
Total Estimated Initial Investment $112,944 – $213,444

Top Rail

2024

Franchise Disclosure Document

Number of units

Training

The Top Rail franchise provides comprehensive training to ensure franchisees are equipped for success in their business operations. The franchisor offers initial training that includes a blend of classroom-style instruction and hands-on learning.

This training covers essential topics such as operational procedures, customer service, financial management, and the specifics of installing and maintaining the products or services offered under the Top Rail brand.

In addition to the initial training, the franchisor may also provide ongoing training opportunities. These could include updates on new products, advanced techniques, and strategies to adapt to market trends.

Territory Protection

The Top Rail franchise provides territory protection to its franchisees, granting exclusive rights to operate within a defined geographical area. This ensures no other Top Rail franchisee can compete in the same territory, protecting the franchisee's market and customer base.

The boundaries of the territory are carefully determined by the franchisor based on factors like population and market potential.

This protection allows franchisees to focus on building their business without concerns about internal competition.

Competitors

Below are some of

Top Rail

key competitors in the

Other Home Services

sector.

Franchise
Franchisees
Initial fee
Total investment
Revenue
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Gross Profit
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EBITDA
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93

New
+
n.a.
n.a.

$59,900

$113,000

$213,000

n.a.

$590,000

$xxx,xxx

42.6%

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13.6%

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Competitors

Puddle Pool Services

Puddle Pool Services is a home-services franchise offering pool cleaning, maintenance, and seasonal care, serving residential and commercial pool owners, and known for branded, professional service, dependable scheduling, and subscription-style maintenance programs that simplify long-term pool ownership.

Franchisees

?

1
+
n.a.
n.a.
Investment

?

$98,000 - $123,000

STORSQUARE

STORSQUARE is a portable storage franchise offering on-site storage containers and relocation solutions, serving homeowners, contractors, and businesses, and known for flexible delivery, weather-resistant containers, and customer-centric scheduling that simplify moves, renovations, seasonal storage, and short-term or long-term space needs.

Franchisees

?

1
+
n.a.
n.a.
Investment

?

$166,000 - $438,000

WATERLOO TURF

WATERLOO TURF is a home-services franchise offering artificial turf design and installation, serving homeowners, pet facilities, and commercial properties, and known for premium synthetic grass systems, water-saving landscapes, and franchisee-focused support geared toward profitability, scalable growth, and strong local reputations.

Franchisees

?

0
+
n.a.
n.a.
Investment

?

$106,000 - $152,000

Preserve Services

Preserve Services is a home-improvement franchise offering exterior construction, maintenance, and project management, serving residential property owners, and known for coordinating multiple trades, transparent communication, and systems that let franchisees oversee siding, roofing, decking, and painting projects.

Franchisees

?

7
+
17%
17%
Investment

?

$93,000 - $125,000

My Backyard Sports

My Backyard Sports is a youth-sports-venue franchise offering indoor/outdoor field rentals, leagues, training and events for kids, serving families and youth-sports organizers, and known for flexible facility use, community integration and revenue diversification.

Franchisees

?

3
+
n.a.
n.a.
Investment

?

$104,000 - $177,000

Premier Pool Service

Premier Pool Service is a pool care franchise offering cleaning, repair, and maintenance services, serving residential pool owners, and known for reliable weekly service, expert technical training, and strong support from an established pool brand.

Franchisees

?

35
+
6%
6%
Investment

?

$43,000 - $118,000

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