Franchise Disclosure Document
What is the FDD?
The Franchise Disclosure Document is a legal filing required by the FTC before any franchisor can take your money. It’s not marketing. It’s 23 standardized sections covering fees, obligations, litigation history, and — in Item 19 — actual financial performance from real stores.
We can summarize it for you. We can walk you through it on a call. But if a number on this page and a number in the FDD ever disagree, the FDD wins. That’s by design, not an accident.
Items 6, 7, and 19 are the ones prospective franchisees ask about most — fees, what it costs to open, and what stores actually make. That’s what the rest of this page covers.
Item 19 — FDD
Financial Performance
The figures below are drawn from Item 19 of our 2026 FDD. They represent per-store averages for the 12 months ended December 31, 2025, for 17 franchisee-owned LaundroLab businesses that had been operating for at least 18 full months. Your results will differ. This is not a guarantee of performance.
Top 25% by Revenue (n=4)
$917,673
Average Annual Revenue
EBITDA (Avg.)
$206,712
EBITDA Margin
22.53%
Total Expenses (Avg.)
$710,961
Top 50% by Revenue (n=8)
$794,488
Average Annual Revenue
EBITDA (Avg.)
$179,717
EBITDA Margin
22.62%
Total Expenses (Avg.)
614,772
All 18-Month Stores (n=17)
$604,772
Average Annual Revenue
EBITDA (Avg.)
$115,779
EBITDA Margin
19.14%
Total Expenses (Avg.)
$488,993
Affiliate-Owned Business Track Record
LaundroLab’s 2026 FDD also includes performance data for two affiliate-owned businesses that are substantially similar to the franchised model. The Laundry Room (TLR), operating since 2018, recorded $1,560,562 in total 2025 revenue. CLT-1, operating under the LaundroLab mark since 2022, recorded $604,336 in total 2025 revenue. See Item 19 of the FDD for full detail.
Important Disclosure: The financial performance information above is sourced from Item 19 of the 2026 LaundroLab, LLC Franchise Disclosure Document and reflects per-store averages for the 12-month period ended December 31, 2025. These figures are historical and are not a projection, forecast, or guarantee of the results you will achieve. Your individual results are likely to differ, perhaps materially, based on factors including your location, market demographics, competition, lease terms, staffing costs, utility rates, management ability, and hours devoted to the business. See Item 19 of the FDD for complete definitions, methodology, and all explanatory notes. Written substantiation of the data used in preparing Item 19 will be provided to you upon reasonable request. Contact us to request a copy of the FDD.
Item 7 — FDD
How Much Does a Laundromat Franchise Cost?
The table below is sourced from Item 7 of the 2026 LaundroLab FDD and assumes a 3,000–4,000 sq. ft. location. Figures represent low and high estimates; your actual costs will vary.
Type of Expenditure
Investment Range
Initial Franchise Fee1
$49,500
Paid to LaundroLab at signing
New Franchised Business Opening Investment Services2
$18,000
Paid to LaundroLab; covers build-out consulting & permitting
Lease Deposit (incl. First Month)3
$3,000 – $7,000
New Store Opening Advertising
$25,000 – $30,000
Leasehold Improvements4
$480,000 – $670,000
Construction, electrical, plumbing, HVAC
Signage
$20,000 – $45,000
Paid to vendor; covers build-out consulting & permitting
Laundry Equipment & Installation5
$375,000 – $710,000
Washers, dryers, LaundryPay system
Ancillary Equipment
$33,230 – $39,230
Low Voltage / Technology / Security System
$7,500 – $12,000
Furniture
$4,000 – $6,000
Opening Supplies
$3,000 – $8,000
Prepaid Insurance Premium
$7,500 – $12,500
Licenses & Professional Services
$1,000 – $2,000
Training Expenses
$1,000 – $3,000
Legal Fees
$2,000 – $10,000
Additional Funds — First 6 Months6
$75,000 – $145,000
Working capital reserve
TOTAL ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT
$1,104,730 – $1,767,230
Source: Item 7 of the 2026 LaundroLab, LLC Franchise Disclosure Document. All figures are estimates only and actual costs may be higher or lower depending on your specific location, market conditions, contractor pricing, and other factors. These figures represent your total estimated out-of-pocket investment — neither LaundroLab nor its affiliates provide direct or indirect financing for any portion of these costs. Contact LaundroLab to receive a complete copy of our Franchise Disclosure Document, which contains the full Item 7 table and all explanatory notes.
VETERANS’ DISCOUNT
Serving Those Who Served
If you or majority owners of your franchise entity are honorably discharged U.S. military veterans, LaundroLab offers a 10% discount on the Initial Franchise Fee for your first location.
See Item 5 of the FDD for eligibility requirements and definitions.
SENIOR OWNER
Senior Development Incentive
Qualified individuals who commit to operating a LaundroLab Business on a full-time, hands-on basis may be eligible for a development incentive, which can reduce the fee for multi-unit commitments.
Generally available to individuals age 60+. 2 Licenses for $65,000 from our 2026 FDD. See Items 5 and 7 of the current FDD for eligibility and terms.
Item 6 — FDD
Ongoing Fees & Contributions
Beyond the initial investment, here’s what franchisees contribute on an ongoing basis. All figures are from Item 6 of the 2026 FDD.
6.5%
Starting Royalty Rate
Of Gross Revenues (ex vending.) Rate decreases as your portfolio grows — see the Multi-Store Incentive. No royalties on vending.
1.5%
Brand Fund Contribution
Of Gross Revenues monthly. Funds national marketing, media placement, and brand-building initiatives for the entire system.
$1,500/mo
Local Advertising Minimum
Required beginning month 4 after opening. Drops to 2% of revenues once revenue reaches $12 / square foot.
$300/mo
Technology Investment
Monthly contribution covering LaundryPay, POS, and other technology systems integral to the LaundroLab operating platform.
10 Years
Initial Franchise Term
With renewal options available. See Item 17 of the FDD for renewal conditions and fees.
See FDD
Full Fee Schedule
Item 6 of the FDD contains the complete table of all fees.
Request your copy →
All ongoing fees are sourced from Item 6 of the 2026 LaundroLab, LLC Franchise Disclosure Document. Fee amounts and structures are subject to change; the FDD is the authoritative source. Royalty payments are made monthly via ACH. A new store royalty waiver period may apply during your initial ramp-up — see Item 6 of the FDD for details.
Multi-Store Owner Incentive
The More You Grow, the More You Keep
LaundroLab was built for owners who think big. Our tiered royalty structure rewards portfolio growth with a lower royalty rate — applied across your entire portfolio the moment a new tier is triggered.
This isn’t a discount on just the new unit. When you open your second location, the reduced rate applies to every store you operate. It’s one of the most compelling ways we align our success with yours.
Portfolio Tiered Royalty Rate
Rate applies to 100% of Gross Revenues across all locations under control
1 Unit
Open & Under Control
6.5%
2 Units
Open & Under Control
6.0%
Save 0.5%
3-4 Units
Open & Under Control
5.5%
Save 1.0%
5+ Units
Open & Under Control
5.0%
Save 1.5%
The Network
From Numbers to a Neighborhood Fixture
The numbers on this page become a storefront — the kind neighbors walk to, not drive past. Every LaundroLab is built to fit its block and serve the people on it. Here’s the network your investment joins.
