Bare Metal Standard
Franchise Overview
This franchise specializes in commercial kitchen exhaust system cleaning, risk assessment, and risk mitigation for restaurants, institutional kitchens, and other commercial cooking operations. By removing grease buildup from hood and exhaust systems, franchisees help clients meet fire codes and reduce fire hazards. The business model is service-based, targeting commercial facilities that require regular, scheduled cleaning to maintain compliance with fire safety regulations.
Franchisees benefit from over 50 years of industry experience, established processes, and a proven operational framework built on technical expertise. The company provides training and support rooted in decades of field experience, allowing franchise owners to deliver high-standard services. Customers include restaurants, hotels, schools, hospitals, and any facility with commercial cooking operations.
With recurring service needs driven by regulatory requirements, the model offers built-in repeat business. The initial franchise fee is $38,000 with total investment ranging from approximately $159,000 to $245,000 and a royalty fee of 10%.
Just the Facts
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Bare Metal Standard Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDD)
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