Metal Supermarkets

This franchise operates brick-and-mortar metal distribution centers specializing in the sale of small-quantity metals in a wide variety of types, shapes, sizes, and grades. Products include aluminum, hot- and cold-rolled steel, stainless steel, brass, copper bar, tubes, channel, and sheet metal, all processed to customers' exact specifications with fast turnaround and no minimum order requirements. The model serves a broad customer base including manufacturing facilities, maintenance departments, tool and die makers, fabricators, machine shops, military and government departments, hobbyists, and homeowners.

Franchisees operate as owner-operators and benefit from an established brand with over 11 consecutive years of sales growth. The network spans the US, Canada, and the United Kingdom, making it the world's largest small-quantity metal supplier. Comprehensive franchise support is provided, covering training, operations, and ongoing guidance to help franchisees build a scalable, locally run business.

Just the Facts

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In Business Since1987
Number of Units130
Min Liquid Capital
Required Networth
$$$Total Investment$431K – $593K

Metal Supermarkets Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDD)

These official Metal Supermarkets FDDs contain 23 sections of federally mandated disclosures such as franchisee obligations, franchisor litigation, and financial performance. FDD's are typically 100+ pages long and are critical to evaluate when researching a franchise.

Available Documents

Metal Supermarkets FDD 2026

January 2026

$99.00

Metal Supermarkets FDD 2025

January 2025

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Metal Supermarkets FDD 2024

January 2024

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Metal Supermarkets FDD 2022

January 2022

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Metal Supermarkets FDD 2021

January 2021

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Metal Supermarkets FDD 2020

January 2020

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Metal Supermarkets FDD 2019

January 2019

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Metal Supermarkets FDD 2018

January 2018

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Metal Supermarkets FDD 2017

January 2017

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Metal Supermarkets FDD 2016

January 2016

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