Koala Insulation
Home Services · Handyman & Repairs
- Active units
- 395
- Avg unit volume
- $1.1M
- Royalty
- 6.5%
Franchised, year-end 2024
of weekly Net Sales
About Koala Insulation
Koala Insulation is your go-to solution for all your insulation needs. We provide efficient, friendly, and cost-effective services to enhance your energy efficiency and lower your monthly bills. With a national presence and licensed, insured, and experienced professionals at every location, you can trust us to get the job done right. Our comprehensive range of services includes batt insulation, blow-in insulation, spray foam insulation, air sealing, solar attic fans, and crawl space builder services. We also offer insulation removal, ensuring a clean and hassle-free process. Did you know that 90% of U.S. By choosing Koala Insulation, you're not only improving comfort but also making a positive impact on the environment. With over 50 years of combined insulation experience, we deliver efficiency and improve comfort. Experience the difference of a home that always feels just right. Contact your nearest Koala Insulation location today for a free quote and start enjoying energy savings and increased comfort in your home.
Key terms
- Franchise fee
$50k
- Multi-territory purchase at signing
Discounted franchise fees when buying multiple Territories at the same time (e.g., $40,000 for 2nd; $35,000 for 3rd; $30,000 for 4th–10th)
- Existing Franchisee – Additional Territory
20% discount on the then-current franchise fee for one additional Territory (conditions apply; not via third-party broker)
- Existing Franchisee – Additional Concept (affiliated brand)
20% discount on the then-current franchise fee of the affiliated brand (one territory; conditions apply; not via third-party broker)
- Employees of Franchisees
5% per year of employment over 2 years up to 50% max (e.g., 10% at 2 years; 50% at 10+ years); only VetFran may be combined
- Brand fund
1.0% of Net Sales
- Local advertising
5.0% of Net Sales
- Veteran discount
15.0% off franchise fee — VetFran discount of 15% off the franchise fee for one Territory
Brand Percentile Rankings
Rankings compare brands in the same operating year. Fee and investment figures come from the FDD (2026 filing); filings on file: 2025, 2026.
Growth
- Total locations333
Franchised units open at year-end
- New openings26
Gross new units opened during the calendar year
- 1-year unit growth rate-15.1%
Net unit growth versus prior year
- 3-year unit CAGR-7.0%
Compound annual growth rate of unit count over the trailing 3 years
- Unit growth ratio0.3×
Cumulative opens / closures through year-end
Unit economics
- Annual unit volume (Median)—
Per FDD Item 19 disclosure
- Annual unit volume (25th percentile)—
Per FDD Item 19 disclosure
- Annual unit volume (75th percentile)—
Per FDD Item 19 disclosure
- 1-year Median AUV growth rate—
Year-over-year change in median AUV
- Store-level EBITDA Margin—
Median unit-level EBITDA / AUV
Investment profile
- Estimated initial investment$218k
Midpoint of estimated initial investment range
↓ Lower is better - Time to open3 months
Midpoint of average time from agreement to opening
↓ Lower is better - Royalty rate—
Percent of net sales paid to the franchisor
- Sales-to-investment ratio—
Median AUV / estimated initial investment midpoint
- Cash-on-cash returns—
Median unit-level EBITDA / estimated initial investment midpoint. Steady-state estimate; year 1 returns will be lower as the unit ramps to median volumes.
Franchisee healthLocked
- Unit closure ratio
- Transfer vs. closure ratio
- Percent multi-unit franchisees
- Litigation rate
- EBITDA multiple on sales & transfers
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Sources
Financial and operating figures are sourced from the brand's Franchise Disclosure Documents. Brand percentile rankings are based on comparisons to other brands that include the same metrics in their Franchise Disclosure Documents.