NerdsToGo
Business & Professional Services · IT & Tech Support Services
About NerdsToGo
NerdsToGo is a prominent name in the computer service and technology franchise sector in the United States. Founded in 2003 by David J. Colella, the brand emerged to meet the growing demand for IT support in both residential and small business settings. Over the years, what began as a small operation has transformed into a national franchise organization dedicated to delivering top-tier technology services.
NerdsToGo offers a range of services including tech support, computer repair, and strategic partnerships for B2B clients. The brand takes pride in its proven business model and extensive training and support, enabling franchisees to effectively market and provide services tailored to local needs. With a commitment to exceptional customer service, NerdsToGo is rapidly establishing itself as a leader in the industry, positioning itself to become a household name in the technology sector. By expanding its franchise network, NerdsToGo aims to uphold its core values and provide unparalleled service across the nation.
Key terms
- Footprint
500 – 1,000 sq ft
Brand Percentile Rankings
Rankings compare brands in the same operating year. Fee and investment figures come from the FDD (2025 filing); filings on file: 2024, 2025.
Growth
- Total locations—
Franchised units open at year-end
- New openings—
Gross new units opened during the calendar year
- 1-year unit growth rate—
Net unit growth versus prior year
- 3-year unit CAGR—
Compound annual growth rate of unit count over the trailing 3 years
- Unit growth ratio—
Cumulative opens / closures through year-end
Unit economics
- Annual unit volume (Median)—
Per FDD Item 19 disclosure
- Annual unit volume (25th percentile)$202k
Gross Revenue is total sales less sales tax, discounts, allowances, and returns; generated primarily from on-site service calls, on-site product sales, walk-in…
- Annual unit volume (75th percentile)$400k
Gross Revenue is total sales less sales tax, discounts, allowances, and returns; generated primarily from on-site service calls, on-site product sales, walk-in…
- 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—
Midpoint of estimated initial investment range
- Time to open8 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.