Spaulding Decon
Industrial & Commercial Services · Commercial Cleaning & Restoration
- Active units
- 14
- Royalty
- 8.0%
Franchised, year-end 2023
of weekly Net Sales
About Spaulding Decon
Spaulding Decon is a trusted and reliable brand that has been providing exceptional cleaning and restoration services since 2005. With a focus on crime scene, drug lab, hoarding, and other challenging cleaning services, they have become the go-to experts in their field. Led by founder and CEO Laura Spaulding, who has a background as a police officer, the team at Spaulding Decon understands the devastation caused by crime and the importance of a clean and safe environment for families. They approach every job with care and compassion, ensuring that each client receives the personalized assistance they need. From biohazard and crime scene cleanup to mold remediation, water damage restoration, and hoarding cleanout, Spaulding Decon offers a comprehensive range of services. They also specialize in drug lab cleanup, tear gas cleanup, odor removal, and more. What sets Spaulding Decon apart is their commitment to being the last responders. They work closely with insurance companies to provide quick and affordable decontamination services. Additionally, they offer support in making arrangements with funeral homes and police departments, as well as connecting individuals with counseling and legal information. With licensed, insured, and certified technicians who undergo extensive training, Spaulding Decon ensures that every cleaning project is handled safely and effectively. They use proprietary cleaning products and state-of-the-art tools to restore homes and businesses to their original condition. If you're in need of emergency cleaning or restoration services, contact Spaulding Decon today. Their knowledgeable team is available 24/7 to provide assistance and arrange a free estimate. Trust the experts at Spaulding Decon to clean up life's toughest accidents and get you back to what matters most.
Key terms
- Franchise fee
$50k
- Reduced fees for additional units
2nd $42,000; 3rd $38,000; 4th $36,000; 5th $34,000; 6th $32,000; 7th $30,000
- U.S. Military Veteran Franchise Giveaway Program
One qualified veteran selected; Initial Franchise Fee waived (up to $49,500); candidates not working with a broker
- Brand fund
1.5% of Net Sales
- Local advertising
2.0% of Net Sales
- Footprint
100 – 300 sq ft
- Veteran discount
10.0% off franchise fee — 10% off the Initial Franchise Fee for qualified U.S. Military Veterans and First Responders (first territory only)
Brand Percentile Rankings
Rankings compare brands in the same operating year. Fee and investment figures come from the FDD (2024 filing).
Growth
- Total locations14
Franchised units open at year-end
- New openings3
Gross new units opened during the calendar year
- 1-year unit growth rate-65.9%
Net unit growth versus prior year
- 3-year unit CAGR-38.5%
Compound annual growth rate of unit count over the trailing 3 years
- Unit growth ratio0.1×
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$184k
Midpoint of estimated initial investment range
↓ Lower is better - Time to open6 months
Midpoint of average time from agreement to opening
↓ Lower is better - Royalty rate8.0%
Percent of net sales paid to the franchisor
↓ Lower is better - 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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Location footprint
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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.