UBuildIt
Education & Business Coaching · Small Business Coaching
- Active units
- 63
- Royalty
- $2k / yr
Franchised, year-end 2023
Annual flat fee
About UBuildIt
UBuildIt is a reputable brand that specializes in custom building and remodeling projects, catering to both commercial and residential needs. With a successful track record since 1988, they have completed over 14,300 projects, constructing homes worth an impressive $1 billion. Despite occasional negative reviews, UBuildIt maintains its commitment to delivering high-quality results. Providing customers with a range of program options, UBuildIt ensures that every project is tailored to meet individual requirements. From offering guidance on building a custom home to saving money by not hiring UBuildIt, they provide comprehensive information to help clients make informed decisions. The brand also emphasizes direct communication with UBuildIt clients, enabling customers to speak directly with those who have utilized their services. UBuildIt proudly offers a unique opportunity for individuals interested in joining their team. As a part of this esteemed brand, you will have the privilege of coaching homeowners and guiding them through the entire building process. Experience the joy of witnessing dreams come true by becoming a part of UBuildIt's world-class team. Start your journey today by accessing their free information kit or exploring franchise opportunities.
Key terms
- Franchise fee
$35k
- Brand fund
3.0% of Net Sales
- Local advertising
5000.0% of Net Sales
- Veteran discount
Not offered
Brand Percentile Rankings
Rankings compare brands in the same operating year. Fee and investment figures come from the FDD (2026 filing); filings on file: 2024, 2026.
Growth
- Total locations66
Franchised units open at year-end
- New openings20
Gross new units opened during the calendar year
- 1-year unit growth rate13.8%
Net unit growth versus prior year
- 3-year unit CAGR6.7%
Compound annual growth rate of unit count over the trailing 3 years
- Unit growth ratio1.5×
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$241k
Midpoint of estimated initial investment range
↓ Lower is better - Time to open—
Midpoint of average time from agreement to opening
- Royalty rate7.5%
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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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.