Rank 50Home ServicesEst. 2002

1-800-BOARDUP

Birmingham, AL

1-800-BOARDUP is a national emergency restoration franchise specializing in fire, water, and storm damage services. Part of the BELFOR Franchise Group, it offers 24/7 rapid response to secure and protect properties after disasters, including boarding up windows and doors, water removal, ice damming, and temporary power. With over 130 locations across the U.S. and Canada, 1-800-BOARDUP is committed to helping victims recover from traumatic events by providing immediate, professional assistance and working closely with public safety officials. Franchisees benefit from proprietary software, equipment training, marketing support, and a toll-free number to streamline operations and customer service. The franchise provides comprehensive training on proprietary tools and business management, marketing materials, a dedicated website, and ongoing operational support. The ideal owner is someone committed to community service and emergency response, with strong customer service skills and the ability to manage a fast-paced, service-oriented business.

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FIC Score

89.5

out of 100

#50 Ranked

Investment Range

$50K – $150K

Franchise Fee

$10K

Total Units

130

5-Year Growth

+14%

FIC Score Breakdown

89.5
Scalability
90.0
Franchisor Support
89.5
Unit Economics
89.0
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Overall Ranking

Out of 787 franchises

Specifications

Min Investment$50K
Max Investment$150K
Franchise Fee$10K
Liquid Capital$40K
5-Year Growth14%
Total Units130
Founded2002
Franchising Since1990
HeadquartersBirmingham, AL
Royalty Fee5%-10%

About the 1-800-BOARDUP Franchise Opportunity

The 1-800-BOARDUP franchise is a Home Services franchising opportunity founded in 2002 and headquartered in Birmingham, AL. With over 130 franchise units, 1-800-BOARDUP is one of the recognized brands in the home services sector available to prospective franchisees.

The total investment required to become a 1-800-BOARDUP franchisee ranges from $50K to $150K. The initial franchise fee is $10K. Prospective franchise owners must have a minimum of $40K in liquid capital. Franchisees pay an ongoing royalty fee of 5%-10%.

The Franchise Information Center has assigned 1-800-BOARDUP a FIC Score of 89.5 out of 100, ranking it #50 among all franchises. This proprietary franchise score evaluates three core dimensions: scalability (90.0/100), franchisor support quality (89.5/100), and unit economics (89.0/100).

1-800-BOARDUP has demonstrated 14% unit growth over the past 5 years, reflecting strong demand for this franchise opportunity among investors and entrepreneurs entering franchising.

The Franchise Information Center provides free consultations to help you evaluate whether the 1-800-BOARDUP franchise is the right franchising investment for your goals, budget, and market. Our expert franchise brokers work directly with franchisors on your behalf — at no cost to you.

1-800-BOARDUP

FIC 89.5 · #50

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