The Grounds Guys
Waco, TX
The Grounds Guys is a growing franchise in the home services industry, requiring an investment range of $54,200 to $183,400. The franchise fee is $36,500, and candidates need liquid capital of $50,000. Founded in 1987 and starting franchising in 2010, it operates 210 units with a growth rate of 19% over the last five years. The franchise offers extensive training and support for aspiring entrepreneurs who want to thrive in the landscaping business.
FIC Score
out of 100
Investment Range
$108K – $253K
Franchise Fee
$44K
Total Units
251
5-Year Growth
+19%
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About the The Grounds Guys Franchise Opportunity
The The Grounds Guys franchise is a Home Services franchising opportunity founded in 2009 and headquartered in Waco, TX. With over 251 franchise units, The Grounds Guys is one of the recognized brands in the home services sector available to prospective franchisees.
The total investment required to become a The Grounds Guys franchisee ranges from $108K to $253K. The initial franchise fee is $44K. Prospective franchise owners must have a minimum of $50K in liquid capital. Franchisees pay an ongoing royalty fee of 6%.
The Franchise Information Center has assigned The Grounds Guys a FIC Score of 89.5 out of 100, ranking it #51 among all franchises. This proprietary franchise score evaluates three core dimensions: scalability (90.0/100), franchisor support quality (89.0/100), and unit economics (89.5/100).
The Grounds Guys has demonstrated 19% unit growth over the past 5 years, reflecting strong demand for this franchise opportunity among investors and entrepreneurs entering franchising.
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The Grounds Guys
FIC 89.5 · #51
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