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Mr. Handyman

Mr. Handyman franchises provide residential and commercial repair, maintenance, installation, assembly and improvement services. Owners manage the local service business, hire and lead skilled service professionals, and act as the local sales and marketing face.

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Initial investment US$161,900–215,000USD · Read conditions below
Franchise fee US$67,000USD · Read conditions below
Ongoing royalty 7%Read conditions below

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Understanding the opportunity

Mr. Handyman is set up for owners who run the business rather than do the repairs themselves: the franchisor describes them as managers who hire and lead skilled technicians and act as the local sales and marketing face. Its April 2026 disclosure document and the franchisor put the opening investment at $161,900 to $215,000, with a $67,000 initial franchise fee, and the franchisor looks for at least $50,000 in liquid capital and a $250,000 net worth. The disclosure also lists $60,000 to $90,000 of working capital, so ask how that figure fits within the investment range. Ongoing costs are tied to gross sales: a 7% royalty and a 2% marketing fee, with minimum marketing fees that matter most in a slow first year. The U.S. network grew from 347 to 357 outlets during 2025, all of them franchised, which points to steady rather than rapid expansion in a system that has franchised since 2000. The franchisor may finance part of the franchise fee for qualified buyers but isn't obliged to, and renewals waive the franchise fee but charge a renewal fee. Before signing, ask which territories are open near you and how the minimum fees are worked out.

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Investment and ongoing costs

Initial investment

US$161,900–215,000

Franchise fee

US$67,000

Royalty rate

7%

Marketing fee

2%

Working capital

US$60,000–90,000

Royalty type

Gross Sales

Liquid capital required

US$50,000

Net worth required

US$250,000

Disclosure document

April 1, 2026

Financing terms and conditions

We have no obligation to provide you any financing, but we may agree to finance a portion of the initial franchise fee for qualified prospective franchisees under specified terms and conditions.

Marketing fund terms and exceptions

MAP Fee (Notes 2, 3 and 4) 2% of Gross Sales except for “roll in” sales. In addition, Minimum MAP Fees apply. Due by automatic debit each Thursday (Note 3). National marketing efforts to consumers. See Fees Chart and notes.

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Training and support

Training

extensive training initially and on an ongoing basis

Support

We offer marketing resources, training programs, business coaching, operational guidance, and a strong franchise owner network to help with your success.

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Ownership and availability

Franchising available

Yes

Renewal terms

The Initial Franchise Fee is waived for renewal terms; however, you will need to pay the renewal fee.

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At a glance

Observed locations

357

  • period: year-end

Growth data

US outlets increased from 347 at the start of 2025 to 357 at year end (net change: +10). Derived from the disclosure's state tables; company-owned outlets: 0. Earlier exit classifications differ between state rows and totals; this does not affect the reconciled counts or the latest-year change. Source footnotes and discrepancies are retained with the evidence.

  • period: year-end
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Questions worth asking Mr. Handyman

Start with the open questions in this profile, then add your priorities.

  1. For the financing described here, which costs are eligible, who qualifies, and what rates, repayment terms and security apply?
  2. What period and expenses does the working-capital reserve cover, and is it already included in the stated investment or capital requirement?
  3. For the training described here, what are the schedule and location, and who pays for travel, accommodation and required certifications?
  4. Which trades, licences and insurance policies does my location require?
  5. How are territories defined, and who owns repeat-customer relationships?
  6. Which current disclosure documents and franchisee contacts can I review before making a decision?
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Sources and research dates

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