Truly Nolen vs Frost Shades
Franchise Comparison 2026
Both Truly Nolen and Frost Shades are home services franchises. Truly Nolen requires an investment of $50K – $122K while Frost Shades requires $56K – $119K. FranchiseVerdict rates Truly Nolen C (Average) and Frost Shades B (Above Average).
| Metric | Truly Nolen | Frost Shades |
|---|---|---|
| Verdict Grade | CAverageAverage | ATop QuintileTop Quintile |
| Investment Range | $50K – $122K | $56K – $119K |
| Franchise Fee | $35K | $30K |
| Royalty Rate | From 7% to 4% of Gross Sales | Greater of 7% of Gross Sales or Minimum Monthly Royalty |
| Average Revenue (Item 19) | N/A | N/A |
| SBA Charge-Off Rate | Limited data | N/A |
| Total Units | 94 | 19 |
| Unit Growth (YoY) | N/A | N/A |
| Year Began Franchising | 1996 | 2020 |
| FDD Year | 2025 | 2022 |
Investment Range
$50K – $122K
$56K – $119K
Franchise Fee
$35K
$30K
Royalty Rate
From 7% to 4% of Gross Sales
Greater of 7% of Gross Sales or Minimum Monthly Royalty
Average Revenue (Item 19)
N/A
N/A
SBA Charge-Off Rate
Limited data
N/A
Total Units
94
19
Unit Growth (YoY)
N/A
N/A
Year Began Franchising
1996
2020
FDD Year
2025
2022