How Much Does a Fish Window Cleaning Franchise Cost?
Data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document
Investment Summary
Total Investment
$107K – $173K
Franchise Fee
$50K
Royalty
5.0%
Ad Fund
1.0%
Cost Breakdown
Initial Franchise Fee
The initial franchise fee for Fish Window Cleaning is $50K. This one-time payment covers the right to operate under the brand, access to proprietary systems, and initial training programs.
Total Investment Range
Opening a Fish Window Cleaning franchise requires a total investment of $107K – $173K. This range typically includes real estate or leasehold improvements, equipment and fixtures, initial inventory, signage, insurance, and working capital to sustain operations during the ramp-up period.
Working capital alone ranges from $14K to $36K.
Ongoing Costs
Beyond the initial investment, Fish Window Cleaning franchisees pay ongoing fees. The royalty fee is 5.0% of gross sales (Gross Sales). The advertising or brand fund contribution is 1.0% of gross sales. There is also a technology fee of $100.
Net Worth & Liquid Capital Requirements
Fish Window Cleaning requires working capital of $14K – $36K to cover initial operating expenses. This is the liquid cash you should have available beyond the franchise fee and buildout costs.
What Can You Earn?
Fish Window Cleaning does not disclose earnings data in Item 19 of its Franchise Disclosure Document. Not all franchisors choose to publish financial performance representations, though this is a data point many prospective franchisees consider important.
How Do Banks View Fish Window Cleaning?
SBA Loans Issued
49
Default Rate
21.4%
The SBA (Small Business Administration) tracks loan performance for franchise brands. Fish Window Cleaning has 49 SBA-backed loans on record. The default rate is 21.4%, which is near the franchise industry average. A lower default rate generally indicates that lenders view the franchise as a safer investment, though past performance does not guarantee future results.
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