HOODZ

HOODZ is the Nation's Largest Kitchen Hood Cleaning Company. Positioned in a traditionally "mom & pop" industry, HOODZ is a name poised to become synonymous with "hood cleaning". Kitchen Hood Cleaning and its vast array of ancillary services is a REQUIRED NECESSITY for every Restaurant, Hospital, Hotel, University, Public School, Grocery Store, Nursing Home, etc. On average these institutions are cleaned 4 times a year.

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HOODZ Franchise Cost and Requirements for 2025

The Hoodz service franchise offers complete cleaning of kitchen exhaust equipment. The market for this service is quite large because it expands to cover two different areas. Both institutional and commercial customers have a need for this specialized service in order to keep their grills, ranges, and cook top stoves in proper working order. General cleaning service customers are also ideal candidates because this specialized feature is a reasonable extension to their existing service requests. Regular visits and inspections can also uncover potential problems that can be proactively addressed.

One reason Hoodz is such a successful franchise is the unique ability to specialize in a specific industry but also be flexible enough to expand into new territories. Other than kitchen exhaust cleaning, Hoodz service options include everything from concrete cleaning to exhaust fan hinge installation. Fast food restaurants and fine dining establishments both have similar needs to maintain their facilities. Grease traps and exhaust systems appear in both kitchens and must be maintained in much the same way. The ability to fill various service needs for the restaurant industry, as well as other institutional settings, allows Hoodz to be a full service provider in the market place.

Established: 2008
First Unit Franchised: 2009
Franchised Units: 137
Company Owned Units: 2

Financial Assistance Provided: Yes (In-house financing up to 50% of Franchse Fee) Third party will finance up to 90% of vehicle and equipment with good credit score.
Site Selection Assistance: No
Lease Negotiation Assistance: No
Recruiting Assistance: No
Co-Operative Advertising: No
Training: Our initial training is held in Ann Arbor, Michigan for 10 Days. This training is designed for the franchisee and two technicians. Training includes classroom technical and sales training, as well as hands on field training.
On-going Support from the home office includes sales support, business management, IT support, structured peer support and training, marketing support, 24 hour "in the field" technical support, etc.

What does a HOODZ Franchise Cost?

HOODZ franchise fees for 2025:

Total Initial Investment:  $199,038 to $244,307
Franchise Fee:  $59,900
Royalty:  10% to as low as 7%
Marketing Fund:  1%
Liquid Cash: $50,000
Minimum Net Worth: $200,000

Item 19: Yes
Passive Ownership: No
Home-Based: Yes
SBA: Yes
VetFran Discount: 20% off Initial Franchise Fee

Is HOODZ a Semi Absentee Franchise with a Passive Ownership Opportunity?

No. HOODZ is not a semi absentee franchise. The owner of the franchise (the franchisee) is expected to be involved in all aspects of day-to-day operations.

Is HOODZ a Home Based franchise?

Yes. HOODZ is a home based franchise opportunity.

What Do HOODZ Franchise Owners Make?

Click here to find out how much HOODZ franchisees make. HOODZ offers an Item 19 in their Franchise Disclosure Document which provides financial information about select franchisees in their franchise system.

Is HOODZ a Master Franchise Opportunity?

No. HOODZ is not a master franchise opportunity.

Does HOODZ Offer a Veteran Discount?

Yes. HOODZ franchise does offer a veteran discount.

Does HOODZ Work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa Candidates?

No. HOODZ franchise does not work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa candidates.

Is HOODZ Looking for Franchisees in Canada?

Yes. HOODZ franchise is looking for Canada franchisees.

Is HOODZ Looking for International franchisees?

No. HOODZ franchise is not looking for International franchisees.

Where can I see HOODZ's FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document)?

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Additional Categories

Cleaning & Maid Services, Maintenance, Non Food Franchises

Number of Units Open

100+ UNITS

Cash Required

$50,000 - $100,000

Master Franchise

Passive Franchise

Home Based Franchise

Yes

Item 19 Franchise

Yes

Veteran Discount

B2B

Yes

Franchise Opportunities in Canada

Yes

International Franchise Opportunities

E2 Visa Franchise

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HOODZ Franchise Cost and Requirements for 2025

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