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Zippy Shell Storage and Moving

Zippy Shell USA ("ZSA" or the "Company") represents a disruptive business and operating model within the mobile self storage and moving industries, providing an innovative, efficient, high-quality, proprietary mobile storage and moving platforms that offer significant economic and operating advantages over competing technologies such as those of industry pioneers PODS? and 1-800-PACK RAT?

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Zippy Shell Storage and Moving Franchise Cost and Requirements for 2025

Background

The Zippy Shell business is a franchise system in the mobile self storage and moving industries. The business involves delivering a storage unit to the customer's home or business, the customer then loading it, the storage unit being picked up and returned to a secure warehouse for storage.

The Zippy Shell system can also be used by consumers as a means of shipping their goods throughout the country. This is part of an increasing trend of "containerized moving" and can be a more efficient and cost effective moving your household or business goods.

The key to the Zippy Shell Mobile Storage model is based upon some very distinct advantages that is has over its competitors. These advantages are:

Lower capital cost to operate the business
A more unique and effective delivery system
Tremendous brand recognition through mobile advertising

In the case of Zippy Shell, a patent pending delivery process is used, utilizing the Zippy Shell Mobile Storage Unit and storage Cartridge. Zippy Shell franchisees may operate in Exclusive Territories, on license from Zippy Shell.

Company Details

Established: 2009
First Unit Franchised: 2010
Franchised Units: 54
Company Owned Units: 7
States Registered In: All States except Hawaii and South Dakota
Canada Franchises: Yes
International Franchises: Yes

Support and Training Offered By Zippy Shell Storage and Moving

Financial Assistance Provided: Yes
Site Selection Assistance: Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Recruiting Assistance: Yes
Co-Operative Advertising: Yes
Training: Training:

There are 3 different elements to the initial training. All are done at the franchisees location.
  • Logistics Training - How to operate the equipment, how to assemble the containers, warehouse layout and management
  • Marketing Training - Develop an ongoing marketing program. Outline of grand opening marketing.
  • Technology Training - How to use the platform provided by Zippy Shell to manage and run your business.

2025 Franchise Requirements Needed to Own a Zippy Shell Storage and Moving Franchise.

What does a Zippy Shell Storage and Moving Franchise Cost?

Zippy Shell Storage and Moving franchise fees for 2025:

Cash Investment: $350,000 - $500,000 (including franchise fee)

Total Investment: $800,000 - $1,250,000

Minimum Net Worth: $1,500,000

Minimum Liquid Capital: $500,000
Franchise Fee: .15 cents per person/$75,000+
Royalty: $16 per storage container/per month
Ad: $550
Average Number of Employees: 1-5
Passive Ownership: Yes
Home Based: Yes
B2B: No
Master Franchise Opportunities: Yes

Is Zippy Shell Storage and Moving a Semi Absentee Franchise with a Passive Ownership Opportunity?

Yes. Zippy Shell Storage and Moving is a semi absentee franchise and allows passive ownership. A semi-absentee franchise is a business you could start and run while still maintaining a job or other obligation.

Is Zippy Shell Storage and Moving a Home Based franchise?

Yes. Zippy Shell Storage and Moving is a home based franchise opportunity.

What Do Zippy Shell Storage and Moving Franchise Owners Make?

This information is not available. Zippy Shell Storage and Moving does not offer an Item 19 in their Franchise Disclosure Document.

Is Zippy Shell Storage and Moving a Master Franchise Opportunity?

Yes. Zippy Shell Storage and Moving is a master franchise opportunity. A master franchisee is responsible to recruit, train and support franchisees in their territory.

Does Zippy Shell Storage and Moving Offer a Veteran Discount?

Yes. Zippy Shell Storage and Moving franchise does offer a veteran discount.

Does Zippy Shell Storage and Moving Work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa Candidates?

Yes. Zippy Shell Storage and Moving franchise does work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa candidates.

Is Zippy Shell Storage and Moving Looking for Franchisees in Canada?

Yes. Zippy Shell Storage and Moving franchise is looking for Canada franchisees.

Is Zippy Shell Storage and Moving Looking for International franchisees?

Yes. Zippy Shell Storage and Moving franchise is looking for International franchisees.

Where can I see Zippy Shell Storage and Moving's FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document)?

Buying a Franchise Guide: What is a Franchise Disclosure Document?

When evaluating a franchise opportunity, reading and understanding the current version of their FDD is a necessity. Considering the benefits of franchising, such as established brand recognition and support from the franchisor, it's important to also take into account franchise fees and franchising royalty fees. Since most franchisors are privately owned companies, the current versions of their FDDs are typically not available unless requested directly from them.

Click here to connect with a Franchise Consultant who can help you obtain a copy quickly and for free. They can also guide you through the essential franchise questions to ask, ensuring you make a well-informed decision about your investment.

Additional Information

Additional Categories

Home Services, Building & Storage, Non Food Franchises

Number of Units Open

20-50 UNITS

Cash Required

More than $250,000

Master Franchise

Yes

Passive Franchise

Yes

Home Based Franchise

Yes

Item 19 Franchise

No

Veteran Discount

No

B2B

No

Franchise Opportunities in Canada

Yes

International Franchise Opportunities

Yes

E2 Visa Franchise

Yes

Zippy Shell Storage and Moving Franchises for Sale

Click Here to inquire about existing Zippy Shell Storage and Moving franchises for sale. We may have Zippy Shell Storage and Moving franchise resales. A franchise resale is an already established franchise owned by a franchisee and the franchisee is looking to sell their franchise.

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