Koala Insulation
Provides insulation evaluation, removal, installation, and related services for residential and commercial properties, using proprietary equipment and trailers (Koala Rigs).
Your franchise match score
Home Services
Brand super powers
No build-out required
Highly scalable
Simple business model
Low Investment
National Accounts + Relationships
Brand highlights
- CEOScott Zide
- Headquarters2426 Old Brick Road, Glen Allen, VA, 23060
- Year founded2020
- Year started franchising2020
- IndustryHome Services
- Locations open395 (+147 last three years)
Statistics & metrics
- Investment range$189,075 - $234,272
- Franchise fee$49,500
- RoyaltyThe greater of (i) the aggregate of the Minimum Royalty Fees for each of your Territories or (ii) the Percent-Based Royalty Fee based upon the combined Gross Sales among each of your Territories. (See Note 1 and Note 2)
- Brand fundCurrently 1% of Gross Sales. Maximum of 2% of Gross Sales.
- Required Liquid Capital$150,000
- Required Net Worth$250,000
Learn more about the Home Services industry:
Home services cover everything from interior design and cleaning to landscaping and pest control. With homeowners constantly investing in their properties, this industry offers consistent demand and growth potential.
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FDD insights
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FDD Version Referenced - Issuance Date: 2025-01-23
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| The Franchisor & Executives | Learn about Koala Insulation, its parent company, and the executive leadership team responsible for operating and supporting the franchise system. | |
| Business Experience | Review the professional backgrounds and relevant business experience of Koala Insulation's executives, directors, and key management personnel. | |
| Litigation | Understand any past or pending legal actions involving Koala Insulation, its affiliates, or key personnel that may be relevant to prospective franchisees. | |
| Estimated Initial Investment | Review the estimated total initial investment required to open a Koala Insulation franchise, including startup costs and working capital estimates. | |
| Financial Performance Representations | Review any financial performance information Koala Insulation provides, including revenue or earnings data, if disclosed. |
Location data
| Total locations | 395 |
| Franchise locations | 395 |
| Corporate locations | 0 |
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Franchisee reviews
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Based on 1 reviews
FRANCHISEE
Number of Locations: 17
The franchisee’s overall sentiment is mixed: they are very satisfied with their current experience but are unlikely to purchase again and only moderately likely to recommend the brand. They praise strong marketing and brand recognition, noting the franchisor’s customer acquisition strategies effectively drive consistent foot traffic. However, they report very poor ongoing support, significant hiring challenges, and higher-than-expected time demands, and they call for improvements to territory protection and more competitive initial investment costs; onboarding and technology are described as adequate.
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