
The Grounds Guys
The Grounds Guys are reliable and committed when it comes to meeting all commercial and residential lawn care and landscaping needs. Since 1987, we have provided immaculate care and environmentally friendly services that help turn houses into homes year-round. Our landscapers will provide value that most competitors don’t offer. We offer multiple services including Lawn and Bed maintenance, Landscape Design, Holiday and Landscape Lighting, Irrigation, Gutters, Snow and Ice Mitigation, and special projects including Decks, Patios, Pergolas, Outdoor Kitchens and Fencing-offered all under one business model Commitment to putting customers’ needs first. Local experts with a positive, respectful attitude. Product options and practices that help the environment. Fully trained professionals who are prepared for our customer's desired service needs.
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Maintenance & Cleaning Services
Brand highlights
- CEOMichael Anthony Davis
- Headquarters1010 N University Parks Dr, Waco, TX, 76707
- Year founded1987
- Year started franchising1987
- IndustryMaintenance & Cleaning Services
- Locations open219 (+8 last three years)
Statistics & metrics
- Investment range$107,650 - $252,850
- Franchise fee$43,750
- Royalty5-6% of Gross Sales except for “roll-in” sales.
- Brand fund2%
- Required Liquid Capital$50
- Required Net Worth$250
- Ave Gross opened 3+ years$820,392
Brand superpowers
A Neighborly Company
18 other Home Service brands to market to
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Marketing
Recurring Revenue
Ideal candidate profile
Owner Operator Preferred
Passion to Help People
Values Outstanding Customer Service
Ability to recruit and scale a team
Community Centric
Leadership Skills
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FDD Version Referenced - Issuance Date: 2026-04-01
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Location data
| Total locations | 219 |
| Franchise locations | 219 |
| Corporate locations | 0 |
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Based on 4 reviews
CURRENT FRANCHISEE
Number of Locations: 1
Oct 15, 2026I would want people to know that business is extremely difficult but can have some great benefits too. What makes it easier is that you have support from other franchises in your brand. The is a competitive nature within us but also the desire to see everyone succeed and prosper.
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FORMER FRANCHISEE
Number of Locations: 1
Oct 15, 2026My wife and I rolled our existing business into a Ground Guys Franchise. We did it for the systems and to help our business become more organized and to help us grow in the right direction. We tripled the size of the business over the next 4.5 years. There were definitely bumps along the way and serious challenges to overcome at times, but we kept grinding and grew in verticals that we were not always well versed in at first. We were willing to learn as we grew. We constantly stayed in touch with our Franchise coaches, we made connections with other good, solid franchise owners who were grinding and growing, and went to every regional meeting and training event offered to the owners. All of this helped us grow into a very profitable Grounds Guys Franchisee. At the end of the day, we were approached about selling our business, and the offer was too good to pass up. It wasn’t always easy, but it was rewarding.
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CURRENT FRANCHISEE
Number of Locations: 2
Oct 14, 2026Being a part of The Grounds Guys franchise has helped us grow faster than we ever thought possible. The systems, training, and ongoing support are truly second to none and have played a huge role in our growth and success. What really sets The Grounds Guys apart, though, is the corporate team. They are the best in the business and consistently go above and beyond to support their franchise owners. You can tell they genuinely care about our success and are invested in helping us reach our full potential. One of my favorite things about The Grounds Guys is the genuine family feel across the entire franchise network. Whether it’s another franchise owner or someone on the corporate team, I know I can pick up the phone, reach out, and lean on them anytime for any reason. That kind of support and community is hard to find. We are incredibly thankful to be part of The Grounds Guys family and look forward to continuing to grow with such an outstanding organization. If you’re looking for a franchise that combines proven systems, excellent training, incredible support, and a team that truly cares about your success, The Grounds Guys is hard to beat!
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CURRENT FRANCHISEE
Number of Locations: 3
Oct 14, 2026The Grounds Guys for me has been nothing short of excellent, from the training and coaching to the owner to owner interaction and the amount of assistance you get and growing your business is absolutely unbelievable and I am very thankful for it. They thought of everything including saving money and they have network with major companies that help grow my business like Home Depot and Lowe’s, John Deere and I get special pricing and rebates from these companies twice a year they make running a business and owning a business easy
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