House Doctors

Franzy VerifiedInformation based on 2026 FDD

Home Services · Home Improvement

Investment min

$120K

Total: $120K–$191K

Avg gross revenue

$573K

Unit-level, 2026

Franchise fee

$65K

Per current disclosure

Royalty

Locations

Franchising since 2022

Description

What is House Doctors?

House Doctors stands as a trusted leader in the professional handyman and home improvement industry since 1994, offering comprehensive solutions for both residential and commercial properties. This established franchise has built its reputation on providing reliable, high-quality home repair and improvement services through a network of carefully vetted, licensed, and insured professionals.

What sets House Doctors apart is their commitment to delivering a seamless, stress-free experience for property owners. Their unique 'home concierge' approach means customers can address multiple projects through a single, trusted provider – from minor repairs to major renovations. The franchise takes pride in its one-year labor guarantee on all services, demonstrating their confidence in the quality of their work.

House Doctors franchisees benefit from a proven business model that emphasizes customer service excellence, including flexible scheduling, prompt response times, and transparent communication. Their technicians arrive on time, work efficiently, and maintain clean workspaces, earning thousands of five-star reviews across their locations.

The franchise specializes in a wide range of services, including interior and exterior remodeling, aging-in-place modifications, commercial services, painting, and general maintenance. This diverse service offering allows franchisees to capture multiple revenue streams while meeting the varying needs of their communities.

For entrepreneurs looking to enter the thriving home services industry, House Doctors offers a structured path to business ownership with comprehensive training, operational support, and a recognized brand name that homeowners trust. Their success is built on a foundation of professionalism, reliability, and customer satisfaction – essential elements in today's competitive home services market.

Handyman service franchise
Multi-project home repairs
Contractor alternative positioning
Aging homeowner focus
Project-based pricing model
Suburban established neighborhoods

Location Analysis

Where House Doctors wins

House Doctors demonstrates clear geographic concentration in the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions, with Ohio serving as the headquarters state and anchor market (Cincinnati, Columbus, Cleveland). This clustering in established Rust Belt metros suggests the model resonates in markets with aging housing stock, moderate cost structures, and homeowner demographics seeking reliable contractor alternatives. The expansion into North Carolina, Indiana, Wisconsin, and Michigan indicates targeting of markets with high homeownership rates and suburban density rather than coastal high-cost metros. The ideal customer profile—homeowners aged 45-75 in established neighborhoods, dual-income households, and aging property owners—aligns well with suburban markets surrounding secondary and tertiary metros where the franchise premium over independent handymen is justified by professionalism and reliability. Review performance averaging 3.8–4.2 stars with moderate volumes (50-200+ reviews in established territories) reflects generally positive but uneven customer sentiment. Common praise for professionalism, reliability, and workmanship quality contrasts with concerns about pricing premiums, scheduling delays, and technician inconsistency—typical challenges for franchise handyman models competing against independent operators. Territory performance variance suggests success hinges significantly on individual franchisee execution, particularly technician hiring and quality control. Prospective investors should conduct granular territory-level due diligence, validating homeowner density, competitive landscape, and specific territory review performance rather than relying on system-wide averages. Local market validation is essential.

Total US locations

Franchise units

Corporate locations

Avg. sq. footage

150

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Financial Analysis

The numbers behind House Doctors

Avg gross revenue$573,090

Investment range$119,850 – $191,000

Investment midpoint$155,425

Brand fund$0

Royalty6

Franchise fee$65,000

Min. net worth$150,000

Min. liquid capital$50,000

House Doctors presents a relatively young franchise system (founded 2018) with a modest unit footprint of 88 locations, suggesting a measured expansion phase still establishing operational standardization. The investment range of $119,850–$191,000 positions this as a lower-capital home services entry point, consistent with a home-based or minimal-overhead handyman model requiring trucks, tools, and working capital rather than retail buildout. The reported gross revenue of $573,090 provides a meaningful benchmark, though interpretation requires caution without clarification on whether this represents system-wide average, median, or top-quartile performance. For a handyman services model, this revenue level implies solid demand capture but suggests careful attention to labor costs, technician productivity, and customer acquisition efficiency will drive profitability outcomes. Operational complexity centers on recruiting and managing skilled technicians while maintaining quality control across dispersed service calls—a challenge reflected in customer feedback noting inconsistent technician skill levels. Scalability depends heavily on labor availability in tight skilled-trades markets and the franchise owner's capacity to hire, train, and retain reliable technicians. The home-based model offers favorable overhead economics but transfers operational risk to workforce management. Investors should model scenarios accounting for technician turnover, vehicle/tool replacement cycles, and the pricing premium sustainability in competitive local markets where independent handymen offer lower-cost alternatives.

Did you know? House Doctors is a home services franchise in the home improvement sector with an initial investment ranging from $119,850 to $191,000. Founded in 2018, the brand operates 88 units with a home-based handyman services model requiring minimal overhead. The investment covers vehicles, tools, working capital, and franchise systems rather than retail real estate, positioning it as a lower-capital entry point in the skilled trades space.

Financing partners

Vetted partners, tailored to franchisees

Your Franzy advisor can connect you with these partners later in the process — competitive rates, specialized in franchise financing.

FranFund

Lender

CRF USA

Nonprofit SBA lender; provides financing for franchise acquisitions, startups, and expansion.

Lender

First Bank of the Lake

Lender

Pension Pros

Lender

FDD Item 7

Initial investment range

$120K–$191K

Most common

$119,850

Minimum

$155,425

Midpoint

$191,000

Maximum

Per FDD Item 7, total initial investment ranges from $119,850 to $191,000. The midpoint $155,425 is what most franchisees report at signing — financing typically reduces cash-at-close by 80–90%. Knowing the investment range helps you plan confidently and ensure you're fully prepared to make the leap.

FDD Item 19

Average gross sales

Avg

$578K

YOY change (2025 -> 2026)

-8%

According to Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, House Doctors has an average gross revenue of $528K. (Note: This information is based on the latest FDD in our records. Please review the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and confirm this information directly with the brand. We make no claims of accuracy for the information presented.)

Growth over time

Franchise footprint

+1149% YoY

1,099 units open as of 2026 FDD+1011 in last 12 mo

2026 Franchise Disclosure

FDD documents

Below are items 2, 3, 4, 7, 11 and 19 for House Doctors's 2026 FDD. The complete FDD is delivered to you directly by the franchisor, per the FTC Franchise Rule.

Estimated initial investment

FDD Item 7 · PDF

Financial performance representations

FDD Item 19 · PDF

Members-only items

Executive team

FDD Item 2 · PDF

Litigation

FDD Item 3 · PDF

Bankruptcy

FDD Item 4 · PDF

Franchisor assistance

FDD Item 11 · PDF

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Buyer FAQs

Frequently asked questions

The initial investment for a House Doctors franchise typically ranges between $119,850.00 and $191,000.00. This includes the franchise fee, equipment, real estate, and other startup costs. To get a detailed breakdown and better understand the financial requirements, we recommend scheduling a call with the Franzy team. We'll walk you through the specifics and answer any questions you might have. For more detailed information, refer to the financial sections of the FDD.

Disclaimer. The information provided on this page is based on the latest Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) we have on record, which was issued in 2026. This information is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute legal, financial, or business advice. We make no guarantees or claims regarding the completeness or accuracy. Only the franchisor can confirm that the information is complete and accurate and we recommend consulting the franchisor directly for the most recent FDD and regarding any questions that you may have about the information provided.

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