LIME Painting
Home Services · Residential Painting
Description
What is LIME Painting?
What sets LIME Painting apart is their comprehensive approach to surface preparation and use of top-tier materials. Their services extend beyond traditional painting to include specialized treatments such as lime washing, stucco repair, cabinet refinishing, epoxy flooring, and various other custom finishing solutions. Each project is managed with precision, utilizing a systematic approach that ensures consistent, lasting results.
The franchise has earned a stellar reputation through their dedication to customer satisfaction, as evidenced by their impressive collection of positive reviews highlighting their professionalism, reliability, and outstanding workmanship. Their teams are known for their courteous demeanor, clear communication throughout projects, and maintaining clean, organized work sites.
LIME Painting franchisees benefit from a proven business model that focuses on the luxury residential and commercial markets, backed by comprehensive training and ongoing support. The brand's commitment to excellence is reflected in their use of premium products, detailed project management, and thorough quality control processes.
With a growing presence across the United States, LIME Painting continues to expand its footprint while maintaining the high standards and attention to detail that have become hallmarks of their brand. Their success is built on a foundation of integrity, quality workmanship, and a dedication to exceeding customer expectations in every project they undertake.
- Full-service painting and restoration company
- Premium custom home and commercial market focus
- Carpenter support teams for comprehensive project delivery
- Decade-long proven operational track record since 2014
- Revenue performance 56% above residential painting sub-sector average
- Quality prep work with premium products and custom finishes
Location Analysis
Where LIME Painting wins
The franchise's geographic distribution suggests a deliberate expansion strategy targeting affluent suburban markets with high concentrations of premium homes, particularly in states with strong real estate values and high median household incomes. Colorado's strong presence showcases successful market penetration in the founding region, while strategic placement in states like New Jersey and New Hampshire indicates focus on high-income East Coast markets.
Ideal locations for LIME Painting franchises typically include upscale suburban areas with median home values above $400,000, high homeownership rates, and significant populations of luxury homes. The current geographic footprint reveals substantial expansion opportunities, particularly in underserved wealthy markets across the Northeast and West Coast. Success factors include proximity to affluent neighborhoods, strong local construction activity, and regions with high discretionary spending on home improvements.
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Financial Analysis
The numbers behind LIME Painting
The investment premium is validated by exceptional revenue performance, with LIME generating $1,095,451 in gross revenue - an impressive 56% above the sub-sector average of $702,994. This superior financial performance demonstrates the effectiveness of LIME's premium positioning strategy and comprehensive service model targeting custom homes and commercial properties.
Established in 2014 with 82 units, LIME demonstrates solid system maturity and measured growth trajectory within the home services sector. This unit count suggests established operational systems while maintaining growth potential in underserved markets. The decade-long operational history provides franchisees with proven business models and refined support infrastructure.
The investment structure suits experienced operators with substantial liquid capital, offering strong revenue potential that justifies the premium investment level. Multi-unit development opportunities exist given the brand's scalable service model and diverse revenue streams including painting, restoration, and cabinet refinishing services.
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
CRF USA
Nonprofit SBA lender; provides financing for franchise acquisitions, startups, and expansion.
First Bank of the Lake
Pension Pros
FDD Item 7
Initial investment range
Per FDD Item 7, total initial investment ranges from $126,700 to $227,075. The midpoint $176,888 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
According to Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, LIME Painting has an average gross revenue of $1M. (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
2024 Franchise Disclosure
FDD documents
Below are items 2, 3, 4, 7, 11 and 19 for LIME Painting's 2024 FDD. The complete FDD is delivered to you directly by the franchisor, per the FTC Franchise Rule.
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Buyer FAQs
Frequently asked questions
The initial investment for a LIME Painting franchise typically ranges between $126,700.00 and $227,075.00. 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) that is publicly available and that we have on record, which was issued in 2024. 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. For the most current and detailed information, 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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