Manage Mowed
Commercial Services · Commercial Property Maintenance
Description
What is Manage Mowed?
What sets ManageMowed apart is their distinctive management-first approach. Rather than simply providing basic lawn care, franchisees act as strategic partners for commercial property managers, overseeing comprehensive landscape maintenance programs while building strong client relationships. This executive-style business model allows franchisees to focus on growing their business while managing a network of trusted service providers.
The franchise has earned a strong reputation for its responsive customer service, quality control, and ability to handle diverse commercial properties. Their systematic approach to property maintenance includes detailed service planning, regular quality inspections, and proactive communication with clients. Services range from routine maintenance to specialized landscape design, snow removal, and complete property transformations.
ManageMowed franchisees benefit from comprehensive training, proprietary management systems, and ongoing operational support. The business model is designed to scale efficiently, allowing owners to build a robust commercial client base while maintaining high service standards. With the commercial property maintenance sector showing consistent growth, ManageMowed offers entrepreneurs an opportunity to establish themselves in a recession-resistant industry while building a professional services business with strong recurring revenue potential.
- Established commercial landscaping system since 2006
- Comprehensive property maintenance including lawn care, tree and shrub maintenance, and irrigation services
- Monthly quality control inspections by designated account managers
- Single point of contact management system for streamlined service coordination
- Emergency services including storm cleanup and irrigation repairs
- Seasonal enhancement services including snow removal and ice control
Location Analysis
Where Manage Mowed wins
The franchise's review metrics indicate opportunities for operational improvements across their network, though some individual locations demonstrate strong performance, such as their Edmonds operation. The absence of a centralized website suggests potential opportunities for enhanced digital presence and customer engagement.
Expansion opportunities exist in neighboring states with similar market characteristics. Ideal new locations should target areas with high concentrations of commercial properties, business parks, and corporate campuses. Success factors include proximity to growing business districts, stable commercial real estate markets, and regions with year-round maintenance needs. Markets with strong commercial property growth and limited competition in professional property maintenance services represent prime expansion territories.
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Financial Analysis
The numbers behind Manage Mowed
The commercial property maintenance industry benefits from consistent demand as businesses require ongoing landscaping services to maintain professional appearances. Property management companies and commercial real estate owners drive steady contract-based revenue, creating predictable cash flow patterns for operators.
With 23 units and 18 years of operation since 2006, Manage Mowed demonstrates operational stability while maintaining a focused system footprint. This smaller scale may impact brand recognition and purchasing power, though it could offer greater franchisor attention and operational flexibility for franchisees.
The business model targets commercial clients including grocery stores and business complexes, requiring operators to manage B2B relationships and service contracts. Success depends heavily on local market density and commercial property concentration.
Ideal investors should possess strong sales and relationship management skills for commercial client acquisition, along with operational experience managing service teams. The reported gross revenue of $259,447 falls substantially below sub-sector averages ($1,405,977), warranting careful FDD review and thorough due diligence regarding unit performance variations.
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 $114,800 to $245,800. The midpoint $180,300 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, Manage Mowed has an average gross revenue of $259K. (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 Manage Mowed'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 Manage Mowed franchise typically ranges between $114,800.00 and $245,800.00. 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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