Painter Bros

Painter Bros

Franzy VerifiedInformation based on 2025 FDD

Home Services · Residential Painting

Investment min
$234K
Total: $234K–$441K
Avg gross revenue
$462K
Unit-level, 2025
Franchise fee
$75K
Veteran discount available
Royalty
5%
of gross revenue
Locations
108
Franchising since 2017

Description

What is Painter Bros?

Painter Bros stands out as a premier painting franchise in the home services industry, delivering exceptional residential and commercial painting solutions since 2013. With a foundation built on professionalism, quality craftsmanship, and customer satisfaction, Painter Bros has established itself as a trusted name in the painting sector.

What sets Painter Bros apart is their comprehensive approach to property enhancement. While their name suggests a focus on painting, they offer a full spectrum of services including interior and exterior painting, commercial facility maintenance, and specialized surface treatments. Their trained craftsmen bring an innovative mindset to each project, ensuring customized solutions that exceed client expectations.

The franchise operates on a proven business model that emphasizes quality, reliability, and customer trust. Each Painter Bros location provides fully insured and warranted services, giving property owners peace of mind. Their systematic approach to project management, coupled with rigorous training programs for craftsmen, ensures consistent, high-quality results across all locations.

Customer satisfaction is at the core of the Painter Bros philosophy. Their teams are known for their attention to detail, professional communication, and ability to complete projects efficiently while maintaining exceptional standards. From small residential touch-ups to large-scale commercial projects, Painter Bros demonstrates versatility and expertise in handling diverse client needs.

For entrepreneurs seeking a solid business opportunity in the home services sector, Painter Bros offers a proven framework for success, backed by comprehensive training, operational support, and a strong brand reputation in the marketplace.

  • Residential repainting specialists
  • Established neighborhood focus
  • Single-family exterior refresh
  • Professional-grade homeowner service
  • Turnover-driven painting projects

Location Analysis

Where Painter Bros wins

Painter Bros demonstrates geographic concentration across the Mountain West, Southwest, and Midwest, with strong representation in Denver, Phoenix, Salt Lake City, Kansas City, and St. Louis. This clustering suggests strategic focus on markets with robust single-family housing stock, favorable homeowner demographics, and extended painting seasons. The target profile—middle-to-upper income homeowners in established suburban neighborhoods with aging housing stock—aligns well with these metros, which feature substantial residential density and active real estate turnover. Customer sentiment appears strongly positive, with average ratings of 4.7 to 4.9 stars across locations and moderate to high review volumes (100+ reviews at established sites). Positive feedback consistently highlights professional crew behavior, quality workmanship, project management, and cleanliness—core competencies that differentiate professional services from DIY alternatives. Negative themes center on scheduling variability, communication gaps, and occasional quality inconsistencies, suggesting operational standardization challenges common in crew-based service models. The demographic targeting is sound: homeowners preferring professional services over DIY represent a stable, recession-resistant customer base with discretionary budgets. However, the zero-unit count conflicts with the described market presence and review patterns, warranting clarification. Prospective franchisees should validate actual territory availability, conduct localized competitive analysis, and assess residential density and demographic alignment in their specific market before committing capital.
Total US locations
108
Franchise units
N/A
Corporate locations
108
Avg. sq. footage
N/A

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Financial Analysis

The numbers behind Painter Bros

Avg gross revenue$461,575
Investment range$234,430 – $441,080
Investment midpoint$337,755
Brand fund2%
Royalty5%
Franchise fee$75,000
Min. net worth$150,000
Min. liquid capital$75,000

Veteran discount available

Painter Bros participates in a veteran discount program on the franchise fee. Ask your Franzy advisor or the brand for current eligibility and terms.

Painter Bros presents a concerning profile for prospective franchisees despite operating in the stable residential painting sector. Founded in 2011, the brand reports zero units as of the data provided, raising fundamental questions about system viability and franchisee retention. The investment range of $234,430 to $441,080 positions this as a mid-tier home services opportunity with moderate capital requirements relative to other painting franchises. The reported gross revenue of $461,575 suggests modest top-line performance, though without corresponding unit economics or margin data, profitability assessment remains elusive. The residential painting model typically offers favorable unit economics through labor arbitrage, recurring seasonal demand, and scalable crew structures, but these advantages require operational execution and brand support infrastructure. The zero-unit count is a critical red flag that demands explanation—whether it reflects recent rebranding, franchise terminations, system restructuring, or data reporting issues. Prospective investors should approach with heightened caution, conducting exhaustive due diligence on franchisee satisfaction, Item 20 performance representations, and the franchisor's operational support capabilities. The investment may suit operators with residential service experience who can leverage existing market relationships, but dependency on an unproven franchise system introduces substantial execution risk that cannot be understated.
Did you know? Painter Bros operates in the residential painting sector within home services, with total investment requirements ranging from $234,430 to $441,080. The franchise fee information was not provided in available data. This investment positions the brand in the mid-tier range for home service franchises, requiring moderate capital for market entry. Prospective investors should obtain complete fee disclosure through the Franchise Disclosure Document during due diligence.

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

The model

How Painter Bros works

01
Ownership
Part-Time (Executive)

Owner stays in an executive role — sets strategy, hires a manager, and oversees crews. Typically 5–20 hr/wk after ramp; many keep their day job.

Full-Time

Owner runs the business as their primary job — leads the team day-to-day on the ground, 40+ hr/wk.

02
Revenue
Revenue model not specified.
03
Customer
B2B

Sells to businesses, contractors, or property owners.

B2C

Sells directly to consumers and homeowners.

Mixed

Serves both businesses and consumers.

FDD Item 7

Initial investment range

$234K–$441K
Most common
$234,430
Minimum
$337,755
Midpoint
$441,080
Maximum

Per FDD Item 7, total initial investment ranges from $234,430 to $441,080. The midpoint $337,755 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
$755K
YOY change (2024 -> 2025)
-72%

According to Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, Painter Bros has an average gross revenue of $462K. (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

+107% YoY
29 units open as of 2025 FDD+15 in last 12 mo

2025 Franchise Disclosure

FDD documents

Below are items 2, 3, 4, 7, 11 and 19 for Painter Bros's 2025 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 Painter Bros franchise typically ranges between $234,430.00 and $441,080.00. 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 2025. 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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