Squeegee Squad

Squeegee Squad

Information based on 2024 FDD

Home Services · Window Cleaning

Investment min
$70K
Total: $70K–$165K
Avg gross revenue
$424K
Unit-level, 2024
Franchise fee
$50K–$67K
Per current disclosure
Royalty
4% - 7%
Locations
66
Franchising since 2005

Description

What is Squeegee Squad?

Squeegee Squad, established in 1999, has emerged as a leading franchise in the residential and commercial window cleaning industry, setting the standard for professional home services. With a proven track record spanning over two decades, this franchise has built a reputation for delivering exceptional quality and customer satisfaction across its growing network of locations.

What sets Squeegee Squad apart is their comprehensive approach to exterior cleaning services. While window cleaning remains their cornerstone service, franchisees offer a full suite of solutions including gutter cleaning, pressure washing, and even seasonal services like holiday light installation. This diversification allows franchise owners to maintain steady revenue streams throughout the year.

The brand's success is built on a foundation of professionalism, reliability, and attention to detail. Reviews consistently highlight their punctual service, courteous staff, and meticulous work quality. Franchisees benefit from a proven business model that emphasizes customer service excellence and repeat business, with many customers becoming loyal, long-term clients.

Squeegee Squad provides comprehensive training and support to franchisees, equipping them with the technical skills, business acumen, and marketing strategies needed to succeed in the competitive home services industry. Their systematic approach to operations and quality control ensures consistent service delivery across all locations.

For entrepreneurs seeking a scalable business opportunity in the growing home services sector, Squeegee Squad offers a proven model with strong brand recognition, multiple revenue streams, and the potential for year-round operations. The franchise's commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction has positioned it as a trusted name in exterior cleaning services.
  • 25 years proven operational history since 1999
  • Multiple revenue streams: residential, commercial, high-rise, and pressure washing
  • Significantly lower investment requirements than subsector average
  • Specialized high-rise and commercial cleaning capabilities
  • Comprehensive training programs covering safety and customer service
  • Service-based business model with recurring customer relationships

Location Analysis

Where Squeegee Squad wins

Squeegee Squad demonstrates a strategic geographic presence across multiple states, with notable concentration in the Midwest and Southeast regions. The franchise shows particular strength in Florida and Minnesota, with established presence in Wisconsin, Missouri, and Illinois. This distribution suggests successful market penetration in both cold-weather and warm-weather climates, indicating adaptability to diverse seasonal demands.

The franchise's exceptional 4.75 average rating across thousands of customer reviews indicates strong operational consistency and service quality across regions. This high satisfaction metric is particularly noteworthy in the home services sector, where customer expectations are typically demanding.

Market opportunities exist particularly in the Northeast and Western regions, where the franchise has limited presence. The successful operation in diverse climates suggests potential for expansion in similar markets, particularly in affluent suburban areas with high concentrations of single-family homes and commercial properties. Ideal locations should target areas with median household incomes above $75,000 and high rates of property ownership.

Prospective franchisees should focus on metropolitan areas with growing residential developments and commercial districts, ensuring sufficient market density to support window cleaning services year-round. The strong presence in both Florida and Minnesota demonstrates the concept's viability in markets with different seasonal patterns.
Total US locations
69
Franchise units
66
Corporate locations
3
Avg. sq. footage
N/A

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Financial Analysis

The numbers behind Squeegee Squad

Avg gross revenue$424,258
Investment range$70,025 – $165,250
Investment midpoint$117,638
Brand fund1%
Royalty4% - 7%
Franchise fee$50,000–$66,600
Min. net worth
Min. liquid capital
Squeegee Squad presents an accessible investment opportunity with total capital requirements ranging from $70,025 to $165,250, positioning it significantly below the window cleaning sub-sector averages of $126,392-$223,996. This lower barrier to entry makes it attractive to emerging entrepreneurs seeking home services franchises without substantial capital reserves.

The 25-year operational history since 1999 demonstrates proven system stability and brand longevity, with a current 69-unit network reflecting steady, measured growth. The franchise offers multiple revenue streams including residential, commercial, high-rise window cleaning, pressure washing, and building restoration services, providing diversification opportunities for franchisees.

The window cleaning industry benefits from consistent demand as both residential and commercial properties require ongoing maintenance. However, the reported gross revenue of $424,258 falls below the sub-sector average of $881,405, which may reflect varying market conditions, operational scale differences, or regional factors.

Ideal investors should possess moderate liquid capital, hands-on operational interest, and comfort with service-based businesses requiring customer relationship management. The franchise model suits owner-operators willing to develop local market presence through quality service delivery and community engagement.

Key considerations include seasonal revenue fluctuations, labor management requirements, and equipment maintenance costs. Success depends heavily on local market execution, customer retention strategies, and leveraging the established operational systems and training programs provided by the franchisor.
Did you know? Did you know that starting your own Squeegee Squad window cleaning franchise - a proven business model that lets you build a profitable service territory with recurring commercial and residential clients - requires a total investment between $70,025 and $165,250, which covers everything from your franchise rights and equipment to working capital needed to launch your cleaning empire?

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

$70K–$165K
Most common
$70,025
Minimum
$117,638
Midpoint
$165,250
Maximum

Per FDD Item 7, total initial investment ranges from $70,025 to $165,250. The midpoint $117,638 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

$600K$480K$360K$240K$120KN/A
$122K
$472K
$424K
2022
2023
2024
Avg
$339K
YOY change (2023 -> 2024)
-10%

According to Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, Squeegee Squad has an average gross revenue of $424K. (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

+28% YoY
80644832160
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
69 units open as of 2024 FDD+15 in last 12 mo

2024 Franchise Disclosure

FDD documents

Below are items 2, 3, 4, 7, 11 and 19 for Squeegee Squad's 2024 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 Squeegee Squad franchise typically ranges between $70,025.00 and $165,250.00. 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.

Squeegee Squad
Squeegee Squad
$424K avg revenue · 66+ US franchises

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