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BOULDER DESIGNS

BOULDER DESIGNS makes custom decorative boulders and business signage for residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Franchisees combine shop production with sales, creating boulders in different shapes, sizes, and colors.

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Investment and fees

What it costs to open and operate

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Upfront investment

Total initial investment

$147,565 – $173,130

USD estimate includes the franchise fee, training, one equipment package, shop assistance, and three months of operating funds. Owner-operator salary is excluded. The truck allowance is not its full purchase price. See the startup-budget details below.

Initial franchise fee

$63,000

Normally counted within the total above, not added on top — confirm in the source.

USD fee for one franchise, due when you sign and nonrefundable.

Selected fees

  • RoyaltyGreater of 7% of collected Gross Revenue or $750/$950/$1,500 monthly minimum per franchise

    The monthly minimum is $750 in year one, $950 in year two, and $1,500 from year three through the rest of the term. Payment is due on the first business day of each month.

  • Advertising contributionMarketing Fee: $0/month in the disclosed schedule; may be introduced at up to $200/month

    The franchisor must give 30 days' notice before imposing increases. Once the fee is introduced, its monthly cap may increase each calendar year by no more than 10% of the prior year's cap. This is separate from recommended local advertising spending.

These are selected fees, not the complete fee schedule. Review the full FDD for all fees and conditions.

Figures are as disclosed for the period shown; unknown or undisclosed items are labelled, never shown as $0. No earnings, profit or payback figures are shown. Revenue is not profit.

Ownership and support

What owning this franchise involves

Your role

You can participate personally or appoint a nonowner Internal Manager to supervise the business.

Owner involvement
An owner's personal participation and supervision are recommended, not required.
Main responsibilities
Run customer sales, boulder production, installation, and service under brand standards.
Manager requirements
A full-time Internal Manager must directly supervise operations and complete training.

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Disclosure document

The fees above are a short selection. Check the full FDD for all fees and terms before making a decision.

BOULDER DESIGNS FRANCHISING, LLC, Franchise Disclosure Document. Issuance Date: March 27, 2026

An introduction is not a statement that territory is available or that you will be accepted.