1-800-STRIPER
1-800-STRIPER provides parking lot striping and related pavement-marking services, with approved options such as sealcoating and asphalt repair. Franchisees operate from an approved truck and a home or leased office.
Franchise overview by FranRelay
Insulation Commandos
Insulation Commandos assesses buildings and installs insulation for homes and commercial properties. Franchisees provide approved services such as blown-in insulation, air sealing, duct maintenance, soundproofing, and rodent removal.
Speak with a FranRelay consultant about Insulation Commandos, your questions, and next steps.
Investment and fees
What it costs to open and operate
Upfront investment
Total initial investment
$220,350 – $514,750
USD estimate includes the franchise fee, required $75,000 to $120,000 startup package, one box truck, and three months of additional funds and insurance. The truck estimate runs from leasing to outright purchase. Shared budget assumptions below apply to both offers.
Initial franchise fee
$52,000 – $65,000
Normally counted within the total above, not added on top — confirm in the source.
The standard fee is $65,000, payable in one lump sum at agreement signing. Qualified veterans receive a 20% discount on their first franchise agreement, reducing the fee to $52,000.
Selected fees
RoyaltyMonthly: greater of 6% of Gross Sales or the scheduled minimum per territory
Monthly minimums per territory: months 7-12, $500; 13-24, $1,000; 25-36, $1,500; month 37 onward, $2,000. Calendar-year sales portions above $1 million through $2 million use 5%; above $2 million, 4%. Payment timing may change on 30 days' written notice.
Advertising contributionMonthly: greater of 1% of Gross Sales across all territories or $100 per territory
The $100-per-territory minimum starts in month 7. The percentage may rise to 2% on 90 days' written notice. The fund also supports certain software and technology; spending in your territory or in proportion to your contribution is not guaranteed. Payment timing may change on 30 days' written notice.
Local marketingAt least $1,500/month from month 4; a percentage-based spending requirement also applies.
Pay providers directly for approved local promotion. Required cooperative payments count toward local spending, separate from the fund and launch campaign. Outside-territory solicitation is restricted. Advertising in another franchisee's territory needs express consent or cooperation. Outside-territory service needs prior consent from the territory owner or franchisor, as applicable.
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
Run a service crew with required personal involvement; an approved on-site manager may oversee daily operations.
- Owner involvement
- You must personally participate, even if an approved on-site manager handles day-to-day management.
- Main responsibilities
- Hire your crew and ensure services are delivered by personnel with the required operational training.
- Manager requirements
- A Designated Manager needs prior approval, completed training, and a confidentiality and non-compete agreement.
Free consultation
Let's talk about Insulation Commandos.
Discuss your startup budget, owner role, and single- or multi-territory plans with a FranRelay consultant.
Free for buyers. Franchisors may pay FranRelay if you go ahead; we tell you before any introduction, and nothing happens without your go-ahead.
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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.
Insulation Commandos Franchising, LLC, Franchise Disclosure Document. Issuance Date: April 16, 2026
An introduction is not a statement that territory is available or that you will be accepted.