Franchise overview by FranRelay
PIRTEK
PIRTEK sells, custom-assembles and installs industrial and hydraulic hoses, fittings and related products. Franchisees serve equipment users through mobile service units, either opening a supply center at launch or adding one later.
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Investment and fees
What it costs to open and operate
Upfront investment
Total initial investment
$247,013 – $689,614
US-dollar estimate includes the franchise fee and five months of additional pre-opening and startup funds. The low end assumes Tier 2; the high end assumes Tier 1 with a leased center and mobile-unit down payments. Later Tier 2 conversion requires additional investment.
Initial franchise fee
$59,500
Normally counted within the total above, not added on top — confirm in the source.
The $59,500 fee applies to either tier, is due in full at signing and is nonrefundable. Honorably discharged U.S. Armed Forces veterans may qualify for a $15,000 discount.
Selected fees
Royalty4% of Gross Sales, paid monthly
Gross Sales includes revenue from all products and services, less applicable sales tax and sales credits. Payment is due by the 10th of the following month.
Advertising contribution1.5% of Gross Sales monthly for 2026; annual rate ranges from 1.5% to 3%
PIRTEK sets the rate annually for system marketing programs. Payment is due by the 10th of the following month. This contribution is separate from local spending; PIRTEK need not spend a particular amount in your territory.
Local marketingAt least half the monthly Marketing Fee; minimum 0.75% of Gross Sales for 2026
Spend separately on approved local marketing. The minimum rises with the Marketing Fee rate. Materials need approval before use, and PIRTEK may require an accounting and proof of the prior year's spending by January 31.
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
Ownership involves active business oversight, even when a separate manager handles daily operations.
- Owner involvement
- Individual owners manage directly; an entity's Controlling Owner must own at least 25% and actively direct the business.
- Main responsibilities
- Lead sales and territory development while overseeing daily hose supply and service operations.
- Manager requirements
- The trained Designated Manager works full time on site and cannot actively operate or manage another business.
Free consultation
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Talk with FranRelay about the two operating formats, your startup budget and the owner role as you consider your next steps.
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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.
PIRTEK USA LLC, Franchise Disclosure Document. Issuance Date: March 30, 2026, as amended May 15, 2026 and July 27, 2026..
An introduction is not a statement that territory is available or that you will be accepted.