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Batteries Plus Bulbs

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Explore Batteries Plus Bulbs franchise costs, fees, unit count, and Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Request the full FDD free below.

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RetailFounded 1996· 30 yrs590 unitsbatteriesplus.com
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Total Investment

Franchise Fee

$15K – $186K

Unit Count

590

Year Founded

1996

Overview

Why Batteries Plus Bulbs?

Batteries Plus Bulbs is a retail brand with over 30 years of operating history and 590 active locations. The full Franchise Disclosure Document, including unit-level financials, territory terms, training requirements, and franchisee obligations, is available on request.

The Numbers

Investment & Fees

Total initial investment
Initial franchise fee
$15K – $186K
Royalty fee
Available on request
Ad / marketing fee
Available on request

Regulatory Filings

FDDs on file

2024202320222021202020192018

Latest FDD on file: 2024. Request the document below to see Item 19 financial performance, Item 7 estimated initial investment, and territory disclosures.

Who's Operating It

273 franchisees of Batteries Plus Bulbs

129 multi-unit operators637 units operated by franchisees
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Why every serious buyer requests the FDD

The Franchise Disclosure Document is the single most important piece of paperwork in your due diligence. It's federally mandated and contains everything a franchisor is required to share before you sign.

  • Item 7: full breakdown of your real startup costs
  • Item 19: actual unit-level revenue performance
  • Item 20: franchisee count, openings, closures, transfers
  • Item 21: audited financial statements

Frequently Asked

Batteries Plus Bulbs franchise FAQ

Is Batteries Plus Bulbs a franchise?

Yes. Batteries Plus Bulbs is a franchise in the retail category, which means you can own and operate a Batteries Plus Bulbs location under a franchise agreement with the franchisor. The franchisor provides the brand, systems, and ongoing support in exchange for an initial franchise fee and royalties, all disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).

What is the Batteries Plus Bulbs franchise fee?

The Batteries Plus Bulbs initial franchise fee is $15K – $186K, paid to the franchisor at signing. This is separate from total investment and does not include build-out, equipment, or working capital.

How many Batteries Plus Bulbs franchise locations are there?

Batteries Plus Bulbs operates 590 active locations as of the most recent FDD filing. Request the latest FDD for state-by-state distribution and openings/closures from Item 20.

When was Batteries Plus Bulbs founded?

Batteries Plus Bulbs was founded in 1996, giving the brand 30 years of operating history. Brand longevity matters in franchising because it correlates with refined operations, established supplier relationships, and a tested franchisee playbook.

Is a Batteries Plus Bulbs franchise profitable?

Batteries Plus Bulbs unit-level profitability depends on location, operating costs, staffing, and management. When a franchisor makes an earnings claim, it appears in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, the only place franchise financial performance is officially disclosed. Request the Batteries Plus Bulbs FDD on this page to review any Item 19 financial performance representation.

How do I apply for a Batteries Plus Bulbs franchise opportunity?

Submit a request through this page to receive the Batteries Plus Bulbs Franchise Disclosure Document. The FDD contains everything you need to evaluate the opportunity: Item 7 investment, Item 19 financial performance, Item 20 unit counts and franchisee turnover, and Item 21 audited financials. There is no cost or obligation to request the FDD.

Where can I get the Batteries Plus Bulbs FDD?

The current Batteries Plus Bulbs FDD can be requested directly through this page. Franchise Disclosure Documents are federally regulated by the FTC and must be provided to prospective franchisees at least 14 days before signing any binding agreement or paying any fee.

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