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Culligan

Culligan Franchise Cost & Facts · Professional Services

A Culligan franchise costs $130K – $812K in total initial investment, with an initial franchise fee of $52K – $112K, across 511 locations. See the full Culligan fees, royalty, and Franchise Disclosure Document below.

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Professional ServicesFounded 1986· 40 yrs511 unitsculligan.com
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Total Investment

$130K – $812K

Franchise Fee

$52K – $112K

Unit Count

511

Year Founded

1986

Overview

Why Culligan?

Culligan is a professional services brand with over 40 years of operating history and 511 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
$130K – $812K
Initial franchise fee
$52K – $112K
Royalty fee
Available on request
Ad / marketing fee
Available on request

Regulatory Filings

FDDs on file

2025202320222021202020192018

Latest FDD on file: 2025. Request the document below to see Item 19 financial performance, Item 7 estimated initial investment, and territory disclosures.

Who's Operating It

2 franchisees of Culligan

0 multi-unit operators2 units operated by franchisees

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

Culligan franchise FAQ

Is Culligan a franchise?

Yes. Culligan is a franchise in the professional services category, which means you can own and operate a Culligan location under a franchise agreement with the franchisor. The total initial investment to open one ranges from $130K – $812K. 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).

How much does it cost to open a Culligan franchise?

Total initial investment to open a Culligan franchise ranges from $130K – $812K according to the latest Franchise Disclosure Document. The actual cost depends on territory, build-out, and local market conditions. Request the full FDD on this page for Item 7's full investment breakdown.

What is the Culligan franchise fee?

The Culligan initial franchise fee is $52K – $112K, paid to the franchisor at signing. This is separate from total investment and does not include build-out, equipment, or working capital.

How many Culligan franchise locations are there?

Culligan operates 511 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 Culligan founded?

Culligan was founded in 1986, giving the brand 40 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 Culligan franchise profitable?

Culligan 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 Culligan FDD on this page to review any Item 19 financial performance representation.

How do I apply for a Culligan franchise opportunity?

Submit a request through this page to receive the Culligan 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 Culligan FDD?

The current Culligan 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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