160 locations (2025), -8.6% YoY(Item 20)
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Median Revenue (AUV)
$481,891
Source: 2026 FDD, Item 19
Initial Investment
$142,903 – $312,398
Source: 2026 FDD, Item 7
Franchise Fee
$59,000
Source: 2026 FDD, Item 5
Royalty
7%
Source: 2026 FDD, Item 6
About 1-800 Water Damage
1-800 WATER DAMAGE operates franchised businesses providing water damage restoration services, mold remediation, odor removal, fire and smoke restoration, and related cleaning services. Qualified franchisees may also offer reconstruction services such as drywall installation, flooring repair, painting, and other structural repairs with proper licensing and approval.
Gross Sales by Performance TierSource: 2026 FDD Item 19
AUV Trend — Multi-Year Median Revenue
Additional Item 19 Analysis
Deeper Item 19 Analysis (Charts 3–6)
Openings & Closings, Transfer Rates, Franchise vs Corporate Mix
1-800 Water Damage vs Competitors
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Per Item 7 of the 2026 FDD Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated initial investment ranges from $142,903 to $312,398.
The FDD reports an initial franchise fee of $59,000 to $84,500.
The FDD reports an ongoing royalty of 7%.
The 2026 FDD reports a median revenue per unit of $481,891 for fiscal year 2025. Individual results vary.
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Data sourced from the brand's Franchise Disclosure Document. Franchable is not affiliated with or endorsed by 1-800 Water Damage. This is not an offer to sell a franchise. Individual results vary.