College HUNKS Hauling Junk & Moving has built a national footprint around a simple truth: moving and getting rid of unwanted stuff is a headache most people will happily pay someone else to solve. With two revenue streams running under one brand and one territory, this franchise gives owners a way to tap into a growing services category backed by a recognizable, consumer-friendly name.
Franchise · B2C Services
College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving Franchise
Junk removal and moving under one brand, with two ways to earn in a single protected territory.
$55,000
franchise fee
$75,000
personal capital
USD 158k – 356kk
investment
How much does a College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving franchise cost?
Franchise fee
Amount paid when signing the contract
$55,000
Personal capital
Own funds required to complete the financing
$75,000
Total investment
Estimated total budget for the opening
$158,100 – $355,500
Ongoing royalty
7%
Advertising royalty
2%
Contract term
10 years
Locations worldwide
150
Figures declared by the franchisor — sources and verification date at the bottom of the page.
What it's about
- Founded
- 2003
- Units in the market
- 150
- Locations
- 150
- Type of business
- Junk removal, donation pickup, hourly labor, and residential/commercial moving services
- Company
- College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving
Fact sheet
The right questions before you start
Why the junk removal and moving category is drawing franchise investors
Residential and commercial clients need these services year-round, not seasonally, and the barrier to entry for an unbranded local hauler is low -- which is exactly why a trusted, uniformed brand name can command a premium. College HUNKS reports system-wide locations numbering over 150 across the U.S. and Canada, with some sources citing figures closer to 190 units when including recently awarded and committed territories. The brand has also drawn outside capital, including a minority investment from a private equity firm in 2021, and has appeared on rankings like the Entrepreneur Franchise 500 and the Inc. 5000 through several affiliated locations, signs of a system still actively expanding rather than coasting on its early growth.
What it costs to open a College HUNKS territory
Initial franchise fees range from about $55,000 for a junk-removal-only territory up to $75,000 for the combined junk-and-moving license. Total initial investment is reported at roughly $158,100 to $355,500 depending on which model is selected, with some estimates that include extra working capital pushing toward $480,500. Franchisees pay an ongoing royalty of 7% of gross sales, a 2% brand development (marketing) fee, and a 1% technology fee. Contract terms run 10 years, and the brand has offered a reduced entry fee for qualifying military veterans. Figures on store square footage were not disclosed in available sources, since the business centers on a warehouse-and-office setup rather than public-facing retail space.
Key facts at a glance
- Founded: early 2000s; franchising since 2007
- Headquarters: Tampa, Florida
- System size: 150+ locations across the U.S. and Canada (some reports cite up to roughly 190-200 units)
- Initial franchise fee: approximately $55,000 to $75,000
- Total initial investment: approximately $158,100 to $355,500
- Royalty: 7% of gross sales, plus 2% brand development fee and 1% technology fee
- Contract term: 10 years
- Net worth / liquidity requirement: approximately $200,000 net worth, $75,000 liquid capital
If the idea of running a branded, essential home-services business with two income streams and an established playbook sounds like the right next step, reach out to College HUNKS to request franchise information and territory availability.
How much does it cost to open a College HUNKS franchise?
According to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the initial franchise fee ranges from about $55,000 for a junk-removal-only territory to $75,000 for the combined junk-and-moving license. Total initial investment is reported at roughly $158,100 to $355,500 depending on the model chosen, with some estimates including extra working capital running higher. Reach out to the brand for an exact, current figure.
What does a College HUNKS franchise actually include?
Franchisees operate under one protected territory with two possible revenue lines: junk removal, donation pickups and hourly labor under the College Hunks Hauling Junk name, and full residential or commercial moving services under College Hunks Moving. Owners can choose one model or combine both depending on the license and investment level they select.
What requirements do I need to meet to become a College HUNKS franchisee?
The brand generally looks for candidates with a minimum net worth around $200,000 and liquid capital near $75,000, along with the ability to manage a warehouse-or-office-based operation, a vehicle fleet, and a labor crew. Third-party financing, including SBA 7(a) loans, is accepted. A discount on the entry fee has historically been offered to qualifying veterans.
What training and support does College HUNKS provide to new franchisees?
Initial training for two people is included in the franchise fee, and the company's franchising resources reference structured training, support, and unit economics guidance, alongside ongoing marketing backed by the brand development fund. Specific day-to-day details of the support program were not fully available in current public sources, so prospective franchisees should request the complete FDD for specifics.
How many College HUNKS locations are there today?
Reported figures vary slightly by source and date, but the brand consistently describes a system of more than 150 locations across the United States and Canada, with some 2025-2026 reports citing closer to 190-200 units including recently awarded territories. A precise breakdown of U.S.-only locations separate from Canada was not available in current public sources.
Sources and data verification
The figures on this page come from the following sources:
- College HUNKS Hauling Junk & Moving — Official Site
- College HUNKS Franchise Development Site — Junk Removal Franchise Cost (2026)
- Entrepreneur Franchise Directory — College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving (2025)
- Franchise Chatter — College Hunks FDD Review (2025)
- Franchise Times — College Hunks article (2026)
- PRNewswire — College Hunks Phoenix Market Press Release (2026)
- Wikipedia — College Hunks Hauling Junk (2025)
- International Franchise Association — College Hunks Hauling Junk listing
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