Mr. Appliance has built a national reputation for professional, reliable appliance repair, and its franchise system offers a path into the home services sector without requiring a background as a technician. Backed by Neighborly, the largest home services franchisor in the world, the brand gives entrepreneurs an executive ownership model built for business builders, not repair people.
Franchise · B2C Services
Mr. Appliance Franchise
Run a professional appliance repair business without being the one holding the toolbox.
$63,750
franchise fee
$85,000
personal capital
USD 95k – 275kk
investment
How much does a Mr. Appliance franchise cost?
Franchise fee
Amount paid when signing the contract
$63,750
Personal capital
Own funds required to complete the financing
$85,000
Total investment
Estimated total budget for the opening
$95,000 – $275,000
Ongoing royalty
7%
Advertising royalty
2%
Contract term
10 years
Figures declared by the franchisor — sources and verification date at the bottom of the page.
What it's about
- Founded
- 1996
- Units in the market
- 320
- Locations
- 320
- Type of business
- Appliance repair services, home-based executive ownership model
Fact sheet
The right questions before you start
How the Mr. Appliance repair model works
Mr. Appliance franchisees run service businesses that dispatch trained technicians to repair major household appliances, from refrigerators and dishwashers to washers, dryers, and ovens. The brand positions itself around professionalism and punctuality, differentiating from fragmented local competitors. The executive ownership structure means owners focus on managing technicians, scheduling, customer relationships, and local marketing, while the technical repair work is carried out by their teams. This makes the business more scalable and less dependent on the owner's personal labor.
Who Mr. Appliance looks for in a franchisee
The ideal candidate is a business-minded operator rather than a trained repair technician. Strong leadership, sales ability, and comfort managing a team of field technicians matter more than hands-on appliance knowledge. The brand has stated openness to candidates holding E-2 and EB-5 visas, and offers an incentive for military veterans in the form of a discount on the franchise fee. Multi-unit ambitions are welcomed, though this is not currently offered as a master franchise or international opportunity outside North America.
How much does it cost to open a Mr. Appliance franchise?
Reported figures vary by source and FDD year, but total investment is commonly cited between about $95,000 and $275,000, with an initial franchise fee near $63,750 and a minimum cash requirement around $85,000. Ongoing fees include a royalty of 5% to 7% plus a 2% advertising contribution. Confirm exact current figures directly with the franchisor before committing.
Do I need appliance repair experience to own a Mr. Appliance franchise?
No. Mr. Appliance uses an executive ownership model, meaning franchisees focus on business management, customer service, and overseeing technicians rather than performing repairs themselves. Technical work is handled by trained staff, so the brand looks for candidates with leadership and operational skills rather than hands-on repair backgrounds.
How many Mr. Appliance locations are there?
Reported counts range from roughly 320 to 339 locations across North America, according to different franchise information sources. The brand does not appear to be actively recruiting outside North America at this time, and an exact, verified count should be confirmed through the official franchisor or current disclosure documents.
What training and support does Mr. Appliance provide to new franchisees?
New owners receive a structured onboarding program covering operations, marketing, and team management, along with a dedicated business coach and ongoing consulting. The brand also offers regional training events, national conferences, vendor discounts through its network, and shared customer insights thanks to its affiliation with Neighborly.
Is Mr. Appliance a recession-resilient business to invest in?
The appliance repair category is often considered resilient during downturns because households typically repair rather than replace major appliances when budgets tighten. With most homes owning six to eight major appliances needing periodic service, demand tends to remain steady, though actual performance depends on local market conditions and individual operator execution.
Sources and data verification
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