What ongoing fees will I pay?

Franchisees pay ongoing fees as disclosed in Item 6 of the FDD, including: A graduated royalty fee ranging from 7% to 5% of gross revenue A 2% brand fund contribution A call center fee equal to 2% of gross revenue A technology fee currently set at $599 per month Additional local advertising and other fees may apply as outlined in the FDD.

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How much does a Top Rail franchise cost?

Top Rail Fence was built to be a low-barrier, high-reward opportunity. You don’t need a construction background or a huge upfront investment to get started. Our streamlined model helps you launch fast, keep overhead low, and serve a market with constant demand. We’ll walk you through every cost and help you understand what you need to succeed—before you spend a dollar.

Estimated cost of ownership

Expenditures

Low/High

Initial Franchise Fee

$59,900 / $73,900

Opening Assistance Fee

$5,000 / $5,000

Traveling Expenses to Training

$1,000 / $3,000

Security Deposit and Rent

$4,500 / $15,000

Office Furniture

$0 / $2,000

Vehicle and Vehicle Enhancements

$3,000 / $15,000

Tools and Equipment

$5,000 / $30,000

Business Management and Technology Systerm

$1,000 / $3,000

Initial Inventory

$30,000 / $60,000

Technology Fee (First 3 Months)

$1,797 / $1,797

Online Local Presence Fees

$747 / $747

Marketing Management Fee

$1,500 / $1,500

Industry Certifications, Licenses, and Training

$0 / $12,000

Professional Fees

$500 / $2,000

Insurance Deposit and Initial Premiums

$2,500 / $5,500

Grand Opening Marketing

$15,000 / $22,000

Additional Funds (3 Months)

$30,000 / $45,000

Total Estimated Investment

$161,444 / $297,444

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I knew the fencing business, but Top Rail helped me grow it into something much bigger. The systems, vendor relationships, and support allowed me to scale into a very large operation.

Bob S.

Top Rail Fence Franchisee

Top Rail Fence gave me a clear path out of corporate life and into business ownership. The onboarding, coaching, and operational support helped me build a business that quickly surpassed my previous income.

Rudy B.

Top Rail Fence Franchisee

What sold me on Top Rail Fence was the structure. The training, the systems, and the ongoing support gave me confidence that I wasn’t starting from scratch. I knew I had a team behind me from day one.

Matt H.

Top Rail Fence Franchisee

F.A.Q.

According to Item 7 of the FDD, the estimated initial investment to open a single Top Rail Fence franchise ranges from $161,444 - $297,444 depending on factors such as equipment needs, local requirements, and working capital.

Financial qualifications are evaluated during the application process to ensure candidates can meet startup and operating requirements. Specific criteria are reviewed during the FDD discussion.

Franchisees pay ongoing fees as disclosed in Item 6 of the FDD, including:

A graduated royalty fee ranging from 7% to 5% of gross revenue
A 2% brand fund contribution
A call center fee equal to 2% of gross revenue
A technology fee currently set at $599 per month
Additional local advertising and other fees may apply as outlined in the FDD.

Top Rail may offer discounts or incentives, such as veteran discounts or employee transition programs, as described in Item 5 of the FDD. Financing options through third-party lenders may also be available to qualified candidates.

Yes. The initial franchise fee includes initial training and certain pre-opening support services as detailed in Item 5 and Item 11 of the FDD.

Financial performance information, if any, is provided solely in Item 19 of the FDD. Prospective franchisees should review Item 19 carefully and speak with current franchisees to understand potential results. Individual performance varies based on many factors.

Yes. Each franchise is granted a defined territory, the details of which are documented in the Franchise Agreement and described in Item 12 of the FDD.

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