According to the 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), the estimated initial investment required to open a Screenmobile franchise ranges from $148,049 to $209,592. Screenmobile is an on-site outdoor living solutions franchise specializing in the repair, replacement and installation of window, door and specialty screening products for residential and commercial customers.

“For entrepreneurs evaluating home services, the Screenmobile investment is compelling because the capital is going directly into the tools, equipment, training and infrastructure they need to begin generating revenue,” said Josh Minturn, vice president of development for Authority Brands. “They are not carrying the expense of a large retail space or an unnecessarily complicated build-out. They can launch with a focused operation and build from there.”

Breaking Down the Initial Investment

Item 7 of the 2026 FDD breaks the startup investment down into the following expenses:

Why the Startup Package Matters

The startup package helps equip a franchisee for the mobile nature of the business. Screenmobile’s custom trailers function as workshops that allow technicians to measure, manufacture, repair and install many products at the customer’s property rather than transporting screens to an off-site facility.

“Having a fully equipped on-site workshop allows franchise owners and their teams,” said Minturn. “This allows them to bring the manufacturing, repair, and installation process directly to the customer’s home.”

That on-site model can create a more convenient customer experience while reducing the need for expensive real estate. Screenmobile franchisees generally do not need a customer-facing storefront or dedicated warehouse when launching the business, although some owners may incur costs for storage or other operational space as they grow.

“One thing that appealed to me was the simplicity of getting started," said Clint Rowley, brand president of Screenmobile. "Your startup is you, a truck and a trailer and a laptop."

The custom Screenmobile trailer also serves several purposes beyond functioning as a mobile workshop. It transports equipment and materials, acts as a highly visible marketing tool when parked in neighborhoods or at customer properties and reinforces the brand’s presence in the communities franchisees serve.

“What originally drew me to the Screenmobile brand was the branding,” said Brian McCaffery, who owns Screenmobile of Richmond, Virginia, with his wife, Cindy. “It has a custom trailer that is towed with a vehicle — very eye-catching and different. This is one niche that did not exist here before, so that opportunity is what drew me to it.”

Because much of the work takes place outside the home and is visible to neighbors, the trailer and branded vehicle can also help generate local awareness.

“What we do is outwardly visible — neighbors can see what we are doing,” Minturn said. “That creates a natural opportunity for customers to discover the brand when they see a professional crew completing a project in their neighborhood.”

What Ongoing Fees Do Screenmobile Franchisees Pay?

After opening, Screenmobile franchisees are responsible for several recurring fees that support the franchise system, brand marketing and technology.

According to Item 6 of the 2026 FDD, ongoing fees include:

• Royalty fee: 7% of monthly gross revenue
• Brand fund contribution: 2% of monthly gross revenue
• Local marketing requirement: 4% of monthly gross revenue
• Technology fee: $295 per month

Screenmobile franchisees also receive the added resources associated with Authority Brands, a home services franchise platform that provides technology, marketing knowledge, operational expertise and shared best practices across its portfolio.

“We are miles ahead with the tools, equipment and tech we are using, as well as the support,” Minturn said.

For franchisee Leo Frankel, who operates in Vero Beach and Port St. Lucie, Florida, the availability of the support team was one of the model’s biggest strengths. “I say this a thousand times, and I’ll say this a thousand times more: I love Screenmobile,” Frankel said. “Support from Screenmobile corporate has been great. Everybody at the office, we hit it off. It felt like family. They were just available. You call them in the field, and they’re in the field doing installs, and they’re helping you do yours.”

Is a Screenmobile Franchise Worth the Investment?

At an estimated initial investment of $148,049 to $209,592, Screenmobile offers a comparatively streamlined path into home services because it does not depend on a major retail build-out, large facility or substantial initial workforce. According to Item 19 of the 2026 FDD, the 130 Screenmobile territories that operated for the entirety of fiscal year 2025 generated average annual gross revenue of $483,885 and median gross revenue of $289,429.

The opportunity may be a fit for entrepreneurs who enjoy working directly with customers and are eager to learn. With training and ongoing support, franchise owners can develop the skills needed to operate and grow the business.

Its appeal also lies in the distinctiveness of the category. Screenmobile has operated for more than 40 years in an industry that remains highly fragmented and frequently served by independent handymen or general contractors.

“This is the type of business that most people don’t think of because it’s not necessarily one that is attractive from the outside looking in,” Minturn said. “Once people dive deeper into the business model, there are a lot of differentiators.”

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