Puddle Pool Services

Puddle Pool Services

Franzy VerifiedInformation based on 2026 FDD

Home Services · Other Home Services

Investment min
$101.8K
Total: $101.8K–$135.7K
Avg gross revenue
$1.62M
Unit-level, 2026
Franchise fee
$49.5K
Per current disclosure
Royalty
7%
of gross revenue
Locations
170
Franchising since 2022

Description

What is Puddle Pool Services?

Pool maintenance and cleaning services for residential and commercial properties

It's time to cannonball into franchising with a 100% mobile brand that is making a SPLASH!

About Puddle Pool Services

Puddle Pool Services is a pool, spa and water feature maintenance company in the highly fragmented home services industry. There are very few cleaning and maintenance brands on the national level and NONE that do both residential and commercial. By servicing both B2C and B2B customers, Puddle Pools has recurring year-round revenue opportunities to ensure pools, spas and water features are compliant with state laws, making this an essential service.

The best part? This brand is 100% mobile and can be run entirely from a PHONE! Through Puddle Pools proprietary CRM, Puddle.Biz, franchisees can run their business anytime, anywhere! Franchisees take inbound customer calls, schedule services, send estimates, take payments, notify customers, and track technicians at their fingertips. Puddle Pools is a simple and scalable business model with a low investment and minimal staff and equipment required.

About The Founder, Mark Amery

Mark Amery has been in the home services industry since the age of 17. Mark was founded, developed and grown multiple home service brands. Mark has a knack for using strategic formulas to scale service companies.

  • Pool and spa maintenance
  • Recurring service model
  • Suburban homeowner focus
  • Vacation rental properties
  • Time-strapped families
  • Property manager clients

Location Analysis

Where Puddle Pool Services wins

The clustering pattern described reflects a van-based service model that may favor multiple adjacent territories around a single metro, allowing efficient routing across suburban corridors. Growth patterns may align with suburban residential areas featuring dense in-ground and above-ground pool ownership rather than urban centers. Cold-weather markets may support clustering due to concentrated seasonal demand during spring openings and fall closings, with hot tub servicing extending value into winter months. Ideal demographics include owner-occupied single-family households with pools or hot tubs, established middle- to upper-middle-income homeowners outsourcing seasonal maintenance, and time-constrained families prioritizing convenience. Secondary commercial demand may come from small hotels, condo boards, and community associations. Prospective operators should validate local pool ownership density, seasonal service demand, and competitive landscape within the proposed territory.
Total Locations
171
Franchise units
170
Corporate locations
1
Avg. sq. footage
N/A - 100% Mobile!
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Financial Analysis

The numbers behind Puddle Pool Services

Avg gross revenue$1,619,924
Investment range$101,800 – $135,700
Investment midpoint$118,750
Brand fund2%
Royalty7%
Franchise fee$49,500
Min. net worth$100,000
Min. liquid capital$300,000
Puddle Pool Services was founded in 2018 and operates 43 units. The initial investment ranges from $101,800 to $135,700, with a franchise fee of $49,500. Reported gross revenue is $1,664,617. The model is designed as a home- or small-office-based operation requiring service vehicles, chemical storage, and testing equipment rather than retail space. Territory-based service agreements define the operating area. Operators must plan for seasonal labor fluctuations, particularly during spring pool openings and fall closings when demand concentrates. Local licensing, insurance requirements, and chemical-handling regulations apply. The van-based service structure supports routing efficiency across adjacent territories when clustered around a metro area.
Did you know? Puddle Pool Services operates in the Other Home Services subsector. The initial investment ranges from $101,800 to $135,700. The franchise fee is $49,500. The model is home-based with no retail storefront required, relying on service vehicles and equipment for pool and hot tub maintenance in defined territories.

Financing partners

Vetted partners, tailored to franchisees

Your Franzy advisor can connect you with these partners later in the process — competitive rates, specialized in franchise financing.

FranFund

Lender

CRF USA

Nonprofit SBA lender; provides financing for franchise acquisitions, startups, and expansion.

Lender

First Bank of the Lake

Lender

Pension Pros

Lender

The model

How Puddle Pool Services works

01
Ownership

This franchise is flexible — it can be run either way.

Part-Time (Executive)

Owner stays in an executive role — sets strategy, hires a manager, and oversees crews. Typically 5–20 hr/wk after ramp; many keep their day job.

Full-Time

Owner runs the business as their primary job — leads the team day-to-day on the ground, 40+ hr/wk.

02
Revenue
Recurring revenueTransaction-basedBig-ticket salesService-basedProduct sales (retail)Hybrid model
03
Customer
B2B

Sells to businesses, contractors, or property owners.

B2C

Sells directly to consumers and homeowners.

Mixed

Serves both businesses and consumers.

FDD Item 7

Initial investment range

$101.8K–$135.7K
Most common
$101,800
Minimum
$118,750
Midpoint
$135,700
Maximum

The investment range midpoint (from range reported on Item 7) is $118,750 and financing can reduce cash-at-close by 80–90%.

FDD Item 19

Average gross sales

Avg
$1.18M
YOY change (2025 -> 2026)
+138%

According to Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, Puddle Pool Services has an average gross revenue of $1.66M. (Note: This information is based on the latest FDD in our records. Please review the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and confirm this information directly with the brand. We make no claims of accuracy for the information presented.)

Over time

Franchise footprint

+4200% YoY
43 units open as of 2026 FDD+42 in last 12 mo

2026 Franchise Disclosure

FDD documents

Below are items 2, 3, 4, 7, 11 and 19 for Puddle Pool Services's 2026 FDD. The complete FDD is delivered to you directly by the franchisor, per the FTC Franchise Rule.

Estimated initial investment
FDD Item 7 · PDF
Financial performance representations
FDD Item 19 · PDF
Members-only items
Executive team
FDD Item 2 · PDF
Litigation
FDD Item 3 · PDF
Bankruptcy
FDD Item 4 · PDF
Franchisor assistance
FDD Item 11 · PDF
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Buyer FAQs

Frequently asked questions

The initial investment for a Puddle Pool Services franchise typically ranges between $101,800.00 and $135,700.00. This includes the franchise fee, equipment, real estate, and other startup costs. To get a detailed breakdown and better understand the financial requirements, we recommend scheduling a call with the Franzy team. We'll walk you through the specifics and answer any questions you might have. For more detailed information, refer to the financial sections of the FDD.

Disclaimer. The information provided on this page is based on the latest Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) we have on record, which was issued in 2026. This information is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute legal, financial, or business advice. We make no guarantees or claims regarding the completeness or accuracy. Only the franchisor can confirm that the information is complete and accurate and we recommend consulting the franchisor directly for the most recent FDD and regarding any questions that you may have about the information provided.

Puddle Pool Services
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