Waterloo Turf

Waterloo Turf

Franzy VerifiedInformation based on 2026 FDD

Home Services · Lawn Care

Investment min
$121.3K
Total: $121.3K–$162.5K
Avg gross revenue
$2.88M
Unit-level, 2026
Franchise fee
$39K–$59K
Veteran discount available
Royalty
4%-6%
Locations
97

Description

What is Waterloo Turf?

Artificial turf installation and maintenance for residential yards and commercial facilities

Get Your Saturdays Back with Waterloo Turf!

Waterloo Turf is an artificial turf installation and maintenance franchise. At Waterloo Turf, we create beautiful, functional outdoor spaces that bring families and friends together while giving our customers their Saturday’s back.

As the premier artificial turf company in the USA, we deliver exceptional quality, unmatched service, and transformative experiences.

Waterloo Turf isn’t just about artificial turf—it’s about reclaiming time, enhancing lifestyles, and living every day like it’s Saturday.

  • Artificial turf installation
  • Dog-friendly surfaces
  • Water-saving landscaping
  • Backyard putting greens
  • Pet care facility surfaces
  • Low-maintenance yards

Location Analysis

Where Waterloo Turf wins

The brand shows its strongest presence in Texas and the South Central U.S., with particular concentration in the Austin, TX founding market. Clustering is evident around this metro, consistent with home-service expansion patterns that move outward from a founder-operated area into adjacent suburban service zones. The model appears to favor clustering of multiple territories under one operator within a single metro to share crews and equipment. Suburban and exurban homeowners in hot, drought-prone climates represent a potentially attractive demographic, along with households making outdoor-living investments, pet owners, golf enthusiasts, and those motivated by water restrictions. Candidates should validate territory density, local demand for synthetic turf installations, and competitive landscape in their specific service area.
Total Locations
102
Franchise units
97
Corporate locations
5
Avg. sq. footage
N/A
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Spotlight 2026

We collaborate with a handful of brands each year to tell their story properly. Through this partnership, you'll see more content about them across Franzy — podcasts with their franchisees, deep dives into their model, and unfiltered success stories. Waterloo Turf is one of our spotlight brand partners for 2026.

Financial Analysis

The numbers behind Waterloo Turf

Avg gross revenue$2,884,652
Investment range$121,300 – $162,500
Investment midpoint$141,900
Brand fund2%
Royalty4%-6%
Franchise fee$39,000–$59,000
Min. net worth$100,000
Min. liquid capital$60,000

Veteran discount available

Waterloo Turf participates in a veteran discount program on the franchise fee. Ask your Franzy advisor or the brand for current eligibility and terms.

Waterloo Turf operates in the lawn care subsector of home services with an initial investment range of $121,300 to $162,500 and a franchise fee between $39,000 and $59,000. The brand was founded in 2021 and has grown to 97 units. Reported gross revenue is $1,048,814. The model is equipment- and crew-intensive, requiring warehouse or flex space for synthetic turf inventory, infill materials, and staging, along with vehicles and trailers for installation teams. Installation labor represents a core operational element rather than customer-facing retail staff. The territory-based structure relies on route scheduling and project management rather than storefront traffic.
Did you know? Waterloo Turf is a lawn care franchise specializing in synthetic turf installation. The initial investment ranges from $121,300 to $162,500. The franchise fee is between $39,000 and $59,000. Founded in 2021, the brand operates a crew-based installation model requiring warehouse space, vehicles, and equipment rather than a retail storefront.

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 Waterloo Turf works

01
Ownership
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

$121.3K–$162.5K
Most common
$121,300
Minimum
$141,900
Midpoint
$162,500
Maximum

The investment range midpoint (from range reported on Item 7) is $141,900 and financing can reduce cash-at-close by 80–90%.

2026 Franchise Disclosure

FDD documents

Below are items 2, 3, 4, 7, 11 and 19 for Waterloo Turf'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
Members only
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Buyer FAQs

Frequently asked questions

The initial investment for a Waterloo Turf franchise typically ranges between $121,300.00 and $162,500.00. 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.

Waterloo Turf
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