Risk Score
Pending analysis
Investment Range
$137,500 - $252,700
Franchise Fee
$60,000
Total US Locations
1
Business Summary
WOW Windowboxes operates a business that specializes in residential and commercial windowbox and container design, planting, and maintenance services. The business offers year-round services including irrigation to property owners looking for professionally-designed floral installations.
Corporate History
WOW Franchise Co LLC was formed as an Ohio limited liability company on September 18, 2024, and began offering WOW Windowboxes franchises on January 2, 2025. Although the franchisor entity is new, an affiliate company has been operating a WOW Windowboxes business similar to the franchise offered since 2007 in the Cincinnati, Ohio metropolitan area. The franchisor conducts no other business activities and only offers franchises under the WOW Windowboxes trademark.
Financial Overview
Investment Range
$137,500 - $252,700
Franchise Fee (Low)
$60,000
Franchise Fee (High)
$225,000
Royalty %
7%
Marketing %
2%
Equipment Costs (Low)
$25,000
Equipment Costs (High)
$110,000
Working Capital
$22,500
Audited Financials
No
Offers Financing
No
Financial Health Notes
WOW Franchise Co LLC's financial statements are unaudited and consist of an opening balance sheet as of December 5, 2024. The balance sheet shows total assets and equity of $250,231.98. This includes a money market savings account with $480,231.98 and a checking account with a negative balance of -$230,000.00.
Financing Details
WOW Franchise Co LLC does not offer any direct or indirect financing to its franchisees. Additionally, it does not guarantee any notes, leases, or other obligations on behalf of a franchisee.
Performance Metrics
Total US Locations
1
Franchised Units
0
Corporate Units
1
Franchising Since
2025
Legal & Compliance Analysis
Recent Litigation
No
Bankruptcy
No
Litigation Summary
WOW Franchise Co LLC has no litigation history that is required to be disclosed in this Franchise Disclosure Document.
Bankruptcy History
WOW Franchise Co LLC has no bankruptcy history to disclose in this Franchise Disclosure Document.
Agreement Terms
Initial Term
10 years
Renewal Term
10 years
Renewal Conditions
To renew their franchise agreement, WOW Windowboxes franchisees must be in full compliance with their agreement, have no more than three events of default during the current term, provide written notice to the franchisor at least 180 days before the term ends, and execute a new franchise agreement. They must also pay a successor agreement fee of $2,500, repair, upgrade, or replace their vehicle, equipment, and other business assets to meet current specifications, sign a general release, and comply with the franchisor's then-current qualifications and training requirements, including any additional training.
Training & Support Program
Franchisor Assistance
WOW Windowboxes provides pre-opening assistance to franchisees by designating mutually agreed-upon territory boundaries, granting access to its Operations Manual, and providing a written list of required vehicles, equipment, tools, signage, supplies, and products, along with approved or recommended vendors. The franchisor also provides initial training and, after a $30,000 payment from the franchisee, designs and implements a grand opening marketing campaign. Additionally, WOW Windowboxes offers standards for employee training and guidance on pricing for services and products. After opening, franchisees receive ongoing support through optional or mandatory additional training programs, up to 10 days annually, which may include online courses and national meetings. Upon request or as deemed appropriate, the franchisor provides remedial in-territory training (with the franchisee covering costs) and individualized assistance via telephone, video conferencing, or email. WOW Windowboxes also offers templates for advertising materials, conducts inspections of the franchised business, provides updated lists of approved suppliers, and administers a Brand Fund.
Initial Training Hours
40
Training Location
Cincinnati, Ohio
Ongoing Support
After opening, WOW Windowboxes franchisees receive ongoing support through various channels. This includes optional or mandatory additional training programs, up to 10 days annually, which may involve online courses and a national business meeting or convention. Upon request, or as deemed appropriate by the franchisor, remedial in-territory training and assistance can be provided, though the franchisee is responsible for the costs. Franchisees can also receive individualized assistance within reasonable limits via telephone, video conferencing, email, or postal service, subject to personnel availability. The franchisor provides templates, samples, or digital artwork for advertising and promotional materials from time to time, conducts inspections of the franchised business, and furnishes written specifications for required equipment, products, and services, along with updated lists of approved suppliers. WOW Windowboxes also offers guidance on pricing, approves or disapproves all advertising proposals, and administers a Brand Fund.
Franchise Requirements
Industry Experience Required
No
Management Experience Required
Yes
Sales Experience Required
No
Technical Skills Required
No
Operational Details
Location Type
Hybrid
Owner Participation
Full-Time
Territory Type
Exclusive
Territory Size Requirements
Each WOW Windowboxes single territory contains approximately 200,000 households, though this number may vary at the franchisor's discretion. Territories are defined by zip codes, names, jurisdiction boundaries, geographic demarcation lines, or a marked map. Franchisees must maintain an office and storage unit within their territory, which can be a home office or garage.
Staffing Notes
WOW Windowboxes franchisees are provided with standards for training their employees but receive no other assistance with employee hiring or training. Any manager and all other personnel who will have access to the franchisor's proprietary and confidential information must sign a Confidentiality and Non-Compete Agreement. Franchisees are fully responsible and liable for ensuring their employees, agents, and third-party affiliates adhere to all quality, service, confidentiality, and non-compete standards outlined in the Franchise Agreement and Operations Manual. Poorly trained employees or unprofessional appearance/service are considered a material default of the agreement.