76 FENCE is a fencing business serving residential and commercial customers with wood, steel, aluminum and vinyl fencing. An owner coordinates sales, installation work, customer service and the people needed to deliver projects. Its April 29, 2026 disclosure provides a useful basis for comparing the territory commitment, opening budget and operating responsibilities.
The fencing business and franchise history
76 Franchise Group LLC was formed in Pennsylvania in June 2023 and began offering franchises in November 2023. Item 1 describes the predecessor Chicago fencing operation and its conversion to the 76 FENCE brand in July 2023. A new franchise buyer should distinguish that operating history from the age of the franchise system.
The model combines local project sales with installation coordination. Assess material sourcing, crew availability, scheduling, site conditions and customer communication in your market. Seasonal demand and project delays belong in your budget; the disclosure does not make a local operation recession-proof or guarantee sales.
76 FENCE franchise investment and territory fees
Item 7 estimates a total initial investment of $165,600–$315,700. The low end assumes one territory and the high end assumes five territories. This is not a single-territory range with identical territory rights at both ends.
Item 5 lists an initial franchise fee of $60,000 for one territory, $100,000 for two, $135,000 for three, $165,000 for four and $185,000 for five. The territories under this offering open concurrently. Buying several territories should not be confused with purchasing rights to recruit or support other franchisees.
The opening estimate includes approximately 1,000 square feet of combined office and warehouse flex space, a vehicle and required equipment and systems. Item 7 includes $20,000 in initial marketing during the 60 days before opening and $60,000 in additional funds for the estimated first three months. The additional-funds estimate excludes debt service. Compare these assumptions with local rent, staffing, financing and supplier quotes.
The listed candidate qualifications are $200,000 in liquid capital and $500,000 in net worth. Candidate resources and the total project investment are different measures.
Royalties and advertising obligations
Under Item 6, the royalty is the greater of 8% of Gross Sales or a weekly minimum per territory. The minimum begins after the first 90 days at $250 per week per territory, increases to $500 at the beginning of year two, and reaches $1,000 at the beginning of year three for the remainder of the term. A low-sales period does not eliminate the applicable minimum.
The brand development fund is 1% of weekly Gross Sales. Separate monthly local advertising requirements are $3,500 for the first territory, another $2,000 for the second and $1,500 for each additional territory. Other fees and operating expenses apply. Model the complete fee schedule for your territory count rather than using the royalty percentage alone.
Training and opening preparation
Item 11 describes initial training generally lasting five days, with 40 classroom hours and no on-the-job hours in its training table. Topics focus on operating the business and sales; that schedule should not be presented as a hands-on installer certification. The initial program includes two attendees, while travel and attendance expenses remain the franchisee’s responsibility.
Support described in Item 11 includes operating guidance, manuals, approved suppliers and systems. Clarify installation staffing, technical qualifications, local permits, insurance and supervision before opening. Ask how additional assistance is requested and which services involve extra charges.
Can an owner use a manager?
Item 15 requires the owner to devote at least 40 hours per week. With a manager working at least 40 hours per week and dedicating full efforts to the business, the owner’s requirement becomes 15 hours per week. Replacement or additional managers must meet the training requirements unless the franchisor agrees otherwise in writing.
If the manager cannot perform the role, the owner must cover those obligations until an acceptable trained replacement is designated. This is an active management commitment, including when a manager handles daily operations. Compare it with your available time and payroll plan.
Questions to resolve before choosing a territory
Review the territory map, reserved rights, service restrictions and project boundaries in the agreement. Interview current operators about estimating accuracy, installation capacity, material purchasing, customer acquisition costs and the opening period. Review any performance information with its complete sample and expense treatment.
See the 76 FENCE franchise profile or contact FranchiseTop40 with your market, territory preferences, available capital and desired owner role.
Source: 76 Franchise Group LLC FDD issued April 29, 2026; Item 1 (page 6), Item 5 (page 9), Item 6 (page 10), Item 7 (pages 14–16), Item 11 (pages 20–24) and Item 15 (page 30).