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Franchise opportunities in California

Brands listed as offered in California, and why availability here can lag other states.

California is one of the states that require franchisors to register their FDD with a state regulator before offering franchises there, so a brand's availability can depend on its registration status. Real estate and labor costs often push projects toward the upper end of published investment ranges.

Brands shown below are not listed as unavailable in California; confirm registration and territories directly. This page is general information, not legal advice.

316 published listings

Home Services & Specialty Trades

Molly Maid

Molly Maid is one of the world's most recognized residential cleaning services. The owner is responsible for the executive level management of the business. Employees clean the homes. Today's busy families, young professionals and active seniors are on the go and need assistance with their housework. Residential cleaning is a $20 Billion market.

Financing info
Total investment
From $139.9K
Cash required
From $65K
Home Services & Specialty Trades

The Maids

The Maids is a trusted leader in the residential and small commercial cleaning industry, offering franchise opportunities backed by over four decades of proven success. Known for its signature 22-Step Cleaning Process and team-based approach, The Maids delivers a level of clean that promotes healthier living environments—something today’s busy families are increasingly seeking. As a franchisee, your clients will be part of a brand that combines eco-friendly practices, professional training, and

Semi-absentee option Financing info
Total investment
From $140K
Cash required
From $140K
Business & Commercial Services

Allegra

Allegra Marketing Print Mail is a trusted, full-service B2B marketing and communications franchise. Our centers serve small to mid-sized businesses and organizations with high-demand services like commercial printing, direct mail, signage, graphic design, email and digital marketing, eCommerce storefronts, and more. As a one-stop solution, Allegra eliminates the need for clients to manage multiple vendors—giving franchisees a powerful competitive edge.

Financing info
Total investment
From $140.5K
Cash required
From $150K
Home Services & Specialty Trades

Elite Window Cleaning

We clean windows. We clean windows simply because we are the best at it. We believe that if you are the best at something that should be the primary focus to leverage success. Our service offering has expanded into Gutter Cleaning, House Washing, and Pressure Washing services. We use cutting edge technology to deliver all of our services, and remove the need for ladders and harsh chemicals with our state of the art 3 stage filtration system, water fed and ultra-light carbon fiber poles, and Elit

Semi-absentee option Home-based option
Total investment
From $142.5K
Cash required
From $60K
Senior Care & Home Health Services

Homewatch Caregivers

Homewatch CareGivers franchise locations provide home care and personal assistance to individuals who are aging, disabled or rehabilitating, which allows clients to remain living independently at home. Through training and ongoing support from our team, each Homewatch CareGivers franchisee is equipped to deliver the exceptional care and proprietary programs that provide peace of mind to clients and their loved ones.

Financing info
Total investment
From $142.9K
Cash required
From $80K
Restoration

1-800 Water Damage

1-800 WATER DAMAGE is a national property damage restoration franchise providing essential services for residential and commercial customers facing water damage, fire and smoke damage, mold, and biohazards.

Financing info
Total investment
From $142.9K
Cash required
From $100K
Home Services & Specialty Trades

Mr. Handyman

Cash Business * Scalable * You Own It—Your Technicians Repair, Improve, and Maintain * Family Friendly Hours * Strong Support * Rewarding Lifestyle Benefits * Residential and Commercial services

Financing info
Total investment
From $143.2K
Cash required
From $60K
Home Services & Specialty Trades

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing

Benjamin Franklin Plumbing is the leader in residential Plumbing service franchises. We help our network to grow and dominate their market by providing the tools and support necessary to overcome the obstacles of business ownership and growth within the thriving home services market.

Semi-absentee option Financing info
Total investment
From $143.3K
Cash required
From $75K
Business & Commercial Services

SD Tech

Our dedicated team is here to enable businesses to focus on what they do best.

Semi-absentee option Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $143.5K
Cash required
From $50K
Food & Beverage

Rosati's Pizza

Rosati’s Pizza is a fast-growing company with 5 generations of experience serving secret family recipes and the best quality ingredients pizza has to offer. We were voted #1 Chicago’s Best Pizza in 2025 and are home of Chicago’s Greatest Thin Crust Pizza™. With over 120 locations and have mastered more than just our authentic Chicago-style pizzas, Italian Beef & Hot giardiniera, pastas, salads and other unique product offerings. We have above average AUV’s and we rank annually as an Entrepreneur

Semi-absentee option Financing info
Total investment
From $147.2K
Cash required
From $80K
Home Services & Specialty Trades

Mr. Appliance

Mr. Appliance® is a leading franchise opportunity in the high-demand appliance repair industry, providing professional service and repair for all major brands of household appliances. With multiple revenue opportunities, the business serves everyday residential customers as well as higher-end appliances, major home warranty programs, and light commercial accounts.

Financing info
Total investment
From $147.8K
Cash required
From $175K
Food & Beverage

Corporate Caterers

US markets available: All except noted below HOT Regions/Desirable: Los Angeles, San Diego, Sacramento, Chicago, New York, Boston, Indianapolis, Washington, DC, Nashville, TN NOT available: HI, ND, SD, RI, NE, WA Available in Canada: No International Referrals: No

Financing info
Total investment
From $149K
Cash required
From $150K
Senior Care & Home Health Services

Senior Helpers

At Senior Helpers, we take pride in being a trusted provider of quality, compassionate in-home care for seniors. With offices across the country and around the globe, we offer a wide range of services designed to support seniors in living comfortably and independently in their own homes. Whether it’s providing a helping hand with daily activities or offering full-time supervision and care, Senior Helpers delivers peace of mind to families nationwide.

Financing info
Total investment
From $149K
Cash required
From $55K
Automotive Services

Rad Air Complete Car Care and Tire Centers

Rad Air Complete Car Care and Tire Centers is Northeast Ohio’s leader in automotive repair and maintenance services—and we are expanding.

Semi-absentee option Financing info
Total investment
From $149.8K
Cash required
From $150K
Automotive Services

Advanced Maintenance

US markets available: All except noted below HOT Regions/Desirable: All available markets NOT available: None Available in Canada: No International Referrals: No

Financing info
Total investment
From $150K
Cash required
From $150K
Senior Care & Home Health Services

AmeriCare Home Care

For more than a decade, ameriCARE has provided the highest quality in-home care services throughout the country via franchise offices.

Financing info
Total investment
From $150K
Cash required
From $28.2K
Business & Commercial Services

Buildingstars Commercial Cleaning Solutions

The Buildingstars master franchise is an executive-level opportunity where the owner uses their sales and business experience coupled with our proven operating system to build a multi-million dollar business with recurring revenue in one of the largest growing service industries in the world. At the same time, you will be helping small business owners achieve success. Master franchisees are awarded an exclusive territory and manage a small office with low staffing requirements. The major focus i

Home-based option
Total investment
From $150K
Cash required
From $10K
Business & Commercial Services

FlyLock Security Solutions

FlyLock Security Solutions has made a strategic shift into a future where fobs, mobile credentials, cameras, intercoms, and automated doors are the standard—not the exception. The demand for these systems is exploding, and the number of companies qualified to install and service them? Incredibly limited. Generating recurring monthly revenue (RMR) has been an imperative element of running a successful and profitable access and security company for years – but now more than ever, FlyLock focuses o

Financing info
Total investment
From $150K
Cash required
From $100K
Senior Care & Home Health Services

FirstLight HomeCare

FirstLight Home Care provides comprehensive in-home personal care services, including both non-medical and medical support, for seniors, new mothers, disabled adults, and others who need assistance.

Financing info
Total investment
From $151K
Cash required
From $150K
Home Services & Specialty Trades

Mosquito Joe

A Mosquito Joe franchise is a seasonal business opportunity that can be run from virtually any home or office. It’s a great stand-alone business or a nice complement for someone with an existing home-based business. It works well for owner-operators or investor-operators alike.

Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $151.2K
Cash required
From $50K
Home Services & Specialty Trades

Closets by Design

Closets By Design franchisees design, sell, manufacture, and install all of their products. By using state-of-the-art equipment our franchisees offer solutions for closets, garage organizers, entertainment centers, and in-home office systems. Closets By Design has a 40 year history of success. Our proven business model allows people to be in business for themselves, not by themselves.

Financing info
Total investment
From $154K
Cash required
From $200K
Home Services & Specialty Trades

Maid Brigade, Inc.

A Maid Brigade franchise is a reliable, scalable business that allows franchisees to develop a loyal clientele that grows week over week, month over month. Our franchisees take advantage of a recurring revenue stream, by building long term relationships with their clients. 33% of our franchisees generate over 1.2 million dollars a year in revenue. Our new PUREClean system utilizes the safest solutions available which makes us the most effective, yet safest, cleaning option in the industry. Our t

Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $154.6K
Cash required
From $64K
Home Services & Specialty Trades

All Dry

All Dry is a disaster restoration franchise providing water damage mitigation, mold remediation, fire and smoke restoration, storm damage response, sewage cleanup, odor removal, leak detection, biohazard cleanup, and related emergency services. The brand was founded in 2014 and began franchising in 2020, with a model built to combine essential, insurance-influenced demand with a lean, home-based operating structure and modern systems support.

Semi-absentee option Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $154.8K
Cash required
From $100K
Automotive Services

Glass Doctor

Glass Doctor is a nationally-recognized industry leader in both auto and flat glass repair franchising, making us a diverse and trusted brand.

Financing info
Total investment
From $155.1K
Cash required
From $50K
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