Established
2017
Franchise Units
69
Minimum Investment
$298,350
Franchise Fee
$59,500
Total Investment Range
$454,750
Home Based
No
Description
Cabinet IQ – Revolutionizing the Cabinet & Countertop Industry
Cabinet IQ is transforming the outdated and fragmented home remodeling industry with a tech-driven, customer-first approach. As the only full-service cabinet and countertop franchise, Cabinet IQ delivers a 5-star experience from design to installation—setting a new gold standard for kitchen and bath remodeling.
In a market where most providers struggle with low-tech operations, outdated showrooms, poor communication, and inconsistent quality, Cabinet IQ stands out by providing an end-to-end solution powered by a streamlined digital platform. This platform enables clear communication between contractors and clients at every stage of the project, ensuring a seamless and stress-free customer experience.
No design or construction background is required—our proven systems and trusted installation network make this opportunity accessible for entrepreneurs of all experience levels. Backed by a growing industry and increasing demand for kitchen and bath upgrades, Cabinet IQ offers franchise owners incredible financial potential and a chance to bring professionalism and innovation to a market that's ready for disruption.
Background
Franchise Overview
- Year Business Started: 2017
- Year Started Franchising: 2022
- Franchise Units Open: 69
- Company-Owned Units: 2
Territory & Availability
- Registered States:
Non-Registration States, California (CA), Illinois (IL), Indiana (IN), Michigan (MI), Minnesota (MN), North Dakota (ND), New York (NY), South Dakota (SD), Virginia (VA), Wisconsin (WI), and Washington (WA) -
Pending Registration:
Hawaii (HI), Maryland (MD), Rhode Island (RI) -
Sold-Out Markets:
Refer to Two-Minute Drill for updated availability - Canada / International Availability: No
Support Training
Support & Training
Cabinet IQ provides a comprehensive support system designed to help franchisees launch efficiently and scale with confidence. From site selection to ongoing operational guidance, the brand offers hands-on assistance at every stage of the franchise journey.
Pre-Launch Support
- Site Selection Assistance: Yes
- Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
- Recruiting Assistance: Yes
Cabinet IQ also leverages its real estate partnerships to help franchisees secure optimal locations aligned with market demand and visibility.
Initial Training Program
New franchisees undergo a structured, multi-phase training program that combines classroom education, digital learning, and hands-on experience:
- 98 hours of classroom training
- 40 hours of on-the-job training
- Video courses and quizzes for ongoing learning
- In-person training at headquarters in Austin, Texas
- 1 week of onsite training at the franchisee’s location
Training covers all core areas required to operate successfully, including:
- Daily operations
- Sales and marketing strategies
- Kitchen and bath design
- Customer management
- Job site processes and project execution
Ongoing Support
Cabinet IQ maintains continuous engagement with franchisees to ensure long-term success:
- Pre-opening and grand opening support from the corporate team
- Weekly operational and performance calls
- Ongoing design and business support
- Guidance in building relationships with contractors, interior designers, and architects
Marketing & Lead Generation Support
The brand provides robust, centralized marketing systems to drive consistent lead flow:
- Corporate-led outbound cold calling to generate appointments
- Dedicated call center outreach targeting homeowners, contractors, and designers
- Direct marketing to homeowners with active remodeling permits
- Neighborhood targeting through mailers and local outreach campaigns
- SEO management and access to third-party digital marketing agencies
- Google Ads and Facebook Ads campaign support
Ideal Candidate
Function & Daily Taska of the Owner-Operator
Owner-operators are hands on daily in the business and they choose to focus on either sales and design or operations. Their tasks often include:
- Being involved in design and sales, or operations and administration
- Making home visits to collect measurments and guide customers through the design and sales proccess
- Meeting with customers in the showroom and discussing all the different options available within the constraints of a project or space
- Monitoring scorecards to make short and long term business decisions
- Overseeing jobs as they are being completed
- Interacting with subcontractors
Function & Daily Tasks of the Semi-Absentee Owner
Semi absentee owners will hire a skilled and knowledgeable General Manager to oversee the day-to-day tasks, allowing the owner to oversee the business from a high level. Task could include:
- Overseeing your General Manager
- Managing payroll and other high-level admin tasks
- Setting and monitoring company metrics and goals
- Organizing meetings for company employees
- Organizing attendance at public events
- Scalling the business
Ideal Franchise Candidate
No design or home-service background required! We are looking for individuals wit the following characteristics:
- Sales management experience
- Passionate about providing 5-Star experience
- Process-oriented
- Ability to lead a team
Financial Detail
Financial Details – Cabinet IQ Franchise
- Total Investment (1 Unit): $298,350 – $454,750
- Cash Investment: $100,000
- Required Net Worth: $250,000
- Required Liquid Capital: $100,000
Franchise Fees
- 1 Unit: $59,500
- 2 Units: $107,100
- 3 Units: $154,700
- 4 Units: $202,300
Ongoing Fees
- Royalty Fee: 6%
-
Brand Fund:
- Year 1: No contribution
- Year 2+: 2%
Staffing Model
-
Typical Startup Team: 2 Core Employees + Subcontractors
- Sales & Design Specialist
- Operations Specialist
- Subcontracted installation labor
Operational & Ownership Details
- Item 19 (FDD): Yes
- Visa Candidates: No
- Passive Ownership: Yes
- Home-Based: No
- B2B Model: Yes
- Master Franchise Opportunities: No
- Veteran Discount: Yes – 10% off initial franchise fee
Item 19 Financial Performance (Selected Locations)
Corporate Locations:
-
Cedar Park, TX:
- Gross Revenue: $2,145,793
- Adjusted Profit: $369,187
-
Austin, TX:
- Gross Revenue: $1,720,215
- Adjusted Profit: $406,389
- High Ticket: $282,500
- Average Ticket: $34,212
Franchise Location Performance (First 6 Months):
- Gross Revenue: $519,265
- High Ticket: $54,460
- Average Ticket: $30,531