Established
2014
Franchise Units
100
Minimum Investment
$126,700
Franchise Fee
$60,000
Total Investment Range
$227,075
Home Based
Yes
Description
LIME Painting is a high-end, values-driven painting and surface restoration franchise specializing in luxury residential and commercial properties. Focused on the top 30% of the market, LIME Painting delivers more than just paint—it offers over 40 premium services that enhance property value and deliver a flawless client experience. With an average job ticket of $26,921—nearly 5x the industry average—franchisees benefit from fewer projects, higher margins, and recurring revenue, all supported by a scalable, low-employee model.
Franchise Owners are drawn to LIME’s strong culture, sophisticated client base, and comprehensive support systems. As the brand expands nationally, it continues to set the industry standard for luxury home services.
Background
Established: 2014
First Unit Franchised: 2018
Franchised Units: 100+
Company Owned Units: 2
Currently registered in all states, except: CA, MD, ND, SD, and WA
Registration Pending: HI
Canada Franchises: No
International Franchises: No
Support Training
Financial Assistance Provided: Third party
Site Selection Assistance: N/A
Lease Negotiation Assistance: N/A
Recruiting Assistance: Very Robust Support
Co-Operative Advertising: Where applicable
Training: LIME Elite Academy is our two-phase initial training program. Phase one is held at our headquarters in Denver, Colorado and consists of 4 business days where we review estimating, contracts, customer service, production, reporting, the sales process, subcontractors partnerships, marketing, and leadership. The second phase is done entirely online and is a fully comprehensive review of everything taught during phase one. Phase two must be completed within 60 days of the business opening.
Ideal Candidate
Owner-Operator
Involved in the day-to-day operations of the business but do not complete any of the painting or other services themselves.
Tasks may include:
- Completing estimates and booking jobs
- Hiring and managing subcontracted crews
- Overseeing daily jobs
- Scheduling appointments
- Interacting with and educating customers
- Accounting
- Creating local marketing initiatives
Semi-Absentee:
These owners play a leadership role in the business as they hire a Salesperson and Production Coordinator to oversee daily operations.
Tasks may include:
- Building and leading their team
- Overseeing Production Coordinator and office staff
- Some administrative responsibilities
- Accounting
IDEAL CANDIDATE:
- Management and leadership experience
- Understands sales and logistics
- Ability to recruit and hire subcontracted crews
- Strong values and business acumen
- Motivated, driven, and process oriented
- Passionate about providing excellent customer service
- Outgoing, friendly and community focused
- Inspired to steward heart-led empires as they scale into multiple territories
Financial Detail
Total Investment: $126,700- $227,075
Minimum Net Worth: $150,000
Cash Investment: $50,000
Franchise Fee: Single Territory- $60,000
Royalty: 7% to 4%
Ad: Not Implemented Yet
Average Number of Employees: 2
Item 19: Yes
Visa Candidates: No
Semi-Passive Ownership & Empire Builder Models: Yes
Home Based: Yes
B2C: Yes
B2B: Yes
Master Franchise Opportunities: No
Veteran Discount: YES, $5,000 off initial franchise fee