Established
2014
Franchise Units
61
Minimum Investment
$161,444
Franchise Fee
$59,900
Total Investment Range
$297,444
Home Based
Yes
Description
Top Rail Fence is the premier franchise opportunity in the booming fence, gate, and rail industry—serving a high-demand sector with very little national competition. With over 110+ territories across the U.S., Top Rail is redefining what it means to run a scalable, efficient home services business. Franchisees benefit from a simple staffing model (no in-house crews required), no inventory, and exclusive software for quoting and measurements, making operations smooth and scalable.
This franchise stands out thanks to its strong B2C and B2B customer base, durable and essential product offerings, and a vendor advantage program that boosts profitability through purchasing power. With industry-leading ramp-up times and unit economics, Top Rail Fence allows franchisees to step into a lucrative, recession-resistant space that continues to grow as property enhancements become a priority for both residential and commercial clients.
Background
- Established: 2014
- First Unit Franchised: 2022
Owner/Territory Details:
- Number of Franchise Owners: 61
- Number of territories currently operating: 165
- Number of territories currently sold but not open: 13
- Franchise units awarded all time: 178
- Company Owned Units: 0
Registration Details:
- States available: All FTC non-registration states and FL, UT, KY, NE, TX, CT, GA, LA, ME, NC, SC
- States NOT available: HI
- States filed and pending: CA, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, ND, NY, RI, SD. VA, WA, WI
- Canada Franchises: No
- International Franchises: No
Support Training
Financial Assistance Provided: Yes
Site Selection Assistance: No
Lease Negotiation Assistance: No
Recruiting Assistance: Yes
Cooperative Advertising: No
Training:
5 Days - LMS / Hands On / Roleplay/ Technical / Quality Assurance / Sales / Classroom / Technology / Leadership & Culture
Ideal Candidate
This is a heads-on business, not hands-on. Focused on Business Development, sales levers, and quality assurance through a network of subcontractors, providing labor.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
- General business acumen and relationship-building
- Connector - Ability to build teams and foster relationships
- Thrives at problem-solving and helping others
- Strong attention to detail and service orientation
- Owner-Operator or Semi-Absentee
- Primary or secondary income - personal & business
- Contracting / Home service industry experience helpful but not required
- Background in corporate sales (tech, medical device, pharmaceuticals) translates well but not required
Financial Detail
Total Investment: $161,444 - $297,444
Minimum Net Worth: $500,000
Minimum Liquid Capital: $250,000
Franchise Fee: $59,900-$194,900
Royalty: 7% - 5%
Brand Ad: 2%
Sales & Scheduling Center: 2%
Item 19: Yes
Average Number of Employees: 2
Visa Candidates: Yes
Passive Ownership: No
Semi-Passive Ownership: Yes
Home-Based: Yes
B2B: Yes
Master Franchise Opportunities: No
Veteran Discount: Yes