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Gotcha Covered

A Gotcha Covered franchise provides a lifestyle business with extraordinarily profit potential through high margins and extremely low operating expenses, all within a very cash flow friendly model. We sell virtually everything for the interior of a window, both for the residential and commercial markets, including blinds, shades, shutters, window film and fabric treatments like draperies, curtains, swags & cascades and hundreds of other custom window treatments and accessories. Window coverings play a major role in the entire look and feel of a home. At Gotcha Covered, we’re committed to helping people get the most out of every single room in their home. At Gotcha Covered, we’re not just another custom window treatment business. We’re committed to providing each and every customer with the very best window coverings possible and make it our mission to deliver the best customer service and product possible.

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Home Services

Brand highlights

  • CEO
  • Headquarters761 W 1200 N, Springville, UT, 84663
  • Year founded2001
  • Year started franchising2009
  • IndustryHome Services
  • Locations open153 (+25 last three years)

Statistics & metrics

  • Investment range$122,760 - $166,500
  • Franchise fee$69,900
  • RoyaltyFlat-fee royalty
  • Brand fundFlat-fee brand fund
  • Required Liquid Capital$150,000
  • Required Net Worth$250,000
  • Average Gross Sales589659

Brand superpowers

  • Adaptable Schedule / Lifestyle Flexibility
  • Proven Business Model
  • High-Demand Custom Products
  • Category-Leading Customer Satisfaction
  • Category-Leading Owner Satisfaction
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Ideal candidate profile

  • Strong Sales Ability
  • Desire to scale / multi-unit ownership
  • Relationship Builder
  • Experience with Sales Leadership
  • No Industry Experience Required
  • Community Centric
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FDD insights

The information shown below is derived from publicly available franchise disclosure documents (FDDs), including the version issued as of the issuance date listed below, and other third-party sources. This information may not reflect the most current FDD. It is provided for general informational purposes only and is not part of any franchise offering or sales process. Franchise Sidekick is not providing or furnishing an FDD in accordance with FTC requirements. You should obtain and review the most current official FDD directly from the franchisor before making any investment decision.

FDD Version Referenced - Issuance Date: 2025-04-30

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Location data

Total locations153
Franchise locations153
Corporate locations0
System growth over time

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Franchisee reviews

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2.8

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CURRENT FRANCHISEE

Number of Locations: 1

Feb 26, 2026

The franchisee expressed a positive overall experience with the brand. They report very strong financial performance and ROI and feel well prepared and supported through onboarding and ongoing assistance. However, despite this success, they are not inclined to expand to additional territories at this time.

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CURRENT FRANCHISEE

Number of Locations: 1

Jan 22, 2026

The franchisee expressed a very positive overall experience with the brand, showing high satisfaction and a strong willingness to repurchase and recommend it. They highlighted effective onboarding and ongoing support, and noted that the time commitment has aligned well with expectations. Financial results and ROI are meeting or exceeding what was promised, though they see the franchisor’s customer acquisition strategies and technology as only moderately effective, report significant difficulty hiring qualified employees, and show a low inclination to expand.

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FORMER FRANCHISEE

Number of Locations: 1

Dec 6, 2025

If anyone is considering buying into this franchise tell them to "run". The numbers are impossible to achieve. "Behind the Curtain" it is not at all what is promised.

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FRANCHISEE

Number of Locations: 8

Sep 11, 2025

Over promised during the discovery process with absolutely 0 follow up. Horrific experience.

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