Cleaning franchises

Chem-Dry Australia Franchise Opportunity

Carpet, rug and upholstery cleaning franchise, the Australian arm of the world's largest carpet-cleaning brand. Operating in Australia since 1986 using a low-moisture hot-carbonating cleaning system.

76 units in AustraliaFranchising since 1986Registered as P.B. Mitchell Pty Limited
On the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register

captured 18 Aug 2026. View the Register profile

This information is based on material published by the relevant franchisor on the Franchise Disclosure Register. This information does not negate the need to undertake necessary due diligence including seeking independent professional advice if considering entering into a franchise agreement.

Public data profile

This information is compiled from the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register and other public sources. It hasn’t been confirmed by the franchise team.

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How much does a Chem-Dry Australia franchise cost?

A Chem-Dry Australia franchise requires a total investment of $47,400–$70,500 all-in, comprising a $23,500 initial fee and a royalty and marketing levy that aren't published.

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register · captured August 2026. See full cost breakdown

Full cost breakdown

Fees vs the market

Chem-Dry Australia vs the Cleaning median · Q3 2026 Fee Index
FeeChem-Dry AustraliaCategory median (systems)Position
All-in establishment cost$47K–$71K$27,000–$80,000 (56)above median
Initial franchise fee$23,500$12,000 (5)above median

Medians from the Cleaning Fee Index: the figures franchisors publish and their ACCC Register establishment costs. A fee median is only shown when at least five systems publish that fee.

Network & venues

76venues in Australia
76franchised businesses
0company-owned units
76franchisees (operators)
39years operating in Australia

Operates in ACT, NSW, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA

Expanding into ACT, NSW, NT, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006837) · captured 2026-08-19.

Investment & payments

Costs and payments as published by the franchisor on the Register
Establishment cost (all-in setup)$47,400 – $70,500

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006837) · captured 2026-08-19. Ranges are the franchisor’s own estimates; confirm every figure against the disclosure document.

Franchise agreement

Standard agreement term 5 or more years

Option to renew Yes

Restraint of trade after exit Yes

Goodwill compensation on exit No

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006837) · captured 2026-08-19.

Franchisor disclosures

Chem-Dry Australia’s own answers to the mandatory Register disclosure questions, a starting point for your due diligence.

Serious offence conviction (last 10 yrs)No
Civil judgment against franchisor (last 5 yrs)No
Bankruptcy / insolvency (last 10 yrs)No
Upfront payment required to applyYes
Franchisor can change the agreementNo
Restricts who you can buy supplies fromYes
Agreement provides for arbitrationNo

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006837) · captured 2026-08-19.

Franchisor details

Website chemdryfranchise.com.au

Phone 0455268671

Email lachlan@chemdry.com.au

Registered office Unit 3, 30 Park Road, Mulgrave NSW 2756

View the full ACCC Register profile. Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006837) · captured 2026-08-19.

This information is based on material published by the relevant franchisor on the Franchise Disclosure Register. It does not negate the need to undertake necessary due diligence including seeking independent professional advice if considering entering into a franchise agreement.

How Chem-Dry Australia’s answers compare: what Australian franchisors disclose on the Register, by category.

Available territories

Territory availability
StateRegionStatusAs at
New South WalesSydneyrecruitingcaptured July 2026
VictoriaMelbournerecruitingcaptured July 2026
QueenslandBrisbanerecruitingcaptured July 2026

Before you buy into Chem-Dry Australia

Guides to read before you sign anything with Chem-Dry Australia.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Chem-Dry Australia franchise cost?

A Chem-Dry Australia franchise requires a total investment of $47,400–$70,500 all-in, including a $23,500 initial fee (ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register).

What are Chem-Dry Australia's ongoing fees?

Chem-Dry Australia's ongoing royalty and marketing fees are not published. Ask the franchisor and check the disclosure document for the current fee structure.

Is Chem-Dry Australia on the Franchise Disclosure Register?

Based on FranchiseScope's research, Chem-Dry Australia appears on the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register. We recommend confirming the current entry yourself at franchisedisclosure.gov.au before relying on it.