Home & Trade Services franchises

The Tap Doctor Franchise Opportunity

Domestic Plumbing and Gas Maintenance

3 units in AustraliaFranchising since 1999Registered as Tap Doctor Australia Pty Ltd
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 The Tap Doctor franchise cost?

A The Tap Doctor franchise requires a total investment of $85,000–$115,000 all-in.

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register · captured August 2026.

Fees vs the market

The Tap Doctor vs the Home & Trade Services median · Q3 2026 Fee Index
FeeThe Tap DoctorCategory median (systems)Position
All-in establishment cost$85K–$115K$51,000–$128,000 (95)above median

Medians from the Home & Trade Services 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

3venues in Australia
3franchised businesses
0company-owned units
3franchisees (operators)
27years operating in Australia

Operates in ACT, QLD, SA

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006230) · captured 2026-08-19.

Investment & payments

Costs and payments as published by the franchisor on the Register
Establishment cost (all-in setup)$85,000 – $115,000
Ongoing payments to franchisor (annual)$32,000 – $45,000
Other payments (annual)$65,000 – $205,000

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006230) · 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-006230) · captured 2026-08-19.

Franchisor disclosures

The Tap Doctor’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 agreementYes
Restricts who you can buy supplies fromNo
Agreement provides for arbitrationYes

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006230) · captured 2026-08-19.

Franchisor details

Phone 1300655827

Email phargrave@tapdoctor.com.au

Registered office C/- PKF Perth, Level 5, 35 Havelock Street, West Perth WA 6005, PO Box 609, West Perth, WA, 6872

View the full ACCC Register profile. Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006230) · 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 The Tap Doctor’s answers compare: what Australian franchisors disclose on the Register, by category.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a The Tap Doctor franchise cost?

A The Tap Doctor franchise requires a total investment of $85,000–$115,000 all-in (ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register).

What are The Tap Doctor's ongoing fees?

The Tap Doctor's ongoing royalty and marketing fees are not published. Ask the franchisor and check the disclosure document for the current fee structure.

Is The Tap Doctor on the Franchise Disclosure Register?

Based on FranchiseScope's research, The Tap Doctor appears on the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register. We recommend confirming the current entry yourself at franchisedisclosure.gov.au before relying on it.