Mister Sparky franchise
Mister Sparky provides residential and light commercial electrical repair and installation, known for its on-time guarantee. It is part of Authority Brands. At the end of 2025 there were 255 Mister Sparky locations in the US, 249 franchised and 6 company-owned.
- Cost to open
- $133K–$277K
- Franchise fee
- $33,000
- Royalty
- 6%
- Locations, 2025
- 255+110 in 3 yrs
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Company snapshot
- Franchisor based in
- Columbia, Maryland
- Time to open
- 3 to 4 months after signing
- Agreement length
- 10 years
- Territory
- Protected territory
- Financing
- Some financing offered
From Mister Sparky Franchising SPE LLC’s 2026 filing.
How much a Mister Sparky franchise costs
Opening one Mister Sparky franchise costs an estimated $133,273 to $276,702. That covers the franchise fee and everything else needed to open, through the first months of working capital.
Source: Mister Sparky Franchising SPE LLC, 2026 filing, page 28
Mister Sparky franchise fee
The franchise fee is $33,000, plus $0.165 for each person above 200,000 in the territory. You pay it when you sign the franchise agreement.
Source: Mister Sparky Franchising SPE LLC, 2026 filing, page 15
Royalty and ongoing fees
| Royalty | 6% of gross revenue or $1,500 a month, whichever is greater, paid twice a month. |
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Source: Mister Sparky Franchising SPE LLC, 2026 filing, page 17
Sales and earnings
Shares figures Mister Sparky publishes sales or earnings figures for its locations: it reports fiscal 2025 results for 60 franchisees (185 territories) open the full year. The full tables, with notes on which locations are counted, are in its filing.
Source: Mister Sparky Franchising SPE LLC, 2026 filing, page 67
Locations opened and closed
| Year | Franchised | Company-owned | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 164 (+25) | 6 | 6 |
| 2024 | 208 (+44) | 6 | 4 |
| 2025 | 249 (+41) | 6 | 11 |
Closed or left counts terminations, non-renewals, locations bought back by the franchisor and locations that stopped operating.
Source: Mister Sparky Franchising SPE LLC, 2026 filing, page 72
How Mister Sparky compares
Of the 5 handyman franchises on this site, Mister Sparky is the 3rd cheapest to open and the 3rd largest by number of locations.
| Measure | Mister Sparky | Typical handyman |
|---|---|---|
| Cost to open, low end | $133K | $133K |
| Royalty | 6% | 6% |
| Closed or left per year | 4% | 7.5% |
| Change in franchised locations, 3 yrs | +79.1% | +25.6% |
| Shares earnings figures | Yes | 5 of 5 |
Typical is the median across the 5 brands in handyman franchises.
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Mister Sparky franchise questions
How long does it take to open a Mister Sparky?
3 to 4 months after signing, according to Mister Sparky's 2026 filing. Finding a site, permits and build-out are what usually stretch it.
Does Mister Sparky help with financing?
Yes, in some cases. Mister Sparky may finance part of the cost, such as the franchise fee, for qualified buyers; terms are in its filing.
Do Mister Sparky franchisees get a protected territory?
Yes. Mister Sparky assigns a protected territory where it won't open or license another location while you meet the agreement's terms.
How long is a Mister Sparky franchise agreement?
The initial term is 10 years. Renewal is usually possible if you're in good standing, often for a fee and a remodel.
Is Mister Sparky growing or shrinking?
Over the last 3 years 131 franchised locations opened and 21 closed or left, a net change of +79.1%. About 4% of locations closed or left each year. That is below the 7.5% typical for handyman franchises.
How does Mister Sparky compare with other handyman franchises?
Of the 5 handyman franchises here, Mister Sparky is the 3rd cheapest to open (low end $133K against a $133K median) and the 3rd largest by number of locations. Its 6% royalty is in line with the 6% median.
Does Mister Sparky say how much franchisees make?
Yes: it reports fiscal 2025 results for 60 franchisees (185 territories) open the full year. Your results can differ; the filing explains which locations are counted.
Where is Mister Sparky based?
Mister Sparky Franchising SPE LLC is based in Columbia, Maryland.