Men in Kilts Lexington
Men in Kilts franchise for sale in Lexington, Kentucky
List Price: $99,900 USD
Key Facts
Annual Gross Revenue
$200,000 USD
Cash Flow (SDE)
$50,000 – $100,000
Seasonal Business
Yes
Value of Inventory
Upon Inquiry
Value of Assets
$25,000 – $50,000
Year Established
2022
Business Operates From
My home
Location Is
N/A
Approx. Monthly Rent
N/A
Total Employees
Less than 10
1–3 MonthsTransition
Support
SomewhatPrice/Terms
Flexibility
SomeSeller financing Available
Full-timeOwner
Involvement
About this Business
Home-Based Business with $40K per Year in Recurring Work!
Territory includes all of Fayette Co in central KY. This business brought in over $200k in 2025 revenue and has an established list of consumer and residential repeat customers. The services include interior & exterior window cleaning, pressure washing, exterior house washing & gutter cleaning. The brand is growing, demand is steady, and the foundation is in place. A new owner can step in and scale quickly.
Backed by Men In Kilts and Threshold Brands, this business comes with an unforgettable visual branding along with values of customer communication and service. The territory covers over 300,000 people and 70,000 ideal households — affluent, home-proud communities that regularly invest in exterior maintenance. Opportunities are available to expand to surrounding territories including one of the fastest growing counties in the US.
Top-performing franchisees in the system are owner-operators who lead from the front—building relationships, driving sales, and owning their market. That’s the unlock here. With someone on the ground, this business has clear potential to turn early momentum into long-term profitability and serious local presence.
Sale includes the entire existing territory and all equipment needed to operate including one wrapped vehicle. Seller is stepping away due to relocating out of the area. Inquire now to receive full details and a non-disclosure agreement by email!
Asset Description
One wrapped Ford Transit-150 that is completely upfitted. Three 4GPM pressure washers with hoses, wands, surface cleaners, 5 extension ladders (24, 32 & 40'), A frames & step ladders. Two complete RODI water fed pole systems including hoses, brushes & telescopic poles. Gas gutter vacuum with light poles & hoses. Additional equipment including window cleaning squeegees, buckets, water hoses, towels.
Inventory Description
No sellable inventory but new hats, work t-shirts and some work kilts to offset future uniform costs.
Reason for Selling
Will be relocating out of the area and will not be able to dedicate time to running and growing this business.
Why I Love My Franchise
It's a very noticeable and memorable brand. I love the connections that this franchise has allowed me to form in my local community.
About Men in Kilts
Men in Kilts is a residential and commercial exterior cleaning franchise, founded in 2002 in Vancouver, Canada. Crews wear traditional kilts on the job, making the service recognisable in any territory. Services cover window cleaning, gutter cleaning, soft-wash house washing, pressure washing, and seasonal holiday light installation for residential and commercial clients.
The business runs as a home-based, mobile operation with no commercial premises required. Franchisees manage branded vehicles and small crews, building recurring residential customers alongside commercial and project work. The model scales by adding technicians and vehicles as territory demand grows, with no retail location needed at any stage.
Men in Kilts joined the Threshold Brands portfolio in 2020, gaining access to shared operational infrastructure and a support network spanning multiple home services brands. The franchise operates more than 40 locations across the United States and Canada, with territories available in most US states and select Canadian provinces. The brand holds IFA membership and participates in VetFran, offering reduced entry fees for qualifying veterans and first responders.
Franchisee Support
Incoming owners begin with virtual onboarding covering safety protocols, core service techniques, and sales methods, followed by hands-on in-field training at a real home. Ongoing access to the brand's Learning Management System (LMS) provides job-site guides and instructional videos for owners and technicians. Additional support includes one-on-one business coaching, a national sales centre for lead handling, and dedicated marketing assistance. Training covers 24 hours of classroom instruction and 45 hours of on-the-job work. Resale buyers should confirm what transfer training and LMS access are available to incoming ownership.
Brand Accolades & Awards
Men in Kilts holds membership in the International Franchise Association and participates in the VetFran programme, which supports access for US veterans and first responders. The brand's distinctive identity has built consumer recognition and strong social media visibility across its North American markets. For resale buyers, brand-level recognition matters most when it has translated into local name familiarity and a strong customer review profile within a specific territory; a local online reputation audit and referral-source review can provide a clearer picture of unit-level credibility.
Industry / Market
The US building exterior cleaning industry is valued at approximately $12.5 billion and has grown 1.4% per year on average over the past five years, per data cited by the franchisor. Demand is driven by recurring maintenance needs across residential and commercial properties, homeowner focus on curb appeal, and the repeat nature of window, gutter, and exterior washing services. The category is moderately seasonal in northern markets, with spring and autumn typically the busiest periods. For buyers of an existing unit, local market penetration, recurring customer depth, and territory growth potential are the most relevant indicators.
Ideal Owner
Men in Kilts suits an owner who is comfortable with local sales and account management, capable of managing a small crew of field technicians, and willing to represent a high-visibility brand in their community. Prior cleaning industry experience is not required; the training programme covers the technical elements. Early-stage owners typically handle quoting, scheduling, and quality oversight themselves before transitioning to a more supervisory role once a reliable lead technician is in place. Strong customer communication, detail orientation, and community engagement are the traits the franchisor prioritises.