Bluefrog Plumbing + Drain Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2026)

Bluefrog Plumbing + Drain offers professional plumbing and drain cleaning services, providing customers with reliable solutions to address their plumbing needs efficiently and effectively.

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

Franchisees

45%

Franchise fee

$59,900

Investment

$145,000 - $352,000

Revenue (AUV)

$267,000

n.a.

Founded in 2013, Bluefrog Plumbing + Drain has quickly emerged as a leading name in the plumbing industry, offering services such as drain cleaning, leak detection, and water heater repairs. With a focus on delivering reliable and efficient solutions, the company has steadily grown its footprint across the United States.

Headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, Bluefrog began offering franchise opportunities in 2014. Its business model is designed to be scalable and resilient, making it an attractive option for entrepreneurs seeking to enter the steady home services sector.

Bluefrog Plumbing + Drain differentiates itself through a strong focus on customer experience and operational efficiency. The brand is built on principles of transparency, client education, and top-tier service, ensuring every customer feels informed and valued throughout the service process.

Initial investment

The initial investment required for a Bluefrog Plumbing + Drain franchise is $145,000 - $352,000. That is the total cost you would need to finance if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Type of Expenditure	Amount
Franchise Fee	$59,900 – $89,900
Technology Fee	$1,596 – $1,596
Real Estate/Rent	$2,000 – $9,000
Signage & Graphics	$500 – $1,500
Office Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment	$14,500 – $62,500
Service Tools, Equipment & Initial Inventory	$3,000 – $6,000
Point-of-Sale System	$1,750 – $1,750
Technology Systems Components	$505 – $2,005
Training Fee	$3,000 – $3,000
Training Expenses for 3 people	$2,000 – $5,000
Vehicle	$3,000 – $50,000
Marketing Materials & Grand Opening Advertising	$10,600 – $18,000
Insurance	$2,000 – $6,000
Licenses & Permits	$2,000 – $4,000
Recruitment for Master Plumber	$0 – $8,000
Professional Fees	$1,500 – $9,000
Additional Funds (3 months)	$37,500 – $75,000
TOTAL	$145,351 – $352,251

Type of Expenditure	Amount
Franchise Fee	$59,900 – $89,900
Technology Fee	$1,596 – $1,596
Real Estate/Rent	$2,000 – $9,000
Signage & Graphics	$500 – $1,500
Office Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment	$14,500 – $62,500
Service Tools, Equipment & Initial Inventory	$3,000 – $6,000
Point-of-Sale System	$1,750 – $1,750
Technology Systems Components	$505 – $2,005
Training Fee	$3,000 – $3,000
Training Expenses for 3 people	$2,000 – $5,000
Vehicle	$3,000 – $50,000
Marketing Materials & Grand Opening Advertising	$10,600 – $18,000
Insurance	$2,000 – $6,000
Licenses & Permits	$2,000 – $4,000
Recruitment for Master Plumber	$0 – $8,000
Professional Fees	$1,500 – $9,000
Additional Funds (3 months)	$37,500 – $75,000
TOTAL	$145,351 – $352,251

Franchise Disclosure Document

Below is Bluefrog Plumbing + Drain's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. Upgrade to Pro or purchase the FDD to view and download the document.

Number of units

Bluefrog Plumbing + Drain had 42 total units in 2024, of which 42 were franchised-owned and 0 company-owned.

Frequently Asked Questions

Competitors

Below are some of

Bluefrog Plumbing + Drain

key competitors in the

Plumbing/HVAC

sector.

Franchise

Upgrade

New

45%

2% to 6%

$145,000

$352,000

$267,000

n.a.

1-800-Plumber +Air

$100K - $200K

New

47%

6.00%

$154,000

$327,000

n.a.

RooterMan

$25K - $50K

653

New

-5%

$3 per 1,000 of population

$45,000

$82,000

n.a.

Dryer Vent Wizard

$50K - $100K

165

New

25%

10.00%

$83,000

$159,000

$165,000

n.a.

Z Plumberz

$200K - $500K

New

4% - 8%

$257,000

$419,000

$410,000

n.a.

Mr. Rooter

$100K - $200K

229

New

10%

6.00%

$122,000

$264,000

$1,271,000

n.a.

Accurate Leak and Line

$100K - $200K

New

n.a.

7.00%

$134,000

$285,000

$1,574,000

n.a.

Training

Bluefrog Plumbing + Drain provides comprehensive training to its franchisees to ensure they are fully prepared to operate a franchise under their brand. The training programs offered by the franchisor are structured as follows:

Initial Training Program
Franchisees and their designated personnel must attend an initial training program before opening the business. This program covers essential operations, technical skills, sales techniques, marketing strategies, and administrative processes necessary to operate the franchise successfully.
Training Location and Attendance
The initial training is typically conducted at Bluefrog Plumbing + Drain's headquarters or at a designated training facility. The franchisee (or designated owners) and up to three key personnel are required to attend. Attendance at all required training sessions is mandatory.
Costs Associated with Training
While the franchisor provides the training without additional tuition fees beyond the initial training fee, franchisees must cover all associated travel, accommodation, meals, and incidental expenses for their attendees. Additionally, if the franchisor sends trainers to the franchisee’s location for any specialized training, the franchisee must pay the travel and living expenses of the trainers.

Territory Protection

Bluefrog Plumbing + Drain does provide a form of territory protection for its franchisees, but it is not an exclusive guarantee. Each franchisee is assigned a "Market Territory," which is typically defined by ZIP codes, political boundaries, or geographic features and usually contains between 250,000 and 500,000 people.

Franchisees are restricted from marketing, soliciting, or operating outside of their assigned Market Territory without prior authorization from the franchisor. However, the protection is somewhat limited, as Bluefrog Plumbing + Drain retains certain rights even within the assigned territories.

While they commit not to establish another franchise office within your Market Territory as long as you comply with the Franchise Agreement, they still reserve the right to conduct marketing, advertising, or sales activities (including through the internet and alternative channels) within any territory, including yours.