Mr. Rooter is a plumbing franchise offering reliable plumbing services, focusing on expert solutions and customer satisfaction for homes and businesses.
KEY FRANCHISE STATS
Franchisees
?
229
+
10%
10%
Franchise fee
?
$42,500
Investment
?
$122,000 - $264,000
Revenue (AUV)
?
Undisclosed
$1,271,000
+
-7.2%
-7.2%
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Established in 1968 and franchising since 1972, Mr. Rooter is a prominent plumbing and drain cleaning franchise headquartered in Waco, Texas, and part of the Neighborly family of home service brands. With 229+ US franchisees and AUV of approximately $1.27M, Mr. Rooter differentiates through upfront pricing, 24/7 availability, and cross-referral advantages within the Neighborly ecosystem.
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The initial investment required for a Mr. Rooter franchise is
$122,000 - $264,000.
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
Initial Franchise Fee
$42,500 + $425 per 1,000 additional population over minimum
Software System Enrollment Fee
$1,250
Vehicle
$20,220 – $69,300
Equipment, Supplies & Inventory
$25,000 – $40,000
Insurance
$1,000 – $4,200
Advertising & Promotional and Local Marketing Spending
$7,500 – $25,000
Training, Travel, Lodging & Food
$3,100 – $7,550
Deposits, Permits & Licenses
$350 – $4,000
Professional Fees
$1,500 – $8,000
ServiceTitan Software
$383 – $2,000
Real Estate
$4,500 – $20,000
Additional Funds – 3 Mo.
$15,000 – $40,000
Total
$122,000 – $264,000
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Type of Expenditure
Amount
Initial Franchise Fee
$42,500 + $425 per 1,000 additional population over minimum
Software System Enrollment Fee
$1,250
Vehicle
$20,220 – $69,300
Equipment, Supplies & Inventory
$25,000 – $40,000
Insurance
$1,000 – $4,200
Advertising & Promotional and Local Marketing Spending
$7,500 – $25,000
Training, Travel, Lodging & Food
$3,100 – $7,550
Deposits, Permits & Licenses
$350 – $4,000
Professional Fees
$1,500 – $8,000
ServiceTitan Software
$383 – $2,000
Real Estate
$4,500 – $20,000
Additional Funds – 3 Mo.
$15,000 – $40,000
Total
$122,000 – $264,000
Franchise Disclosure Document
Below is Mr. Rooter's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. Sign up for free to view the document.
Number of units
Mr. Rooter had 232 total units in 2025, of which 229 were franchised-owned and 3 company-owned.
Mr. Rooter Franchise offers comprehensive training programs to support its franchise owners:
Sure Start Training Program: This initial program includes 6 to 8 weeks of systems and business training, combining self-paced and collaborative online learning, followed by one week of classroom-style business training.
Franchise Business Coach (FBC) Support: After the initial training, franchise owners are paired with a knowledgeable FBC who provides ongoing support, answers questions, and ensures accountability as the business grows.
Ongoing Learning Opportunities: Mr. Rooter offers numerous annual training opportunities, including system-wide and regional meetings, all-day training events, weekly webinars, and more, allowing franchise owners to shadow successful owners and learn from their systems and procedures.
Territory Protection
Mr. Rooter Franchise provides its franchisees with a designated territory that offers limited territorial protection. This means that, as long as franchisees comply fully with their Franchise Agreement, the franchisor will not operate or grant another Mr. Rooter franchise within that specified area during the agreement's term.
The designated territory typically encompasses a population ranging from 100,000 to 300,000, with adjustments possible based on factors like population density or economic conditions.
It's important to note that this arrangement does not grant exclusive territorial rights beyond the designated area. Franchisees maintain rights to their territory even if the population increases over time.
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