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Roto-Rooter, founded in 1936 and based in Cincinnati, Ohio, has earned its place as a leader in the plumbing and drain cleaning industry.
Recognized as a pioneer in the field, Roto-Rooter has grown into one of North America’s largest service providers for plumbing and drain solutions. The company began franchising in its inaugural year, reflecting its dedication to expanding its proven business model and trusted brand across diverse markets.
Roto-Rooter distinguishes itself by offering a broad spectrum of services, including plumbing repairs, sewer and drain cleaning, and related solutions. This comprehensive service lineup allows franchisees to meet a variety of customer needs while operating under the well-established Roto-Rooter name.
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Roto-Rooter provides franchisees with optional training programs tailored to specific services, such as water restoration, which may require additional fees.
Roto-Rooter grants franchisees an exclusive territory defined by geographic boundaries in the franchise agreement. Within this area, neither the franchisor nor its affiliates will establish competing franchises or operations, ensuring protection for the franchisee.
The territory remains fixed, unaffected by population changes or market penetration. Franchisees must conduct local advertising within their territory, clearly specifying the area in promotional materials, securing their exclusive operational rights.
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MrCool is a home-services franchise offering heating, cooling, and air-quality solutions centered on ductless mini-split technology, serving homeowners and light-commercial clients, and known for energy-efficient systems, innovative DIY-oriented products, and strong technical support for installers and franchise partners.
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Heating + Air Paramedics is an HVAC services franchise offering heating, cooling, and indoor-comfort solutions, serving residential and light-commercial customers, and known for emergency-style responsiveness, customer-first service culture, and multiple revenue streams from maintenance, repairs, replacements, and system upgrades.
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Order A Plumber is a home-services franchise offering licensed plumbing repairs, installations and remodeling services, serving homeowners and property managers, and known for proven systems, national brand growth and reliable service model.
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Plumbing Paramedics is a plumbing franchise offering fast, reliable, and expert plumbing services for residential and commercial clients.
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Accurate Leak and Line focuses on trenchless plumbing repair and leak detection for residential and commercial properties. They utilize advanced technology to provide cost-effective, non-invasive solutions.
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Z Plumberz offers comprehensive plumbing services, including repair, installation, and maintenance, providing reliable solutions for residential and commercial properties.
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