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Roto-Rooter, founded in 1935 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.
Here's what you would need to invest if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.
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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.