{superpower_3=Executive ownership model, superpower_4=Backed by the Neighborly platform, territories_awarded=450, superpower_1=Trust built over 50+ years, services_image_top_medium=https://commandcenter.franchisesidekick.com/brand_image/48384239191/services_image_medium, superpower_2=Essential, recession-resistant service, royalty=6% or revenue, registration_rhode_island=Registered, registration_michigan=Registered, hubspot_owner_id=77516451, strong_zee_sales_skills_are_required=No, hs_created_by_user_id=77516451, current_franchisees=190, brand_group=Neighborly, id=48384239191, scheduling_link=Click to Schedule a Call, in_house_financing=NO, business_category=Home Services, registration_california=Registered, marketing_website_url=https://www.franchisesidekick.com/brands/mr-rooter, registration_new_york=Registered, required_liquid_capital=75000, hs_pipeline_stage=33940787, override_brand_summary_image=https://commandcenter.franchisesidekick.com/brand_image/48384239191/additional_background?variant=large, registration_wisconsin=Registered, billing_contact_last_name=Huey, registration_washington=Registered, sales_contact_last_name=Mather, services_image_top_large=https://commandcenter.franchisesidekick.com/brand_image/48384239191/services_image_large, superpower_5=High-value ticket services, franchise_fee=60000, brand_fund_external=2%, veteran_discount=20% off first $42,500 of franchise fee or $8500, semi_absentee_ownership=Yes, hs_updated_by_user_id=52193499, service_6=Installation services and system upgrade, two_minute_drill_url=https://www.franchisesidekick.com/two-minute-drills/mr-rooter, service_2=General plumbing repairs and maintenance, service_3=Sewer line repair and replacement, billing_contact_email=trent.huey@nbly.com, service_4=Water heater installation and repair, registration_north_dakota=Registered, year_founded=1970, service_5=Emergency plumbing services (24/7), hs_pipeline=11403875, industry=Plumbing, territory_protection=Yes, service_1=Drain cleaning and clog removal, franchise_offering_components=A manager can run the day-to-day operations;Defined Customer Acquisition program;Recession Resistant;Technology-driven;Founder or Leadership that have 10+ years of industry experience;Hiring & Recruiting support;Strong & Diverse Franchisee Validation;A physical location is required (retail or office location), hs_object_source_label=CRM_UI, registration_indiana=Registered, hubspot_team_id=6688351, registration_maryland=Registered, leads_email=trent.huey@nbly.com, billing_contact_first_name=Trent, item_7_3_unit_low=450000, website=https://franchise.neighborly.com/mr-rooter, white_logo=https://commandcenter.franchisesidekick.com/brand_image/48384239191/white_logo, secondary_contact_email=ryan.sanchez@nbly.com, preferred_funding_partner=First Financial, open_locations_disclosed_in_item_19=Yes, royalty_external=6%, corporate_location=Waco, Texas, item_19_highlights=Top 25% Average $4,980,481 - Top Owner $21,523,324 - yes those are single territories not all put together, functions_of_semi_absentee_owner=A flexible or in-transition (semi-absentee) owner of a Mr. Rooter business serves primarily as the strategic sponsor and performance overseer rather than the day-to-day operator. This owner partners closely with a general manager or lead technician who handles daily scheduling, service delivery, and team supervision, while the owner focuses on financial visibility, key performance indicators, budgeting, and growth planning. By leveraging established systems for reporting, marketing, and operations, the semi-absentee owner maintains accountability and direction without needing to be present in the field full time. Over time, this ownership model often represents a transition phase toward full executive ownership or deeper operational involvement as the business stabilizes and leadership depth increases. The owner supports hiring decisions, culture development, and strategic partnerships, while ensuring brand standards and customer experience remain strong. This structure allows professionals who are balancing another career or exiting a prior role to build equity in a recession-resilient service business, positioning the company for scalable growth, professional management, and long-term enterprise value., sales_contact_phone=2548554244, item_19_data__1=$2,009,644, hs_user_ids_of_all_owners=[77516451], hs_all_assigned_business_unit_ids=[0], item_7_low=350000, starting_employees_number_3=1, real_estate_description=Office space required in the territory that they own for GBP purposes. Between 600-800 square feet. Not a customer facing space, starting_employees_number_1=1, starting_employees_number_2=1-2, hs_lastmodifieddate=1771452230283, number_of_associated_contacts=2, hubspot_owner_assigneddate=1771360306119, contact_created=true, main_logo=https://commandcenter.franchisesidekick.com/brand_image/48384239191/main_logo, services_image_top_small=https://commandcenter.franchisesidekick.com/brand_image/48384239191/services_image_small, sold_out_markets=DFW, Austin, Houston, California, Ohio, Michigan, hs_object_source_user_id=77516451, year_started_franchising=1972, hs_all_accessible_team_ids=[6688305, 6688351], units_awarded_last_12_months=22, page_title=Mr. Rooter, approximate_break_even_time_frame=6-12 months, main_background=https://commandcenter.franchisesidekick.com/brand_image/48384239191/main_background?variant=large, group_health_insurance=Yes, customer_acquisition=[Call Center, Digital, Referral / Relationship, Sales, Reputation Management, Customer Financing, National Accounts, Recurring Revenue], hs_object_source_id=userId:77516451, services_image_bottom_small=https://commandcenter.franchisesidekick.com/brand_image/48384239191/services_image_small_2, franchisee_weekly_hours_required=Full-Time (40 or more hours per week);Part-Time (20-40 hours per week);Flexible Ownership (less than 20 hours per week), sales_contact_first_name=Jordan, brand_fund=2% is MAP fund, update_state_registrations_link=https://www.franchisesidekick.com/update-state-registration?brand_name=Mr.%20Rooter, secondary_contact_last_name=Sanchez, functions_of_owner_operator=The owner-operator of a Mr. Rooter business functions as the strategic leader and general manager of the operation rather than the primary technician in the field. Their core responsibility is to build and guide a high-performing team, oversee financial performance, execute local marketing, and ensure the brand’s customer-service standards are consistently delivered. By leveraging proven systems for dispatching, pricing, hiring, and training, the owner focuses on growing revenue, managing expenses, and creating a reliable customer experience that drives repeat business and long-term market share. In addition, the owner-operator serves as the culture setter and community representative for the business. This includes developing technicians and office staff, maintaining compliance and safety standards, forming relationships with residential and commercial customers, and participating in local networking or charitable initiatives. Through disciplined leadership and operational execution, the owner positions the company to scale from a single-truck startup into a multi-team, multi-territory enterprise capable of producing sustainable cash flow and long-term enterprise value., target_customer=Core residential homeowner Property managers and real estate professionals Commercial and light-commercial businesses, registration_virginia=Registered, sales_contact_email=jordan.mather@nbly.com, contact_first_name=Jordan, billing_contact_phone=2548554244, person_completing_2_minute_drill=Trent Huey, ideal_candidate=Desire to scale / multi-unit ownership;Relationship Builder;Passion to Help People;No Industry Experience Required;Ability to recruit and scale a team;Leadership Skills, day_to_day_operators=Franchisee;Manager/Supervisor;Frontline Employee, starting_employees_type_1=CSR, starting_employees_type_2=Service Professional, competitive_advantage_10=Structured customer programs and consistent service model, starting_employees_type_3=Helper/Floater, founder_name=Don Dwyer, onboarding_link=https://www.franchisesidekick.com/franchisor-onboarding-2-minute-drill?brand_name=Mr.%20Rooter, unique_name=Mr. Rooter, home_based=No, average_start_to_open_time=Less than six months, major_competitors=Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, Zoom Drain, Roto-Rooter, name=Mr. Rooter, hs_object_id=48384239191, available_internationally=Yes, fun_facts=The original Oklahoma City location still operates, services_image_bottom_medium=https://commandcenter.franchisesidekick.com/brand_image/48384239191/services_image_medium_2, community_impact=Long-standing support of Ronald McDonald House Charities Local give-back programs led by franchise owners Veteran support and franchise ownership opportunities Community improvement and service projects Neighborly-wide initiatives such as home improvement projects honoring deserving veterans bring multiple brands—including Mr. Rooter—together to provide skilled labor, repairs, and home upgrades for families in need, competitive_advantage_3=Recession-resilient, necessity-based industry, registration_illinois=Registered, competitive_advantage_2=Proven brand with 50+ years of operating history, competitive_advantage_1=Backing of the Neighborly network, contact_email=jordan.mather@nbly.com, business_model_b2b_percentage=30%, competitive_advantage_7=Advanced technology and operational systems, fbr_survey_link=https://campaigns.franchisesidekick.com/fbr-survey-information?brand_name=Mr.%20Rooter, competitive_advantage_6=Exclusive protected territories, competitive_advantage_5=Executive-ownership model (no plumbing experience required), competitive_advantage_4=Comprehensive franchisee training and ongoing support, number_type_of_employees=Starting out CSR - 1 Service Professionals - 2, competitive_advantage_9=Strong purchasing power and rebates, hs_createdate=1771360306119, competitive_advantage_8=Broad service offering with specialized equipment, contact_last_name=Mather, registration_south_dakota=Registered, locations_open=214, employee_skillset_type=Compensated more with a specific skillset, item_19_label__1=Average Gross Sales, required_net_worth=150000, e2_visa_candidates=Yes, registration_hawaii=Registered, registration_minnesota=Registered, company_locations_open=3, brand_summary=Founded in 1970, Mr. Rooter Plumbing is a trusted leader in the residential and commercial plumbing industry, delivering reliable service through professionalism, transparency, and customer-first care. Our mission is to provide exceptional plumbing solutions that restore comfort, protect property, and build lasting relationships with the customers and communities we serve. From routine maintenance and drain cleaning to advanced sewer repair and water heater replacement, Mr. Rooter offers comprehensive services designed to meet every need, every budget, and every stage of homeownership—backed by courteous technicians, clear pricing, and dependable results. As part of the Neighborly family of service brands, Mr. Rooter continues to advance the plumbing industry through proven systems, innovative technology, and a commitment to operational excellence. Franchise owners are supported by structured training, national marketing, and best-in-class business tools that create consistent customer experiences and scalable local businesses. By setting the standard for professionalism, integrity, and service quality, Mr. Rooter delivers peace of mind to homeowners and meaningful opportunity to entrepreneurs—one home, one customer, and one community at a time., services_image_bottom_large=https://commandcenter.franchisesidekick.com/brand_image/48384239191/services_image_large_2, technology=[Project Visualizer, Job Management, Scheduling, CRM, Inventory Management, Billing, Logistics], secondary_contact_phone=713-825-3257, employees_per_mature_location=10 or more employees, territory_description=Minimum 100k population , brand_summary_marketing_revision=Founded in 1970, Mr. Rooter Plumbing is a trusted leader in the residential and commercial plumbing industry, delivering reliable service through professionalism, transparency, and customer-first care. Our mission is to provide exceptional plumbing solutions that restore comfort, protect property, and build lasting relationships with the customers and communities we serve. From routine maintenance and drain cleaning to advanced sewer repair and water heater replacement, Mr. Rooter offers comprehensive services designed to meet every need, every budget, and every stage of homeownership—backed by courteous technicians, clear pricing, and dependable results. As part of the Neighborly family of service brands, Mr. Rooter continues to advance the plumbing industry through proven systems, innovative technology, and a commitment to operational excellence. Franchise owners are supported by structured training, national marketing, and best-in-class business tools that create consistent customer experiences and scalable local businesses. By setting the standard for professionalism, integrity, and service quality, Mr. Rooter delivers peace of mind to homeowners and meaningful opportunity to entrepreneurs—one home, one customer, and one community at a time., area_development_opportunities=No, franchise_fee_3=160000, item_7_3_unit_high=600000, industry_size=$153 Billion in the US, secondary_contact_first_name=Ryan, territory_check_email=trent.huey@nbly.com, hs_object_source=CRM_UI, item_7_high=450000, application_invite_link=https://www.franchisesidekick.com/zor-application-invite?brand_name=Mr.%20Rooter, is_boring_offering=No, franchise_fee_2=110000, dynamic_page_slug=mr-rooter, business_model_b2c_percentage=70%}