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You’ll be able to offer comprehensive care to property owners, from securing the area after an emergency and working with insurance companies to restoring homes to livable conditions through reliable property restoration services. Starting a restoration franchise with Paul Davis means investing in an industry worth tens of billions of dollars and growing. With our trusted brand, you’ll have a competitive edge in a market with increasing demand. Become an owner of one of the best restoration franchises and make a valuable investment in your community while unlocking the path to building wealth and achieving your life’s goals., area_development_opportunities=No, sks_royalties_collected_three_years_ago=70476363, industry_size=$80 Billion Annually, hs_object_source=FORM, display_two_minute_drill=true, mapping_access_url=https://www.pauldavisbusiness.com/available-opportunities/, business_model_b2c_percentage=20%, dynamic_page_slug=paul-davis-restoration}

Paul Davis Restoration

Brand Summary

Since 1966, Paul Davis has been at the forefront of innovation in the property damage emergency services and restoration industry. From pioneering computerized estimates, to three-day drying, to new water damage assessment and monitoring technology, Paul Davis has provided significant value to the insurance industry in cycle time reduction and cost management.

Extreme weather events are on the rise, and the growing restoration market demands a trusted name to lead the way. Starting a restoration business by becoming a Paul Davis Restoration franchise owner gives you the opportunity to help members of your community in their greatest time of need. The emergency restoration industry will always be necessary, and we offer a recession-resistant essential service.

Paul Davis Restoration is widely recognized as the industry’s best restoration company. As a franchise owner, you’ll have access to our proven business model and extensive support network, including marketing, training, and ongoing operational assistance. You’ll be able to offer comprehensive care to property owners, from securing the area after an emergency and working with insurance companies to restoring homes to livable conditions through reliable property restoration services.

Starting a restoration franchise with Paul Davis means investing in an industry worth tens of billions of dollars and growing. With our trusted brand, you’ll have a competitive edge in a market with increasing demand. Become an owner of one of the best restoration franchises and make a valuable investment in your community while unlocking the path to building wealth and achieving your life’s goals.

Brand Superpowers

Profitability

Market Growth

Customer Experience

Technology

Partnerships

*THE NUMBERS

$285,800 - $737,400 Investment Range

0-24 MTHS: $2,493,138 | 2 YRS+ $5,836,208 Average Annual Gross Sales

N/A Other Revenue

4% Royalty

0.75% of top line sales plus a flat $500 monthly fee. Brand Fund

$1,000,000 Financial Requirements

Founder	Paul Davis
Home Office Location	7251 Salisbury Road, Suite 6, Jacksonville, FL 32256
Company Founded	1967
Began Franchising	1970
Industry	Restoration
Industry Size	$80 Billion Annually
Veteran Discount	25% off of the standard franchise fee based on territory population
Group Health Insurance	No

Founder	Paul Davis
Home Office Location	7251 Salisbury Road, Suite 6, Jacksonville, FL 32256
Company Founded	1967
Began Franchising	1970
Industry	Restoration
Industry Size	$80 Billion Annually
Veteran Discount	25% off of the standard franchise fee based on territory population
Group Health Insurance	No

Company Units Open	48
Franchise Units Awarded All Time	346
Franchise Units Awarded Last 12 Months	25
Franchise Units Open	339
Number of franchisees	221

Desire to scale / multi-unit ownership
Owner Operator Preferred
Passion to Help People
No Industry Experience Required
Values Outstanding Customer Service
Leadership Skills

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

DO THEY OFFER FINANCING TO HELP BUY THE FRANCHISE?

The greater of $50,000 or 50% in cash due when Franchise Agreement signed; 50% balance may be financed in the form of a four year promissory note with an APR of 7%

WHAT KIND OF TECHNOLOGY DO THEY HAVE IN PLACE?

Project Visualizer, Job Management, Scheduling, CRM, Inventory Management, Billing and Logistics

DO THEY OFFER FLEXIBLE OWNERSHIP?

DO THEY OFFER A DISCOUNT TO VETERANS?

25% off of the standard franchise fee based on territory population

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