{"id":44898,"date":"2024-01-19T08:41:00","date_gmt":"2024-01-19T13:41:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/?p=44898"},"modified":"2026-03-16T14:53:53","modified_gmt":"2026-03-16T18:53:53","slug":"own-a-plumbing-franchise","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/own-a-plumbing-franchise","title":{"rendered":"The 6 Best Plumbing Franchises"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-45911\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/plumbing-worker.jpg\" alt=\"plumbing business employee\" width=\"602\" height=\"402\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/plumbing-worker.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/plumbing-worker-320x213.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/plumbing-worker-620x414.jpg 620w, https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/plumbing-worker-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/plumbing-worker-370x247.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/plumbing-worker-270x180.jpg 270w, https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/plumbing-worker-570x380.jpg 570w, https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/plumbing-worker-740x494.jpg 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 602px) 100vw, 602px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This updated post on the 6 <strong>best<\/strong> <strong>plumbing franchises<\/strong> is a two-parter.<\/p>\n<p>The 1st part lists the top 6 plumbing franchise opportunities.<\/p>\n<p>The 2nd part offers my take and advice on whether or not you should<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/the-part-of-owning-a-franchise-no-one-talks-about\"> own and operate a franchise<\/a> plumbing business.<\/p>\n<p>Specifically, would buying a franchise business that focuses on plumbing and drains-<em>drain<\/em> your savings?<\/p>\n\n\n<p>Finally, today&#8217;s plumbing franchise opportunities have total <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/how-much-to-open-a-franchise\">upfront investments<\/a> ranging from $100,000 or so, to $400,000 or more. <\/p>\n\n\n<h2>The 6 Best Plumbing Franchises<\/h2>\n<p>Here are the most popular franchises in the plumbing space.<\/p>\n<h3>1. Z Plumberz<\/h3>\n<p>Z Plumberz is a plumbing franchise opportunity with a strange name.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zplumberz.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The company<\/a>, part of the Belfor Group, put together a nice video about their plumbing franchise opportunity. You should watch it.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>As to your initial startup costs for this plumbing franchise opportunity, it will range from $232,670 to $390,210. The franchise fee is $44,900.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/SIS0Eq-GOYM?si=K8aFYc-sR876AIWT\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n<h3>2. Benjamin Franklin Plumbing<\/h3>\n\n\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-45902 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/benjamin-franklin-plumbing-franchise-opportunity.png\" alt=\"top plumbing franchises include benjamin franklin 2024-2025\" width=\"295\" height=\"131\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/benjamin-franklin-plumbing-franchise-opportunity.png 295w, https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/benjamin-franklin-plumbing-franchise-opportunity-270x120.png 270w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 295px) 100vw, 295px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>You don\u2019t need to be a plumber to start a Benjamin Franklin Plumbing franchise.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>That&#8217;s because according to their franchise website, &#8220;<em>We\u2019re ready to make sure you&#8217;re trained and equipped to hit the ground. Your success is our success, and our operating system helps ensure that we both experience it<\/em>!&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Cost-wise, your initial investment will range from $128,954 &#8211; $223,738. And your upfront franchise fee is $43,000.<\/p>\n<p>For the details, check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.benjaminfranklinplumbing.com\/franchise\/#~6S7C0z6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Benjamin Franklin Plumbing franchise<\/a> .<\/p>\n<h3>3. RooterMan<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-45903 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/the-rooter-man.png\" alt=\"rooter man franchising\" width=\"282\" height=\"107\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/the-rooter-man.png 282w, https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/the-rooter-man-270x102.png 270w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 282px) 100vw, 282px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>RooterMan is a plumbing franchise that&#8217;s been providing plumbing-related services for over 40 years.<\/p>\n<p>The company has a whopping <strong>750<\/strong> plumbing franchises up and running, and according to their franchise opportunity website, &#8220;<em>Is a trusted national brand you can use to take your plumbing business to the next level<\/em>.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;d like to own a Rooterman franchise in your area, you&#8217;ll need to invest anywhere from $45-$85k upfront, including the franchise fee.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>And in addition to their low cost, they have a <em>flat fee<\/em> royalty structure.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>That means the royalties you&#8217;ll owe to the company are based on the population of your territory, as opposed to paying a percentage of your monthly business revenue.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Go to the <a href=\"https:\/\/plumbing-franchise.rooterman.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">RooterMan<\/a> plumbing franchise opportunity website to learn more.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3>4. Bluefrog Plumbing + Drain<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-45905\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bluefrog-franchise.png\" alt=\"franchise of bluefrog plumbing\" width=\"261\" height=\"90\" \/><br \/>Founded in: 2013, Bluefrog Plumbing + Drain (<em>according to their franchising website<\/em>), &#8220;<em>isn\u2019t in the plumbing business \u2014 we\u2019re in the people business. By focusing on providing exceptional customer experience, a business model that emphasizes financial performance, and delivering world-class support from a leadership team that has decades of experience in growing franchise systems, Bluefrog Plumbing + Drain is rapidly growing by attracting entrepreneurs who never considered owning a plumbing business before<\/em>.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Your initial investment for a Bluefrog Plumbing + Drain franchise ranges from $100,000 to $200,0002. And the company charges <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/pay-royalty-fees\">a 6% royalty fee<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>There are 50+ franchises up and running. <a href=\"https:\/\/bluefrogfranchise.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Here&#8217;s their website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>5. Roto Rooter Plumbing Service<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-45908\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/roto-rooter-plumbing-franchises.png\" alt=\"roto rooter plumbing franchises\" width=\"388\" height=\"113\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/roto-rooter-plumbing-franchises.png 416w, https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/roto-rooter-plumbing-franchises-320x93.png 320w, https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/roto-rooter-plumbing-franchises-370x108.png 370w, https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/roto-rooter-plumbing-franchises-270x79.png 270w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 388px) 100vw, 388px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This franchise has been around forever. Almost. The company was actually founded in 1935.<\/p>\n<p>From their franchise website:<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;<em>As a prospective Independent franchisee, you will be associated with the recognized leader in the industry \u2014 in fact, the creator of the industry<\/em>.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>The initial investment for a Roto Rooter Plumbing Service franchise ranges from $100,000 to $500,000. And franchisees are charged a 5% royalty fee<\/p>\n<p>As of 2023, there were 600 franchised outlets in operation.<\/p>\n<p>Go to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rotorooter.com\/about-us\/independent-franchises\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the Roto Rooter website<\/a> to learn more about this franchise opportunity in the services sector of franchising.\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3>6. 1-800-Plumber + Air<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-45904\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/plumber-air-franchising.png\" alt=\"1-800-plumber plus air plumbing business\" width=\"263\" height=\"82\" \/><\/p>\n\n\n<p>This franchise company was founded in 1983, and started offering the franchising option in 2017.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From their franchising website:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;<em>Franchising with 1-800-Plumber +Air is more than just a financial investment or an opportunity for you to own your own business. It\u2019s about joining a company with years of experience in running the only combined plumbing and HVAC franchise opportunity on the market today<\/em>.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The initial investment for a 1-800-Plumber + Air franchise ranges from $105,995 to $241,3952. And this franchisor charges a 6% royalty fee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As of 2023, there were 8 franchise locations in operation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/1800plumberfranchise.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Check out their website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/SIS0Eq-GOYM?si=K8aFYc-sR876AIWT\" width=\"625\" height=\"400\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n<br \/>\n<h2>Should You Own And Operate a Plumbing Franchise?<\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Your answer will depend on lots of different factors. Obviously.<\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"620\" height=\"414\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/plumbing-franchise-employee-working-on-pipes-620x414.jpg\" alt=\"plumbing franchise employee\" class=\"wp-image-44996\" style=\"width:590px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/plumbing-franchise-employee-working-on-pipes-620x414.jpg 620w, https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/plumbing-franchise-employee-working-on-pipes-320x213.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/plumbing-franchise-employee-working-on-pipes-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/plumbing-franchise-employee-working-on-pipes-370x247.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/plumbing-franchise-employee-working-on-pipes-270x180.jpg 270w, https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/plumbing-franchise-employee-working-on-pipes-570x380.jpg 570w, https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/plumbing-franchise-employee-working-on-pipes-740x494.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/plumbing-franchise-employee-working-on-pipes.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Are <strong>plumbing franchises<\/strong> good, profitable businesses to own? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do consumers need <a href=\"https:\/\/electricplumbing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">plumbing repairs and installation<\/a>?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;<em>Wait.<\/em> &#8220;<em>Me? Own a <strong>plumbing franchise<\/strong>? C&#8217;mon, Joel<\/em>.&#8221; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I&#8217;m serious. Dead serious. There&#8217;s an opportunity here. A <em>huge<\/em> one. But only for the right person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And that&#8217;s what this post is about. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>It&#8217;s Easy To Find Reliable Plumbers. Or Is It?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Can you find a good, reliable plumber in less than 2 minutes?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you can, great. Lucky you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But for the rest of us, especially if it&#8217;s a stinky toilet issue, it&#8217;s quite challenging. Not <em>all<\/em> the time, but a lot of the time. And going to Google to find a the best plumber, or a plumbing business, doesn&#8217;t always cut it. Why?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(<em>Example ad for &#8220;find a plumber<\/em>&#8220;)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"620\" height=\"205\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/plumbing-business-ad-online-620x205.png\" alt=\"find a plumber\" class=\"wp-image-44927\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/plumbing-business-ad-online-620x205.png 620w, https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/plumbing-business-ad-online-320x106.png 320w, https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/plumbing-business-ad-online-370x123.png 370w, https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/plumbing-business-ad-online-270x89.png 270w, https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/plumbing-business-ad-online-570x189.png 570w, https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/plumbing-business-ad-online.png 622w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Because <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/seo-for-franchises\">the top results shown<\/a> are usually purchased by non-local websites that local plumbers pay a lot of money to in order to be listed on. Like the online ad above. Why?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because, for mom-and pop plumbing companies, it&#8217;s the <em>only<\/em> way they can afford to be <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/dont-use-google-search-for-a-franchise-to-buy\">on Google<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But if you&#8217;re the local owner (<em>franchisee<\/em>) of a plumbing franchise&#8230;one with a knowledgeable online marketing person, you <em>do<\/em> have an opportunity to get on top of Google&#8217;s search results. But wait, there&#8217;s more.<\/p>\n\n\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ZHpWWKEB-qQ?si=gg4vPMXQn_sYMfeg\" width=\"625\" height=\"400\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n<h2>One Reason Plumbing Franchises Are Good Businesses: The Serious Shortage Of Plumbers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The other reason why it&#8217;s challenging to find a plumber is because there aren&#8217;t a lot of people who want to be plumbers. And that&#8217;s too bad, because there&#8217;s a <s>shitload<\/s> ton of money to be made. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Some Stats <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the demand for plumbers is expected to grow by 14% from 2018 to 2028. But here&#8217;s the problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There aren&#8217;t enough plumbers. Why?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An aging workforce. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From the folks at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.evansplumbinginc.com\/blog\/uncategorized\/shortages-of-plumbers-in-the-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Evans Plumbing<\/a> in Boise, Idaho:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;<em>Many plumbers are nearing retirement age, and there are not enough new workers to replace them. In fact, the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) estimates that 60,000 plumbers retire each year, and there are only 30,000 new apprentices entering the field annually<\/em>.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, how many graduating high school seniors do you know who are interested in becoming plumbers? Or who want to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/5-franchise-categories-cold-weather\">own<\/a> a plumbing business? Exactly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Maybe these kids just need a little encouragement. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Like the kind they&#8217;d get <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnbc.com\/2020\/01\/31\/why-the-rich-and-powerful-keep-encouraging-young-people-to-be-plumbers.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">by reading this from CNBC<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>Could This Be The Right Time To Own A Plumbing Franchise?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I think it is. Why?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For one, the demand is there. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Secondly, supplying plumbing services seems to be a high-margin business. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, you can markup the materials. And you can charge high labor prices. Like $50+ an hour. Could that be the reason plumbing franchise opportunities are starting to appear? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>That said, there&#8217;s a downside, and it&#8217;s a big one<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Labor. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As in, a real shortage of it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So unless there&#8217;s an increase in interest to be a plumber, plumbing franchise owners could end up in the never-ending loop of;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Recruiting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hiring<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Training<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Disciplining<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Firing   <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Until the end of time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course a lot of businesses are experiencing the same thing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But that doesn&#8217;t make owning and managing a service-based business like a plumbing franchise any easier. But the upside?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A huge need exists. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And not only in residential plumbing services. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Commercial<\/em> plumbing services are needed, too. Always.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>Are You The Right Fit For a Plumbing Franchise Business?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Owning one of these best plumbing franchises requires several specific attributes that contribute to success:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Strong organizational skills. They&#8217;re essential for managing complex plumbing projects.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A proven ability to recruit, lead and manage teams. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Excellent customer service skills. It fosters trust and loyalty among customers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A people-oriented nature and effective communication skills are vital for engaging with customers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A focus on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/business-plans-franchising\">managing expenses<\/a>. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>Should You Buy A Plumbing Franchise?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"620\" height=\"414\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/franchisee-plumbing-business-620x414.jpg\" alt=\"a franchisee \" class=\"wp-image-44995\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/franchisee-plumbing-business-620x414.jpg 620w, https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/franchisee-plumbing-business-320x214.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/franchisee-plumbing-business-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/franchisee-plumbing-business-370x247.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/franchisee-plumbing-business-270x180.jpg 270w, https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/franchisee-plumbing-business-570x381.jpg 570w, https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/franchisee-plumbing-business-740x494.jpg 740w, https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/franchisee-plumbing-business.jpg 999w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>While plumbing may not be considered the most glamorous industry, its business potential can&#8217;t be understated. Why?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because plumbing is an essential service, and people and businesses will always need plumbing repairs <em>and<\/em> installations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That fact alone ensures a consistent demand for plumbing services, even during economic downturns. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, successful plumbing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/top-franchise-opportunities\">franchise businesses<\/a> have the potential to provide a decent amount of financial security for you and your family. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Translation<\/strong>: a steady stream of clients can help you plan for your future with confidence.* <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>*<em>There are no guarantees, though. Always have money set aside for unpredictable events<\/em>. Can you think of any recent ones?  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>How I See This Service Franchise Opportunity Playing Out<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While owning a plumbing franchise business has the real potential to be financially rewarding, it does come with some challenges. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The biggest challenge, is, and will continue to be, finding employees. In this case, plumbers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And if I were to pursue a plumbing franchise opportunity myself, <em>that<\/em> would be <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/franchise-ownership-isnt-for-everyone\">the thing that stopped me<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But the profit potential&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hey! Would you like some help figuring out what plumbing franchise to buy. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thefranchiseking.com\/consultations\">Hit me up<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This updated post on the 6 best plumbing franchises is a two-parter. 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