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LAST UPDATED: 1/2023FRANCHISE WEBSITE:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.premiumservicebrands.com/rooterman/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-rootermans-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2721304" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://www.premiumservicebrands.com/rooterman/</a>NUMBER OF LOCATIONS: 450+REPORTED COST TO GET IN:&nbsp;$45,075–$82,475REPORTED ROI (Item 19): n/a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.premiumservicebrands.com/rooterman/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-rootermans-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2721304" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">RooterMan</a> is an over 450-unit plumbing and drain cleaning franchise that was established in 1970 by CEO and entrepreneur Donald MacDonald in North Billerica, Massachusetts. The brand has grown to become one of the largest plumbing, sewer and drain cleaning companies in North America. In 1981, Rooter-Man began franchising and has since grown to a network of over 450 locations across the United States and Canada. It has consistently been named the #1 Plumbing Franchise by Entrepreneur Magazine.&nbsp;In 2022, RooterMan was acquired by multi-brand home services franchisor&nbsp;<a href="https://1851franchise.com/premiumservicebrands">Premium Service Brands</a> (PSB). This marked the parent company’s&nbsp;<a href="https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/premium-brands-surpasses-1-000-150000016.html?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-rootermans-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2721304" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">10th brand and largest acquisition thus far</a>. With multiple brands under a single franchisor,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.premiumservicebrands.com/our-brands/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-rootermans-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2721304" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">PSB</a> provides franchisees an opportunity to scale and leverage multiple streams of revenue while marketing to a single customer base.<h4>How Many Locations Are There?</h4>There are over 450 RooterMan locations across the United States and Canada. Each RooterMan location is locally owned and operated, and has been carefully awarded the right to provide service under the RooterMan brand name after the completion of a comprehensive service training program.<h4>What Is the Business Model?</h4>Franchises are granted to qualified individuals and business entities to establish and operate plumbing and sewer maintenance and repair services. RooterMan businesses are typically operated from a van or truck and from a home office in some cases.Although multiple franchise locations are not required, it is common for franchisees to own multiple units.&nbsp;<h4>How Much Can RooterMan Franchise Owners Make?</h4>RooterMan does not make any representations about a franchisee’s future financial performance or past financial performance of company-owned or franchised outlets, according to its Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).&nbsp;<h4>How Much Does It Cost to Open a RooterMan Franchise?</h4>The total estimated cost to open a RooterMan is $45,075–$82,475, per the brand’s FDD. Costs in the estimated initial investment include:&nbsp;<ul><li>Franchise Fee: $4,975</li><li>Vehicle: $1,500–$5,000</li><li>Real Estate and/or Leasehold Improvements: $0–$3,000&nbsp;</li><li>Equipment &amp; Supplies: $5,000–$7,000&nbsp;</li><li>Insurance: $2,000–$5,000&nbsp;</li><li>Signage: $3,000–$4,000&nbsp;</li><li>Technology Fee: $2,500</li><li>Grand Opening: $2,500–$5,000</li><li>Training Expenses: $2,000–$4,000</li><li>Licenses/Bonds: $100–$1,500&nbsp;</li><li>Professional Fees: $1,500–$3,000&nbsp;</li><li>Additional Funds: (3 months): $20,000–$37,500</li></ul>TOTAL: $45,075–$82,475There is also a royalty fee of $3 per 1,000 of population in the territory, paid monthly.&nbsp;<h4>What Is the Franchise Fee for RooterMan?</h4>The initial franchise fee for a new RooterMan Business is $4,975.<h4>Who Are the Leaders of RooterMan?</h4><ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-e-flick-0a15186/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-rootermans-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2721304" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Paul Flick, CEO</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidraymond3/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-rootermans-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2721304" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">David Raymond, COO</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/debjewell/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-rootermans-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2721304" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Deborah Jewell, President of Performance</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/markmontini/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-rootermans-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2721304" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Mark Montini, CMO</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-kruse-57141225/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-rootermans-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2721304" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Russell Kruse, Chief Legal Officer</a></li><li>J. Patrick Dannelly, CFO</li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/keven-elwood-42520a53/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-rootermans-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2721304" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Kevin Elwood, Chief Development Officer</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sethflowers/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-rootermans-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2721304" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Seth Flowers, President – RooterMan</a></li></ul><h4>What Helpful Articles Can I Read to Learn More?</h4><ul><li><a href="https://www.premiumservicebrands.com/rooterman/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-rootermans-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2721304" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Franchise Development Page</a></li><li><a href="https://www.premiumservicebrands.com/about-us/our-blog/2022/february/psb-acquires-rooterman/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-rootermans-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2721304" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Premium Service Brands Acquires RooterMan</a></li><li><a href="https://www.entrepreneur.com/franchises/rooterman/305232?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-rootermans-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2721304" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Start a RooterMan Franchise in 2023</a></li></ul>Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only, you should not construe any such information or other material as legal, tax, investment, financial, or other advice. 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