Whether you're an entrepreneur starting fresh or a plumber ready to grow, here's a way to own a business in a category every home depends on.
Franchise with
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing®
Own a residential plumbing business in a recession-resistant, essential industry — with no plumbing experience required —
backed by the training, technology, and buying power of Authority Brands.
Why Choose Benjamin Franklin Plumbing?
Plumbing is essential and always in demand, in any economy.
You don't have to be a plumber to own one — you run the business.
No retail storefront to run, and a low initial investment range.
Industry-leading training, technology, and BuyMax buying power.
An Essential Business, Built to Last
An Essential, Recession-Resistant Trade
When a pipe bursts or a water heater fails, it's not optional. Plumbing is essential, repeat-and-emergency demand in a $191.4B U.S. industry — the kind of business that holds up in any economy.
You Own It — You Don't Have to Plumb It
You don't need to be a plumber to own a Benjamin Franklin Plumbing®. You run the business: hiring and leading licensed technicians, driving local growth, and managing the numbers.
New entrepreneurs and existing plumbing-company owners are both welcome — and conversions can qualify for fee discounts.
Backed by Authority Brands
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing is an Authority Brands company — 15 leading home-service brands. You get ongoing owner support, business technology, marketing tools, industry-leading training, operational blueprints, and significant buying power through BuyMax.
When It Breaks,
They Call — Now
A clog, a leak, a failed water heater — plumbing problems can't wait, and customers pay for fast, reliable help. As The Punctual Plumber®, the brand is built on exactly that reputation for showing up on time.
Apply NowUnderstand the Model
— and the Upside
Unlike many franchises, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing® discloses real franchisee revenue. Here's the shape of the opportunity.
1From Item 19 of the April 26, 2026 Benjamin Franklin Plumbing® Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD): average Gross Revenue per franchisee of $2,847,962 and 8.7% systemwide sales growth for 2024–2025. Gross Revenue is not profit. 2Item 7: estimated initial investment of $143,273–$286,702, including a $43,000 franchise fee for a new territory up to 100,000 in population; financing is available to qualified candidates (Item 10). Honorably discharged veterans receive 30% off the franchise and territory fee (VetFran®), and qualifying women- and minority-owned businesses receive a reduced franchise fee (DiversityFran®); first franchise only, discounts cannot be combined. 3U.S. plumbing industry value per IBISWorld. For the most accurate and current information, review the latest Benjamin Franklin Plumbing® FDD. These figures are not a guarantee or projection of future results; individual results will vary. This is not an offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy, a franchise.
A Lean, Essential-Service Model
No retail build-out. You run sales, recruiting, and a team of licensed technicians; Benjamin Franklin Plumbing® and Authority Brands provide the training, technology, and buying power.
Recession-Resistant Demand
Essential plumbing services, needed in any economy.
No Retail Storefront
Lower operational costs — run the business lean.
No Plumbing Background Needed
You lead the business; licensed pros do the work.
BuyMax Buying Power
Significant savings through the Authority Brands network.
Training & Technology
Industry-leading training and quality business technology.
Conversion-Friendly
Existing plumbers can join and may qualify for discounts.
You run the business. Authority Brands powers it.
Is This You?
You don't need a wrench — you need to lead a business and a team. Benjamin Franklin Plumbing owners tend to share the same traits.
You'd rather run a proven system than wing it.
You can hire, train, and lead licensed technicians.
You'll run a proven playbook instead of reinventing it.
You build the next local relationship before you need it.
You watch dispatch, close rate, and margin, not just calls.
You see one territory as the start, not the ceiling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need plumbing experience to own one?
No. You don't have to be a plumber to be a Benjamin Franklin Plumbing® owner. You run the business and hire and lead licensed technicians; the brand provides training and support.
How much does it cost to get started?
The estimated initial investment is $143,273–$286,702, with a $43,000 franchise fee for a new territory up to 100,000 in population. Financing is available to qualified candidates (Items 7 & 10 of the FDD).
How much do franchisees make?
Item 19 of the April 26, 2026 FDD reports an average Gross Revenue per franchisee of $2,847,962 and 8.7% systemwide sales growth in 2024–2025. Gross Revenue is not profit, and individual results vary.
I already own a plumbing company — can I convert?
Yes. The model is built to help existing plumbing businesses grow, and owners of existing companies may qualify for discounts on fees and other financial assistance.
Are there discounts for veterans or diversity owners?
Yes. Honorably discharged veterans receive 30% off the franchise and territory fee (VetFran®), and qualifying women- and minority-owned businesses receive a reduced franchise fee (DiversityFran®). First franchise only; discounts can't be combined.
Who supports me as an owner?
As an Authority Brands company, you get ongoing owner support, business technology, marketing tools, industry-leading training, operational blueprints, and BuyMax buying power.
Ready to Own a Benjamin Franklin Plumbing® Franchise?
Territories across the country are available now. If you're ready to own a recession-resistant plumbing business backed by Authority Brands, your next step is simple.
Apply NowWe'll review your application, schedule a Discovery Call, and walk you through available territories and how to get started.
This information is not intended as an offer to sell, or the solicitation of an offer to buy, a franchise. Any figures referenced are historical results disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and are not a guarantee of future performance. For the most accurate and current information, review the latest FDD for Benjamin Franklin Plumbing®. We do not make any representation that you will achieve any particular result.
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