Own a
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing®
Invest in a residential plumbing business in a recession-resistant, essential industry — you own it, licensed pros do the plumbing —
backed by the training, technology, and buying power of Authority Brands.
This is a business you buy and own, with the capital to match — it is not a position with Benjamin Franklin Plumbing®. Whether you're an entrepreneur starting fresh or a plumber ready to scale, here's what it takes.
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Why Own a Benjamin Franklin Plumbing?
Plumbing is essential and always in demand, in any economy.
You bring the capital and the leadership. Licensed pros do the plumbing.
No retail storefront to run, and a lower 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 buy the franchise and run the business: hiring and leading licensed technicians, driving local growth, and managing the numbers. You bring the capital and the leadership; licensed pros do the work.
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. As an owner you get ongoing 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. That's the steady demand behind the business you'd own.
See If I QualifyUnderstand the Model
— and the Investment
This is a business you buy. Unlike many franchises, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing® discloses real franchisee revenue — here's the shape of the opportunity, and the cost to get in.
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. As the owner, 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 own and lead the business; licensed pros do the work.
BuyMax Buying Power
Significant savings through the Authority Brands network.
Owner Training & Technology
Industry-leading training and quality business technology.
Conversion-Friendly
Existing plumbing-business owners can convert and may qualify for discounts.
You own the business. Authority Brands powers it.
Is This You?
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing owners are investors and leaders, not technicians. They have the capital to invest, and they'd rather build and run a team than pick up the wrench themselves. Owners tend to share the same traits.
You have the capital, or the funding, to invest in a business.
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
Is this a job with Benjamin Franklin Plumbing®?
No. This is a franchise ownership opportunity, not employment. You would be buying and owning a Benjamin Franklin Plumbing® business in your market — you'd be the owner and the employer, hiring and leading your own licensed technicians. It requires an estimated total investment of $143,273–$286,702, which includes a $43,000 initial franchise fee. If you're looking for a plumbing job or a technician position, this isn't it — contact your local Benjamin Franklin Plumbing® office instead.
Do I need plumbing experience to own one?
No. You don't have to be a plumber to own a Benjamin Franklin Plumbing®. You run the business and hire and lead licensed technicians; the brand provides training and support. What you do need is the capital to invest.
How much do I need to invest?
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 have the capital to invest and you're ready to own a recession-resistant plumbing business backed by Authority Brands, your next step is simple.
See If I QualifyWe'll review your qualification form, schedule a Discovery Call, and walk you through available territories and what it takes 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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