About PlumbingPro Franchise
PlumbingPro is a residential and commercial plumbing services franchise operated by SystemForward America, LLC.
Franchisees provide a full range of plumbing services including sewer and drain cleaning, gas testing, water damage restoration, water heater repair and replacement, garbage disposals, leak repairs, re-piping, slab leaks, hydro jetting, mobile home hookups, fixture repair and replacement, video camera inspections, and remodeling work.
The target customers are homeowners and businesses with plumbing needs, and the franchised business must be open to receive customer requests 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
PlumbingPro Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$379K
Average Investment
$387K
Maximum Investment
$396K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $147,500 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 6% of Gross Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 1% of Total Gross Sales | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $378,750 – $395,650 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $379K–$396K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (6% of Gross Sales) and marketing fee (1% of Total Gross Sales) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $147,500 | $147,500 |
| Printed Materials | $2,500 | $6,000 |
| Plumbing Fully Loaded Vehicle and Business Equipment/Tools | $80,000 | $80,000 |
| Equipment - Office/Warehouse Space, Computer System, Communication | $15,000 | $15,000 |
| Core Digital Marketing Services | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| License Fees | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Initial Employee Recruitment | $7,500 | $7,500 |
| ProNetwork Shared Services (PSS) | $550 | $550 |
| Growth Advertising and Growth Advertising Management Fees | $5,300 | $10,900 |
| Marketing Onboarding Fees | $3,000 | $3,000 |
| Insurance | $15,000 | $15,000 |
| Miscellaneous Opening Costs | $800 | $1,200 |
| Additional Funds - initial period | $97,000 | $100,000 |
| Vehicle Identification | $2,400 | $4,800 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $11,500 |
| Audit Fee | $5,000-$9,000 |
| Online, Digital, Telephone Directory, and Social Media Advertising | $2,500 |
| Audit Interest | 18% Per Annum or the Highest Rate Allowed by Law, whichever is Less |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Minimum 5 days |
| Classroom Training | 18 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 80 hours |
| Training Location | Lafayette, Louisiana (or at franchisee's business location at franchisor's option) |
| Additional Training | No additional training or refresher courses required. Technical and/or sales training may be provided during operations. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Territory Size | Minimum population of 500,000 defined by ZIP code areas |
| Description | Exclusive geographic area (Franchise Area) defined by ZIP code areas using U.S. Census numbers. Minimum territory population of 500,000. Exclusivity is not dependent on sales volume, market penetration, or other contingency. Franchisor will not allow another franchisee to physically locate vehicles and employees in your area. Franchisee cannot solicit outside territory via internet, catalog sales, telemarketing, or direct marketing. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Conditions | Must be in good standing, must sign then-current form of Franchise Agreement which may contain materially different terms |
| Transfer Fee | $11,500 |
| Transfer Conditions | Must receive franchisor written consent; new franchisee must qualify and execute new Franchise Agreement; prior franchise owner must pay all sums due and execute release |
| Termination for Cause | Default under Franchise Agreement, bankruptcy, abandonment, and other grounds. You have 30 days to cure non-payment of fees, non-compliance with any provision of Franchise Agreement or manual, or satisfy final judgment. Non-curable defaults include transfer without consent, bankruptcy, failure to commence or abandonment of operations, material misrepresentations, and conviction of crime. |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | No competing business for 2 years within franchise area after termination or expiration, no use of trade secrets and proprietary information. Subject to State law. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | Individual proprietors must directly supervise the Franchised Business on a full-time basis. Corporations or business entities must designate a manager to directly supervise on a full-time basis. The designated manager must sign confidentiality and non-compete agreements and complete required training. |
| Required Suppliers | Must purchase invoices from Franchisor-approved provider, plumbing training from approved plumbing school, plumbing tools/equipment/supplies from approved suppliers, business management software from Service Titan, digital marketing from designated vendor (currently Blackhawk Digital Marketing) |
| Supply Restrictions | Must purchase equipment, advertising materials, supplies, and other materials per specifications in the Confidential Franchise Operations System Manual from approved suppliers |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | $7,526 (0.11% of total revenue of $7,152,215 based on 2022 audited financials) |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease or obligation. |
PlumbingPro Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Revenue Range
$3.7M – $6.8M
Sample Size
1 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
PlumbingPro Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordPlumbingPro has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
PlumbingPro System Growth
Total Units
0
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
0
PlumbingPro currently operates 0 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, ND, NY, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$7.2M
PlumbingPro Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a PlumbingPro franchise ranges from $378,750 to $395,650, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $147,500. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
PlumbingPro charges a royalty fee of 6% of Gross Sales of gross sales, plus a 1% of Total Gross Sales contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the PlumbingPro Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from PlumbingPro to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, PlumbingPro franchise owners report . This is based on a sample of 1 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
PlumbingPro has been franchising since 2018. The FDD shows an investment range of $378,750-$395,650, a 6% of Gross Sales royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $147,500 and the total investment ranges from $378,750 to $395,650 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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