Brand History | BELFOR Franchise Group

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From our humble beginnings to our steady growth into the world's largest residential and commercial services franchise group based on geographic footprint, see how BELFOR Franchise Group got started.

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We’re committed to turning entrepreneurial dreams into reality. Through our diverse portfolio of residential and commercial service brands, we offer in-depth training, ongoing business support, and access to a powerful network of successful franchise owners. Our mission goes beyond helping entrepreneurs launch their businesses—we're here to support their growth every step of the way.

DUCTZ launches in Ann Arbor, Michigan, as a residential indoor air quality business.

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2002

The History of BELFOR Franchise Group

2007

BELFOR Property Restoration acquires DUCTZ and BELFOR Franchise Group is formed.

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HOODZ is formed and quickly becomes a leading kitchen and exhaust cleaning franchise.

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2009

2016

1-800 WATER DAMAGE, a property restoration business, is acquired.

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Harris Research, Inc. is acquired, which includes the Chem-Dry and N-Hance brands. Z PLUMBERZ is formed, a plumbing business model built on multiple revenue streams. Blue Kangaroo Packoutz is formed, a franchise that restores items damaged in disaster events. WINMAR is also acquired, a restoration company based in Canada.

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2019

2020

The Patch Boys, a successful drywall repair franchise, is also acquired.

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redbox+ Dumpsters is acquired, a dumpster rental franchise with a patented solution.

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2021

2022

COOL-BINZ is acquired, a first-to-market climate-controlled storage bin franchise. 1-800-BOARDUP is also acquired, a national disaster recovery organization.

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JUNKCO+ is acquired and formed into a franchise offering junk removal and demolition services. Helpful Heroes is acquired, providing a tool to hire an off-duty firefighter or EMT for home project needs.

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2024

2025

Clear Pest Pros is formed, offering reliable pest control solutions tailored to customers’ needs.

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