PODCAST: The Power of Home Service Franchises and Future Trends

In a recent episode of the Eye On Franchising podcast hosted by Lance Graulich, Doug Smith, SVP of Franchise Development at BELFOR Franchise Group, and D’Wayne Tanner, VP of Franchise Development joined to discuss the power of franchising. Together, they dive into how franchising has become a widely accepted path to business ownership, offering a structured, safer route for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Lance, Doug, and D’Wayne discuss the key advantages of franchising—particularly how new franchisees benefit from the lessons franchisors have already learned. They also reveal what it takes to succeed in the home services industry, highlighting the importance of excellent customer service and strong communication skills, especially in clients’ homes, which are their personal sanctuaries.

In an exciting “one-minute brand dash,” Doug and D’Wayne give rapid-fire insights into different brands under the BELFOR Franchise Group umbrella, providing a quick look at various opportunities. The episode also breaks down the stereotype that franchise ownership is only for older individuals, with an increasing number of young entrepreneurs in their twenties and thirties embracing the franchising world.