1-800 WATER DAMAGE Named a Top Franchise for Veterans
It is with great pride that 1-800 WATER DAMAGE has been recognized on Entrepreneur’s 2021 Top Franchises for Veterans list. Passionate about building a national team of hardworking individuals who have an unwavering desire to help others, it is truly an honor to consistently welcome veteran members to our fast-growing franchise network. As one of the leading ...
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Q&A with Douglas Smith, Senior VP of Franchise Development for BELFOR Franchise Group
In this exclusive Q&A, we get to learn about the BELFOR Franchise Group from Douglas Smith, the company’s Senior Vice President of Franchise Development. Franchise Chatter (FC): What is BELFOR Franchise Group and what makes it unique compared to other franchises? Douglas Smith (DS): What sets us apart from other companies is that we consider ...
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BELFOR Franchise Group Announces Acquisition of redbox+
Leading Waste Management Franchise becomes 11th brand to join the world’s largest residential and commercial services franchise group ANN ARBOR, Mich. (July 13, 2021) – BELFOR Franchise Group (BFG), the world’s largest residential and commercial services franchise group, today announced its acquisition of redbox+, a leading waste management solutions company that offers the industry’s only ...
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2020 Survey Reveals COVID-19 Pandemic Has Not Improved America’s Emergency Preparedness
Report reveals concerns about household readiness ahead of National Preparedness Month in September BIRMINGHAM, Mich. (August 20, 2020) – A national survey released today found that despite the challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic and the U.S. experiencing 14 separate billion-dollar natural disasters in 2019, 75% of Americans do not feel that they are well ...
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FEATURED IN FRANCHISING USA MAGAZINE: “BELFOR Franchise Group Acquires ‘The Patch Boys®'”
BELFOR Franchise Group, one of the most trusted names in service, cleaning, maintenance, and restoration franchises, has proudly acquired The Patch Boys®. Specializing in drywall repair and installation, ceiling and plaster repair, and more, The Patch Boys® has established a strong reputation across 20 U.S. states and counting since it began franchising in 2006. As ...
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Guiding Your Service-Based Franchise Through the “New Normal”
Throughout the pandemic, franchises and entrepreneurs of all sizes and across nearly every industry have faced the challenge of readjusting operations and adapting offerings to keep up with changing customer needs and shifting economic tides. Since March, BELFOR Franchise Group (BFG) – the world’s largest residential and commercial services franchise group, which includes 1-800 WATER ...
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Flexibility, Resources and Networking: Tips from Females in Service Based Franchises
Over the years, the franchising industry has seen an increase in women interested in pursuing new opportunities. At BELFOR Franchise Group (BFG), we’re able to provide the flexibility, support and network for those interested in starting their own business. With BFG’s family of brands – which include 1-800 WATER DAMAGE, Chem-Dry, Delta, DUCTZ, HOODZ, N-Hance, ...
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Featured in Franchising USA Magazine: “Human Connection: The Underlying Key to Franchise Growth”
While incorporating artificial intelligence into a workplace can improve productivity for repetitive tasks, humans will always outperform machines in jobs that require relationship-building and creativity! Service-based franchises require technical expertise, problem solving and above all, the ability to build relationships with colleagues and customers. As one of the largest and most respected franchisors in the nation, BELFOR Franchise ...
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Eight Service-Based Franchise Brands, One Family – BELFOR Franchise Group
At BELFOR Franchise Group (BFG), we consider our network of brands to be a family. Like any family, we uphold our household by working together to communicate needs, overcome challenges and meet our goals. As the demand for service-based franchises grows, our BFG family continues to expand by hiring new members who align with our ...
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When Life Gives You Lemons, Turn to Service-Based Franchises
Each morning, individuals, communities and businesses wake up with a set agenda for the day. However, life’s curveballs often interrupt – completely altering intended plans and interfering with normal routines. When “the unpredictable” happens, property-based service-based franchises are one phone call away to help face challenges related to property damage, maintenance issues or technical repairs. ...
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