Ace Handyman Services franchising offers individuals from all walks and stages of life the opportunity to run a first-rate, essential business while serving local communities. These home improvement and maintenance experts have applied quality craftsmanship and superior service for over two decades and continue to expand even amid a pandemic. By Rose Mango
Daily Jam started 2021 strong, expanding its brunch menu with several new additions, including chicken and waffles specials that have been generating quite a buzz for the fast-casual breakfast chain. By Jessica Jones
When Michael Kontras chose to franchise Bailey Seafood in 2019, his goal was to extend the reach of the family-owned-and-operated business, offering his “choose your own fish and watch it being cooked” model to areas well beyond his Buffalo, New York, headquarters. By Jessica Jones
Emmie Knox had a career as a licensed master social worker with a broad range of experience in skilled nursing facilities, hospices and crisis intervention. While she enjoyed her work, she found the freedom and flexibility of owning a business appealing, so she and husband Louis LeSassier decided to explore franchise ownership. By Nancy E. Williams
With more than 170 locations, 1-800 WATER DAMAGE is quickly establishing itself as an expert in full-service water damage restoration services. Steve Olson, senior director of franchise development for 1-800 WATER DAMAGE, talks about what makes the brand unique in its industry – and how the company has been helping its franchise owners succeed. By Rochelle Miller
An upgraded bathroom, fresh landscaping or a new in-ground pool may top a homeowner’s wish list. Economic good fortune, however, is usually what dictates what items are “needs” and which are “wants,” so some home-improvement dreams do not always become reality. By Rochelle Miller
For anyone seeking the opportunity to offer both home-improvement and business customers a truly remarkable product, Boulder Designs may be a rock-solid match. By Rochelle Miller
Originally from Tibet, and after having lived six years as a refugee in India, Phuntsok “Phil” Dhargyal came to Virginia, where he attended high school and college. He worked a full-time job during school before being introduced to the property restoration industry through a friend, Tenzin Jigme. Jigme, who is also from Tibet, is now Dhargyal’s PuroClean business partner. By Cindy Charette
Tint World Automotive Styling Centers has received some of the country’s top honors, named to Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500 and as a 2021 Top Franchise by Franchise Business Review. By Cindy Charette
While the popularity of outdoor living has been exploding as a home-improvement category for years, the events of 2020 fueled a greater longing for prime backyard space. Stay-at-home lockdowns inspired homeowners to create outdoor havens allowing them to experience the well-being that only fresh air and sunshine could provide. By Lizzy Yeserski