Source: FranopolisBenjamin Franklin Plumbing
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing is a plumbing franchise business serving customers who need reliable, professional plumbing services. Franchise owners oversee daily operations, recruit, train, and retain employees, manage their businesses, set strategic goals, and foster company culture. The franchise provides onboarding and training, business coaching, marketing tools, buying-power resources, and industry-specific business management technology and software. A plumbing background is not required for ownership, although some states may have licensing requirements.
The Business
SourcesThe current franchisor was formed on March 24, 2021 as a Delaware limited liability company.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 6 · Item 1 · View Source
Read More About The Business
The franchisor began offering B ENJAMIN F RANKLIN P LUMBING franchises on May 17, 2021.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 6 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchised business offers residential and light commercial plumbing services, including maintenance, repair, remodeling and replacement; water conditioning maintenance, repair and replacement; drain and septic tank digging, cleaning, re-piping and replacement; and drain cleaning services, (but excluding industrial and new construction services).
2026 FDD · PDF Page 1 · Item 1 · View Source
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We are a Delaware limited liability company organized on March 24, 2021.
We began offering B ENJAMIN F RANKLIN P LUMBING franchises on May 17, 2021.
Source NotesThe franchised business offers residential and light commercial plumbing services, including maintenance, repair, remodeling and replacement; water conditioning maintenance, repair and replacement; drain and septic tank digging, cleaning, re-piping and replacement; and drain cleaning services, (but excluding industrial and new construction services).
What It Costs
SourcesWhere Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Leasehold Improvements | $1,030 to $4,120 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 Leasehold Improvements (5) $1,030 $4,120 |
| Initial Vehicle Inventory | $2,575 to $8,240 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 Initial Vehicle Inventory (14) $2,575 $8,240 |
| TOTALS | $143,273 to $286,702 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 TOTALS $143,273 $286,702 |
| Vehicle Upfitting | $0 to $5,150 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 Vehicle Upfitting (10) $0 $5,150 |
| Personal Tools for Technicians | $1,030 to $3,090 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 Personal Tools for Technicians (21) $1,030 $3,090 |
| Office Signage | $1,030 to $5,150 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 Office Signage (12) $1,030 $5,150 |
| Professional Fees and Licensing | $4,635 to $20,600 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 Professional Fees and Licensing (17) $4,635 $20,600 |
| Rent/Lease of Real Estate | $3,090 to $9,270 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 Rent/Lease of Real Estate (4) $3,090 $9,270 |
| Telephone Services | $309 to $515 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 Telephone Services (20) $309 $515 |
| Additional Funds – (3 months) | $60,000 to $90,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 Additional Funds – (3 months) (23) $60,000 $90,000 |
| Grand Opening Marketing | $0 to $6,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 Grand Opening Marketing (3) $0 $6,000 |
| Office Furniture and Equipment | $1,545 to $4,120 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 Office Furniture and Equipment (7) $1,545 $4,120 |
| Full Time General Manager / Operations Manager | $0 to $25,750 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 Full Time General Manager / Operations Manager (22) $0 $25,750 |
| Vehicle Registration Fees | $2,266 to $4,532 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 Vehicle Registration Fees (18) $2,266 $4,532 |
| Computer, Technology Systems, and Software | $1,854 to $4,120 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 Computer, Technology Systems, and Software (6) $1,854 $4,120 |
| Travel Expenses for Initial Training | $2,575 to $5,150 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 Travel Expenses for Initial Training (13) $2,575 $5,150 |
| Franchise Fee | $43,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 Franchise Fee (2) $43,000 $43,000 |
| Signage for Vehicles | $0 to $8,240 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 Signage for Vehicles (11) $0 $8,240 |
| Decals for Consumer Units | $309 to $515 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 Decals for Consumer Units (19) $309 $515 |
| Start-up Supplies | $2,575 to $5,150 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 Start-up Supplies (16) $2,575 $5,150 |
| Insurance | $4,120 to $8,240 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 Insurance (15) $4,120 $8,240 |
| Vehicles | $8,240 to $15,450 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 Vehicles (9) $8,240 $15,450 |
| Machinery, Tools and Equipment | $3,090 to $10,300 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 Machinery, Tools and Equipment (8) $3,090 $10,300 |
Line items are shown as disclosed. Some costs overlap or apply to different formats; do not add them together without reviewing the source.
SourcesKey Franchise Fees
- Royalty
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6% of Gross Revenue or $1,500 per month (the “Minimum Royalty”), whichever is greater.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 · Item 6
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Step In Fee | Up to $500 per day, plus our costs and overhead | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 |
| Technology Fee | Currently, $100 per month. ... We reserve the right to increase the Technology Fee ... up to a monthly maximum fee of $500. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 |
| Local Marketing | Starting on the third month after the Original Opening Date, you are required to spend 6% of the calendar year’s cumulative Gross Revenue on Local Marketing. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Training Fees – Remedial and Optional Training | $1,500 per trainee | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 |
| Grand Opening Marketing | Up to $18,000; your obligation begins 30 days prior to opening your Franchised Business through 60 days after opening your Franchised Business (average of $6,000/month) (“Grand Opening Marketing”). | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Procurement of Insurance | Cost of insurance, plus reasonable fee of up to 25% of total insurance premium cost. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 |
| Opening Deadline Extension Fee | If we agree to an extension, we have the right to charge you an extension fee of up to $1,000 per month of extension. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Additional Opening Support Fee | A reasonable fee, up to $500 per day, plus the reasonable travel, meal, and lodging expenses of our opening support personnel | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 |
| Diversity Discount | We reduce the Franchise Fee by $5,000 for all minority owned and women-owned businesses. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Insufficient Funds Fee | $50 or the amount the bank charges us due to the insufficient funds, whichever is greater. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 |
| Management Fee | Up to $500 per day, plus our costs and overhead | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 |
| Franchise Fee | The base initial franchise fee (“Franchise Fee”) is $43,000 plus $0.43 for each person above 100,000 in the franchise territory (“Additional Population Fee”). | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Interest | 12% per annum or the maximum rate permitted by applicable law, whichever is less | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 |
| Liquidated Damages | The greater of: (i) two years of Royalty Fees ...; or (ii) $100,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 |
| Pre-Opening Training Fee for Extra Trainee | If you request and we agree to accept extra trainees, we may charge you a fee of $300 per day per extra trainee. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Change of Ownership Fee | Currently, (a) the greater of $500 or our external legal and administrative costs; plus (b) applicable training fee, currently $1,500 for each individual we require to attend training. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 |
| Operational Deficiency Fee | $500 per day during the on-site visit or inspection and for each day you remain in default at the conclusion of the visit, plus our actual costs and expenses of conducting a territory visit or inspection, including travel and lodging. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 24 |
| Transfer Fee | Generally, $10,000. However, if the proposed transferee was referred to you or us by a third-party ... then you must pay us an additional fee ... If we identify the prospective purchaser, then in addition to the Transfer Fee, we must receive the greater of: (a) $15,000; (b) 3% of the total purchase price; or (c) our actual costs to identify the prospective purchaser. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 |
| Late Fee | $100 for second occurrence of payment more than 30 days past due; $200 for third occurrence; $300 for each subsequent occurrence | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 |
| Royalty Fee | 6% of Gross Revenue or $1,500 per month (the “Minimum Royalty”), whichever is greater. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Annual Conference | Up to $1,000 per attendee, as determined by us for each conference. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
SourcesTraining & Support
SourcesThe Training Program is provided at no cost to you and up to one additional owner or Key Person, but you will have to pay for travel, accommodations, meals and salaries for yourself and any senior management level employees who attend.
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Read The Disclosed Requirements
The franchisor estimates that you will open your Franchised Business approximately three (3) to four (4) months after you sign your Franchise Agreement.
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We estimate that you will open your Franchised Business approximately three (3) to four (4) months after you sign your Franchise Agreement.
Source NotesThe Training Program is provided at no cost to you and up to one additional owner or Key Person, but you will have to pay for travel, accommodations, meals and salaries for yourself and any senior management level employees who attend.
Franchisor Financing
SourcesYou can prepay the balance at any time without penalty.
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Source NotesYou can prepay the balance at any time without penalty.
The Franchise Network
SourcesReported At Year-End 2025
| Year | Franchised At Year-End | Company-Owned At Year-End | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 325 | 10 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 75 · Item 20 |
| 2024 | 353 | 10 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 75 · Item 20 |
| 2025 | 399 | 10 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 75 · Item 20 |
These are reported outlet counts, not available territories or a measure of profitability. A dash means a count is not available in this record.
Review The Source Figures
2023 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2023 275 325 +50
Company-Owned 2023 10 10 0
2024 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2024 325 353 +28
Company-Owned 2024 10 10 0
2025 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2025 353 399 +46
SourcesCompany-Owned 2025 10 10 0
Inside The FDD
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01The Business And Its Ownership
The current franchisor was formed on March 24, 2021 as a Delaware limited liability company.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 6 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor began offering B ENJAMIN F RANKLIN P LUMBING franchises on May 17, 2021.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 6 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchised business offers residential and light commercial plumbing services, including maintenance, repair, remodeling and replacement; water conditioning maintenance, repair and replacement; drain and septic tank digging, cleaning, re-piping and replacement; and drain cleaning services, (but excluding industrial and new construction services).
2026 FDD · PDF Page 1 · Item 1 · View Source
Read Source Excerpts
We are a Delaware limited liability company organized on March 24, 2021.
We began offering B ENJAMIN F RANKLIN P LUMBING franchises on May 17, 2021.
Source NotesThe franchised business offers residential and light commercial plumbing services, including maintenance, repair, remodeling and replacement; water conditioning maintenance, repair and replacement; drain and septic tank digging, cleaning, re-piping and replacement; and drain cleaning services, (but excluding industrial and new construction services).
04Bankruptcy Disclosure
This FDD reports no bankruptcy matters that require disclosure under Item 4.
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Source NotesNo bankruptcy information is required to be disclosed in this Item.
10Financing Offered By The Franchisor
You can prepay the balance at any time without penalty.
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Source NotesYou can prepay the balance at any time without penalty.
11Support, Training And Advertising
The franchisor estimates that you will open your Franchised Business approximately three (3) to four (4) months after you sign your Franchise Agreement.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 42 · Item 11 · View Source
The Training Program is provided at no cost to you and up to one additional owner or Key Person, but you will have to pay for travel, accommodations, meals and salaries for yourself and any senior management level employees who attend.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 43 · Item 11 · View Source
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We estimate that you will open your Franchised Business approximately three (3) to four (4) months after you sign your Franchise Agreement.
Source NotesThe Training Program is provided at no cost to you and up to one additional owner or Key Person, but you will have to pay for travel, accommodations, meals and salaries for yourself and any senior management level employees who attend.
17Renewal, Transfer And Ending The Agreement
You can renew the Franchise Agreement for one additional term of 10 years if you meet certain conditions.
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Source NotesYou can renew the Franchise Agreement for one additional term of 10 years if you meet certain conditions.
18Public Figures
The franchisor says it does not use public figures to promote this franchise.
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Source NotesWe do not use any public figures to promote the sale of our franchise.
20Franchise Locations
At the end of 2025, the FDD reports 399 franchised locations and 10 company-owned locations. These are reported locations, not a count of territories available to buy.
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21Franchisor Financial Statements
The franchisor’s financial reporting year ends on December 31.
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Source NotesOur fiscal year ends December 31.
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