Bluefrog Plumbing + Drain Franchise
Audited FinancialsRisk Score
Pending analysis
Investment Range
$15,346 - $345,648
Franchise Fee
$11,250
Total US Locations
35
Business Summary
BLUEFROG PLUMBING + DRAIN® franchises offer businesses that provide a comprehensive range of plumbing services, drain cleaning, water and gas leak detection and repair, water heater services, and water softener and filtration system services, along with related products. These businesses operate under the "BLUEFROG PLUMBING + DRAIN®" brand name and follow a distinct proprietary system.
Corporate History
BLUEFROG PLUMBING AND DRAIN, LLC began offering franchises for plumbing and drain services in January 2014. The company itself does not engage in any other business activities and has never operated the type of business it franchises. It is a wholly owned subsidiary of Stellar Brands, LLC, which is further owned by Stellar Brands Holdings, LLC, RH1 Investments, LLC, MPK RH1, LLC, and MPK Equity Partners, LLC. BlueFrog Plumbing and Drain, LLC also has several affiliates, including Restoration 1 Franchise Holding, LLC, Softroc Global LLC, TDC Franchising, LLC, PatchMaster Franchise LLC, and Zoom Drain Franchise LLC, all of which offer franchises in different service industries.
Financial Overview
Investment Range
$15,346 - $345,648
Franchise Fee (Low)
$11,250
Franchise Fee (High)
$67,400
Royalty %
6%
Marketing %
2%
Equipment Costs (Low)
$5
Equipment Costs (High)
$72,255
Working Capital
$38,500
Audited Financials
Yes
Offers Financing
No
Audit Opinion
Unqualified opinion
Financial Health Notes
BlueFrog Plumbing and Drain, LLC's financial statements for 2024 and 2023 show positive working capital. While the company reported a net loss of $79,384 in 2024, it had a net income of $21,473 in 2023. A notable aspect of BlueFrog Plumbing and Drain, LLC's financial health is its reliance on support from a commonly owned affiliate, Restoration 1 Franchising Holding, LLC. Restoration has confirmed its continued commitment to support BlueFrog Plumbing and Drain, LLC's operations for liquidity needs, indicating external financial backing for its ongoing stability.
Financing Details
BlueFrog Plumbing and Drain, LLC does not offer any direct or indirect financing to its franchisees, nor does it guarantee any notes, leases, or other obligations.
Performance Metrics
Total US Locations
35
Franchised Units
35
Corporate Units
0
Avg Square Footage
850
Franchising Since
2014
Legal & Compliance Analysis
Recent Litigation
No
Bankruptcy
No
Litigation Count
1
Litigation Summary
BlueFrog Plumbing and Drain, LLC's affiliate, Restoration 1 Franchise Holding LLC, was involved in one legal action in 2014. The Commonwealth of Virginia, ex rel. State Corporation Commission, alleged that Restoration 1 Franchise Holding LLC offered and sold a franchise after its Virginia registration had expired. The affiliate settled the matter, neither admitting nor denying the allegations. As part of the settlement, it paid $1,000 to cover investigation costs, agreed to attend franchise sales compliance training, and committed to future compliance with the Virginia Retail Franchise Act. BlueFrog Plumbing and Drain, LLC reports no other litigation requiring disclosure.
Bankruptcy History
BlueFrog Plumbing and Drain, LLC has no bankruptcy information to disclose.
Agreement Terms
Initial Term
10 years
Renewal Term
10 years
Renewal Conditions
To renew their franchise agreement, BlueFrog Plumbing and Drain, LLC franchisees must meet several conditions. They need to have substantially complied with their current Franchise Agreement and all other agreements with the franchisor and its affiliates throughout the term. Franchisees must update their Franchised Business Office, service vehicles, and equipment to meet the franchisor's then-current System Standards for new franchisees. All monetary obligations to the franchisor and its affiliates must be satisfied, and the franchisee must not be in default of any agreement. The franchisee must notify the franchisor of their intent to renew between 9 and 12 months before the current term ends. They will also be required to sign the franchisor's then-current franchise agreement and associated documents, which may include different terms such as higher Royalty Fees, Brand Fund Contributions, or a modified Market Territory. Franchisees must reimburse the franchisor for renewal processing costs, attend additional training if requested, and meet the current qualifications for new franchisees. Finally, they must sign a general release of claims against the franchisor, subject to state law. The franchisor must also be offering franchises in the franchisee's Market Territory's geographic area at the time of renewal.
Training & Support Program
Franchisor Assistance
Before opening, BlueFrog Plumbing and Drain, LLC provides franchisees with System Standards for their business office, service vehicles, tools, and equipment. It also offers an initial Training Program for the franchisee and up to three additional key personnel, and grants access to a Confidential Operations Manual. The franchisor assists with site selection by approving proposed business office locations. After opening, BlueFrog Plumbing and Drain, LLC indemnifies franchisees against trademark challenges, provides ongoing access to and updates for the Confidential Operations Manual, administers the Brand Fund for marketing, and sets prices for services provided to National Account Clients. The franchisor may also provide ongoing advice through manual updates, bulletins, newsletters, calls, or consultations, and may require attendance at additional training, trade shows, webinars, and periodic meetings.
Initial Training Hours
44
Training Location
Dallas, Texas, or virtually
Ongoing Support
After opening, BlueFrog Plumbing and Drain, LLC offers its franchisees several forms of ongoing support. This includes indemnifying franchisees if their right to use the brand's trademarks is challenged and providing continuous access to and updates for the Confidential Operations Manual. The franchisor also manages the Brand Fund to support advertising and marketing efforts and establishes prices for services provided to National Account Clients. Additionally, BlueFrog Plumbing and Drain, LLC may offer periodic advice and guidance through various formats, such as updates to the Confidential Operations Manual, written communications, telephone or electronic meetings, and consultations. Franchisees and their key personnel may also be required to attend ongoing training courses, trade shows, webinars, and periodic meetings of franchise owners or managers to ensure compliance with brand standards and continuous improvement.
Franchise Requirements
Industry Experience Required
No
Management Experience Required
No
Sales Experience Required
No
Technical Skills Required
No
Operational Details
Location Type
Hybrid
Owner Participation
Hands-On
Territory Type
Non-Exclusive
Territory Size Requirements
BLUEFROG PLUMBING + DRAIN® offers standard Market Territories defined by population, ranging from 400,000 to 500,000 people. For existing franchisees, there is an option to acquire an additional micro Market Territory, which would be contiguous with their existing area and range from 75,000 to 300,000 in population. These territories can be defined by ZIP codes, political boundaries, geographic landmarks, or roads, using data from the franchisor's GbBIS mapping program.
Staffing Notes
BlueFrog Plumbing and Drain, LLC franchisees are solely responsible for hiring, training, and managing all employees, contractors, and personnel for their business, including compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws. The franchisor may require franchisees to disclose their training curriculum and materials for personnel, and may set System Standards for staff training, including mandating third-party certification or technical programs. Franchisees must also obtain the franchisor's prior written approval for any subcontractors used to provide services for their business, and remain fully liable for all obligations related to their operations, including those performed by subcontractors. While the franchisor ensures adequate training to protect its System, the ultimate responsibility for appropriately trained personnel rests with the franchisee.