Local Business in National Rankings
Franchise Times magazine recognized Mr. Rooter Plumbing, which has a franchise in Santa Barbara County, in its Top 200 list. Entrepreneur magazine also included the plumbing company in its ”Franchise 500” listing.
“To be included in this elite group of companies like McDonald’s and Subway is a humbling experience for us,” said Patrick Patel of Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Santa Barbara County franchise. “Inclusion in these rankings reflects the customer-centered and professional services we provide this community.”
Known as the world’s first, best and most comprehensive list of franchises, the “Franchise 500” listing is based on financial strength and stability, growth rate and size of the system. Mr. Rooter Plumbing ranks No. 308.
The plumbing company also sits at No. 94 in Entrepreneur’s “Top Home Based Franchises” as well as No.189 in the Franchise Times Top 200. This annual list ranks the top 200 franchises based on worldwide sales.
Available online at www.entrepreneur.com/franchise500, the “Franchise 500” list is published in the magazine’s January issue. The Top 200 list is online at www.franchisetimes.com.
Mr. Rooter Plumbing has five affiliate companies that also made the “Franchise 500” ranking: Aire Serv®, Mr. Appliance®, Mr. Electric®, Glass Doctor® and Rainbow International®.
