OWN A FRANCHISE THAT SAVES
THE DAY
You want to own your own business. We want to empower you to deliver against your dreams for your future and support your community during challenging times. Be part of a leading restoration franchise opportunity that values your success and profitability. Franchise opportunities at Restoration 1™ are essential services, and can provide the potential to grow your business rapidly with multiple revenue streams. We believe small business is at the heart of the American dream. Your dream starts here.
WHY OWN A FRANCHISE WITH RESTORATION 1™
At Restoration 1, we are proud to stand as the nation’s largest independent restoration company — a network of over 298 territories across 41 states, united by a mission to serve neighbors in their times of greatest need.
Our franchisees are local owners committed to helping customers navigate the chaos of water, fire, or mold damage, whether working alongside them through an insurance claim or providing direct, self-pay solutions. We believe in restoring not just homes and businesses, but peace of mind.
Guided by our independent spirit, Restoration 1 is more than a brand — it’s a pathway to achieving the American dream of small business ownership. Under the leadership of CEO Jessica Wescott, we continue to grow rapidly, welcoming passionate entrepreneurs who share our mission, values, and commitment to exceptional service.
If you’re ready to join a strong, values-driven network dedicated to making a difference, Restoration 1 is ready to welcome you.
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Information in this section is from Item 20 of our FDD as of 05/01/2025. Please review our FDD for more information.
TOP REASONS TO OPEN A RESTORATION 1 FRANCHISE
For more than a decade, Restoration 1 has been creating franchise opportunities and helping entrepreneurs live the dream of owning their own business. When you own a Restoration 1 franchise, you join a network of independent service professionals who are making a difference in communities across the country. There’s never been a better time to open your restoration franchise business. Here are the top reasons why you should become a Restoration 1 franchise owner:
AWARD-WINNING FRANCHISE BRAND
Restoration 1 has been named to Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500 list of the best franchise systems to invest in, as well as FranServe’s FRAN-TASTIC 500 for going above the norm to help people change their lives through franchise ownership.
BUILD YOUR BUSINESS WITH CONFIDENCE
Restoration 1 is a top franchise opportunity for entrepreneurs to create and scale their business with support from a team of experts in the restoration industry.
MAJOR MARKETS AVAILABLE
Unlike other brands in the restoration industry, Restoration 1 has availability in major markets.
LOCAL-FOCUSED MARKETING STRATEGY
You’re the hero in our story, and we will set you up for success through our franchise model. Restoration 1 will help you connect with your local market through training and materials that speak to each customer's needs; and has built a strong digital foundation to help you be found and convert interest into sales.
ESSENTIAL
SERVICE
Unfortunately, mold, fire or water damage will likely become the reality of homeowners in your area as homes and infrastructure continue to age, and more natural disasters impact communities. The restoration industry is only projected to grow, and Restoration 1 positions you to provide homeowners exactly the support they need when they need it.
LOW
OVERHEAD
Restoration 1 requires minimal investment, such as a monthly rental of a storage facility and monthly renovations. You do have the option to open a retail space, but it is not required to start and run your business.
HEAR FROM OUR FRANCHISE OWNERS
Overall, the organization really helps you gain traction very fast. … The margins are definitely there. What really has me excited about Restoration 1 is the potential to expand, the potential to grow. And it’s not just the opportunity within Restoration 1 to buy additional franchises. When Gary talks about the next five to seven years, we’ll be the number one restoration entity in the country, I believe him. That's exciting!
— Craig Nielsen,
Peachtree City, Ga.
We both went into this business knowing that whatever company we run as company owners, we want it to be a very family-run, family-owned type of business. It was really nice to see that in a corporate setting as well. We’re not just joining a company that is corporate, we can get to the people – they are all family-oriented.
— Joe Turner,
Northwest Chicago, Ill.
It’s a great business. We have great margins. … The corporate team is fantastic people. I’ve heard that experience across franchises. The support team there is truly solid. If you follow the system that they have –they’ve done so much footwork – we’ve got a lot of great data about what works and if you can put the time in, somebody who has got the drive, you can build a great business.
— Brad Jeffries,
Jackson, Miss.
Please review Item 20 of our FDD for a full list of franchisees as of 12/31/22 who were active in our system, or who had recently left our system, including their contact information. You should conduct your own investigation on the franchisee experience.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO
OPEN A RESTORATION 1 FRANCHISE?
With Restoration 1, you can invest strategically as you launch your restoration business and how you want to grow. Startup costs are based on variables that our team of expert franchise consultants will be happy to discuss with you.
Once you become a restoration franchise owner, we provide you with a business model that has helped other first-time entrepreneurs without industry experience achieve profitable results. You will have access to training to help you grow your local business.
BECOME A RESTORATION 1
FRANCHISE OWNER
How do you partner with one of the leading home restoration franchise businesses in the United States? We make the process easy. Start your journey today as a water, fire and mold damage franchise owner in just four easy steps:
APPLY FOR OWNERSHIP
Fill out our contact form to learn more about opening your own restoration franchise. We will email you with a FREE Restoration 1 report containing detailed information about our brand and franchisee requirements.
SCHEDULE A FREE CONSULTATION
Meet with one of our franchising sales consultants. We’ll walk you through the franchise ownership process, share our franchise model, and answer any questions you have when it comes to buying a franchise.
BUILD YOUR
BUSINESS PLAN
Restoration 1 provides franchisees with guidance and support as you craft your business plan, including providing ICRC training and onboarding materials.
ATTEND A
TRAINING
Once we’ve determined you’re financially qualified and a good fit to buy a Restoration 1 franchise business, we will enroll you in our training program to help you learn the basics of the business. At this time we will arm you with the resources you need to open and run your restoration franchise.
LAUNCH YOUR BUSINESS
Our restoration franchise opportunities provide the support for your business. Our franchise sales consultants remain committed to helping you effectively manage and market your business in your local community. Our Restoration 1 family is with you every step of the way.
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