Own a 24/7 plumbing franchise built to run like a business.
Lead a team that answers emergency plumbing, drain and excavation calls 24/7 for homes and businesses. Whether you come from the trades or from business, our system is built to help you run it like an owner.
- 24/7 live dispatch
- Commercial & residential
- No plumbing experience required
The call nobody can postpone
Nobody shops around for a burst pipe. Owners win on response time, and the best ones turn a one-time emergency into a repeat commercial account. One dispatch often covers several billable services, from the repair to the drain line to the excavation behind it.
Whatever your background, you run the business: a 24/7 live dispatch team, uniformed technicians in pink trucks, and a sales team calling on the property managers and facility directors in your market, with Centralized Sales Support setting appointments for you. See how 1-Tom-Plumber serves customers at 1tomplumber.com.
- 24/7Emergency availabilityLive dispatch, 365 days a year
- 55+Franchises operatingAs of Dec 31, 2025
- 2020Franchising sinceFounded 2018
- 3Service lines per dispatchPlumbing, drain, excavation
Figures as of December 31, 2025. Financial performance information is provided only in Item 19 of the 1-Tom-Plumber Franchise Disclosure Document.
What you'd own
24/7 emergency service calls
Burst pipes, leaks and failures, answered 24/7 by your trained techs.
Drain and sewer work on the same visit
Clogs, backups, camera inspections and line repair, often on the same visit.
Larger excavation and line repair jobs
Bigger jobs that come out of the emergency call.
Recurring commercial accounts
Property managers and businesses who want one number to call, every time.
Win the emergency, keep the account.
Investment snapshot
What it costs to open a 1-Tom-Plumber plumbing franchise.
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Minimum Liquid Capital $150,000 cash or liquid assets
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Minimum Net Worth $500,000 includes liquid capital
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Initial Franchise Fee $49,000 one-time, due at signing
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Veteran and First Responder $10,000 off the initial franchise fee for eligible veterans and first responders
The initial franchise fee and available discounts are set out in Item 5, and the estimated initial investment in Item 7, of the 2026 1-Tom-Plumber Franchise Disclosure Document. Minimum liquid capital and net worth are 1-Tom-Plumber’s qualification guidelines.
What owners get
Marketing and lead generation
An in-house digital team that drives the calls, so you focus on answering them.
Training and coaching
About two weeks of classroom and in-the-field training for up to five of your people, before your first emergency call.
Operational technology
24/7 live dispatch and proven systems for the calls that come in at 2 a.m.
Purchasing power
National vendor pricing and rebates on equipment, materials and fleet.
National brand credibility
Centralized Sales Support books appointments with property managers and facility directors in your market, and national accounts add multi-location work.
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The platform behind the brand
Seven commercial service brands. 325+ franchise owners. $600M+ in combined annual platform revenue. Cross-brand lead sharing and shared systems. Backed by The Riverside Company.
See what's open in your market
Each 1-Tom-Plumber territory is an exclusive operating area defined by zip codes or drive time (FDD Item 12). Ask what’s open in your market.
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Franchise ownership guide
For prospective owners
Not ready to talk? Read first.
The guide covers whether owning a plumbing franchise fits you, what it costs, how to staff a 24/7 dispatch operation, and how to turn emergency calls into commercial accounts, with 1-Tom-Plumber as the example at every step.
The guide arrives by email right away — nobody calls unless you ask.
Franchising FAQ
Who are 1-Tom-Plumber’s customers?
Homeowners and businesses that need a plumber now. Emergency calls come 24/7 from both, and owners grow by turning those calls into repeat commercial accounts: property managers, facility directors and restaurant groups who want one number to call every time.
How involved will I be in running a 1-Tom-Plumber franchise?
You decide the model. Some owners work in the field, but most manage a team of techs and a dispatcher and spend their time on commercial customers and growing accounts. Either way, you are the operator. This is not passive income.
Do I need plumbing experience to own a plumbing franchise?
No. Owners come from business, corporate leadership, the military and the trades. If you’ve worked as a plumber, you bring a head start; if you haven’t, you hire licensed technicians to do the work. Either way, training covers dispatch, operations and sales so you can run the business like an owner.
Should I buy a plumbing franchise or a plumbing business for sale?
An existing shop comes with its customers and its habits. A 1-Tom-Plumber franchise starts with a recognized brand, 24/7 live dispatch, Centralized Sales Support setting appointments, national accounts and proven systems from day one. If you already own a plumbing business, ask your franchise developer about conversion options.
How much does a 1-Tom-Plumber franchise cost?
The estimated initial investment for a 1-Tom-Plumber franchise is $238,307 to $454,248, including the $49,000 initial franchise fee, as set out in Items 5 and 7 of the 2026 1-Tom-Plumber Franchise Disclosure Document. Your actual cost depends on your territory, equipment and working capital. Your franchise developer will walk you through it.
Does 1-Tom-Plumber offer a veteran franchise discount?
Yes. Eligible veterans and first responders receive $10,000 off the $49,000 initial franchise fee, as set out in Item 5 of the 2026 1-Tom-Plumber Franchise Disclosure Document. Learn more through EverSmith Brands’ EverSERVE Program, and ask your franchise developer how to confirm your eligibility.
What does 1-Tom-Plumber training look like?
About two weeks of initial training, with classroom and on-the-job hours, covering operations, dispatch and sales for you and your first hires. After that, you get ongoing coaching from a dedicated business coach as you ramp.
What marketing support do 1-Tom-Plumber owners get?
A local website, national campaigns, 24/7 call routing and a marketing playbook, plus cross-brand referrals from the EverSmith network.
Does 1-Tom-Plumber work with commercial clients?
Yes. Commercial accounts are where owners build steady, repeat revenue. Centralized Sales Support calls on property managers, facility directors and restaurant groups in your market to set appointments, and national accounts add multi-location work. Both are supplemental: your own sales team builds the foundation.
How do 1-Tom-Plumber territories work?
Your territory is defined in your franchise agreement by zip codes or drive time. Your territory is exclusive: we will not place another 1-Tom-Plumber franchise in it, subject to the rights we reserve in the franchise agreement. Territory rights and any performance requirements are set out in Item 12 of the 1-Tom-Plumber Franchise Disclosure Document. Your franchise developer will show you what’s open in your market.