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HomeTeam Inspection Service ranked No. 413 in Entrepreneur’s 2026 Franchise 500, recognized for outstanding performance in unit growth and financial strength.

HomeTeam Inspection Service capitalizes on new build trends with 1.5 million new homes.

In a fragmented home services space, there are many “Chuck in a truck” businesses that rely solely on the owner to both manage the day-to-day operations and plan for future growth.

When the Myers first encountered the West Boise home built in 1954, it was uninhabitable with severe safety issues, trash-filled rooms, a damaged kitchen, and impassable laundry room.

Pillar To Post Home Inspectors ranked in Entrepreneur Magazine's 2026 Franchise 500.

The achievement reflects Neighborly’s continued momentum and the strength of its diversified portfolio, spanning repair, maintenance, restoration and home improvement services.

HomeTeam Inspection Service grew to over 200 locations and witnessed a 10% increase in year-over-year revenue, with 82% of franchisees seeing either sales growth or stable sales.

January 09, 2026 // Franchising.com // GRAPEVINE, Texas – The garage is no longer just a place to park, it’s becoming one of the most valuable rooms in the modern American home.

Pillar To Post Home Inspectors (Pillar To Post) today announced the appointment of two seasoned franchising leaders to its corporate support team: Melanie Amore as Director of Consultant Success and Todd Cornic as Startup Director – Sales Support.

HomeTeam Inspection Service reported 10% revenue growth in 2022, with over 200 locations and 82% of franchise owners experiencing business stability or growth.

The global home services market is expected to grow by more than $1 trillion between 2025 and 2029, with demand for services like cleaning and lawn care remaining strong.

DRYmedic Restoration franchise has nearly 100 territories awarded in the $7 billion industry

Authority Brands named Steve Celmente as the new president and chief operating officer of its trades brands, including Benjamin Franklin Plumbing and Mister Sparky Electric.

Koala Insulation targets the Indianapolis market for expansion, offering six new territories for regional entrepreneurs.

Installation began on Monday, November 3, by OLP of Greater Albany as part of its Lighting For Good initiative, which partners with local organizations on lighting projects that foster connection, safety and community pr

In recent years, the real estate market has seen dramatic shifts, driven by fluctuating inventory, changes in buyer sentiment and changes in the overall economy, driving uncertainty among buyers.

House Doctors, a national handyman and home improvement service, provides a comprehensive overview of its franchise cost, fees, profit, and data in its 2025 FDD.

ProLift Garage Doors provides a range of services for residential and commercial garage doors, with a mission to enhance safety, security, and aesthetics.

Poolwerx appoints Steve Greenbaum as a global executive director, replacing John O’Brien in the role.

Happinest Brands added 24 new territories and supported the transition of three additional territories to new ownership in the third quarter.

GarageExperts expands through four new franchise agreements in north Georgia, central Florida, northeast Sacramento, and the north Dallas market.

Kitchen Guard grows to over 100 franchise territories, with new locations in Sacramento and Roseville, California.

Poolwerx has added two new franchise territories in Texas, awarded to the father and son team of Joshua and Eddie DeLeon.

HomeTeam Inspection Service offers a range of ancillary services to homeowners