PuroClean Moves Up the Franchise 500 With Disciplined Expansion

PuroClean works in a business where response time is expected and reliability determines reputation. Property damage restoration is a time-sensitive, local business where credibility is earned through execution. Brands that hold their footing on the Franchise 500 tend to grow carefully, with support that extends well beyond the opening months of ownership.

PuroClean’s move to #91 on Entrepreneur‘s 2026 Franchise 500 continues a familiar pattern for the brand. This year, it edged forward again, adding another data point to a track record defined by consistency and a Franchise Owner-first mindset. For a system that has ranked on the list for a decade, that kind of steady progress matters.

PuroClean added 34 net new units over the past year and 128 over the last three years, representing nearly 34% growth. That performance places the brand in the top 20% of all Franchise 500 companies for size, growth, and brand strength. In property damage restoration, where operational demands are high, maintaining that pace year after year reflects a system that scales unit growth alongside infrastructure.

One of the more meaningful changes over the past year has been the introduction of the PuroLaunch Program, a six-month path designed to support new Franchise Owners during their earliest stage of ownership. Training has long been a strength for PuroClean, but PuroLaunch strengthens that foundation into the realities of running a business day to day. It focuses on helping Franchise Owners build confidence around operations, decision-making, and accountability as they work toward first-dollar profitability. Just as important, it creates early connection among new Franchise Owners who are learning the business together, reinforcing PuroClean’s culture of Active Collaboration.

Keeping growth steady as the network expands

The company also took a step toward strengthening network communication by introducing a Vice President of Engagement. As franchise systems grow, informal touchpoints are no longer enough to keep everyone aligned. By dedicating leadership to communication and collaboration, PuroClean is signaling that franchise relationships are not secondary to growth goals. That approach shows up in owner sentiment as well, with a strong majority saying they would recommend the brand to others.

Operational flexibility continues to be an advantage. PuroClean Franchise Owners can perform both residential and commercial restoration work under a single license, which opens the door to a wider range of projects and revenue opportunities. Long-standing relationships with three of the top five major insurance carriers and the brand’s connection to sister company Signal Restoration allows Franchise Owners to participate in large-loss work that would otherwise be difficult to access independently.

Technology is playing a growing role as PuroClean is introducing AI thoughtfully in an industry that doesn’t depend on it. AI-supported local marketing tools and claims review processes are helping Franchise Owners work more efficiently and stay competitive in their markets. The focus remains on using and applying technology to support the business where it creates real advantage.

At #91 for 2026, PuroClean’s ranking reflects a brand that is built to scale and respects the pace required to maintain it. For entrepreneurs evaluating long-term opportunities in essential services, the brand’s approach offers a clear signal of durability.

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