As a doorway for many people looking to be their own boss, we know that franchise ownership changes lives. In our annual FRAN-TASTIC BRANDS 2025, we recognize brands going above and beyond the norm and helping people fulfill their dreams of business ownership through franchising! We had a plethora of nominations and we’re delighted to announce the winners below!
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Alesia Visconti, CEO and President of FranServe Inc. says:
“Franchising helps people change their lives, and we see that every day! So many people don’t know that franchising is made up of small business owners — the business model truly celebrates entrepreneurs and business growth. Brands that make the 2025 “FranServe Fran-tastic Brands” list value people taking control of their future through business ownership. We are recognizing these fran-tastic brands for going the extra mile in supporting their franchisees and for adhering to responsible franchising!”
Please note brands are listed in alphabetical order. Brands were nominated and selected based on the following criteria:
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Senior Services
A Place At Home is a growing senior care franchise celebrating a record year of growth in 2024 with 20 new locations. Its unique Senior-Focused Care Model sets the brand apart by offering continuum of care services – encompassing the entire aging journey. This approach provides unparalleled support for clients and multiple revenue streams for owners. With franchisee support as a top priority, the brand recently expanded its business coaching team to offer more one-on-one guidance to owners.
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A&P Painting and Flooring began as a small business with a bold mission: To Redefine the Contracting Experience. Built on a foundation of honesty and dedication, they have grown by consistently providing exceptional service and earning the trust of homeowners. Their focus is on transforming negative experiences into positive outcomes through modern expertise and guaranteed satisfaction.
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AAMCO, the worldwide leader in transmission repair, is ramping up for a new era of unprecedented growth and innovation. AAMCO is one of the most forward-looking brands in the $67 billion auto repair industry. Widely known as the worldwide leader in transmission repair, AAMCO is leveraging technology, ongoing training and education, and overwhelming brand recognition to dominate the future of automotive repair.
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Since 1902, Abbott's Frozen Custard has been churning their frozen custard fresh in each of their stands throughout the day following their secret family recipe. Abbott's is a family business dedicated to their people, their communities and their custard. Each of their owners is supported by the most experienced team in the industry with an average of 37 years in the business.
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ABC Seamless specializes in seamless steel siding, gutters, and roofing using patented machines to custom make them at the customer's home. These products carry a lifetime warranty, are high quality, and offer significant profit margins due to the limited amount of waste. The majority of their franchisees have been in the network since inception and the franchisor has been a franchisee for 30 years!
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TWO AMAZING BRANDS FOR ONE FRANCHISE FEE!! Accelerated Waste Solutions was founded in 2008 in Tampa, FL and began providing technology driven 21st century junk removal and valet trash services. AWS has combined these two essential businesses, JunkShot and Doorstep Details under one franchise fee. The brands are complimentary to each other and provide diversification for franchisees.
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Ace Handyman Services (AHS) is a stand-alone subsidiary of Ace Hardware corporation. AHS dispatches reliable craftsmen to complete 1100+ household projects, including carpentry, electrical, flooring and more. Ace sought to extend its "Helpful Place" concept to homes, as consumers are switching from DIY to a “do it for me” mentality. Ace Handyman Services currently has 388 territories across 47 states and is continuing to grow at a rapid pace while remaining a nationally recognized franchise.
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ActionCOACH has a global community of professional coaches who continue to innovate and drive the business coaching industry forward. Under the leadership of Founder and CEO Brad Sugars, ActionCOACH provides unmatched training, support, technical expertise, and electronic tools for franchise partners. ActionCOACH is affordable and ROI is quick for franchise partners. Their coaches are able to charge premium rates because their proven systems and processes get their clients tangible results.
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Action Exteriors is your trusted partner in transforming and protecting your home with top-tier roofing, siding, gutters, and windows. Rooted in tradition and inspired by the classic aesthetics of vintage high school branding, they bring a sense of pride and excellence to every project. Their team is dedicated to delivering exceptional quality, unparalleled craftsmanship, and outstanding customer experience.
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An Advanced Maintenance franchise serves one of America's fastest-growing and most important industries: trucking. Since 1998, they have been providing expert maintenance and repair, including mandatory Department of Transportation (DOT) maintenance, on a wide variety of commercial fleet vehicles. Franchisees work within their superior operational system and share in the excellent reputation they have earned.
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As a growing and leading brand in the mold remediation franchise industry, AdvantaClean has a unique multi-revenue stream business model that sets them apart from others in the restoration industry and offers passionate entrepreneurs an opportunity to find lasting success. Additionally, with the support of a strong parent company, Home Franchise Concepts®, known as a leader in franchisee-franchisor relationships, franchisees can invest in their own future with proven business strategies.
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Aire Serv®, a Neighborly® company, is a top-ranked HVAC franchise. Franchise owners benefit from an executive model, corporate support, and a proven system in a recession-resilient industry with a primary focus on helping their franchisees meet and exceed their financial, professional and personal goals. As part of the Neighborly Group family of brands, their expertise lies in providing exactly the right tools, support and environment to turn franchisee goals and dreams into a reality.
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Allegra Marketing Print Mail is a one-stop resource for marketing, providing local businesses and organizations with marketing communications support such as printing, direct mail, signage, displays, graphic design, eCommerce sites, website design, email marketing and more. Their programs and support make it easy for franchise members to provide sophisticated services to their customers and meet a variety of needs.
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AlphaGraphics® Printshops Of The Future are the leading providers of print-related and digital publishing services for businesses worldwide. Their mission is to enable their customers to easily and effectively communicate in any publishing medium--anywhere in the world, any time. AlphaGraphics has a proven business system that helps franchisees enjoy the industry's highest average annual sales.
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Always Best Care is one of the few senior care franchises combining non-medical in-home care, senior living referral services and home health care to create 3 potential revenue streams serving the growing senior population. Their franchisees are dedicated to changing people’s lives by providing compassionate, professional care. They are building a business and making a difference, which offers personal satisfaction and a sense of accomplishment.
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Since inception, Amada Senior Care has been focused on people. Not just those who are cared for but also the people they work with. They created a franchise opportunity in order to serve more people across a greater area. They work with you as your business partner to ensure your success and provide top-level support.
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Founded in 2003, Amazing Athletes introduces children age 1-12 to the basic fundamentals of 10 different sports while helping them master 6 key areas of motor-development and physical literacy. AMAZING offers a combination of educational and FUN programs run by passionate franchise owners
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Women have desired longer, fuller eyelashes for decades and have been enhancing their appearance with mascara, strip lashes and other temporary means. This brand has made eyelash extension services affordable and accessible for everyone on a regular basis, no longer reserved only for a special event. The Amazing Lash Studio brand remains a category leader with a refined guest experience and the brand’s commitment to innovation and support.
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American Business Systems is a home-based medical billing business opportunity that includes all the software to provide billing and many other services to doctors. They also provide over 2,000 marketing pieces, a semi-custom website, live online training, and unlimited lifetime support. They are the only opportunity in the market that offers a 100% money back guarantee with Live Online Training.
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American Family BioClean is a FRAN-TASTIC brand due to their ability to treat their franchisees as partners and not just a number. They are a niche company specializing in the remediation of human/animal bio hazard events, and they bring the true meaning of "family" to their brand.
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America's Swimming Pool Company is the largest, most successful home based full-service franchised pool company that is cradle to grave; building to cleaning. ASP does it all and is the top ranked pool franchise in the United States of America, consistently. The training and support are world class with multiple award winning franchise owners coaching, guiding and training new starts.
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Amerispec Inspection services is a home inspection business that brings franchisees both pride and success because it is the leading home inspection company from coast to coast. AmeriSpec is ranked #1 for its top quality and reliability.
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Anago is an industry leader whose model allows franchisees to easily run their operation and leverage the strength of their international brand. Anago Franchisees get a completely turnkey business structure, including cutting-edge marketing technologies, cash flow, expert business-building support, and more. Designed for high-profit potential, Master Franchisees have complete control over their daily operations with the support of a national infrastructure and 30+ years of solid franchising success.
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Anytime Fitness operates within the health and wellness sector as the largest and fastest-growing fitness franchise globally. With over two decades of industry leadership, the franchise has developed a turnkey model that accelerates franchisees growth through consistency in training and operational excellence. By empowering owners to build a purposeful career that yields both financial and emotional returns, franchise owners change the lives of their members while building their legacy.
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Apex Leadership Co. builds tomorrow’s leaders today — while simultaneously raising more money for schools with a hassle-free approach for busy volunteers. Their powerful online platform maximizes your time and increases your reach for fundraising, all while their team of athletes does the heavy lifting and teaches PBIS-based leadership lessons. They combine fitness, fundraising and leadership into a powerful united event that builds your funds and students’ character education.
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The growth potential with Archadeck can be as vast as the great outdoors itself. Their business model is focused on much more than just decks! They are a construction based franchise providing customers with custom designed decks, patios, pergolas, outdoor kitchens, firescapes, waterscapes and more.
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ARCpoint Labs is a leader and a game changer in their industry. From the beginning, they have been a leader in drug and alcohol screening. Now, with their expansion and growth in the health and wellness space, they are well positioned to change the way patients and physicians receive their diagnostic testing.
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Assisted Living Locators, a members of Evive Brands, has an impactful mission, strong brand presence, and proven franchise model. It addresses a growing demand in the senior care industry, offering franchisees a fulfilling and financially rewarding opportunity. The brand's commitment to training, support, and community involvement makes it an attractive choice for entrepreneurs seeking to make a difference.
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Assisting Hands® Home Care is one of the leading in-home care franchises, emphasizing exceptional customer service and personalized care, providing their franchisees with a proven and scalable business model, and a leadership team that is second to none in the industry. Their franchisees have a unique opportunity to build a business with relatively little capital upfront, that is recession resistant.
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ATC Healthcare Services' extensive corporate support allows franchisees to focus on only sales and staffing, while the franchisor handles all the back office processes. The corporate office has partnered with the major vendor management system (VMS) and managed service programs (MSP) that the largest hospitals use nationwide. It is a one-stop shop for flexible healthcare staffing needs.
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Atomic Wings is a franchise run by franchisees. They are a very cost efficient and effective competitor in the fast growing wing business where you will be in business for yourself, but not by yourself. They have over 100 years of restaurant experience in the ownership team, as well as an Area Representative model where you will have a local Area Rep/Franchisee who will coach you in all aspects of the business.
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AtWork is a staffing franchise with more than 100 locations in 33 states dedicated to helping businesses build strong teams – placing 40,000+ job seekers annually. Their low startup costs, scalable model, and strong revenue stream create growth potential. Franchisees receive payroll funding, accounting, office setup, tech discounts, training, field support, and marketing tools. AtWork empowers owners to grow a business with purpose – changing lives and making an impact in their communities.
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Aussie Pet Mobile is a Home Franchise Concepts® brand that appeals to entrepreneurs interested in a recurring revenue model. As the No. 1 Pet Grooming franchise in the multi-billion-dollar pet industry, their 3-territory package allows franchisees to scale and grow a successful business quickly, supporting up to 9-12 mobile grooming vans. An added benefit of franchising with Aussie Pet Mobile is that their concept does not require a brick-and-mortar, reducing initial and overhead costs.
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