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Neighborly Earns Franchise 500® Recognition for All 19 Brands in 2026

Seven brands rank No. 1 as Neighborly celebrates second consecutive year of recognition

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January 13, 2026

Neighborly®, a family of global brands dedicated to delivering remarkable experiences for both consumers and franchise owners, today announced that all 19 of its North American franchise brands have once again been recognized on Entrepreneur’s 2026 Franchise 500® ranking. This marks the second consecutive year every eligible Neighborly franchise brand has been recognized on the industry’s most comprehensive and competitive franchise list.

The achievement reflects Neighborly’s continued momentum and the strength of its diversified portfolio, spanning repair, maintenance, restoration and home improvement services. Notably, seven Neighborly brands – Aire Serv®, Dryer Vent Wizard®, Glass Doctor®, Mr. Electric®, Mr. Rooter® Plumbing, Precision Garage Door Service® and Real Property Management – earned the No. 1 ranking in their respective franchise categories.

“This recognition highlights the incredible dedication of our franchise owners and the remarkable experiences they create for their customers every day,” said Mike Davis, chief executive officer of Neighborly. “With all 19 of our brands performing strongly in the home services market, we’re more confident than ever in the power of our platform, from the systems we’ve built to the way we support owners in growing trusted, local businesses. The future is bright, and we’re excited to continue connecting customers with the right services at the right time, driving innovation and growth across the industry.”

Widely regarded as the gold standard in franchise rankings, Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500® list evaluates franchise brands across more than 150 data points, including unit growth, financial strength and stability, brand power, costs and fees, and ongoing support. Only the top 500 franchises earn placement each year. 

The following 19 Neighborly brands earned spots on the 2026 Franchise 500®:

  • Aire Serv® #251, Ranked No. 1 in Category
  • Dryer Vent Wizard® #218, Ranked No. 1 in Category
  • Five Star Painting® #396
  • Glass Doctor® #172, Ranked No. 1 in Category
  • The Grounds Guys® #268
  • HouseMaster® #256
  • Junk King® #434
  • Lawn Pride® #399
  • Molly Maid® #67
  • Mosquito Joe® #387
  • Mr. Appliance® #302
  • Mr. Electric® #174, Ranked No. 1 in Category
  • Mr. Handyman® #289
  • Mr. Rooter® Plumbing #116, Ranked No. 1 in Category
  • Precision Garage Door Service® #279, Ranked No. 1 in Category
  • Rainbow Restoration® #101
  • Real Property Management #73, Ranked No. 1 in Category
  • Shelf Genie® #254
  • Window Genie® #340

Neighborly’s continued presence across the rankings highlights the company’s long-term strategy of building category-leading brands while empowering franchise owners to deliver reliable, high-quality service to homeowners across North America.

“Today’s franchise owners are looking for brands that can perform across economic cycles and grow with them over time,” said Brad Stevenson, chief development officer of Neighborly. “This recognition reinforces the advantage of Neighborly’s diversified home services portfolio and our ability to support franchise owners at every stage, from onboarding and launch to scaling through technology, marketing and operational excellence.”

To view all 19 Neighborly brands in the full ranking, visit www.entrepreneur.com/franchise500.

To learn more about Neighborly, visit www.neighborlybrands.com/. 

About Neighborly® 

Neighborly® is a family of global brands focused on being remarkable with consumers and franchise owners. What began as one brand in Waco, Texas, in 1981 has grown to more than 30 brands and 5,500 franchise locations across North America and Europe serving millions of customers. Neighborly offers a proven path to business ownership accompanied by established systems, award-winning brands, training, and continued support throughout the franchising journey. 

  • To learn about franchising opportunities, visit franchise.neighborly.com 

  • To bring your passion to Neighborly, visit neighborlybrands.com/careers 

  • To find trusted service professionals for any project, visit Neighborly.com 

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