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BELFOR Franchise Group brands ranked among Top Franchises for Veterans

1-800 WATER DAMAGE, Blue Kangaroo Packoutz, Chem-Dry, DUCTZ and HOODZ all honored in the prestigious Entrepreneur list.

November 17, 2025

The BELFOR Franchise Group brands earned recognition for their dedication to helping veterans transition into entrepreneurship while continuing to serve their communities.

BELFOR Franchise Group brands honored in Entrepreneur’s prestigious Franchise 500®

The Patch Boys, Blue Kangaroo Packoutz, redbox+ Dumpsters, Chem-Dry and 1-800 WATER DAMAGE recognized in annual rankings

January 17, 2025

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BELFOR Franchise Group Shines in Entrepreneur’s 2025 Franchise 500® List! Five of their brands, including The Patch Boys, Blue Kangaroo Packoutz, redbox+ Dumpsters, Chem-Dry and 1-800 WATER DAMAGE, were celebrated for their brand strength and growth.

BELFOR Franchise Group Claims Partnership Aims to Level Playing Field for Insurance Pros

Classes in the newly launched training program will effectively prepare new employees for the field and upskill current team members.

October 31, 2024

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BELFOR Franchise Group announces the launch of the Claims Partnership Program, offering customized training for property claims professionals. This program aims to address the gap created by retiring veterans and new entrants in the claims industry.

Violand Adds Experienced Restoration Professional

February 16, 2023

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New consultant has worked at some of the largest firms in the industry.

Chamber of Commerce Honors Belfor as Best Place to Work

January 3, 2023

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Designation based on written narratives.

1-800 Water Damage Adds Location on Long Island

September 28, 2022

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New franchise serves the easternmost part of New York.

Belfor Honors First Responders Before Baseball Game

September 21, 2022

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Event is part of ongoing effort to celebrate this group.

Belfor-Sponsored TV Program Makes Its Season Debut

June 30, 2022

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Company's CEO acts as expert for series that shares tells of responding to disasters.

1-800 Water Damage Named a Top Franchise for Veterans by Entrepreneur

December 22, 2021

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“Veterans are important to us, and we want to make sure they are treated with respect in our franchise system for the sacrifices they have made,” said Tim Fagan, president of 1-800 WATER DAMAGE. “Often, veterans have many of the characteristics that we look for in a franchisee – hardworking, able to follow a system, and a desire to help others. All of these are essential in our business.”

Contents Restoration Behind the Scenes: Inside a Massive Blue Kangaroo Packoutz Facility

The Inner Workings of a 95,000-Square-Foot Warehouse

Valerie King

October 27, 2021

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Tour the 95,000-square-foot Blue Kangaroo Packoutz flagship facility. See the inner workings of the warehouse, including 750 storage vaults, a state-of-the-art training room, art restoration, contents cleaning, furniture upholstery and refinishing, and more.