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What happens after the location is approved for a Benjamin Franklin Plumbing franchise?

Benjamin_Franklin_Plumbing Franchise · 2025 FDD

Answer from 2025 FDD Document

You have been approved to participate in the UWIN Customer Complaint Resolution Program. Attached is your UWIN Participation Agreement and applicable guaranty, each of which includes terms and conditions of participation.

Once UWIN receives your original, signed agreement you will be sent the UWIN Welcome Packet. You will also be added as a contractor on the UWIN website.

UWIN PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT FOR FRANCHISEES

THIS UWIN PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT FOR FRANCHISEES, having an effective date of (the "Agreement"), is made by and between UWIN, LLC, a Florida limited liability company ("UWIN"), and the home services contractor identified on the signature page ("Contractor") who, in consideration of the promises set forth below, agree as follows:

1. NATURE AND SCOPE OF AGREEMENT

  • 1.1 UWIN.

UWIN is a customer service resource that provides customers information and assistance with resolution and reparations concerning their transactions with participating home services contractors (the "Customer Complaint Resolution Program").

Participants in the Customer Complaint Resolution Program display UWIN's distinctive seal of approval and its associated marks, logos, and designs (collectively, the "Seal").

  • 1.2 Contractor**.** Contractor is a franchisee of one of UWIN's affiliates (each, a "Franchisor") and, pursuant to its franchise agreement ("Franchise Agreement"), has obtained the right to use the Franchisor's system in conjunction with the operation of its home repair services business ("Contractor's Business").

Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 88–312)

What This Means (2025 FDD)

According to the 2025 Benjamin Franklin Plumbing FDD, after the location is approved, franchisees are approved to participate in the UWIN Customer Complaint Resolution Program. Once UWIN receives the original, signed agreement, the franchisee will be sent a UWIN Welcome Packet and will be added as a contractor on the UWIN website.

The UWIN program is a customer service resource that provides customers information and assistance with resolution and reparations concerning their transactions with participating home services contractors. Participants in the Customer Complaint Resolution Program display UWIN's distinctive seal of approval and its associated marks, logos, and designs.

As a Benjamin Franklin Plumbing franchisee, you obtain the right to use the Franchisor's system in conjunction with the operation of its home repair services business. The franchise agreement outlines the terms and conditions of participation in the UWIN program. This participation helps ensure customer satisfaction and provides a framework for resolving complaints, potentially enhancing the franchisee's reputation and customer loyalty.

Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document and is provided for research purposes only. It does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decisions.