How many Benjamin Franklin Plumbing franchises were operating as of December 31, 2022?
Benjamin_Franklin_Plumbing Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Franchises as of December 31, 2022 | Acquired During the Period | Opened During the Period | Closed/ Ceased During the | Reacquired by Franchisor | Franchises as of December 31, 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ben Franklin | 275 | - | 65 | (15) | - | 325 |
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 87–88)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Benjamin Franklin Plumbing's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there were 275 Benjamin Franklin Plumbing franchises operating as of December 31, 2022. This number is part of a larger table summarizing the franchise network's composition over time. The table also includes data on the number of franchises acquired, opened, and closed during specific periods.
Specifically, the table provides a year-over-year snapshot of the Benjamin Franklin Plumbing franchise system. In 2022, there were 275 franchises. During 2023, 65 new Benjamin Franklin Plumbing franchises were opened, while 15 were closed. This activity resulted in a total of 325 Benjamin Franklin Plumbing franchises operating as of December 31, 2023.
This information is valuable for potential franchisees as it provides insight into the growth and stability of the Benjamin Franklin Plumbing franchise system. Reviewing these figures over several years can reveal trends in franchise openings, closures, and overall network size, which can inform a prospective franchisee's decision-making process.