At United Water Restoration Group, the 86-territory franchise brand that provides premier restoration and reconstruction services, we have remained a dominant force in the industry for nearly 15 years, while also delivering a best-in-class customer experience around the United States. Now, we have identified our next area for development: Phoenix.

As extreme weather patterns increase, Phoenix is experiencing more wildfires, dust storms and flooding. In fact, there are more than 13,000 properties in Phoenix, representing 10% of all properties in the area, that have greater than a 26% chance of being severely affected by flooding over the next 30 years. Additionally, during an average year, generally one to three dust storms will move into the Phoenix area, while 2,520 wildfires burned in 2020 alone.

In addition to water damage mitigation, UWRG is a 24/7, full-service restoration company that specializes in mold remediation, fire and smoke damage restoration, reconstruction, sewage, flood and disaster response. And with help available 24/7, 365 days a year, a customer-first mentality is what continues to set our business apart.

With Phoenix being a completely open territory at UWRG, there’s plenty of opportunity for the right franchise owners. The Greater Phoenix area has a population of about 4.95 million, which leaves room for around 20 territories that can comfortably support five to nine franchise owners and up to 200 employees in total.

We’re greatly looking forward to expanding in Phoenix and are excited to partner with new franchise owners. It is not necessary for those interested to have experience in restoration or to have a home-services background, but they should ideally have experience in sales, management, business development or leadership. The most important characteristics are a motivation for hard work and an interest in helping and serving others.

Bob Moore is vice president of Development & Operations at United Water Restoration Group.