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PuroClean Eyes Strategic Growth in Texas Ahead of Convention in Grapevine, TX

PuroClean Eyes Strategic Growth in Texas Ahead of Convention in Grapevine, TX

Leading Property Restoration Franchise Targets 20+ New Territories Across Houston, DFW, and Beyond
TAMARAC, Fla., May 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- PuroClean, one of the country's leading property restoration franchises, is doubling down on expansion in the Lone Star State. The brand will host its annual International Convention this June in Grapevine, in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, where Franchise Owners and Home Office Support Team members will gather to celebrate growth and discuss what is ahead for this essential, recession-resistant industry.
'At PuroClean, our Franchise Owners provide crucial, everyday services like water damage mitigation, mold removal, and fire and smoke damage restoration, helping homes and businesses recover from both routine incidents and large-scale disasters,' said Tim Courtney, Vice President of Franchise Development at PuroClean. 'This is a pivotal moment to join our franchise system, especially in Texas, where the demand for trusted restoration services continues to grow.'
Backed by a proven business model and the rising need for reliable emergency services, PuroClean is actively seeking new franchise owners in high-demand Texas markets, including:
Additionally, PuroClean is targeting areas in Frisco, Beaumont, Tyler, Laredo, Waco, and beyond, as communities across Texas face the growing threat of severe weather and natural disasters.
'From devastating tornadoes to unpredictable winter storms, the need for rapid response and trusted restoration services has never been more critical,' said Steve White, President and COO of PuroClean. 'Our Franchise Owners are on the frontlines helping communities recover every day, and we're eager to bring more local entrepreneurs into this mission across Texas.'
PuroClean has built a reputation for strong franchise support, industry-leading training, and a business model that thrives in both strong and uncertain economies. Most recently, the brand was ranked 5th on Entrepreneur's 2025 'Top Franchises Under $150K' list, featured in the Spring Issue of Entrepreneur's Startups and on Entrepreneur.com, further proving its appeal to aspiring business owners. As the brand continues its nationwide expansion, Texas remains one of the most promising regions for growth.
For more information about PuroClean, call 800-351-2282, visit www.PuroCleanFranchise.com, or visit them on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/purocleanfranchise/.
About PuroClean
PuroClean is a leading, world-class service brand for property water damage remediation, fire and smoke damage restoration, mold remediation, and biohazard clean-up services, working with both residential and commercial customers across the U.S. and Canada. Founded in 2001, PuroClean is a diverse, fast-growing network of nearly 500 North American franchise locations, each independently owned and operated. With a commitment to respond within two hours, the professionals at PuroClean are thoroughly screened, insured, and trained in utilizing the latest cutting-edge mitigation technology to complete the remediation task at hand. For more information about PuroClean, call 800-775-7876 or visit www.PuroClean.com.
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