Key Takeaways:
- All 19 Neighborly® franchise brands earned a spot on Entrepreneur's Franchise 500® for a second consecutive year, with seven brands ranked No. 1 in their franchise categories, reinforcing category leadership.
- This recognition underscores the strength of the Neighborly franchise system and diversified home service portfolio.
- Explains how Neighborly continues to offer a proven path to franchise and business ownership.
Neighborly, a family of global brands dedicated to delivering remarkable experiences for both consumers and franchise owners, recently announced that all 19 of its North American franchise brands have once again been recognized on Entrepreneur’s 2026 Franchise 500® ranking. This marks the second consecutive year every eligible Neighborly franchise brand has been recognized on the industry’s most comprehensive and competitive franchise list.
The achievement reflects Neighborly’s continued momentum and the strength of its diversified portfolio, spanning repair, maintenance, restoration, and home improvement services. Notably, seven Neighborly brands – Aire Serv®, Dryer Vent Wizard®, Glass Doctor®, Mr. Electric®, Mr. Rooter® Plumbing, Precision Garage Door Service®, and Real Property Management – earned the No. 1 ranking in their respective franchise categories.
About This Award Recognition
Widely regarded as the gold standard in franchise rankings, Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 list evaluates franchise brands across more than 150 data points, including unit growth, financial strength and stability, brand power, costs and fees, and ongoing support. Only the top 500 franchises are selected for placement each year.
The following 19 Neighborly brands earned spots on the 2026 Franchise 500®:
- Aire Serv® #251, Ranked No. 1 in Category
- Dryer Vent Wizard® #318, Ranked No. 1 in Category
- Five Star Painting® #396
- Glass Doctor® #172, Ranked No. 1 in Category
- The Grounds Guys® #268
- HouseMaster® Home Inspections #256
- Junk King® #434
- Lawn Pride® #399
- Molly Maid® #67
- Mosquito Joe® #387
- Mr. Appliance® #302
- Mr. Electric® #174, Ranked No. 1 in Category
- Mr. Handyman® #289
- Mr. Rooter® Plumbing #116, Ranked No. 1 in Category
- Precision Garage Door Service® #279, Ranked No. 1 in Category
- Rainbow Restoration® #101
- Real Property Management #73, Ranked No. 1 in Category
- Shelf Genie® #254
- Window Genie® #340
Neighborly’s continued presence across the rankings highlights the company’s long-term strategy of building category-leading brands while empowering franchise owners to deliver reliable, high-quality service to homeowners across North America.
What This Means for Entrepreneurs
For entrepreneurs considering franchise ownership in the home services industry, Neighborly’s continued recognition on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 reinforces its position as a leader in award-winning franchise opportunities. This recognition underscores the strength of its proven franchise system, diversified service offerings, and commitment to franchise owner success. This consistent recognition highlights Neighborly as a compelling option for individuals seeking business ownership with an established brand, built-in customer demand, and long-term growth potential.
Investing in business ownership with Neighborly means joining a franchise network designed to support owners at every stage—from onboarding and launch to scaling a sustainable, locally owned business. The 150 areas evaluated by Entrepreneur's Franchise 500 are areas where Neighborly continues to outperform year after year. For those exploring home services franchise opportunities, Neighborly’s consistent strong performance underscores why its brands are trusted by franchise owners nationwide and recognized as some of the best franchises to own in today’s competitive market.
To view all 19 Neighborly brands in the full ranking, visit entrepreneur.com/franchise500.
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