Neighborly is proud to highlight the Award Winners of the "Entrepreneur Franchise 500 Top Franchises for Veterans," which offer exceptional opportunities for Veterans to leverage their military skills in the business world.
Neighborly is honored to celebrate the national recognition earned by many of our franchise brands, reflecting our commitment to supporting Veterans in business ownership. This year, eleven Neighborly brands have been ranked among the “Entrepreneur Franchise 500 Top Franchises for Veterans,” highlighting the strength and diversity of our network. These accolades reinforce our brands—including Aire Serv, The Grounds Guys, Glass Doctor, Molly Maid, Mr. Appliance, Mr. Electric, Mr. Handyman, Mr. Rooter Plumbing, Precision Garage Door Service, Rainbow Restoration, and Real Property Management—as premier choices for Veterans seeking to leverage their skills and leadership in thriving franchise environments.
Our commitment to excellence is further validated by recent honors from Franchise Business Review, with several Neighborly brands being named to the 2025 Top Franchises for Veterans, affirm that Neighborly’s family of brands continues to lead the home services sector—offering Veterans proven opportunities, strong support, and the tools to succeed as franchise owners.
Transitioning from the Military to Business Ownership
Each year, we celebrate Veterans Day, but throughout the year, our nation’s military Veterans are forging new lives as entrepreneurs. Some choose to own a business right after leaving the military, while others find employment but eventually decide the corporate culture isn’t the right fit for them.
“Having the ability to not just get by but to excel in life. Success to me is being a good, well-rounded member of your community and all those people that you're involved with in your life, like how do you affect other people and is that just a base level or are you advanced in that?”
Jeff Baker - Owner of The Ground Guys of Wichita | Veteran, USAF
Many choose to buy and manage a franchise because it enables them to utilize their skills while continuing meaningful work. By owning and running a business, Veterans can utilize leadership skills, create job opportunities, contribute to their communities, and continue leading a life of service. This sense of fulfillment and pride is often not found in corporate jobs.
Among the 2025 "Entrepreneur Franchise 500 Top Franchises for Veterans” eleven Neighborly brands are ranked:
- Aire Serv® delivers essential HVAC repair and maintenance services, perfect for Veterans who are looking to continue vital service to their communities.
- The Grounds Guys® provide full-service lawn care and landscaping for both residential and commercial properties, including mowing, fertilization, and maintenance.
- Glass Doctor® specializes in glass repair and replacement, which requires precision and expertise from many Veterans.
- Molly Maid® provides reliable home cleaning services, promoting a sense of order and cleanliness.
- Mr. Appliance® delivers top-notch appliance repair services, combining technical skills with customer service.
- Mr. Electric® focuses on electrical services, perfect for those with a knack for problem-solving.
- Mr. Handyman® offers a wide range of home maintenance and repair services, relying on versatility and adaptability.
- Mr. Rooter® Plumbing provides expert plumbing services, ensuring smooth and efficient water and drainage systems.
- Precision Garage Door Service specializes in garage door repair and installation, requiring mechanical aptitude.
- Rainbow Restoration® offers restoration and cleaning services, helping communities recover from disasters.
- Real Property Management provides a variety of property management services for residential and commercial customers.
Neighborly is dedicated to helping Veterans find the right franchise that aligns with their service experience and ensures their success as business owners and community leaders.
Controlling Your Life after Service to the Country
Owning a franchise gives each Veteran more control of their civilian life while getting the structure and guidance that helps drive business success. Entrepreneur Magazine publishes the Franchise 500 list each year. The ranking process involves franchisors completing an extensive form.
After submission, each franchisor was scored based on 150 data points covering cost and fees, size and growth, support, and brand strength. The Franchise 500 score becomes one factor in identifying the best 150 franchise opportunities for Veterans. Other factors include the franchisor’s Veteran incentives offered and whether Veterans are on the leadership team, to name two.
Neighborly Makes Entrepreneurship Easier for Veterans
In addition to their impressive performance in the "Entrepreneur Franchise 500 Top Franchises for Veterans," seven Neighborly franchises have also been recognized by Franchise Business Reviews' 2025 Top Franchises for Veterans.
The seven Neighborly brands with both awards are: Glass Doctor, Molly Maid, Mr. Electric, Mr. Handyman, Mr. Rooter Plumbing, Precision Garage Door Service, and Real Property Management.
Each of these franchises offers Veterans a unique avenue to apply their discipline, technical skills, and leadership in thriving business environments.
Neighborly is steadfast in its support of Veterans in their transition to entrepreneurship, helping them embark on successful and fulfilling new careers as franchise owners.
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