The Dwyer Group Sweeps 2004

The Dwyer Group recently had all of its franchisor subsidiaries named to Entrepreneur magazine's 25th annual "Franchise 500" ranking of the top Franchise opportunities.

According to the January 2004 issue that was just released, the ranking listed the top 500 Franchises that offer the best opportunities for success. The Dwyer Group's franchise concepts were ranked in the following order: Glass Doctor®, #135; Mr. Electric®, #212; Rainbow International® Cleaning and Restoration, #262; Mr. Appliance®, #285; Mr. Rooter®, #307; and Aire Serv® Heating & Air Conditioning, #311.

Franchises are ranked according to their financial strength, stability, growth rate and size of system.

"This ranking is a great start to 2004 and our ambitious plans for another big year for all of our franchise brands," said Dina Dwyer-Owens, president and CEO of The Dwyer Group. "The Franchise 500 continues to verify the strength, stability and growth of our entire franchise network, and our franchisees can be very proud of the companies they represent."

About The Dwyer Group
The Dwyer Group, Inc., based in Waco, Texas, is a holding company that owns six franchise businesses. Each business sells and supports a different service-based brand name franchise under the following service marks: Aire Serv® Heating & Air Conditioning, Glass Doctor®, Mr. Appliance®, Mr. Electric®, Mr. Rooter® (Drain Doctor® in the UK), and Rainbow International® Restoration and Cleaning. Collectively, the franchisees of these franchise concepts offer customers a broad base of residential and commercial services.