DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen Ranked #10 In Qualified Remodeler Magazine's Top 500

DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen by Worldwide® was ranked #10 among all national companies in Qualified Remodeler Magazine's Top 500 ranking for 2002, published in the Sept. issue. The magazine, which reports the list annually, judges companies on financial performance, revenue growth and dedication to specialized services.

"It's an honor to be regarded so highly by Qualified Remodeler," said Doug Dwyer, president of DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen. "And it is proof that DreamMaker's Franchise network is having a tremendous impact on the marketplace."

This year's Top 500 was expanded to include five company benchmarks in the ranking process including: years in business, association membership, industry certification, community service and industry awards. DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen reported high marks in the new breakdown.

"As the judging has gotten tougher, DreamMaker's performance in the rankings continues to be outstanding,? Dwyer said. "Our franchise owners can be very proud of those results."

Qualified Remodeler also reported strong growth in the industry despite the economic slowdown. Total annual installed volume for the 2002 Top 500 increased to $3.1 billion.

About DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen by Worldwide:
Based in Waco, Texas, DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen by Worldwide® is an associate company of The Dwyer Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: DWYR), one of the largest multi-franchise holding companies. With approximately 250 Franchises in 15 countries, DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen by Worldwide averages more than 20,000 jobs a year. The company is a national member of the National Kitchen and Bath Association, the National Association of the Remodeling Industry, the American Hotel & Lodging Association, and the International Franchising Association.