Established
1992
Franchise Units
150
Minimum Investment
$63,650
Franchise Fee
$24,600
Total Investment Range
$508,850
Home Based
No
Description
Certified Restoration DryCleaning Network (CRDN) is a premier franchise that specializes in restoring items damaged by disasters — fires, floods, smoke, mold, electronics damage, and more. CRDN combines cutting-edge restoration techniques with strong relationships in the insurance, restoration contracting, and contents cleaning industries to deliver services that are both emotionally meaningful and technically expert. When catastrophe strikes, homeowners and businesses want trusted, reliable experts; CRDN positions itself as that trusted partner. With a strong brand reputation, steady demand driven by insurance claims, and a model built for resilience (because disasters don't pause), CRDN franchises have the potential to deliver stable growth, meaningful margins, and solid ROI for the right investor.
Why Invest in this Franchise?
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Ever-present demand & recession resistance: Disasters like floods, fires, storms happen everywhere, and the need for contents restoration (textiles, clothing, electronics) is relatively constant and often covered in insurance. This insulates the business from many of the ups and downs that purely retail businesses face.
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Strong industry relationships: CRDN has established programs and contracts with insurance carriers, restoration contractors, and third party administrators (TPAs). These relationships generate referral work, volume, and help reduce marketing burden for individual franchisees.
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Brand recognition & credibility: With more than 150 locations in the U.S. (plus operations in Canada and the UK), CRDN is well known in the restoration industry. Its reputation for quality, consistency and professionalism is a key differentiator.
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Scalable business model: The franchise doesn’t just rely on local walk-in business; much of the revenue can come from insurance work and large contracts. As you build local capacity, you can leverage the CRDN network, processes, software, and know-how to scale.
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Operational support & training: CRDN provides structured training, ongoing support, marketing assistance, proprietary tools, and established operating procedures. All these reduce the learning curve and help a franchisee establish operations more rapidly.
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Territory protection & exclusivity: Many franchisees benefit from exclusive territories, which helps avoid intra-brand competition and allows for clearer marketing and growth planning.
Background
Founded: 1992
Franchising Since: 2001
Active Units: Over 150 locations across the USA, Canada, and the UK.
Founders: Formed by a group of textile restoration experts led by industry pioneers who recognized a gap in the insurance claims process.
Ownership: CRDN is part of the Belfor Franchise Group, one of the world’s largest and most respected residential and commercial restoration service families.
Originally a coalition of high-end dry cleaners, CRDN evolved into a highly standardized franchise system. Over the last three decades, it has transitioned from a garment-focused business into a multi-disciplinary restoration giant. Today, CRDN is recognized as the gold standard in the industry, boasting a sophisticated infrastructure that handles everything from high-tech "Ozone" odor removal to delicate data recovery on smoke-damaged hard drives.
Support Training
Pre-Launch & Academic Training
New owners undergo an intensive training program at the corporate headquarters. This covers the technical side (chemistry of restoration, fabric care, electronics recovery) and the business side (claims management software and insurance industry protocols).
Operational & Field Support
You aren’t left to figure it out alone. CRDN provides field support teams who assist with facility setup, equipment calibration, and the implementation of the "CRDN Way"—a proprietary system for tracking and inventorying items from a loss site.
Marketing & Business Development
The brand provides a robust "In-the-Field" marketing strategy. This includes:
Continuing Education (CE) Classes: You will host classes for insurance adjusters, positioning yourself as the local expert.
National Account Access: Direct leads from major insurance carriers.
Digital Presence: Professional local SEO, web management, and branded collateral.
Ideal Candidate
CRDN is looking for leaders, not just "cleaners." The most successful franchisees share these traits:
Operational Excellence: You should be comfortable managing logistics and a team of technicians.
B2B Relationship Builders: Much of this business relies on networking with insurance adjusters and general contractors. A background in sales or management is highly beneficial.
Empathy and Ethics: You are dealing with people who have just lost their homes. A passion for service and high integrity is non-negotiable.
Investment Capability: Candidates should have a strong credit profile and the liquid capital necessary to scale a sophisticated operation.
Location Preference: CRDN looks for territories with a healthy mix of residential density and a high volume of insurance activity.
Financial Detail
| Category | Details |
| Total Investment | $63,650 - $508,850 |
| Minimum Cash Required | $75,000 - $100,000 |
| Franchise Fee | $24,600 - $64,600 |
| Royalty Fee | 7% to 8% of gross sales |
| Marketing Fund | Approximately 2% |
| Infrastructure Costs | Covers specialized cleaning equipment, Ozone rooms, and logistics vehicles. |
| Revenue Streams | Textile restoration, electronics recovery, art/document drying, and specialized cleaning. |