SARASOTA, FLA. – Clockwork Home Services announced franchise growth for 2008 within its portfolio of nationally branded home services companies. During the period from January through December 2008, Clockwork added 74 new plumbing, air conditioning and heating, and electrical franchises. The company now serves 574 territories with franchises in the essential home services sectors.
 
In 2008, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing added 21 new franchises for a total of 249 territories served, and One Hour Air Conditioning & Heating added 28 for a total of 245.

 
“Despite the economic downturn in 2008 and partly because of it, contractors continued to see the value in combining forces under a nationally franchised brand,” said Tab Hunter, president of franchise operations for Clockwork Home Services Inc. “The pace of growth for Clockwork’s contracting franchises is a testament to the sound business model, outstanding franchisee support and consumer confidence in our brands.”
 
Clockwork also operates company-owned plumbing, heating and air conditioning, and electrical locations within its portfolio of home services businesses.