WACO, Texas (Dec. 30, 2009) – Mr. Rooter Corporation wrapped up 2009 with a new addition to its network.

Jeff Anderson, a new franchisee from Phenix City, Ala., attended a five-day basic training course at the corporate headquarters in December. Mark McGaughy, general manager at the Mr. Rooter of Dallas/Fort Worth franchise, also attended.

The course offers classes on best practices, management and leadership techniques, customer service and marketing.

“It’s always a delight to have new franchisees join our Mr. Rooter team,” said Mary Kennedy Thompson, president of Mr. Rooter Corporation. “Growing our Mr. Rooter brand is an exciting way to end the year.”

Mr. Rooter Plumbing technicians follow an established and professional system. For example, technicians wear shoe covers to protect a customer’s home or business. 

They also give customers the price before work is done to ensure there are no surprises about the cost of service. Mr. Rooter technicians provide service 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with no extra charges on nights, weekends and holidays.

About Mr. Rooter®:

Established in 1970, Mr. Rooter is an all-franchised, full-service plumbing and drain cleaning company with approximately 300 franchises worldwide. Recognized by Entrepreneur magazine among its “Franchise 500” and Franchise Times Top 200, Mr. Rooter franchisees provide services to both residential and commercial customers. Mr. Rooter began franchising in 1974 and is a subsidiary of The Dwyer Group, Inc. For more information or to find the location nearest you, please visit our Web site at www.mrrooter.com or www.mrrooter.ca.

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