Paul Davis Restoration Inc.
Paul Davis Restoration Inc. is a North American leader in full-service emergency restoration, mitigation, and reconstruction services. With 60 locations across Canada and 300+ locations in the USA, Paul Davis handles thousands of emergency claims and restoration projects for insurance, residential, and commercial clients annually. Paul Davis Restoration Inc. is a subsidiary of FirstService Brands Canada Inc. and operates in Canada as Paul Davis Restoration Inc.
In Business Since:
1985
Franchise Fee:
$50K
Franchise Units
Canada: 61 | USA: 242
Investment Required:
$237K - $383K
Initial Training:
7 weeks
https://www.pauldavis.ca/franchise-ownership
Own a Business That Canadians Count On – Join Canada’s Most Trusted Restoration Network.

Eligibility and Ideal Candidate Profile: Driven to Lead? You’re In the Right Place. We’ve seen success in the Paul Davis network come from diverse backgrounds. What matters most is leadership, drive, and a desire to help others.
As a Paul Davis franchisee, you’ll operate a purpose-driven, service-based business that helps people recover from life’s unexpected events – whether it’s fire, flood, storm, or mold damage. But it’s more than just restoration – it’s leadership, community service, and building something that lasts.
Franchise Owner Profile: Whether you come from a corporate background, have run your own business, or are just getting started as a young entrepreneur, you can thrive here. No prior industry experience required.
The Business Owner should possess:
- Proven teambuilding and leadership experience
- Strong communication skills
- An interest in solving real-world problems
- A passion about owning a business that serves their community

The Owner’s primary responsibilities include:
Training and Support
- Day-to-day management of operations including: leading trained emergency response crews who are first on the scene when disaster strikes and managing restoration projects and navigating insurance claims with professionalism and care
- Building long-term trust with homeowners, business owners, and local partners
- Growing your brand through local marketing, word-of-mouth, and referral networks
Paul Davis offers a structured, ongoing support system designed to guide you at every stage. New franchise owners receive the following as part of our Franchise Launch Program:
- A 7-week intensive training program (including time at our International Training Centre in Jacksonville, FL)
- Proprietary project management software
- National and local marketing tools
- Dedicated business coaching and operational support
- Insurance industry integrations and 24/7 field support

Franchisor Support
Joining Paul Davis means stepping into one of the most robust support ecosystems in the franchise industry. You won’t just get a blueprint, you’ll get a dedicated team, hands-on tools, and systems proven to drive real results.
Here’s what you’ll access:
- In-depth training at our International Training Centre
- Field-tested operations systems and job tracking tools
- Marketing support including SEO, Google Ads, and local branding assets
- Ongoing coaching, peer groups, and and detailed business performance reviews
- Emergency response protocols and tools to prepare for anything
Whether it’s your first day or your fifth year, we’re here to help you lead with confidence and grow with purpose.
Awards & Recognitions
🏆 Canadian Franchise Association Franchisees’ Choice Award – 8 consecutive years (2018–2025)
🏆 Canadian Franchise Association Franchisees’ Choice Award – Gold (2025)
Accreditations & Memberships
✅ International Franchise Association (IFA) Member
✅ Canadian Franchise Association (CFA) Member
✅ Proud VetFran Member
Media & Industry Recognition
🏆 Entrepreneur Magazine Franchise 500 Ranked (2025)
🏆 Franchise Times Top 400 (2025)