Paul Davis Restoration

What Paul Davis Restoration does

Paul Davis Restoration, Inc. is a property damage restoration franchise organization founded in 1966 and headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, operating as a wholly-owned subsidiary of FirstService Corporation (NASDAQ: FSV). The company delivers emergency cleanup and restoration services across the United States and Canada through more than 300 independently owned and operated franchise locations, supported by an IICRC-certified National Training Center in Jacksonville and a new training academy opened in Salt Lake City in December 2025. Service lines span water damage restoration, flood and basement cleanup, fire and smoke damage repair, storm and wind damage, mold remediation, biohazard and crime scene cleanup, board-up, hoarder cleanup, reconstruction, and remodeling, plus specialized commercial offerings such as Large Loss, Property Manager Solutions, Government Solutions under GSA Schedule 84, and the First Priority Program.

The underlying technology is operations-driven rather than software-driven: industrial-grade air movers, dehumidifiers, moisture monitoring systems, and thermal imaging for hidden moisture detection, deployed by IICRC-certified technicians. Paul Davis monetizes through three revenue streams: (1) one-time franchise fees from new franchisees with initial investments ranging from $298,800 to $804,900 per the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, (2) ongoing royalties and licensing revenue from the franchise base, and (3) project-based professional service revenue at the franchise level, where 183 operational U.S. franchises reported average gross sales of $6,006,779 for FY 2024. GTM motion is hybrid: emergency demand is captured through 24/7 phone response and digital channels, while B2B demand is generated through insurance carrier preferred-vendor programs, commercial property manager accounts, and government contracts.

Name

Paul Davis Restoration

Legal name

Paul Davis Restoration, Inc.

Website

https://pauldavis.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1966

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Paul Davis Restoration is a US and Canadian franchise network, founded in 1966 and owned by FirstService Corporation, providing 24/7 emergency property damage restoration, including water, fire, mold, and storm cleanup, to residential, commercial, insurance, and government customers through 300-plus franchise locations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Property Damage Restoration Services

NAICS

Remediation Services (562910), Residential Remodelers (236118), Waste Management and Remediation Services (562), Remediation Services (56291)

SIC

Services-To Dwellings & Other Buildings (7340), Services-Miscellaneous Repair Services (7600)

akta.pro primary industry

Disaster Recovery & Restoration General Contracting (IMAFAAAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Insurance Claims Estimation, Documentation & Managed Repair (HSAPAOAL), Interior Rebuild & Finishing (Drywall, Flooring, Paint, Trim) (HSAPAOAI), Structural Repair & Framing Reconstruction (HSAPAOAG), Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing (MEP) Restoration & Replacement (HSAPAOAJ), Post-Incident Recovery, Damage Assessment & Restoration Coordination (BPABANAL)

Keywords

• Property damage restoration
• Water damage cleanup
• Fire smoke restoration
• Mold remediation services
• Emergency restoration franchise

Headquarters

HQ city

Jacksonville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Franchise Fees and Royalties: Paul Davis generates revenue through franchise fees and ongoing royalties from independently owned franchise locations across North America
2. Franchise Sales: Initial franchise investment ranging from $298,800 to $804,900 per location, with 183 operational franchises reporting average gross sales of $6,006,779 for FY 2024
3. Restoration Services: Revenue from water damage, fire damage, mold remediation, storm damage, reconstruction, and related professional services provided through the franchise network

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Paul Davis Restoration is a franchise organization founded in 1966 that provides 24/7 emergency property damage restoration and reconstruction services for residential and commercial properties through more than 300 independently owned and operated franchise locations across the United States and Canada. The company delivers water damage restoration, fire and smoke damage restoration, mold remediation, storm damage repair, biohazard and crime scene cleanup, household contents cleaning, reconstruction, and remodeling services, coordinated with property insurance carriers and government facility programs.

Product overview

Paul Davis Restoration is a property damage restoration franchise network offering emergency restoration services through over 300 independently owned and operated locations across the United States and Canada. The company provides a comprehensive suite of restoration services organized around property damage categories: water damage restoration (including flood and basement services), fire and smoke damage restoration, mold remediation, storm and wind damage restoration, biohazard and crime scene cleanup, and reconstruction and remodeling services. The portfolio is structured as a unified service model where emergency response and mitigation lead into full restoration and reconstruction, supported by contents cleaning for personal belongings. Commercial services extend the core offerings to large loss projects, property management portfolios, and government facilities through specialized programs like the First Priority Program for disaster planning.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Water Damage Restoration 24/7 emergency water damage cleanup, repair, and restoration with rapid on-site response including damage assessment, water extraction, structural drying, moisture monitoring, mold prevention, and repairs for residential and commercial properties.
• Flood Damage Restoration Emergency flood cleanup services including water removal, contamination cleanup, structural drying, mold prevention, sanitation, and reconstruction for residential, commercial, and industrial properties.
• Basement Flooding Repair Emergency flooded basement cleanup, water extraction, drying, mold prevention, sanitation, and structural repairs for basement water intrusion caused by heavy rain, foundation cracks, or sump pump failures.
• Emergency Water Removal Rapid emergency water extraction and structural drying services for burst pipes, floods, sump pump failures, roof leaks, and sewage backups, available 24/7.
• Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration Comprehensive fire damage restoration including emergency board-up, soot removal, smoke odor elimination, water extraction from firefighting, structural drying, and full reconstruction services.
• Storm & Wind Damage Restoration Emergency storm damage restoration for wind, hail, flood, fire, mold, and structural damage including debris removal, water mitigation, and full reconstruction.
• Mold Remediation Professional mold inspection, containment, removal, and restoration services including black mold remediation, air filtration, antimicrobial treatment, and moisture source identification to prevent recurrence.
• Crime Scene & Biohazard Cleanup OSHA- and EPA-compliant biohazard remediation, bloodborne pathogen removal, trauma scene decontamination, and full sanitization for residential and commercial properties.
• Reconstruction Services Full-service residential and commercial reconstruction after fire, water, mold, and storm damage including emergency stabilization, structural repairs, permit acquisition, and full rebuild services.
• Remodeling Services Home remodeling services including kitchen and bathroom remodels, room additions, family room renovations, deck construction, and whole-home remodels.
• Household & Textile Cleaning Contents restoration for personal belongings damaged by fire, water, or mold including clothing, upholstery, electronics, documents, and furniture using ultrasonic cleaning and freeze-drying methods.
• Board-Up Services 24/7 emergency board-up and property stabilization for securing damaged properties after fire, storm, vandalism, or structural damage to prevent weather exposure and unauthorized access.
• Hoarder Cleanup Compassionate hoarder house cleaning and restoration including biohazard cleanup, mold remediation, structural repairs, and deodorization with empathetic approach to privacy and well-being.
• Large Loss Restoration Large-scale commercial property restoration for complete property losses including office buildings and industrial facilities, with complex insurance claims coordination.
• Property Manager Solutions Commercial restoration services for property management portfolios including multifamily housing, retail, hospitality, and education facilities with disaster planning support.
• Government Solutions Restoration and reconstruction services for local, state, and federal government facilities as a GSA Schedule 84 partner.
• First Priority Program Proactive disaster planning and priority emergency response program for risk managers, property managers, and facility directors with 24/7 national call center access.

Quantifiable outcome

• 183 operational franchises reporting average gross sales of $6,006,779 for FY 2024
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• FirstService ResidentialcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 April 2026Paul Davis acquired its franchised operation covering Cleveland and Akron, Ohio markets from FirstService's network, expanding company-owned operations in the Midwest as part of FirstService's strategy of converting franchised locations to company-owned operations.
• FirstService BrandscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 April 2026Paul Davis is part of FirstService Brands, which includes multiple service franchises. CEO Mike Hopkins brings 35 years of experience within FirstService Brands, having started as a CollegePro Painters franchisee in 1992.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Servpro Industries: Servpro is the largest property damage restoration franchise network in North America with over 2,000 franchises, offering water, fire, mold, and storm restoration with very similar service categories and insurance preferred-vendor relationships to Paul Davis.
• BELFOR Holdings: BELFOR is the global leader in commercial and large-loss property restoration, competing directly with Paul Davis's commercial and large-loss service lines; both serve insurance carrier panels and complex reconstruction projects.
• ServiceMaster Restore: ServiceMaster Restore is a sister brand to ServiceMaster Clean under the ServiceMaster parent, offering water, fire, and mold restoration with franchise-based distribution and insurance relationships directly comparable to Paul Davis.
• PuroClean: PuroClean is a franchise-based property damage restoration company offering water, fire, mold, and biohazard cleanup; it competes head-to-head with Paul Davis in residential and small-commercial markets through a similar franchise model.
• Rainbow Restoration (Neighborly): Rainbow Restoration is the restoration franchise brand within Neighborly's portfolio of home services, providing water, fire, and mold restoration services through franchise locations competing directly with Paul Davis.

Broad incumbents

• ServiceMaster Company: ServiceMaster is the parent company of multiple franchise brands including ServiceMaster Restore, Merry Maids, and Terminix; it operates as a broad incumbent across home services with restoration as a key segment.

Others

• FirstService Corporation: FirstService Corporation is Paul Davis's publicly-traded parent company (NASDAQ: FSV), providing property services through multiple franchise brands including Paul Davis, California Closets, and CertaPro Painters; relevant as the strategic and capital backer.
• CoreLogic (insurance property data): CoreLogic provides property data, analytics, and claims-management tools used by insurance carriers and restoration vendors; it is adjacent ecosystem infrastructure that influences how Paul Davis receives and processes insurance claim assignments.

Emerging players

• 1-800 Water Damage: 1-800 Water Damage is a growing franchise specializing in water damage restoration, offering a more focused service menu than Paul Davis but competing in the same residential water-emergency segment.
• RestorePro Reconstruction: RestorePro Reconstruction is a regional restoration contractor focused on water, fire, and storm reconstruction in the southeastern US, competing with Paul Davis's commercial and residential rebuild services.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/PDRestorationInc
• Facebookfacebook.com/pauldavisrestorationinc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/paul-davis-restoration
• Instagraminstagram.com/pauldavisrestorationinc/?hl=en
• Xx.com/pdrestoration

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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