Contractor Nation

What Contractor Nation does

Contractor Nation, founded in 1987 by Larry Janesky and headquartered on an 11-building campus in Seymour, CT, is a privately held network of home improvement and repair contractor dealerships operating across 32 states. The company recruits, trains, and supplies contractors who operate as exclusive or non-exclusive dealers of nine service brands covering basement waterproofing (Basement Systems), crawl space encapsulation (CleanSpace), basement finishing (Total Basement Finishing), home energy retrofitting (Dr. Energy Saver), attic insulation (Attic Systems), roofing (Klaus Roofing Systems), gutters (Gutter Shutter), radon mitigation (National Radon Defense), and air purification and dehumidification (CN Air Group). Supporting the dealer network is a bundled stack of proprietary products backed by 32 patents, the 'Book of Solutions' sales methodology, custom dealer sales software, the School of Entrepreneurship training program, Treehouse Marketing (in-house digital marketing), and MoreHouse Finance (in-house consumer financing).

Name

Contractor Nation

Legal name

Contractor Nation

Website

https://contractornation.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Contractor Dealer Network Services

NAICS

Specialty Trade Contractors (238), Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors (238220), Building Equipment Contractors (2382)

SIC

Construction - Special Trade Contractors (1700)

akta.pro primary industry

Residential General Contracting (New Build) (IMAFAAAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Plumbing & Pipefitting Contracting (IMAFALAC), HVAC & Refrigeration Contracting (IMAFALAB)

Keywords

• Home improvement contracting
• Contractor dealer networks
• Basement waterproofing systems
• Contractor business coaching
• Contractor sales training

Headquarters

HQ city

Seymour

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Dealer Network Membership Fees: Contractors pay to become exclusive or non-exclusive dealers of Contractor Nation's service brands (Dr. Energy Saver, Attic Systems, Total Basement Finishing, Klaus Roofing Systems, Gutter Shutter, National Radon Defense, CN Air Group, Basement Systems, CleanSpace)
2. Materials Sales to Dealers: Exclusive dealers pledge to buy materials from Contractor Nation, including specialty products and accessories
3. School of Entrepreneurship: Multi-year educational subscription service with monthly fee until graduation, teaching leadership and business skills to contractors
4. Financing Services: MoreHouse Finance provides in-house financing to homeowners for projects sold by dealers
5. Training and Support Services: Marketing, sales training, production training, and dealer support provided to network members

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels10 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Contractor Nation operates a network of home improvement contractor dealer networks under nine service brands, including Basement Systems, CleanSpace, Total Basement Finishing, Dr. Energy Saver, Attic Systems, Klaus Roofing Systems, Gutter Shutter, National Radon Defense, and CN Air Group. The company equips contractors with proprietary sales systems (Book of Solutions), marketing services (Treehouse), business training (School of Entrepreneurship), in-house financing (MoreHouse Finance), exclusive territories, and patented specialty products.

Product overview

Contractor Nation is a network of home improvement and repair contractor dealer networks offering both exclusive and non-exclusive dealership opportunities. The core products consist of specialized home services: Basement Systems (waterproofing) and CleanSpace (crawl space encapsulation) from 1987, Total Basement Finishing (basement finishing with inorganic materials), Dr. Energy Saver and Attic Systems (energy efficiency/insulation), Klaus Roofing Systems and Gutter Shutter (exterior services), National Radon Defense (indoor air quality), and CN Air Group (air purification/dehumidification). Supporting services include the School of Entrepreneurship (business training by founder Larry Janesky), Treehouse Marketing, and MoreHouse Finance (in-house financing). The company operates the 11-building headquarters campus in Seymour, CT with over 2,000 employees.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Dr. Energy Saver: Home energy retrofitting dealer network offering air sealing, duct encapsulation and insulation services.
• Attic Systems
• Total Basement Finishing
• Klaus Roofing Systems
• Gutter Shutter
• National Radon Defense
• CN Air Group
• Basement Systems
• CleanSpace
• School of Entrepreneurship (SOE)
• Treehouse Marketing
• MoreHouse Finance

Products and services

• Basement Systems Dealer Network Exclusive dealer network for basement waterproofing services using patented products including WaterGuard, Triple Safe Sump Pump, and SaniDry Sedona systems. Targets home improvement contractors seeking exclusive territories.
• CleanSpace Dealer Network Dealer network offering crawl space encapsulation system invented by Contractor Nation using inorganic materials to prevent moisture and mold. Targets contractors in home repair and foundation services.
• Total Basement Finishing Dealer Network Exclusive dealer network for basement finishing using inorganic materials resistant to mold and water damage. Crews install $4,000-$6,000 per day. Targets contractors seeking basement finishing territory.
• Dr. Energy Saver Dealer Network Exclusive dealer network for home energy retrofitting services including air sealing, duct encapsulation, and insulation. Crews install $6,000-$9,000 of work per day. Targets contractors in the energy efficiency space.
• Attic Systems Dealer Network Non-exclusive dealer network for attic insulation and air sealing services. Positioned as a stand-alone opportunity or add-on for other contractors. Targets contractors looking to add attic services.
• Klaus Roofing Systems Dealer Network Exclusive dealer network for premium asphalt roofing using the 'Klaus Roofing Way' value-added system. Crews install $10,000-$17,000 full roofs per day. Targets roofing contractors seeking differentiation from price competition.
• Gutter Shutter Dealer Network Exclusive dealer network for a premium gutter system. Crews install $5,000-$8,000 of work per day from specially outfitted trucks. Targets contractors seeking premium gutter offerings.
• National Radon Defense Dealer Network Dealer network for radon testing and mitigation services. Salespeople run three leads per day, crews install two typical jobs per day. Targets contractors in indoor air quality.
• CN Air Group Dealer Network Non-exclusive dealer network for air purification and dehumidification featuring Aspen Air Purifier and SuperDry XS products. Targets HVAC, mold remediation, and other contractors seeking indoor air quality offerings.
• School of Entrepreneurship (SOE) Multi-year business and leadership training subscription service for contractors, taught by founder Larry Janesky. Free to network dealers; available to any contractor with monthly subscription fees.
• Treehouse Marketing Marketing services helping dealers become the best-marketed company in their local area through both online and offline channels. Operated via the Treehouse Internet Group.
• MoreHouse Finance In-house financing company that finances home improvement jobs sold by dealers, enabling monthly payment options for homeowners.

Quantifiable outcome

• Contractors can make 20 years of progress in 10 years
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Atlanta Basement SystemscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 May 2021New 15th partnership company opening in Alpharetta, GA with 33,000 sq ft office and warehouse. Josh Sulfridge as General Manager. Provides basement waterproofing, crawl space repair, foundation repair, basement finishing and other home services.
• Southeast Foundation & Crawl Space RepaircoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 March 2021Acquired Clinton, NC award-winning provider of foundation and crawl space repair, basement waterproofing, concrete leveling and humidity control. Network member since 2010. Plans to add roofing and Gutter Shutter services.
• Quality 1st Basement SystemscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 February 2021Formal partnership with Cliffwood, NJ company since 1986 with 50+ employees. Joined network in 2001. Tom Roman as owner, Bob Cherry as General Manager. Serves 400+ towns in central and northern NJ. Expanded to include roofing and gutters.
• Frank's Basement SystemscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 February 2021Partnership with Tonawanda, NY company providing basement waterproofing, foundation and crawl space repair and plumbing for 35+ years. New 60,000 sq ft headquarters purchased. Frank DiMaria as founder, Frank DiMaria Jr as General Manager.
• The JunkluggerscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 September 2019Eco-friendly junk removal franchise partnership where Contractor Nation is minority equity partner. The junk removal service moved their Stamford corporate office to Contractor Nation's campus in Seymour, CT. Junkluggers has 21 existing franchisees with plans to expand rapidly to Pasadena CA, Columbus OH, Knoxville TN and other markets.
• Frontier Basement SystemscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 September 2019Partnership with Nashville, TN area basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, foundation repair company. 80 employees at Joelton headquarters. Serves 450+ towns in Greater Nashville area and Kentucky. Layne and Judy Gebers remain as co-owners.
• Klaus Larsen / Klaus Roofing SystemscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 September 2019Launch of Klaus Roofing Systems Network in partnership with Klaus Larsen, owner of Klaus Larsen Roofing. Mission to improve lives of roofing contractors. Six operations running initially. Klaus Larsen as President, Stephanie Pelizzari as VP. Equal equity partners with Larry Janesky.
• Lowcountry Basement SystemscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 September 2019Contractor Nation invested in Rincon, GA-based company serving Savannah, Columbus and Macon GA, and coastal SC from Hilton Head to Charleston. 35 employees, part of network since 2004. Rob and Nancy Videon remain as CEO and CFO.
• Mid-State Basement SystemscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 September 2019New 'All Things Basementy' company launched in Columbus OH providing basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, structural repair, and humidity/mold control. Larry Janesky owns the business. Located at 2219 Westbrooke Drive.
• Master Service CompaniescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 August 2019Acquired Knoxville, TN-based company providing basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, foundation repair and concrete leveling services. Nearly 200 employees at 3 offices in Knoxville, Indianapolis IN, and Winston-Salem NC. First network company acquired by Contractor Nation.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves12 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Authority Brands: Multi-brand home services franchisor backed by investment from Apax Partners, parent to brands including The Grounds Guys, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, Mister Sparky Electric, and Authority Heating & Cooling. Comparable as a similarly diversified home services franchise platform with broader category reach than Contractor Nation.
• Neighborly (formerly Dwyer Group): Largest multi-brand home services franchisor in North America, with brands such as Mr. Handyman, Rainbow Restoration, Molly Maid, and Aire Serv. Comparable to Contractor Nation as a multi-brand home services franchisor platform with deeper capital backing and broader service breadth.

Direct peers

• B-Dry Systems: Basement waterproofing franchise network operating a dealer model similar to Contractor Nation's Basement Systems brand. Directly comparable in category (basement waterproofing), dealer economics, and exclusive-territory franchise structure.
• Olshan Foundation Solutions: Foundation repair and basement waterproofing franchise with multiple regional locations. Comparable in specialty trade focus on foundation, waterproofing, and structural repair for residential customers.
• JES Foundation Repair: Foundation repair and basement waterproofing franchise with regional offices across the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast. Comparable as a multi-state specialty contractor network with similar service mix (basement waterproofing, foundation repair, crawl space encapsulation).
• Bone Dry Roofing: Roofing franchise network with multi-state dealer footprint. Directly comparable to Contractor Nation's Klaus Roofing Systems brand in dealer model, residential roofing focus, and franchise economics.
• Kitchen Tune-Up: Home improvement franchise network offering kitchen and bathroom remodeling services via franchisees. Comparable as a residential home improvement franchise with similar dealer/franchise recruitment and support model.
• Pillar To Post Home Inspectors: Largest home inspection franchise network in North America. Comparable as a multi-state home services franchise platform with similar dealer/operator economics and exclusive-territory model.
• Winmar Restoration: Property restoration franchise network serving residential and commercial customers across Canada and the U.S. Comparable as a multi-state home services franchise with adjacent specialty trades.
• Precision Garage Door: Garage door service and replacement franchise network with multi-state footprint. Comparable as a residential specialty services franchise operating under a unified brand and dealer model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/contractor.nation
• Xx.com/contractornatn

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries18 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Contractor Nation