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1-800-PLUMBER Awards New Franchise

Houston, Texas (June 2, 2010) – Today , 1-800-Home Services Group Ltd ® announced that it has awarded the Augusta West, GA 1-800-PLUMBER® franchise to Mr. Billy Bridges. Aside from offering a memorable name, 1-800-PLUMBER® provides its plumbing franchisees the latest technology and training, field support, marketing and sales guidance.

“Most of the plumbing professionals we interviewed had reoccurring challenges,” explained Jim Pierce, President and CEO of 1-800-PLUMBER®. “They were bogged down with administrative work and didn’t have the sales and marketing support to develop a memorable brand. We created a plumbing franchise model that provides that support so they can focus on delivering excellent customer service and top-notch work.”

Billy knows that the 1-800-PLUMBER® brand offers more than just a remarkable name. “We have not only found a better way to stand out in our community with the easy to remember name, but also with better customer service, starting with a live 24 hours call center.” said Mr. Bridges “ we are looking forward to building a better company for our community.” he added.

“We are happy to welcome Billy and his family to the 1-800-PLUMBER® group of companies. With Billy’s background in plumbing and his dedication to customer service we are excited to have him as a franchisee” added Mr. Pierce.

For more information on 1-800-PLUMBER®, please visit the website www.1800PLUMBER.com or call 1-800-758-6237.

About 1-800 Home Services Group Ltd ®

1-800-Home Services Group Ltd ®offers franchise opportunities in both the United States and Canada. They serve residential and commercial customers with contractor services in plumbing, drain cleaning, heating/cooling, and home services. Its companies include 1-800 Franchise Group, Inc. CONNECTUS Real Estate, Inc. CONNECTUS, LLC. CONNECTUS Warehouse, LLC. CONNECTUS Advertising Company, LLC. CONNECTUS Financing Services, LLC. IPR Plumber, LLC.

1-800-PLUMBER Awards New Franchise

Houston, Texas (January 29, 2010) – Today , 1-800-Home Services Group Ltd ® announced that it has awarded the Council Bluffs, Iowa 1-800-PLUMBER® franchise to Mr. Ty Felten. Aside from offering a memorable name, 1-800-PLUMBER® provides its plumbing franchisees with a central 24-hour call and dispatch center, the latest technology and training, field support, marketing and sales guidance.

“Most of the plumbing professionals we interviewed had reoccurring challenges,” explained Jim Pierce, President and CEO of 1-800-PLUMBER®. “They were bogged down with administrative work and didn’t have the sales and marketing support to develop a memorable brand. We created a plumbing franchise model that provides that support so they can focus on delivering excellent customer service and top-notch work.”

Ty knows that the 1-800-PLUMBER® brand offers more than just a remarkable name. “I have always strived to find the best opportunities in the plumbing industry to serve my customers, my technicians, and myself. I now belong to the franchise who’s standards by which all other plumbing companies will be measured.” said Ty.

“We are happy to welcome Ty and his family to the 1-800-PLUMBER® group of companies. With Ty’s background in plumbing and his dedication to customer service we are excited to have him as a franchisee” added Mr. Pierce.

For more information on 1-800-PLUMBER®, please visit the website www.1800PLUMBER.com or call Milton Dunlop at 1-800-758-6237.

About 1-800 Home Services Group Ltd ®

1-800-Home Services Group Ltd ®offers franchise opportunities in both the United States and Canada. They serve residential and commercial customers with contractor services in plumbing, drain cleaning, heating/cooling, and home services. Its companies include 1-800 Franchise Group, Inc. CONNECTUS Real Estate, Inc. CONNECTUS, LLC. CONNECTUS Warehouse, LLC. CONNECTUS Advertising Company, LLC. CONNECTUS Financing Services, LLC. IPR Plumber, LLC.

1-800-PLUMBER Awards New Franchise

Houston, Texas (December 17, 2009) – Today , 1-800-Home Services Group Ltd ® announced that it has awarded the Fort Collins, Colorado 1-800-PLUMBER® franchise to Mr. Rodney Henrichsen. Aside from offering a memorable name, 1-800-PLUMBER® provides its plumbing franchisees with a central 24-hour call and dispatch center, the latest technology and training, field support, marketing and sales guidance.

“We spent years researching and developing a plumbing franchise model that allows independent plumbers to achieve maximum growth and profitability while focusing on what they do best – plumbing, heating and cooling,” says Jim Pierce, President and CEO of 1-800-PLUMBER®.

Rodney knows that the 1-800-PLUMBER® brand will keep him competitive now, and into the future. “Of all the companies I’ve seen over the years, this hit me to be a simple but strong name that will stand out above all others in the plumbing industry” said Rodney. “The best part of it all is the contact center, which is bar-none the most professional. From the moment a customer calls, they are assured that the plumbing technician will be able to serve them in the most prompt and professional manner. No more data entry or customers slipping through the cracks, which is the biggest problem we all have in this trade” added Rodney. Rodney is a third generation plumbing contractor from the Fort Collins area.

“We are happy to welcome Rodney and his family to the 1-800-PLUMBER® group of companies. With Rodney’s background in plumbing and his dedication to customer service we are excited to have him as a franchisee” added Mr. Pierce.

For more information on 1-800-PLUMBER®, please visit the website www.1800PLUMBER.com or call Milton Dunlop at 1-800-758-6237.

About 1-800 Home Services Group Ltd ®

1-800-Home Services Group Ltd ®offers franchise opportunities in both the United States and Canada. They serve residential and commercial customers with contractor services in plumbing, drain cleaning, heating/cooling, and home services. Its companies include 1-800 Franchise Group, Inc. CONNECTUS Real Estate, Inc. CONNECTUS, LLC. CONNECTUS Warehouse, LLC. CONNECTUS Advertising Company, LLC. CONNECTUS Financing Services, LLC. IPR Plumber, LLC.

1-800-PLUMBER Awards New Franchise

Houston, Texas (November 11, 2009) – Today , 1-800-Home Services Group Ltd ® announced that it has awarded the Greenville, South Carolina 1-800-PLUMBER franchise to Mr. Tim Handford. Aside from offering a memorable name, 1-800-PLUMBER provides its plumbing franchisees with a central 24-hour call and dispatch center, the latest technology and training, as well as field, marketing and sales support.

“We spent years researching and developing a plumbing franchise model that allows independent plumbers to achieve maximum growth and profitability while focusing on what they do best – plumbing, heating and cooling,” says Jim Pierce, President and CEO of 1-800- PLUMBER.

With his focus to build his service business, Tim knows that the 1-800-PLUMBER® brand will keep him competitive now, and into the future. “When I first heard of 1800 PLUMBER, I knew I had to be a part of it. With 1800 PLUMBER I feel I can soar to new heights and advance the industry. The name alone is easy to remember. And if you remember the name, you remember the number. That is every business owner’s dream” Tim said. Tim has been serving the Greenville market in the plumbing business since 2003.

“We are happy to welcome Tim and his family to the 1-800- PLUMBER® group of companies. With Tim’s background in plumbing and his dedication to customer service we are excited to have him as a franchisee” added Mr. Pierce.

For more information on 1-800-PLUMBER®, please visit the website www.1800PLUMBER.com or call Milton Dunlop at 1-800-758-6237 ext 3024.

About 1-800 Home Services Group Ltd ®

1-800 Home Services Group Ltd ®offers franchise opportunities in both the United States and Canada serving residential and commercial customers with contractor services in plumbing, drain cleaning, heating/cooling, and home services. Its companies include 1-800 Franchise Group, Inc. CONNECTUS Real Estate, Inc. CONNECTUS, LLC. CONNECTUS Warehouse, LLC. CONNECTUS Advertising Company, LLC. CONNECTUS Financing Services, LLC. IPR Plumber, LLC.

1-800-Plumber Awards New Franchise

Houston, Texas (October 29, 2009) – 1-800 Home Services Group Ltd ® today announced it has awarded the Northeast Atlanta, Georgia 1-800-PLUMBER franchise to Mr. Jeff Ballard. Jeff says he has been looking for the systems and technology to grow his 54 year old company and believes he has found it in the 1-800- PLUMBER® franchise. “1-800- PLUMBER® brings extraordinary industry experience to my business. The systems they have developed, like the Electronic Technician, are cutting edge within the plumbing business” says Jeff.

“We are happy to welcome Jeff to the 1-800- PLUMBER® group of companies. With Jeff’s enthusiasm and determination we are excited to have him as a franchisee.” says Jim Pierce, President and CEO of 1-800- PLUMBER®.

For more information on 1-800-PLUMBER®, please visit the website www.1800PLUMBER.com or call 1-800-758-6237.

About 1-800 Home Services Group Ltd ®

1-800 Home Services Group Ltd ®offers franchise opportunities in both the United States and Canada serving residential and commercial customers with contractor services in plumbing, drain cleaning, heating/cooling, and home services. Its companies include 1-800 Franchise Group, Inc. CONNECTUS Real Estate, Inc. CONNECTUS, LLC.. CONNECTUS Warehouse, LLC. CONNECTUS Advertising Company, LLC. CONNECTUS Financing Services, LLC. IPR Plumber, LLC.

1-800-Plumber Awards New Franchise

Houston, Texas (October 26, 2009) – 1-800 Home Services Group Ltd ® today announced it has awarded the Naples, Florida 1-800-PLUMBER franchise to Mr. Mike Ciaramitaro. Mike has made a career in the plumbing business, starting his own business with one truck and growing it to a multi-million dollar plumbing operation. Mike has tested the value of the 1-800-PLUMBER® number and says “it helped grow my customer base because customers don’t need to look up your number, the name says it all. Everyone knows the value of the 1-800-PLUMBER® number and I want to be part of it.”

“We are excited to welcome Mike to the 1-800- PLUMBER® group of companies. With Mike’s experience in the business, and the 1-800- PLUMBER® brand, I am confident we have another winning team.” says Jim Pierce, President and CEO of 1-800- PLUMBER®.

For more information on 1-800-PLUMBER®, please visit the website www.1800PLUMBER.com or call 1-800-758-6237.

About 1-800 Home Services Group Ltd ®

1-800 Home Services Group Ltd ®offers franchise opportunities in both the United States and Canada serving residential and commercial customers with contractor services in plumbing, drain cleaning, heating/cooling, and home services. Its companies include 1-800 Franchise Group, Inc. CONNECTUS Real Estate, Inc. CONNECTUS, LLC. CONNECTUS Warehouse, LLC. CONNECTUS Advertising Company, LLC. CONNECTUS Financing Services, LLC. IPR Plumber, LLC.

1-800-Plumber Awards New Franchise

Houston, Texas (October 22, 2009) – 1-800 Home Services Group Ltd ® today announced it has awarded the Northwest San Antonio, Texas 1-800-PLUMBER franchise to Mr. Ben Rivas. Aside from offering a memorable name, 1-800-PLUMBER provides its plumbing franchisees with a central 24-hour call and dispatch center, the latest technology and training, as well as field, marketing and sales support.

“We spent years researching and developing a plumbing franchise model that allows independent plumbers to achieve maximum growth and profitability while focusing on what they do best – plumbing, heating and cooling,” says Jim Pierce, President and CEO of 1-800- PLUMBER.

With his focus to build his service business, Ben knows that the 1-800-PLUMBER® brand will keep him competitive now, and into the future. Ben, a veteran of the United States Navy, says “I have been looking for an opportunity to grow my plumbing service and 1-800- PLUMBER® has developed the technology and systems to do it.” Ben has been serving the San Antonio market in the plumbing business since 2005.

“We are happy to welcome Ben and his family to the 1-800- PLUMBER® group of companies. With Ben’s background in the Navy and his dedication to customer service we are excited to have Ben as a franchisee.” added Jim Pierce.

For more information on 1-800-PLUMBER®, please visit the website www.1800PLUMBER.com or call 1-800-758-6237.

About 1-800 Home Services Group Ltd ®

1-800 Home Services Group Ltd ®offers franchise opportunities in both the United States and Canada serving residential and commercial customers with contractor services in plumbing, drain cleaning, heating/cooling, and home services. Its companies include 1-800 Franchise Group, Inc. CONNECTUS Real Estate, Inc. CONNECTUS, LLC. CONNECTUS Warehouse, LLC. CONNECTUS Advertising Company, LLC. CONNECTUS Financing Services, LLC. IPR Plumber, LLC.