Unique Franchise Concept Signs on First Connecticut Owner, First Sole-Female Operation

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Seattle, Wash. - 1-800-WATER DAMAGE, the nation's leading franchise specializing in water damage restoration for homes and businesses, announced today it has signed a breakthrough agreement with entrepreneur Charlene Keating to develop the first 1-800-WATER DAMAGE franchise location in Connecticut. The deal marks the rapidly growing franchise system's first location to be run solely by a female owner, rare for the male-dominated restoration industry.

Keating anticipates launching her Hartford franchise later this summer.

Eric Little, director of franchise development for 1-800-WATER DAMAGE, said Keating was an ideal choice to represent the franchise brand in the Hartford area.

"As an experienced professional with background in multiple fields and outstanding customer service, we are excited on many levels to have Charlene represent the 1-800-WATER DAMAGE brand for our first Connecticut franchise," Little said.

1-800-WATER DAMAGE, with more than 70 locations operating across the United States, offers homes and businesses a wide array of water damage restoration services, including: water extraction; basement, crawl space and structural drying; dehumidifying; odor removal and disinfecting. Technicians respond to customers within 90 minutes.

"I've always wanted to operate my own business, but I didn't want to settle for the first thing to come along," said Keating, who previously worked as a respiratory therapist. "After researching several opportunities, I was attracted to the idea of filling such a unique niche with a reputable brand like 1-800-WATER DAMAGE. I'm proud to bring quality customer service to the Connecticut community and I look forward to breaking more boundaries as a female owner in the highly specialized water damage restoration industry."

ABOUT 1-800-WATER DAMAGE
1-800-WATER DAMAGE offers homes and businesses a wide array of water damage restoration services, including: water extraction; basement, crawl space and structural drying; dehumidifying; odor removal and disinfecting. Technicians respond to customers within 90 minutes. Since re-branding near the end of 2004, 1-800-WATER DAMAGE has signed over 60 franchise agreements and now has units operating in 13 states around the nation. 1-800-WATER DAMAGE franchise businesses typically open in less than 90 days. For more information, contact 206-381-3047 or visit www.1800waterdamage.com.

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