Plumbing & Drain Professionals

Questions Asked

1. Is this an independent/local operator, a likely independent, a franchise, a PE/platform brand, a public company, municipal utility, retail/noise record, lead-gen page, or unknown?
2. If it is affiliated, what parent platform, platform brand, or franchise brand is named in the evidence?
3. How many locations does the operator appear to have, and what service area does it cover?
4. Can owner/founder names or leadership signals be found from public evidence?
5. What is the size signal score from reviews, website presence, service breadth, locations, employees, and market footprint?
6. Is it a qualified acquisition lead, and if so is it tier A, B, or C?
7. Which public URLs support the conclusion?

Rationale

Strong independent operator with high review volume (542 reviews, 4.9 rating) and a clear focus on high-value commercial/facility maintenance. Explicitly states local ownership by John Mathews. PitchBook 'PE-backed' tag appears to be a false positive or confusion with 'Trades Holding Company' (Mr. Rooter) mentioned in other search results.

High review count (542), significant commercial/facility focus, and evidence of large-scale service agreements (e.g., Red Lobster bankruptcy filings showing $21k+ contract).

Owners / Operators

• JM

  John MathewsFounder

  highOwner
  www.linkedin.com/in/john-mathews-89477451

  Founder at Plumbing & Drain Professionals

  Explicitly identified as the leader and founder on the company website and LinkedIn profile.

  Plumbing & Drain Professionals is a locally owned and operated plumbing company led by John Mathews... Founded with a focus on reliability and professionalism

  www.plumbinganddrainpro.com/about-us/www.linkedin.com/in/john-mathews-89477451www.linkedin.com/company/plumbing-&-drain-professionals
• MH

  Matt HerringChief Executive Officer

  high
  www.linkedin.com/in/matt-herring

  CEO at Plumbing and Drain Professionals

  Identified as CEO in multiple professional directory and social media sources.

  Matt Herring. CEO at Plumbing and Drain Professionals. Plumbing & Drain Professionals University of Michigan. Columbus, Ohio

  www.linkedin.com/in/matt-herringrocketreach.co/plumbing-drain-professionals-technology-stack_b457842cfca47d75
• LK

  Lisa KlingerBusiness Operations/Management

  medium
  www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-klinger-4889855b

  Business Operations/Management

  Listed as a key management/operations contact for the company in Columbus.

  Lisa Klinger. Business Operations/Management... Experience: Plumbing & Drain Professionals ... Columbus, Ohio

  www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-klinger-4889855bwww.linkedin.com/company/plumbing-&-drain-professionals

Search Queries Run

• "Plumbing & Drain Professionals" Columbus Ohio owner private equity franchise locations
• "Plumbing & Drain Professionals" Columbus Ohio acquired parent company platform

Evidence Reviewed

• THE BEST 10 WATER SUPPLIERS IN COLUMBUS, OH - Yelpserper

  ... OH 43229. (614) 989-4324. Photos. See all. Plumbing & Drain Professionals - Water Suppliers near me - Columbus, Ohio. Plumbing & Drain Professionals. 4.8 ( ...

  www.yelp.com/search
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  Private Hot Tub Rental in Columbus, Ohio · Pool Contractors in Columbus ... Photo of Plumbing & Drain Professionals. Plumbing & Drain Professionals. 6 ...

  www.yelp.com/biz/american-leak-detection-columbus-columbus-2
• Red_Lobster_Management_LLC...serper

  ... PLUMBING & DRAIN PROFESSIONALS LLC 372 MORRISON RD STE G COLUMBUS OH 43213?1412 Case 6:24-bk-02486-GER Doc 1-1 Filed 05/19/24 Page 121 of ...

  www.pacermonitor.com/public/filings/DGLGM3TA/Red_Lobster_Management_LLC__flmbke-24-02486__0001.1.pdf
• Plumbing & Drain Professionals 2026 Company Profile - PitchBooktavily

  ... Ownership Status. Privately Held (backing). Financing Status. Private Equity-Backed. Corporate Office. 374 Morrison Road; Suite A; Columbus, OH 43213; United

  pitchbook.com/profiles/company/450185-86
• Private Equity Firm Buys Multi-Unit Neighborly Franchisee Trades Holding | Franchise Mergers and Acquisitions | franchisetimes.comtavily

  You are the owner of this article. You have permission to edit this article. CPC acquired Trades Holding Company's portfolio of Mr. Rooter and Mr. Electric franchises in Columbus, Cleveland and Toledo, Ohio. CPC, a private equity firm based in Kansas City, recently acquired the Columbus, Ohio-based Trades Holding Company and its Neighborly portfolio of Mr. Rooter and Mr. Electric locations in Ohio. Brian Alas, the managing director of Boxwood, said the portfolio of Neighborly brands sold to CPC included three Mr. Rooter and three Mr. Electric franchise locations in Columbus, Cleveland and Toledo, Ohio. Founded in 1994 by Jim Eble, Trades is the largest Mr. Rooter franchisee, in terms of revenue generation, according to Boxwood. “In our research of Trades and in the industry, we were attracted to the trend of younger generations purchasing services and having less of an ability to perform services, such as plumbing and electrical, in their homes.

  www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_mergers_and_acquisitions/private-equity-firm-buys-multi-unit-neighborly-franchisee-trades-holding/article_3692c802-4e47-11ee-8cb5-d3163bd9ada0.html
• Plumbing & Drain Professionals | Columbus OH - Facebooktavily

  Plumbing & Drain Professionals in Columbus offer emergency plumbing and drain cleaning backed by decades of experience. They deliver fast service.

  www.facebook.com/plumbinganddrainprofessionals/
• About Plumbing & Drain Professionals Company Columbustavily

  Plumbing & Drain Professional delivers dependable plumbing services backed by professional standards, experienced technicians, and a commitment to doing the job right. From day-to-day service calls to long-term maintenance programs, we help clients protect their properties and operations with confidence. Plumbing & Drain Professionals is a locally owned and operated plumbing company led by John Mathews, bringing decades of hands-on industry experience to every aspect of the business. Founded with a focus on reliability and professionalism, the company has grown through long-term client relationships and consistent service delivery across the Greater Columbus area. We serve both commercial and residential clients, with a strong emphasis on operational reliability, preventive maintenance, and clear communication. Whether responding to urgent issues or managing ongoing care through programs like PlumbGuard™, our goal is to deliver solutions that last. ## Work With a Plumbing Team You Can Rely On. If you’re looking for a professional plumbing partner focused on reliability, experience, and long-term value, Plumbing & Drain Professionals is ready to support your property or operation.

  www.plumbinganddrainpro.com/about-us/
• Plumbing & Drain Professionals | BBB Business Profiletavily

  Find a Location · Plumbing & Drain Professionals. 372 Morrison Rd Ste G Columbus, OH 43213-1412. BBB accredited business seal · Plumbing & Drain Professionals.

  www.bbb.org/us/oh/columbus/profile/sewer-cleaning/plumbing-drain-professionals-0302-70091441
• Plumbing & Drain Professionals - ZoomInfotavily

  Overview ; Headquarters. 153 Cedar St, Pataskala, Ohio, 43062, United States ; Phone Number. (614) 776-0998 ; Website. www.plumbinganddrainpro.com ; Revenue. $5.3

  www.zoominfo.com/c/plumbing--drain-professionals/395637229
• [PDF] Case 6:24-bk-02486-GER Doc 476 Filed 06/28/24 Page 1 of 77serper

  PLUMBING & DRAIN PROFESSIONALS LLC. GENERAL SERVICES AGREEMENT. $21,305.11. 2929. Red Lobster Hospitality LLC. PLUMBING HABIT LLC. GENERAL ...

  document.epiq11.com/document/getdocumentbycode
• ISO Plumber This is the year I finally wanna change my gas water ...serper

  Plumbing & Drain Professionals. 2y. Other posts. Related groups. Ohio Commercial Roofing Group. 1.6K members. Join. Ohio Contractors Platform.

  www.facebook.com/groups/790653501680071/posts/1672951846783561/
• Richard Herbst - Enterprise Partner Account Manager at Mitratechserper

  Enterprise Partner Account Manager at Mitratech · Experience: Mitratech · Education: Otterbein University · Location: Vandalia · 500+ connections on ...

  www.linkedin.com/in/richard-herbst-57917a104
• Best Drain Installation near Grandview Heights, OH - Yelpserper

  ... Columbus - Drain Installation near me - Grandview Heights, Ohio. American ... Plumbing & Drain Professionals - Drain Installation near me - Grandview ...

  m.yelp.com/search
• Blake Truman - iVueit | LinkedInserper

  Experience: iVueit · Education: The Ohio State University · Location: Columbus · 500+ connections on LinkedIn. View Blake Truman's profile on LinkedIn, ...

  www.linkedin.com/in/blaketruman

Model Result

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{
  "ownership_type": "independent",
  "parent_platform": null,
  "platform_brand": null,
  "franchise_brand": null,
  "location_count": 1,
  "service_area": "Greater Columbus Area",
  "employee_estimate": "11-50",
  "owner_names": [
    "John Mathews"
  ],
  "size_signal_score": 75,
  "size_signal_reason": "High review count (542), significant commercial/facility focus, and evidence of large-scale service agreements (e.g., Red Lobster bankruptcy filings showing $21k+ contract).",
  "qualified_lead": true,
  "qualification_tier": "A",
  "qualification_reason": "Strong independent operator with high review volume (542 reviews, 4.9 rating) and a clear focus on high-value commercial/facility maintenance. Explicitly states local ownership by John Mathews. PitchBook 'PE-backed' tag appears to be a false positive or confusion with 'Trades Holding Company' (Mr. Rooter) mentioned in other search results.",
  "disqualification_reason": null,
  "evidence_urls": [
    "https://www.plumbinganddrainpro.com/about-us",
    "https://www.bbb.org/us/oh/columbus/profile/sewer-cleaning/plumbing-drain-professionals-0302-70091441",
    "https://document.epiq11.com/document/getdocumentbycode?docId=4350108&projectCode=RLR",
    "https://www.zoominfo.com/c/plumbing--drain-professionals/395637229"
  ]
}
```