Yahoo · Sep 16, 2026
Roto-Rooter Buys Largest Franchisee Territory
CINCINNATI, Sept. 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Roto-Rooter Services Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of Chemed Corporation ("Chemed") (NYSE: CHE) announced it has acquired the largest independent Roto-Rooter franchise, serving a population of approximately 11 million people, for $60.6 million. Prior to the acquisition, this franchise had annual revenue of between $50.0 and $55.0 million. The territories acquired include Northern San Diego, Palm Springs, Ventura, Bakersfield, Lancaster, Fresno,


