American Residential Services (ARS®/Rescue Rooter®) is one of the nation’s largest providers of heating, air conditioning, indoor air quality, plumbing, drain cleaning, electrical, and sewer services for residential and light commercial customers, operating through a nationwide network of company-owned locations.
Formed in 1980, ARS grew by bringing together trusted local and regional service companies and later joined with Rescue Rooter, a plumbing brand founded in 1975, under shared ownership by ServiceMaster in the late 1990s. Today, ARS/Rescue Rooter is headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, with locations across 24 states and Washington, DC, delivering essential services to homes and businesses nationwide.
ARS/Rescue Rooter is known for its focus on reliable service, skilled professionals, and consistent standards across its network. Specialists and comfort advisors receive ongoing training and background screening, and all work is supported by the company’s Exceptional Service Guarantee, which reflects a commitment to addressing customer concerns and maintaining high service standards. If customers are dissatisfied, the company works to resolve issues and make things right.
ARS/Rescue Rooter continues to grow by partnering with and acquiring well-regarded home service providers and working closely with leading suppliers and retailers. In 2020, GI Partners made a majority investment in ARS, alongside existing investor Charlesbank Capital Partners and company management, to support continued growth, innovation, and long-term improvements in customer experience.
Community Service
ARS/Rescue Rooter supports communities through its company-wide ARS Cares initiative, which provides free HVAC systems and water heaters to selected community heroes. The company also supports organizations such as St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and the Tim Tebow Foundation’s Night to Shine, and contributes to a range of local charities across its operating locations.
Four Seasons Heating and Air Conditioning is the Midwest's #1 HVAC, plumbing, and electrical contractor with a service area that includes all of Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana. Founded in 1971 as a one man, one truck company, we have since expanded to over 1,000 employees and over 600 trucks.
We offer HVAC repair, maintenance and installation as well as plumbing, electrical, air duct cleaning, and indoor air quality products for both residential and commercial customers.
Four Seasons is committed to honesty, customer satisfaction, and fair pricing in every job we perform. Our A+ rating from the BBB and 10 consecutive years winning the Angie's List Super Service Award are evidence of this unending commitment. As a two-time winner of the BBB Torch Award for Ethics, Four Seasons believes in taking care of their employees just as well as their customers. The Chicago Tribune has named us among its list of Top Workplaces in Chicago.
We offer 24 Hour repair services with no extra charge for nights, weekends, or holidays. Our live customer support center is always standing by ready to take your call.
Every Four Seasons job comes with a 2-year satisfaction guarantee. Be sure to join our e-mail list for all the latest information on new products, services, and special pricing.
Visit our blog on our site for helpful tips and information on how to properly care and maintain your HVAC system!
Whether your plan is to start an electrical service business, grow or sell, when you join our family of brands, you will not be alone.You will be part of a nationwide network of residential service contractors. Many had established businesses before they made the decision to convert. Mister Sparky® is a brand leader that’s ranked # 1 in Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500 electrical services (2014 - 2017, 2019).
It’s easy to see we’re doing something different to help our franchisee owners achieve their goals.
We are not your typical franchise. Our operating model offers you a proven system for success and achieving the next business goal you've set for yourself.
When you come onboard with us, you’ll realize:
- You can do so much more for your customers, your employees and yourself.
- Contractors who qualify may receive financial support to help in the transition.
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Mister Sparky® Electric is part of the franchise brands of Clockwork Inc., and the Authority Brands family.