News & Media Member Press Releases Posted March 16, 2026 Z PLUMBERZ of Livingston Honored as ‘Franchise of the Year’ at BELFOR Franchise Group’s Annual Conference BELFOR Franchise Group Z Plumberz Share Local Plumbing Company Recognized for Outstanding Work Ethic and Customer Service Focus MICHIGAN – Z PLUMBERZ of Livingston, the full-service, fast-growing plumbing franchise that provides efficient plumbing solutions for residential and commercial clients alike, has been honored as the 2025 Franchise of the Year at BELFOR Franchise Group’s annual convention. Z PLUMBERZ of Livingston was established in 2024, and is owned and operated by Tony Borrelli. Tony has been in the plumbing industry for over two decades, and was the General Manager of Z PLUMBERZ of North America for five years before starting his own franchise location. He received the Franchise of the Year award in recognition of his dedication to providing reliable residential and commercial plumbing services that customers can turn to during times of need. “Winning this award is a true honor and a great validation in our overarching ethos that we live by: ‘Do the right thing, even when no one is watching,’” said Tony Borrelli, owner of Z PLUMBERZ of Livingston. “Our business is set apart by our dedication to doing things the right way, even if it’s not the easy way. I would like to shout out my incredible team that has made this recognition possible: my deepest thanks to Nick Clark, my project manager and right hand man; Nathan Fleming, my lead service technician; as well as my outstanding apprentices Landon Wood, Will Borrelli, and Jason King.” “Tony embodies the core values of the Z PLUMBERZ brand due to his unwavering commitment to raising the bar in the plumbing industry,” said Matt O’Rourke, President of Z PLUMBERZ. “Tony and his team’s dedication to providing exceptional service, which is clearly reflected in their perfect 5-star customer rating, has truly set their business apart. We’re delighted to see him win the Franchise of the Year award and look forward to seeing his continued success and growth as a top-performing franchise owner.” Since its founding in 2007, Z PLUMBERZ has remained dedicated to providing expert plumbing services with honesty, compassion, and enthusiasm. As a one-stop shop for customers’ plumbing installation and repair needs, Z PLUMBERZ offers same-day, licensed service. In addition to providing expert repairs that last, Z PLUMBERZ professionals prioritize keeping customers informed about the latest plumbing topics, services, and solutions. Z PLUMBERZ thoroughly explains each of their repairs and services so customers can make well-informed plumbing decisions. In doing so, Z PLUMBERZ strives to approach every service call with the same care and attention they would provide in their own homes. Z PLUMBERZ has the added advantage of being part of the BELFOR Franchise Group family of brands. BELFOR Franchise Group is the world’s largest residential and commercial services franchisor based on geographic footprint, and has over a decade of experience growing brands and helping entrepreneurs grow their businesses through industry-leading training, support and equipment, turnkey business models, and ongoing coaching and business development. Its national acclaim will aid Z PLUMBERZ of Livingston in its endeavors to become a trusted resource for local homeowners. To request a service from Z PLUMBERZ of Livingston, call them at (248) 247-7744 or email livingston@zplumberz.com. About Z PLUMBERZ Founded in 2007, Z PLUMBERZ is a full-service, fast-growing plumbing franchise with humble beginnings in the Midwest. Since there is no such thing as a convenient plumbing problem, Z PLUMBERZ provides expert repairs the first time while educating customers about the inner workings of their home or business in the process. The plumbing franchise provides a wide array of services, including emergency repairs, appliance and fixture repairs, drain maintenance, pipe repair, and more. Z PLUMBERZ places an emphasis on building lasting relationships with residents and businesses through quality customer service. In addition, their experienced plumbers work 24/7 to ensure long-lasting and reliable plumbing, drain and sewer solutions in residential, commercial and industrial settings. To learn more about Z PLUMBERZ and to request a service, visit zplumberz.com. About BELFOR Franchise Group BELFOR Franchise Group is the world’s largest residential and commercial services franchise group based on geographic footprint. The privately held, multi-concept franchise system is a division of BELFOR Property Restoration, the world’s largest disaster restoration company. For over a decade, BELFOR Franchise Group has empowered entrepreneurs by offering industry-leading training, turnkey business models, and ongoing coaching and business development. BELFOR Franchise Group is the parent organization of 15 of the strongest service-based franchise opportunities for home and commercial cleaning and restoration. 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