Corona Plumbing Firm Joined National Franchise System
Owners of a local home-services business have converted their company into a Service Experts franchise.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Local Services
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Chris and Corina Griffin have transitioned their Corona business, Authority Plumbing, Heating and Air, into a Service Experts franchise. This move marks the first time an existing home-services provider has joined the national brand's network.
Why it matters
The couple joined the franchise system to accelerate the growth of their local home-services operations. Leveraging this national brand network allows the business to scale its services for residents in the Corona area.
Authority Plumbing, Heating and Air owners Chris and Corina Griffin bring over four decades of combined experience to the new Service Experts franchise. This partnership serves as the first instance of an existing firm converting to the national brand.
The players
Chris and Corina Griffin
Owners of the Corona-based plumbing, heating, and air business with over four decades of combined experience.
Service Experts
A national home-services brand based in Richardson, Texas, that specializes in HVAC and plumbing support.
The details
The owners completed a formal franchise conversion process to align their existing local business with the operational standards of Service Experts. This mechanism shifts the company from an independent model to a larger corporate network, aimed at scaling service delivery for local homeowners. The process involves integrating the local firm into the broader Service Experts brand framework while maintaining established local leadership.
Timeline
October 13, 2026: The business officially joined the franchise system.
The Home Front
This conversion highlights the ongoing consolidation of independent residential trades businesses into larger service franchises. By joining a national network, local firms often look to gain competitive advantages in technology and supply chains that independent shops may lack.
Residents in Corona should note that their existing local service provider is now operating under the Service Experts brand. If you have active service contracts, check with the office to see if your account details or service appointment scheduling processes have changed.
The takeaway
This business transition reflects a growing shift where local service companies integrate with national networks to enhance operational growth. Homeowners can reach out to their local provider to confirm how this change impacts ongoing maintenance or service calls.
Further reading
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