The Leak Detective vs Rainbow Restoration Franchise

The Leak Detective and Rainbow Restoration are both UK franchise opportunities listed on Franchise Hunt. The Leak Detective has the lower minimum investment at £23,395, compared with £55,000 for Rainbow Restoration. Rainbow Restoration is the older brand, established in 1981. Rainbow Restoration operates the larger UK network with 300 outlets versus 17.

FactThe Leak DetectiveRainbow Restoration
Minimum investment£23,395£55,000
Founded20171981
UK outlets17300
Training includedYesYes
FinancingThird PartyThird Party
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The Leak Detective vs Rainbow Restoration FAQ

Which is cheaper, The Leak Detective or Rainbow Restoration?

The Leak Detective is the cheaper franchise of the two, starting from £23,395 compared with £55,000 for Rainbow Restoration. These are minimum investment figures; total project cost may be higher.

Which has been around longer, The Leak Detective or Rainbow Restoration?

Rainbow Restoration is the older brand, established in 1981, while The Leak Detective was founded in 2017.

Which has more UK outlets, The Leak Detective or Rainbow Restoration?

Rainbow Restoration runs the larger UK network with 300 outlets compared with 17 for The Leak Detective.

Do The Leak Detective and Rainbow Restoration both include training?

The Leak Detective and Rainbow Restoration both include training for new franchisees.

Is financing available for The Leak Detective and Rainbow Restoration?

The Leak Detective financing: Third Party. Rainbow Restoration financing: Third Party. Contact each franchisor directly to confirm available funding support.

Reviewed by the Franchise Hunt editorial team. Last updated 15 May 2026.