All Brands Owned by Culligan International Company

What does Culligan International own?
The company's primary asset is the Culligan trademark and the dealer and service network behind it. It also owns acquired brands including Quench, Zip Water, and Harvey Water Softeners, plus international water businesses acquired from Primo.

Is Culligan publicly traded?
No. Culligan International is privately held. Its majority owner is BDT & MSD Partners, a merchant bank, with Advent International holding a minority stake.

Who founded Culligan?
Emmett J. Culligan founded the company in 1936 in Northbrook, Illinois, as the Culligan Zeolite Company. The first franchised dealership opened in Wheaton, Illinois, in 1938.

Where is Culligan headquartered?
Corporate headquarters is at 9399 W. Higgins Road in Rosemont, Illinois.

How many brands does Culligan own?
The business centers on the Culligan master brand, supplemented by acquired names such as Quench, Zip Water, and Harvey Water Softeners. Most revenue flows through the Culligan brand itself.

Who owns Culligan International?
BDT & MSD Partners holds majority ownership, acquired in August 2021 from Advent International and Centerbridge Partners. Advent retained a minority position.

What is Culligan's revenue?
Culligan generates an estimated $3.4 billion in annual revenue. As a private company, exact figures are not publicly filed.