Glass Doctor

Mobile glass repair and replacement service

Established in 1962, Glass Doctor is the United States' largest provider
of glass services for home, auto and business, and is now expanding into
Canada. Services include repair and replacement of windshields, windows,
entry door glass, patio doors, shower enclosures, mirrors, tabletops and
storefronts. The company's service vehicles carry complete inventory and
supplies. Glass Doctor is part of The Dwyer Group, which also owns
franchise companies Aire Serv, Mr. Appliance, Mr. Electric, Mr. Rooter,
and Rainbow International.

Glass Doctor is seeking qualified franchise owners in major markets across
the U.S. and Canada, such as Buffalo, Calgary, Chicago, Philadelphia, San
Antonio, San Francisco, Toronto, and Vancouver. Open mid-size markets
include Dayton, Ohio; Duluth, Minn.; Eugene, Ore.; Lexington, Ky.;
McAllen, Texas; and Wichita, Kan. For more information about Glass Doctor
franchise opportunities, call 1-800-280-9858 or visit The Dwyer Group Web
site at www.leadingtheserviceindustry.com.

Please Note: The operators of Glass Doctor, may not have verified the accuracy of the Franchise information contained within this website. For accurate up-to-date information, customers are strongly recommended to visit the official Glass Doctor website.

Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees

How much does it cost to open a Glass Doctor Franchises?

Total Investment: $107,600-$259,600
Initial Franchise Fee: $22,000
Royalty Fee: 4-7%
Advertising Fee: N/A
Term of Agreement: 10 years
Renewal Fee: $2.5K

How to contact Glass Doctor

Glass Doctor
1020 N. University Parks Dr.
Waco, TX
76707

Phone: (800)280-9858
Fax: (800)209-7621

Website: Visit Website

Glass Doctor News

Insurer Names Glass Doctor Of Tulare County Franchise To Distinguished List Of Auto Glass Shops
Glass Doctor of Tulare County is listed as a Tier 1 auto glass shop by the Allstate Insurance Company's new nationwide Distinguished Performers Program. The program categorizes auto glass repair and replacement shops into two tiers. Tier 1 shops meet best-in-class criteria for customer sat... more

Glass Doctor® Of The Bay Area Franchise Now Open For Window, Windshield Repair
The Glass Doctor of the Bay Area franchise owned by David Co is now open and ready to "fix your panes!" As a full-service glass shop, Glass Doctor of the Bay Area offers mobile residential, automotive, and commercial glass services to Dublin, Fairview, Hayward, Pleasanton, Union City a... more

Glass Doctor Franchise Ready To "fix Your Panes" In Frederick
Glass Doctor of Frederick offers mobile residential, automotive, and commercial glass services in Frederick County and the surrounding area. The shop is open 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. Saturday. For businesses 24-hour emergency service is available. "We&#... more

The Glass Doctor Of Central Illinois Franchise Owned By Brad Wade Is Now Open And Ready To "Fix Your Panes!
Formerly known as Harmon/Glass Doctor, Glass Doctor of Central Illinois offers mobile residential, automotive, and commercial glass services to Christian, Logan, Mclean, Menard, Peoria, Sangamon, Tazewell and Woodford Counties, including Bloomington, Peoria and Springfield. The showroom and shop... more

The Glass Doctor Of Moore & Montgomery Counties Franchise Owned By Tim And Kim Hargrave Is Now Open And Ready To "Fix Your Panes!"
As a full-service glass shop Glass Doctor of Moore & Montgomery Counties offers mobile residential, automotive, and commercial glass services. The showroom and shop is open 8 a.m. "" 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, and Saturday by appointment. 24-hour emergency service for businesses is a... more
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Franchise History

When did the first Glass Doctor open? 1962
When did Glass Doctor start Franchising? 1977

Year U.S.A. Canada International Corporate

2008 156 0 0 0

2007 150 0 0 0

2006 147 0 0 1

2005 144 0 0 51

2004 111 0 0 0

2003 100 1 0 0

2002 72 0 0 0

2001 65 1 0 0

2000 64 1 0 0

Expansion Plans

International:

Financing Options

Expense In-House Third Party

Franchise Fee Yes No

Startup Costs No Yes

Equipment No Yes

Inventory No No

Accounts Receivable No No

Payroll No No

Training & Support

Training
2 weeks Basic Training
Annual Conference
Technical and Sales Training available

Support
Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Field operations/evaluations

Marketing
Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media

Business Operations

International franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 5% of all franchisees own more than one unit
Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 5 - 6

Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

Qualifications & Business Experience

Business Experience:

Industry experience

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Listing Tags

glass, auto, windshield repair, flat, cars, laminated, plate glass, back, tempered, safety, residential, storm windows, replacement windows, double pane, insulated, shower, doors, tub enclosures, custom mirrors, framed, mirrored walls, custom table top, patio, replacement, storm door repair, storm window, windshield, window, sunroofs, replacement t-tops, heavy equipment, wardrobe, bullet resistant, security, walls, closures, showcase repairs, desk tops

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