Restore clarity with glass repair and replacement for homes, cars and businesses.
Figures discussed in this episode come from Glass Doctor’s FDD issued . FDDs are updated regularly, and figures may have changed.
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Our financial and operating references come from this edition of Glass Doctor’s FDD. For your own evaluation, request the current FDD from the franchisor.
Summaries from the brand background, customer materials, and dated FDD used for this episode.
Glass Doctor’s disclosed offering separates Home and Business services from the Auto option for most new franchises. This episode focuses on the business serving homes and commercial properties.
Customers seek glass repair, replacement, and improvement work for their properties. The local operation brings together estimating, scheduling, technical work, and customer service.
The owner develops a service team and local relationships within the franchise framework. Training, approved supplies, operating materials, and ongoing support help organize the business; an approved trained manager may provide supervision with consent.
The FDD’s Item 7 gives an estimated initial investment of $152,900 to $308,100 (home and Business option). Low-end assumptions include an existing suitable vehicle and some equipment from an existing similar business; additional territory costs extra.
The 2024 Home and Business table includes 131 businesses with at least 25% of total revenue from that work, and reports Home and Business job sales only. Many reporting businesses operated legacy combined formats. These figures should not be read as total revenue for a new single-option franchise.
Reported revenue comes before the costs of running the business and is not owner profit. Historical results do not predict what a new owner will achieve. Use the current FDD to explore the expenses and operating assumptions relevant to your plans.
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This episode is for educational purposes only and is not an offer to sell a franchise, which can only be made through the franchisor’s FDD. It is not legal, financial or investment advice; review the current FDD with your own attorney and accountant. This episode is not sponsored or endorsed by Glass Doctor. Franchise Roundtable profiles are developed with AI-assisted production and editorial review. Powered by FranchiseBrokers.com, which may receive compensation from franchisors. Full disclosures
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