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Glass Doctor

Glass Doctor installs, repairs and replaces glass for homes, businesses or vehicles. New franchisees choose either flat glass and shower enclosures or auto glass, then operate an approved service center.

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Investment and fees

What it costs to open and operate

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Upfront investment

Total initial investment

$154,650 – $311,850

USD estimate includes the $59,900 franchise fee and additional operating funds. Fees for territory beyond 300,000 population are extra. Living expenses, salary, debt, ongoing working capital and accounts-receivable financing are excluded. More funds may be needed; see startup-budget details below.

Selected fees

  • RoyaltyStandard royalty: 4% to 7% of weekly Gross Sales; minimums apply from week 40.

    The option and weekly sales band set the standard rate. Minimums vary by territory population and time in operation. Qualifying Home and Business projects and existing-business conversions have special rates; conversions also have separate minimums. Payment is due weekly for the prior week's sales.

  • Advertising contributionStandard brand marketing fund contribution: 2% of weekly Gross Sales, paid weekly.

    The fund is called MAP. Special rates apply to qualifying Home and Business new-construction work and approved projects billed above $15,000 excluding tax, and to qualifying existing-business conversions. Conversions have MAP minimums. This contribution is separate from local spending.

  • Local marketing$30,000 in operating months 1-12; $40,000 in months 13-24; later requirements may apply.

    After month 24, annual spending may be required at the greater of $20,000 or 6% of prior-year Gross Sales. MAP is separate. If designated, a local marketing group requires contributions up to 3% of Gross Sales, credited toward local spending; that spending minimum does not cap group contributions. Approved activities are required, and shortfalls may be collected.

These are selected fees, not the complete fee schedule. Review the full FDD for all fees and conditions.

Figures are as disclosed for the period shown; unknown or undisclosed items are labelled, never shown as $0. No earnings, profit or payback figures are shown. Revenue is not profit.

Ownership and support

What owning this franchise involves

Your role

Run a glass-service business with approved products, installation methods and warranty policies.

Owner involvement
Individuals directly operate or supervise; entities use a trained on-site owner, unless an exception is approved.
Main responsibilities
Honor brand warranty policies, including some no-charge work on services performed by another franchisee.
Manager requirements
Replacing owner supervision needs consent and a trained, bona fide manager; ownership is not required.

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Disclosure document

The fees above are a short selection. Check the full FDD for all fees and terms before making a decision.

GLASS DOCTOR SPV LLC, Franchise Disclosure Document. Issuance Date: April 1, 2026

An introduction is not a statement that territory is available or that you will be accepted.