Access Garage Doors is a home services franchise offering garage door installation, service, and repairs, serving residential customers, and known for same-day solutions, quality parts, and strong national backing for local operators.
KEY FRANCHISE STATS
Franchisees
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11
+
83%
83%
Franchise fee
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$20,000
Investment
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$56,000 - $106,000
Revenue (AUV)
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Undisclosed
$0
+
n.a.
n.a.
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Access Garage Doors is a U.S.-based franchise offering homeowners and commercial clients expert services in garage door sales, installation, maintenance, and repairs. Founded in 2005 in Chattanooga, Tennessee, the company was established by its CEO Jesse Cox and originally operated out of an apartment-converted workshop before expanding into a full-service operation.
Headquartered in Hixson, Tennessee, near Chattanooga, Access Garage Doors operates under its franchisor parent company Open Doors Inc. The brand began franchising in 2019 after refining its business model and operational systems.
Access sells and services a wide range of products, including residential and commercial garage doors, from basic non-insulated models to premium custom wood designs, along with electric openers and accessories.
The company stands out through its streamlined, home-based franchise model that eliminates the need for a large showroom, offering a lower initial investment compared to many construction-related franchises.
Initial investment
The initial investment required for a Access Garage Doors franchise is
$56,000 - $106,000.
That is the total cost you would need to finance if you were to start this franchise.
These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.
Type of Expenditure
Amount
Initial Franchise Fee
$20,000
Technology
$2,470 - $3,810
Equipment, Furniture and Fixtures
$3,740 - $4,085
Real Estate
$0 - $2,040
Leasehold Improvements
$0 - $7,000
Utilities
$0 - $500
Signage
$0 - $1,500
Start Up Inventory
$22,120 - $24,170
Vehicle
$0 - $10,000
Vehicle Graphics
$300 - $1,200
Staffing
$0 - $9,500
Uniforms
$250 - $350
Insurance
$2,400 - $6,500
Travel, Lodging and Meals for Initial Training Program
$1,515 - $3,000
Business Licenses, Permits, Certifications, Professional Fees and Association Dues
$200 - $1,900
Operating Expenses and Additional Funds
$3,000 - $10,000
Total
$55,955 - $105,555
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Type of Expenditure
Amount
Initial Franchise Fee
$20,000
Technology
$2,470 - $3,810
Equipment, Furniture and Fixtures
$3,740 - $4,085
Real Estate
$0 - $2,040
Leasehold Improvements
$0 - $7,000
Utilities
$0 - $500
Signage
$0 - $1,500
Start Up Inventory
$22,120 - $24,170
Vehicle
$0 - $10,000
Vehicle Graphics
$300 - $1,200
Staffing
$0 - $9,500
Uniforms
$250 - $350
Insurance
$2,400 - $6,500
Travel, Lodging and Meals for Initial Training Program
$1,515 - $3,000
Business Licenses, Permits, Certifications, Professional Fees and Association Dues
$200 - $1,900
Operating Expenses and Additional Funds
$3,000 - $10,000
Total
$55,955 - $105,555
Franchise Disclosure Document
Below is Access Garage Doors's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. Upgrade to Pro or purchase the FDD to view and download the document.
Number of units
Access Garage Doors had 12 total units in 2025, of which 11 were franchised-owned and 1 company-owned.
Access Garage Doors® provides franchisees with a comprehensive training program that covers both pre-opening and ongoing operational needs. The training is structured as follows:
Self-Study Program Immediately after signing the Franchise Agreement, franchisees receive self-study materials designed to prepare them for the formal training. This program serves as foundational education in the Access Garage Doors® system.
Initial Training Program The franchisor offers a primary training program within 60 days of signing the agreement. It is designed to train up to three people at no cost. Additional participants can join for a fee. The program focuses on operational skills, management strategies, service delivery, customer acquisition, and more.
Supplemental and Refresher Training Franchisees, owners, or managers may be required to attend ongoing training programs during the term of the agreement. This ensures updated knowledge on systems, processes, and best practices.
Territory Protection
Access Garage Doors® provides franchisees with a defined Protected Territory, though it is not exclusive in the traditional sense. The territory is determined based on factors such as population, household income, housing demographics, competition, and market potential.
While only one franchisee is permitted to operate an Access Garage Doors® business within a given territory, the franchisor and other franchisees retain rights to sell products and perform services in other areas without compensation to the local franchisee.
Despite this protection, Access Garage Doors® allows for certain exceptions. Franchisees cannot perform services or target marketing outside their territory, especially in areas assigned to other franchisees.
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