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Glass Doctor Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2026)

Glass Doctor specializes in glass repair and replacement services for residential and commercial properties, offering professional glass solutions for windows, doors, and other glass surfaces, providing expert craftsmanship and reliable service for all glass-related needs.

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

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131
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-9%
Franchise fee

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$59,900
Investment

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$153,000 - $323,000
Revenue (AUV)

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Undisclosed

$537,000

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4.2%
4.2%
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Glass Doctor is a premier chain of comprehensive glass service franchises, known for its excellence in the glass repair and replacement industry. As part of the Neighborly brand, its headquarters are based in Waco, Texas.

Established in 1962, Glass Doctor has built a reputation for delivering high-quality glass repair, maintenance, and replacement services.

Their offerings include a wide array of services such as auto glass care, full windshield replacement, windshield chip repair, professional window tinting, thorough landscaping and cleaning, and headlight restoration.

Today, Glass Doctor serves a variety of markets, including automotive, commercial, and residential sectors. The company began franchising in 1977 and offers two main franchise opportunities: one specializing in auto glass and the other in services for homes and businesses.

Initial investment

The initial investment required for a Glass Doctor franchise is $153,000 - $323,000. 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.

Glass Doctor offers 2 types of franchises:

Franchise Type Initial Investment
Home and Business Option $152,900 – $308,100
Auto Option $155,400 – $323,100

We are summarizing below the main costs associated with opening an Auto Glass Doctor® franchise Option.

For more information on the various types of franchises and its costs, refer to the Franchise Disclosure Document (Item 7).

Auto Glass Doctor® Franchise Option

Type of Expenditure Amount
Initial Franchise Fee $59,900
Vehicle $2,000 – $50,000
Equipment, Supplies & Inventory and Auto Business Start-Up Package $27,500 – $65,000
Insurance $3,000 – $6,000
Advertising & Promotional and Local Marketing Spending $15,000 – $30,000
Training, Travel, Lodging & Food $2,500 – $5,000
Deposits, Permits & Licenses $2,000 – $5,000
Professional Fees $300 – $5,000
Real Estate $4,000 – $15,000
Call Center Setup Fee $4,200 – $7,200
Additional Funds - 3 Mo. $35,000 – $75,000
Totals $155,400 – $323,100 + any additional franchise fee

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Glass Doctor offers 2 types of franchises:

Franchise Type Initial Investment
Home and Business Option $152,900 – $308,100
Auto Option $155,400 – $323,100

We are summarizing below the main costs associated with opening an Auto Glass Doctor® franchise Option.

For more information on the various types of franchises and its costs, refer to the Franchise Disclosure Document (Item 7).

Auto Glass Doctor® Franchise Option

Type of Expenditure Amount
Initial Franchise Fee $59,900
Vehicle $2,000 – $50,000
Equipment, Supplies & Inventory and Auto Business Start-Up Package $27,500 – $65,000
Insurance $3,000 – $6,000
Advertising & Promotional and Local Marketing Spending $15,000 – $30,000
Training, Travel, Lodging & Food $2,500 – $5,000
Deposits, Permits & Licenses $2,000 – $5,000
Professional Fees $300 – $5,000
Real Estate $4,000 – $15,000
Call Center Setup Fee $4,200 – $7,200
Additional Funds - 3 Mo. $35,000 – $75,000
Totals $155,400 – $323,100 + any additional franchise fee

Franchise Disclosure Document

Below is Glass Doctor's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. Upgrade to Pro or purchase the FDD to view and download the document.

Number of units

Glass Doctor had 131 total units in 2025, of which 131 were franchised-owned and 0 company-owned.

Competitors

Below are some of

Glass Doctor

key competitors in the

Other Automotive

sector.

Franchise
Franchisees
Royalty fee
Total investment
Revenue
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EBITDA
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131

New
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-9%
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4% - 7%

$153,000

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$323,000

$537,000

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$xxx,xxx

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Training 

Glass Doctor offers a comprehensive training program to its franchisees.

Initial Training: Glass Doctor offers an Initial Training Program for new franchisees or their principal owners. This program includes a mix of classroom instruction and hands-on experience. The classroom portion usually spans 38 hours, while the hands-on training can range from 8 to 40 hours. The length and content of the training may be adjusted based on the participant's prior knowledge and skills.

Training Content: The Initial Training Program is thorough, covering a wide array of topics to prepare franchisees for running their centers effectively. Key areas of focus include General Center Operations, Vendor Training, Sales Techniques, Lubricants and Fluids, Certification Programs, Fleet Accounts Sales and Processing, as well as Key Performance Indicators and Management Skills.

Territory Protection

Glass Doctor franchisees do not receive an exclusive territory. The franchise agreement outlines that the rights granted are confined to a designated territory, generally determined by population.

The designated territory usually encompasses a population of up to 300,000 people, with a maximum limit of 400,000. Exceptions may be made for certain circumstances, such as densely populated urban areas or regions with a high percentage of low-income residents.

Franchisees retain their rights to the territory even if the population within it grows. However, Glass Doctor reserves the right to advertise, solicit, and engage with key accounts, which include national, regional, or other accounts that benefit the overall system.

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Competitors

Below are some of Glass Doctor's key competitors in the Other Automotive sector.

Ideal Automotive Services

Franchisees

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0
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n.a.
Investment

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$438,000 - $1,085,000
Revenue

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Green Motion Car and Van Rental

Franchisees

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0
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n.a.
n.a.
Investment

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$168,000 - $1,547,000
Revenue

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4EverCharge

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0
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n.a.
n.a.
Investment

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$103,000 - $623,000
Revenue

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FlyMyRide

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0
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n.a.
n.a.
Investment

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$20,000 - $66,000
Revenue

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Rivali Paint Protection

Franchisees

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1
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n.a.
n.a.
Investment

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$209,000 - $549,000
Revenue

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NextCar

Franchisees

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12
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9%
9%
Investment

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$315,000 - $1,593,000
Revenue

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