Glass Doctor Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2025)

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

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Franchisees

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138
+
-13%
-13%
Investment required

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$153,000 - $317,000
Revenue (AUV)

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$559,000
Undisclosed
Pro
+
8.5%
+
xx%
-xx%
8.5%
Initial franchise fee

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$59,900
Royalty fees

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4% to 7%
+
2% to 5%
Operating Profit

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n.a.

Pro
Franchisees

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138
+
-13%
-13%
Investment required

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$153,000 - $317,000
Franchise fee

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$59,900
Royalty fees

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4% to 7%
+
2% to 5%
Revenue (AUV)

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$559,000
Undisclosed
Pro
+
8.5%
+
xx%
-xx%
8.5%
Operating Profit

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n.a.

Pro

Glass Doctor: Setting the Standard in Glass Repair and Replacement

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

Here's what you would need to invest 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 Option Initial Investment
Home and Business Glass Doctor® franchise Option $152,900 to $302,100
Auto Glass Doctor® Franchise Option $155,400 to $317,100

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 for Marketing Startup Phase $15,000 - $24,000
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 - $317,100 + any additional franchise fee

Franchise Disclosure Document

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Competitors

Franchise
Franchisees
Growth
Initial fee
Investment
Revenue
Gross Profit
Operating Profit
Industry

138

+
-13%
-13%
No growth
New

$59,900

$153,000

-

$317,000

n.a.

$559,000

Pro

n.a.

Pro

n.a.

Pro

Automotive

Training 

If you're considering becoming a Glass Doctor franchisee, here's an overview of the training program and associated costs you can expect.

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.

Financial Considerations

Glass Doctor does not charge for training up to two individuals. However, franchisees are responsible for other expenses related to the training, such as meals and personal costs.

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.

Territory Size: 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.

Population Changes: 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.

Number of units

2024
Franchised units

158

144

138

Company-owned units

0

0

0

Total units

158

144

138

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-
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+
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-
$1,520,000
Franchisees
71
+
0%
0%

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-
$415,000
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+
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