Founded in 1994 in Cincinnati, Ohio, Window Genie started as a local window cleaning company. By 1998, it began franchising, helping entrepreneurs capitalize on the rising demand for home maintenance.
Now headquartered in Irving, Texas, the brand has grown to over 100 locations in more than 30 states across the U.S. Window Genie offers a wide range of residential services, including window cleaning, pressure washing, gutter cleaning, window tinting, and holiday lighting.
This diversified service menu helps franchisees generate revenue year-round. The franchise model promotes executive ownership, allowing franchisees to focus on growth while service technicians handle daily operations.
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.
Window Genie provides comprehensive training and support to its franchisees to ensure proper setup and effective operations. Here are the training programs offered by the franchisor:
Window Genie provides its franchisees with a defined “Protected Territory” outlined in the Franchise Agreement. Within this area, the franchisor agrees not to establish another franchise or company-owned location. This helps safeguard the franchisee's market presence.
However, the protection is not absolute. The franchisor may still sell services through other channels, such as the internet, even within the protected area. Territorial rights may also be adjusted if performance standards are not met.
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