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 Glass Doctor 1010 N. University Parks Dr. Waco, TX 76710 |
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Business Description
From windows to windshields to storefronts, Glass Doctor® can handle any glass repair or replacement need. Glass Doctor also offers custom glass services, such as tub and shower enclosures, entry door glass and mirrors. Established in 1962 with one shop in Seattle, Wash., today Glass Doctor offers complete glass repair, replacement and services to the residential, automotive, and commercial markets at more than 300 locations in the United States and Canada. Glass Doctor began franchising in 1977 and joined The Dwyer Group, Inc., an international franchisor of service industry companies, in 1998. Now there are more than 170 Glass Doctor franchise owners across the United States and Canada. New franchise owners are trained at the nation’s only full-service glass training facility, Glass Doctor University, at the company headquarters in Waco, Texas. The Dwyer Group® family of companies also includes Aire Serv Heating and Air Conditioning®, Mr. Appliance®, Mr. Electric®, Mr. Rooter® and Rainbow International Restoration and Cleaning®.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1962
Franchising Since: 1977
North America:
States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
Registered in Following Registration States: California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, District Of Columbia
Financial Requirements
Average Number of Employees: 4 Full-time, 0 Part-time
Space Needs (in square footage): 1,500
Preferred Sites: Free-standing Building, Storefront
Other Sites:
Encourage Conversions? Yes
Earnings Claims Provided?: Yes
From windows to windshields to storefronts, Glass Doctor® can handle any glass repair or replacement need. Glass Doctor also offers custom glass services, such as tub and shower enclosures, entry door glass and mirrors. Established in 1962 with one shop in Seattle, Wash., today Glass Doctor offers complete glass repair, replacement and services to the residential, automotive, and commercial markets at more than 300 locations in the United States and Canada. Glass Doctor began franchising in 1977 and joined The Dwyer Group, Inc., an international franchisor of service industry companies, in 1998. Now there are more than 170 Glass Doctor franchise owners across the United States and Canada. New franchise owners are trained at the nation’s only full-service glass training facility, Glass Doctor University, at the company headquarters in Waco, Texas. The Dwyer Group® family of companies also includes Aire Serv Heating and Air Conditioning®, Mr. Appliance®, Mr. Electric®, Mr. Rooter® and Rainbow International Restoration and Cleaning®.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1962
Franchising Since: 1977
| Operating Units: | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Franchised Units: | 165 | 100% | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Company-Owned Units: | 0 | 0% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Total Operating Units: | 165 | 100.0% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
| Density | Units |
| 1. California | 11 |
| 2. Florida | 12 |
| 3. Texas | 15 |
Registered in Following Registration States: California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, District Of Columbia
Financial Requirements
| Investment: | |
| Minimum Net Worth: | $Varies |
| Cash Investment: | $50-100K |
| Total Investment: | $107-260K |
| Average Total Investment: | $184K |
| Fees: | |
| Initial Franchise Fee: | $26K/100KPop + $260/1,000 add'l pop over minimum |
| Average Franchise Fee: | $61K |
| On-Going Royalty: | 4-7% |
| Average Royalty: | 5% |
| Advertising Fee: | 2% |
Space Needs (in square footage): 1,500
Preferred Sites: Free-standing Building, Storefront
Other Sites:
Encourage Conversions? Yes
Earnings Claims Provided?: Yes
| Franchisee Qualifications | |||||||||
Ranked from 1 (unimportant) to 5 (important): | |||||||||
| Financial Net Worth: | 4 | ||||||||
| General Business Experience: | 4 | ||||||||
| Specific Industry Experience: | 2 | ||||||||
| Formal Education: | 2 | ||||||||
| Psychological Profile: | 3 | ||||||||
| Personal Interview(s): | 5 | ||||||||
| Terms of Contract | |||||||||
| Term of Initial Contract: | 10 Year(s) | ||||||||
| Term of Renewal Period: | 10 Year(s) | ||||||||
| Passive Ownership: | Allowed, But Discouraged | ||||||||
| Area Development Agreements? | No | ||||||||
| Sub-Franchising Contracts? | No | ||||||||
| Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory? | Yes | ||||||||
| Support and Training | |||||||||
| International Franchise Association: | Yes | ||||||||
| Canadian Franchise Association: | Yes | ||||||||
| Franchisee Association/Member: | Yes, Not a Member | ||||||||
| Size of Corporate Staff: | 20 | ||||||||
| Site Selection Assistance? | No | ||||||||
| Lease Negotiation Assistance? | No | ||||||||
| Financial Assistance? | Yes, Indirect | ||||||||
| Marketing Support: | |||||||||
| Co-Op Advertising: | No | ||||||||
| National Advertising: | Yes | ||||||||
| Regional Advertising: | No | ||||||||
| Local Advertising: | No | ||||||||
| Marketing Materials: | None Specified | ||||||||
| Additional Services: | None Specified | ||||||||
| Other Marketing Support: | Logos,Templates,Creative Ad Design,Public Relation | ||||||||
| On-Going Support: | |||||||||
| Central Data Processing: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Central Purchasing: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Field Operation Evaluation: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Field Training: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Initial Store Opening: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Inventory Control: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Franchisee Newsletter: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Regional or National Meetings: | At Additional Cost | ||||||||
| 800 Telephone Hotline: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Training: | |||||||||
| 1. Basic Franchisee Training | 2 weeks required | ||||||||
| 2. Auto Glass Tech Basic / Certification | 5 days optional | ||||||||
| 3. Flat Glass Tech Basic / Commercial / Residential | 11 days optional | ||||||||
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