Glass Doctor
Yes, we actively support the inclusion and development of minority-owned franchises in the Glass Doctor system.
Glass Doctor 1020 N. University Parks Dr.
Waco, TX 76707
800#: (800) 280-9858 Tel: (254) 759-5850 Fax: (800) 209-7621
E-mail: glassdoctorfranchise@dwyergroup.com
Web Site: www.glassdoctor.com
Contact: Ms. Pat Humburg, Lead Development Manager
For over 40 years, GLASS DOCTOR has been helping entrepreneurs and existing glass professionals build strong and successful glass businesses. GLASS DOCTOR guarantees quick response to glass replacement needs of insurance companies, apartment communities, auto dealers, etc. We are the nation's largest glass replacement providers. We provide a set of proven, result-producing methods for running and promoting business. Professionally prepared advertising, marketing/promotional programs and materials, etc.
Franchisor Background
Established: 1962
First Franchise: 1974
Franchise Units: 143
Company-Owned Units: 0
Total Units: 143
Distribution:
> North America -- Operations in 44 States, 1 Province
> States/Provinces with Greatest Density: 16 in CA, 12 in FL, 9 in OH
Units Owned by Minorities:
>African-American: 1
>Hispanic: 1
>Asian-American: 1
>Native American: 1
>Other: 4
Average Number of Employees: 4 FT (FT = Full Time, PT = Part Time)
Space Needs: 1,500 SF; FS, SF
(for abbreviations click here)
Financial Requirements
Cash Investment: $50-100K
Total Investment: $107.6-259.6K
Average Total Investment: $183K
Minimum Net Worth: $Varies
Fees
>Franchise: $22K
>Average Franchise Fee: $22K
>Royalty: 4-7%
>Advertising: 2%
Provide Earning Claim Statement: Yes
Terms of Contract
Term of Contract (Years): 10/10
Passive Ownership: Discouraged
Area Development Agreements:No
Sub-Franchising Contracts: No
Expand In Territory:Yes
Franchisor Support and Training Provided
Site Selection Assistance:No
Lease Negotiation Assistance: No
Cooperative Advertising: No
Franchisee Assoc. / Member: Yes/No
Size Of Corporate Staff: 18
On-Going Support: A,B,C,D,E,F,G,H,I (for an explanation click here)
Training: 5 Days in Waco, TX (offered Every Month except October).
Specific Minority Program(s) in Place: Although we strongly support the objectives of the NMFI, we do not yet have any specific programs in place at this time.
Franchisor's Specific Expansion Plans
U.S.: All United States
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