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Initial investment
$19K - $84K
Units as of 2020
336 1.2% over 3 years

Here’s what you need to know if you’re interested in opening a SuperGlass Windshield Repair franchise.

SuperGlass Windshield Repair is one of the world's largest glass repair-only providers in the world. It offers locations across the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Scotland, France, Mexico, Nigeria, and South Korea. Over 270 franchises are located in the U.S., with more than 60 outside of the States. SuperGlass Windshield Repair was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in Orlando, Florida.

With no less than 80 years worth of combined experience in the windshield repair industry, the people behind SuperGlass Windshield Repair know that their success as a company is deeply rooted in their franchisees' work. So, if you're exploring the world of opening a franchise, SuperGlass Windshield Repair might offer substantial opportunities with proven corporate backing.

Why You May Want to Start a SuperGlass Windshield Repair Franchise

As a SuperGlass Windshield Repair franchisee, you may have access to one of the industry's most extensive training and franchise systems, ensuring that you can possibly begin your business on the right foot. The company might see that you are well-equipped with all the knowledge, skills, and foresight necessary to start your new windshield repair business.

SuperGlass Windshield Repair operations are designed to keep your overheads fairly low, primarily if you operate as a mobile service. That means you probably won't need to maintain a physical location apart from a small office for payment collections and communication. This formula has worked for many of the company's existing franchisees today, and you can use it to drive the same level of success to your franchise.

In addition, you can operate your SuperGlass Windshield Repair business as a part-time business or absentee owner.

What Might Make SuperGlass Windshield Repair Franchise a Good Choice?

Many times throughout the lifetime of the franchise, SuperGlass Windshield Repair has been ranked in Entrepreneur Franchise 500. This ranking is based on an evaluation of more than 150 data points in the areas of costs and fees, size and growth, franchisee support, brand strength, and financial strength and stability.

Before making any financial commitment or signing an agreement, you must perform your due diligence and establish if this is the right opportunity for you. You’ll want to make sure you have enough capital available to cover an initial investment made up of a franchise fee and other startup costs, as well as ongoing royalty and renewal fees. Your franchise fee may cover equipment, supplies, POS hardware and software, and lawyer fees and costs.

A typical SuperGlass Windshield Repair franchise term of agreement lasts for 10 years, and if you meet all the requirements and the company wishes to remain in business with you, applying for an additional ten years is possible. The company also typically offers in-house financing for the franchise fee and a veteran discount if you are approved.

How Do You Open a SuperGlass Windshield Repair Franchise?

As a SuperGlass Windshield Repair franchisee, you may be expected to know your business, even down to windscreen repairs. After you express your interest in owning a franchise, are qualified, and pay your franchise fee, expect to spend most of the onboarding process at the company's Orlando, Florida headquarters. Here, you will complete your training. This may include both laboratory instructions and your franchise's business side, such as invoicing customers and creating business records.

The company is well aware of the huge contribution franchisees make towards the organization's success, so you may look forward to in-depth, continual support as you set off with your repair franchise.

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Company Overview

About SuperGlass Windshield Repair

Industry
Automotive
Founded
1992
Leadership
David Casey, President

Franchising Overview

Franchising Since
1993 (29 years)
# of employees at HQ
5
# of Units
336 (as of 2020)

Franchisor Information

Corporate Address
6220 Hazeltine National Dr., #118
Orlando, FL 32822

Information for Franchisees

Here’s what you need to know if you’re interested in opening a SuperGlass Windshield Repair franchise.

Financial Requirements & Ongoing Fees

Here’s what you can expect to spend to start the business and what ongoing fees the franchisor charges throughout the life of the business.

Initial Franchise Fee
$5,000 - $17,500
Initial Investment
$18,685 - $84,205
Net Worth Requirement
$15,000
Cash Requirement
$15,000
Veteran Incentives
10% off franchise fee
Royalty Fee
4%
Term of Agreement
10 years
Is franchise term renewable?
Yes
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Financing Options

Some franchisors offer in-house financing, while others have relationships with third-party financing sources to which they refer qualified franchisees.

In-House Financing
SuperGlass Windshield Repair offers in-house financing to cover the following: franchise fee

Training & Support Offered

Franchisors offer initial training programs and a variety of ongoing support options to help franchisees run their businesses.

On-The-Job Training
40 hours
Classroom Training
40 hours
Additional Training
Ongoing via forums, emails & conventions
Ongoing Support
Newsletter
Meetings & Conventions
Toll-Free Line
Grand Opening
Online Support
Security & Safety Procedures
Field Operations
Site Selection
Franchisee Intranet Platform
Marketing Support
Ad Templates
Regional Advertising
Marketing Planning & Support
Social Media
SEO
Website Development
Email Marketing

Operations

Additional details about running this franchise.

Is absentee ownership allowed?
Yes
Can this franchise be run from home/mobile unit?
Yes
Can this franchise be run part time?
Yes
# of employees required to run
1
Are exclusive territories available?
Yes
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Updated: February 8th, 2021