Glass Doctor® offers two franchise models: Auto Glass and Home and Business Glass. Lead a team providing windshield repair, replacement, and ADAS recalibration, or window services, shower enclosures, and custom glass solutions. Established in 1962, Glass Doctor combines industry experience with Neighborly® support, marketing, technology, and coaching. Whether launching a business or converting an existing glass company, bring your leadership and customer relationship skills to a model supported by established systems and skilled service professionals.
United States:
AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV, WY
Canada:
AB, BC, MB, NB, NL, NS, NT, NU, ON, PE, QC, SK, YT
Two Focused Franchise Options: Choose Auto Glass or Home and Business Glass, with operating systems and training tailored to your selected model.
Owner-Led Business: Lead skilled service professionals while focusing on team development, customer relationships, sales, and business performance. Prior glass industry experience is not required.
Repeat Business Opportunities: Serve ongoing glass repair and replacement needs while developing relationships that can lead to future projects and referrals.
Technology-Enabled Operations: Use business management tools to coordinate scheduling, communicate with customers, and monitor performance. Auto Glass owners can offer ADAS recalibration alongside glass services.
Scalable Growth: Grow your service teams and pursue long-term equity growth as you develop your business. Qualified owners can explore additional territories, subject to approval and availability.
Glass Doctor® combines specialized glass industry experience with the Neighborly Advantage—marketing resources, purchasing power, technology, and a connected franchise community.
Established Brand: Build your business with a glass repair and replacement brand serving customers since 1962.
Connected Owner Community: Exchange ideas with fellow Glass Doctor owners and connect with other Neighborly brands for networking and potential cross-brand referrals.
Purchasing Power: Access participating supplier programs through ProTradeNet®, including negotiated pricing and rebates on qualifying purchases.
Technology With Practical Value: Use tools that help organize jobs, coordinate service professionals, manage customer information, and understand business performance.
Ongoing Business Guidance: Access coaching, operational support, and learning opportunities as you develop your team and pursue growth.
Glass Doctor® provides marketing resources and guidance to help franchise owners introduce their businesses, attract customers, and build lasting relationships.
Marketing Plans and Playbooks: Use a customized marketing plan, playbooks, and coaching to guide your marketing decisions.
Branded Materials: Access print and digital marketing collateral, including vehicle branding, to present a consistent Glass Doctor identity.
Local Website Presence: Help prospective customers discover and contact your business through a localized Glass Doctor website.
National Marketing: Benefit from ongoing national campaigns and brand marketing resources.
Local Marketing Guidance: Use available materials and expert advice to plan your local advertising. Owners manage and fund local campaigns separately from the Marketing, Advertising and Promotion (MAP) Fund.
Cross-Brand Opportunities: Connect with other Neighborly brands for potential cross-marketing promotions and customer referrals.
Glass Doctor® helps owners prepare to manage their businesses through structured startup training, mentoring, and ongoing operational guidance.
Sure Start Training: Learn business operations, systems, sales, and marketing through a program tailored to your Auto Glass or Home and Business Glass option.
Owner Mentoring: Spend time at a fellow franchise owner’s location and accompany their team on service calls to see daily operations and customer service in practice.
Business Coaching: Access ongoing guidance as you manage your team, apply Glass Doctor’s systems, and develop your business.
Continued Learning: Build knowledge and exchange ideas through training resources, regional meetings, and national events.
Operational Technology: Receive software training and support for tools that help manage scheduling, customer information, invoicing, and reporting.
Customer Call Support: Access call-routing and call center services that help connect customer inquiries with your business.
Qualified veterans receive a 20% discount on the initial franchise fee through VetFran®. As a Founding Member of VetFran®, Neighborly and Molly Maid supports Veterans through dedicated resources and personalized guidance provided by our Director of Military Relations. This includes assistance throughout the exploration, journey, and onboarding phases, ensuring veterans have the tools and support they need to succeed within our organization and beyond.
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