Glass Doctor
Home Services
Ranked #1 Glass Installation/Repairs franchise by 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500®. $154,650 - $326,850 initial investment range—refer to 2026 Glass Doctor FDD for details. $250K net worth required.Request free info and one of our franchise experts will be in touch!
Availability
Glass Doctor is currently accepting inquiries from the following states:
AK, AR, AZ, CO, CT, DC, DE, HI, IA, ID, IL, KS, KY, LA, MA, ME, MN, MO, MS, MT, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, OK, OR, PA, RI, SD, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY
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Requirements
Financial requirements for this franchise: Minimum Cash Required $50,000 Net Worth $250,000 Franchise Fee $59,900 Royalty Fee 5% Total Investment $154,650 - $326,850 -
Options
Options available to franchisees: Home Based No Mobile Franchise Yes Military Discount Not Available Financing Available Training Available -
Franchisor Details
Facts about this franchise: Headquarters Waco, TX Total Units 190 Year Founded 1962 Franchising Since 1977
What does a Glass Doctor Franchise Cost?
The cost to own your own Glass Doctor franchise requires you to make an initial total investment of approximately $154,650 - $326,850. Additionally, you will need to have at least $50,000 in liquid capital. They also offer a discount for veterans (20% off initial franchise fee for qualified veterans). *
About Glass Doctor
Since 1962, Glass Doctor® has provided a variety of glass repair and replacement services as a nationally recognized industry leader. Franchise owners in more than 180 locations experience the benefits of Glass Doctor’s proven business model, including:
Two Service Verticals: Glass Doctor franchise owners have two verticals to choose from: home glass (flat) or auto glass. Each vertical comes with its own unique set of customer needs, but our cutting-edge technology and calibration capabilities allow for services to be performed with precision.
No Industry Experience Required: By utilizing an executive ownership model where you make the decisions and manage your own business, you won’t need to wear a tool belt to be successful, especially after hiring an expert staff.
Award-Winning Recognition: With more than 60 years of success, Glass Doctor has been recognized by leading organizations within the franchising space, such as Entrepreneur Franchise 500®, Franchise Business Review Top 200, and Franchise Times Top 400®.
Why Choose Glass Doctor?
Glass Doctor is proud to be a part of Neighborly®, the world’s leading home services franchisor with 19 brands and more than 5,500 locations focused on repairing, maintaining, and enhancing properties. Utilizing decades of experience and scale from this multi-brand portfolio, our franchise owners enjoy distinct advantages like:
Prime Territories: With available territories in some of the fastest-growing markets, there’s ample space and demand to establish your franchise. Better yet, thanks to designated territories, you’ll be able to collaborate and share best practices with other Glass Doctor locations instead of compete for the same customers.
ProTradeNet® Buying Power: Exclusively available to Neighborly brand franchise owners, you’ll have access to discounts and rebates from over 250 preferred vendors. In 2025, Neighborly brand franchise owners earned a collective $8.3M in rebates.
20% Veteran Discount**: We are proud to partner with VetFran and offer franchise fee discounts for qualified veterans. With more than 425 current Veteran owners across Neighborly brands, we’re committed to helping transitioning and current Veterans achieve their business goals.
Training & Support
Glass Doctor franchise owners benefit from specialized training, operations, and support systems, including:
Training Program & Business Coach: In-depth marketing and sales training as you get started, plus a consultant to answer questions and provide guidance as you grow.
Local & National Marketing Expertise: SEO & PPC guidance set the stage for integrated plans and tactics in your market that focus on customer acquisition, retention, and reactivation.
Ongoing Education & Owner Collaboration: Comprehensive opportunities such as regional training events and national conferences to ensure you have the knowledge to function at the top of your game.
Digital Integration: In an increasingly tech-focused world, local landing pages, social media presence, and custom sales support software make it easier to provide the best experience for customers.
Ideal Candidate
Our franchise owners come from all walks of life. Some have held positions in corporate environments and are looking for a career change, while others have worked in the industry and are looking to lead their own business. No matter their background, our franchise owners embody characteristics such as:
- Entrepreneurial spirit driven to set and achieve goals
- Desire to build genuine relationships with customers, employees, and other franchisees
- Commitment to delivering consistent, high-quality service
- Accountable to financial responsibilities and requirements
The culture across the entire family of brands is embodied by the Neighborly Code of Values, which emphasizes the importance of fostering a set of ideals that guide the organization. These elements, while small to some, set Neighborly and Glass Doctor franchise owners apart from the competition.
* Refer to Item 19 of the 2026 Glass Doctor SPV LLC Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) for complete details.
​** Refer to Item 5 of the 2026 Glass Doctor SPV LLC Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) for complete details.
