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At a Glance
Products & Services: Window restoration & replacements
Number of Locations: 70
Total Investment: $27.69K - 117.49K
Founded: 2004
Began Franchising: 2007
About The Glass Guru
The Glass Guru first opened in 2004 in Roseville, California, offering moisture removal for failed dual-pane windows as well as surface restoration for scratched and stained windows. In 2006, the company added glass and window replacement to its available services. Glass Guru locations also offer screens, shower enclosures, mirrors, table tops, doors and specialty products. Franchising began in 2007.Franchise Units
| Year | U.S. | Canadian | International | Company Owned |
| 2012 | 62 | 7 | 0 | 1 |
| 2011 | 48 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 2010 | 41 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 | 30 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Where Seeking Franchisees: Franchisor is seeking new franchise units in the U.S.,Australia/New Zealand, Canada, Western Europe.
Startup Costs, Ongoing Fees and Financing
Total Investment: $27,690 - $117,490
Franchise Fee: $12,500 - $65,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 5-7%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 5 years, renewable
Franchise Fee: $12,500 - $65,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 5-7%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 5 years, renewable
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How This Franchise Supports Franchisees
Training: Available at headquarters: up to 2 weeks. At franchisee's location: 2-3 days.
Ongoing Support: Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives, Lease Negotiation
Marketing Support: Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising,
Franchise Ranking History
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