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About Universal Windows Direct
Thank you for taking the time to inquire about this tremendous opportunity. With so many businesses to choose from how will you know if you are investing in the right one? Home improvements is and always will be a multi-billion dollar a year industry. With housing starts at an all time low and energy prices spiraling out of control there has never been a better time to be in the vinyl replacement window business. Homeowners have little to no choice but to replace their old leaky windows, making it a near recession proof product. So why invest in a Universal Windows Direct territory? Simple, we have a proven system that we have duplicated over and over in several market places. It does not matter what type of background you come from, if you have the desire to succeed and make a better life for you and your family this is the opportunity for you. We offer top-notch sales training and ongoing support that is unmatched in this industry. When you invest with Universal Windows Direct you will receive the following: � Exclusive territory � Exclusive rights to UniShield product lines � Exclusive rights to trademarked name and slogan � Low overhead with no ongoing inventory � Operations manual � 26 point marketing plan � Sample windows and covers with logos � Stand up showroom samples � Customized pitch books � Training videos and scripts � Product demo kits � Private label literature � Private label warranties and contracts � Business cards � Master copies of all business forms � Home show banner � Sales manager 1.5.3 software � Universal apparel (polos, t-shirts, hats) � Access and use of UWD website � In house financing � One week of sales training
Windows & Doors Franchise Opportunities
Below is a quick comparison of Universal Windows Direct against other Windows & Doors franchises and business opportunities. For an in depth comparison of Universal Windows Direct with another opportunity including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options click on the name of the company to view the detailed comparison.
| Franchise | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Advertising Fee | Development Costs |
| Aladdin Doors | $10,000-$50,000 | 6% | to 3% | $32,400-$99,950 |
| Apex Energy Solutions | $25,000 | 7% | $98,850-$197,500 | |
| Crystal Clear Window Works USA | $500,000 | 12.5% | $91,000-$132,500 | |
| Frames N Panes | N/A | $300.00 per month | $39,500-And Up | |
| Glass Guru, The | $17,500-$65,000 | 5% | 3% | $64,150-$183,000 |
| homestory | N/A | Varies | $15,000 | |
| HomeStory Doors and More | $20,000-$40,000 | varies | varies | $157,250-$298,500 |
| Only Doors & Windows | $30,000 | 5% | $57,300-$89,300 | |
| Precision Door Service | $10,000-$100,000 | $500/wk. to 6K/wk. | 3% | $71,255-$314,955 |
| Screenmobile, The | $39,500 | 7% | $75/mo. | $83,794-$164,240 |
| SmartView | $30,000 | $360/ week to $600/ week | 3% | $77,297-$85,225 |
| Window World | $25,000 | Varies | $122,700-$328,000 |