SuperGlass Windshield Repair vs DPF Alternatives Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of SuperGlass Windshield Repair vs DPF Alternatives including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
SuperGlass Windshield Repair Franchise
DPF Alternatives Franchise
Investment $18,685 - $84,205$45,000 - $141,500
Franchise Fee $5,000 - $17,500$10,000 - $25,000
Royalty Fee 4%$750/mo.
Advertising Fee -$300/mo.
Year Founded 19922013
Year Franchised 19932016
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee $1K-


Business Experience Requirements

 
SuperGlass Windshield Repair Franchise
DPF Alternatives Franchise
Experience
  • Good people skills; must enjoy working outdoors
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    Financing Options

     
    SuperGlass Windshield Repair Franchise
    DPF Alternatives Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees Yes/No-/-
    Start-up Costs No/No-/-
    Equipment No/No-/-
    Inventory No/No-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support

     
    SuperGlass Windshield Repair Franchise
    DPF Alternatives Franchise
    Training On-The-Job Training: 40 hours Classroom Training: 40 hours Additional Training: Ongoing via forums, emails & conventions -
    Support Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations -
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising-
    Operations Franchise can be run from home.

    15% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 1

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (95% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans

     
    SuperGlass Windshield Repair Franchise
    DPF Alternatives Franchise
    US Expansion YesYes
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion YesYes

    Company Overviews

    About SuperGlass Windshield Repair

    SuperGlass Windshield Repair was founded in 1992 by David Casey, Bill Costello and Bill Mitchell in Atlanta. The company began franchising in 1993 and is seeking new franchise units worldwide.
    SuperGlass stands out as the leader in technology, training and customer service because our windshield repair training programs are designed with customer satisfaction in mind, not budget or logistical difficulties. 
    All SuperGlass Technicians are required to be in uniform on the job. Their professional image is part of the SuperGlass customer service program and offers security to our customers.

    Veteran Incentives  10% off franchise fee

    "Entrepreneur
    #422 in Franchise 500 for 2020.


    About DPF Alternatives

    "DPF
    DPF Alternatives has franchise opportunities available with many markets selling quickly. If you are interested in joining a highly resilient, fast growing niche market, and you like being part of a team, the largest Diesel Particulate Filter service company in the country would like to welcome you with open arms. Our DPF Alternatives family is always looking for great team players who want to make a difference.

    Veteran Incentives  25% off franchise fee

    #361 in Franchise 500 for 2021.  Not in Franchise 500 for 2020.