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Access Garage Doors®

Construction & Home Improvement Year: 2024
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What Is Access Garage Doors?

Access Garage Doors is a franchise for the development and operation of a garage door sales, installation, repair and service business. The business is typically operated year-round as a home-based business, although it may be operated from a small industrial or retail space with a showroom if approved by the franchisor. It primarily serves residential property owners (B2C) and provides onsite consultation and design, sales of prefabricated and custom garage doors and electric openers, installation and repair services, parts and privately labeled products, together with proprietary warranty, maintenance and service guarantee programs.

Access Garage Doors Franchise: Pros and Cons

One key strength is the low startup cost, with a $20,000 initial franchise fee and a $10,000 maximum reserve requirement-well below typical Construction & Home Improvement figures-paired with zero outlet terminations, non-renewals, lawsuits, judgments, penalties, or enforcement actions. A key risk is that no cons are disclosed, which could mask undisclosed operational or long-term performance issues.

Pros

$20,000 initial franchise fee and a $10,000 maximum reserve requirement are both well below what’s typical in Construction & Home Improvement, leaving you with more cash on hand and keeping the upper estimate of startup cash needs manageable.
Zero outlet terminations and zero outlet non-renewals-both well below typical for the sector-suggest fewer past operators have exited the system and point to relative franchisee stability.
Zero disclosed lawsuits, zero franchisee-initiated judgments or settlements, zero government penalties, and zero franchisor-initiated enforcement actions indicate a clean legal and regulatory record compared with industry norms, which lowers legal risk for new operators.

Cons

Territory Protection

43/100
NORMAL

Access Garage Doors grants a protected territory based on population and market density using census zip codes, giving exclusive rights within the licensed area. Territory rights are contingent on meeting performance quotas; the franchisor retains alternative distribution (including e-commerce) and may develop nearby units without a right of first refusal.

Training & Support

84/100
NORMAL

Access Garage Doors provides a robust 125-hour training curriculum designed to prepare three franchisee staff members for launch. The program includes on-site launch support for operational readiness, and franchisees are responsible for travel and living expenses; on-site support is available for an additional fee.

How Much Does It Cost to Open an Access Garage Doors Franchise?

Opening an Access Garage Doors franchise requires a total initial investment of $55,955 to $105,555, according to the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. This range covers the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and initial working capital needed to launch and operate through the early months.

Minimum Investment

$55,955
Minimum Investment Breakdown
Franchise Fee
Real Estate
Equipment & Assets
Reserves
Training
Other

Maximum Investment

$105,555
Maximum Investment Breakdown

Minimum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$20,000
Real Estate$0
Equipment & Assets$28,880
Reserves$3,000
Training$1,515
Other$2,560

Maximum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$20,000
Real Estate$9,040
Equipment & Assets$45,115
Reserves$10,000
Training$3,000
Other$18,400

Investment Analysis

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The initial investment amounts shown are estimates only. Actual costs may vary based on location size, business model, and multi-unit ownership arrangements. We recommend reviewing the full Franchise Disclosure Document for complete details.

How Much Do Access Garage Doors Franchise Owners Make?

Access Garage Doors franchise locations reported average gross sales of $889,093 and median gross sales of $464,451 in 2024, based on financial performance data disclosed in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Average Gross Sales:
$889,093
Median Gross Sales:
$464,451
High Gross Sales:
$1,621,401
Low Gross Sales:
$352,364
Sample Size:
5
Percent Attaining Average:
40.0%
Audit Status:
Unaudited
Franchise vs Corporate Performance: The company affiliate's average annual sales (5,288,656.99 in 2023) far exceed the franchised-unit average (889,093.36 in 2023), indicating the affiliate operates at a much larger scale than typical franchised territories.
Performance Variability Analysis: Franchised unit results are highly dispersed in 2023, with a mean (889,093.36) substantially above the median (464,450.67) and a range from 352,363.61 to 1,621,401.32, indicating a few high performers drive the average.
Data Scope and Limitations: The franchised data are based on only five units (units with <1 year excluded), provided by franchisees and not audited, so results may not be representative of future outcomes or other markets.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Access Garage Doors a good franchise to own?

Whether Access Garage Doors is a good franchise depends on your goals, experience, and local market. Key factors from the 2024 FDD: Access Garage Doors operates 12 locations, received a legal risk score of 100/100, a training and support score of 84/100. Financial performance data is disclosed in Item 19. Prospective franchisees should review the full Franchise Disclosure Document and consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decision.

Is an Access Garage Doors franchise worth the investment?

The value of an Access Garage Doors franchise investment depends on factors such as location, operator experience, and market demand. The initial investment ranges from $55,955 to $105,555. Access Garage Doors disclosed average gross sales of $889,093 in 2024. Franchise investments carry inherent risk, and prospective buyers should conduct thorough due diligence before committing capital.

How long does it take to break even with an Access Garage Doors franchise?

Break-even timelines for Access Garage Doors franchises are not disclosed in the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. Break-even periods vary significantly based on initial investment level, local market conditions, operating costs, and revenue ramp-up speed. Prospective franchisees should build a pro forma financial model using Item 7 cost estimates and, where available, Item 19 financial performance data from the FDD.

Is Access Garage Doors a franchise or a corporate-owned business?

As of the 2024 FDD, Access Garage Doors operates 11 franchised locations and 1 company-owned locations. Franchise opportunities are available through the franchisor's disclosure process.

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