How much does it cost to open a Window Genie franchise?

The total initial investment for a Window Genie franchise ranges from $125,600 to $300,000. This includes the franchise fee of $40,000, buildout costs, equipment, and initial working capital.

What are the ongoing fees for a Window Genie franchise?

Window Genie franchisees pay a 7.0% royalty fee and a 2.0% advertising/marketing fund contribution. These are typically calculated as a percentage of gross revenue.

How much money can you make with a Window Genie franchise?

Based on Item 19 financial performance data, the median Window Genie franchise generates $387,308 in annual revenue. Estimated owner profit is approximately $81,335.

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Window Genie Franchise Cost Breakdown

Complete investment analysis based on official FDD data

Total Investment

$125,600 – $300,000

Franchise Fee

$40,000

Royalty Rate

7.0%

Initial Investment Range

Low: $125,600 High: $300,000

The total initial investment to open a Window Genie franchise ranges from $125,600 to $300,000, as disclosed in their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the one-time franchise fee of $40,000.

Midpoint estimate: $212,800

Franchise Fee

$40,000

One-time initial fee

The Window Genie franchise fee is a one-time upfront payment made to the franchisor when you sign the franchise agreement. This fee grants you the right to operate under the Window Genie brand and is included in the total initial investment range above.

Ongoing Fees

Royalty Fee

7.0%

of gross revenue

Ad/Marketing Fund

2.0%

of gross revenue

Total Ongoing Fee Burden: 9.0% of gross revenue

Combined royalty and advertising fund contributions before any other fees.

Other Ongoing Fees

Fee Type	Rate	Type	Notes
License Fee	7.0	PCT	Payable within 5 days following each semi-monthly period (twice per month). Minimum license fees also apply (see Fees Chart). Gross Sales must be reported for the week earned; reporting cannot be postponed. License fees are due when work is completed, not when payment is collected. Does not apply to roll-in sales.
MAP Fee	2.0	PCT	Marketing, Advertising and Promotion Fund fee. Payable within 5 days following each semi-monthly period (twice per month). Minimum MAP fees also apply (see Fees Chart). Does not apply to roll-in sales.
Local Marketing Groups	3.0	PCT	Not to exceed 3% of Gross Sales. As of FDD issuance date, franchisor may require that a portion of LMG contribution (currently 2% of Gross Sales) be paid for use towards Neighborly marketing and brand awareness initiatives. Franchisee must participate in and contribute to LMG's advertising and marketing programs if designated. LMG contribution counts towards required Minimum Local Marketing Spending, but Minimum Local Marketing Spending does not represent a limit on LMG contributions. Due date determined by LMG members.

What You Get

Financial Performance (Item 19)

Median Revenue

$387,308

per year, per location

Mean Revenue

$485,284

per year, per location

Profitability Estimate

Estimated Owner Profit

$81,335

per year

Profit Margin

21.0%

of revenue

Estimation method: benchmark

Estimated ROI (Simple Payback): 2.6 years

Based on midpoint investment of $212,800 and estimated annual owner profit of $81,335.

Unit Growth & Failure Rate

Avg. Annual Closure Rate

10.5%

Elevated risk — above industry average

Net Unit Growth

-124 units

From 2022 to 2025

Unit Activity History

Year	Start	Opened	Closed	Transfers	End
2022	124	+13	-19	—	113
2023	113	+12	-12	—	106
2024	106	+8	-6	—	103
2025	—	+11	—	—	—

Is a Window Genie Franchise Worth It?

Based on the FDD data, here is a data-driven snapshot of the Window Genie franchise opportunity:

Overall Score

54/100

Moderate opportunity

Est. Payback Period

2.6 yrs

Fast payback

Risk Level

High

10.5% annual closure rate

Window Genie shows a moderate score across our evaluation criteria. Careful due diligence is recommended. With median unit revenue of $387,308 and a combined fee burden of 9.0% of gross revenue, prospective franchisees should model their own financial projections carefully. For a complete analysis including risk factors, deal-breaker flags, and detailed financial modeling, see the full report.