COOL VU GLASS AND SURFACE SOLUTIONS
CoolVu Glass and Surface Solutions is a home-based franchise business that sells and installs residential and commercial window film, graphics, architectural surface products, and ancillary services under the CoolVu brand and proprietary system. Franchisees operate using methods, training, and products developed by the franchisor and its affiliates, targeting owners, property managers, and tenants of residential and commercial buildings. The business model involves franchising these operations in a fragmented market competing with local shops, sign companies, and other chains.
Disclaimer: This information was extracted using AI from public Franchise Disclosure Documents and should be independently verified. This is not financial or legal advice. Always review official FDD filings before making investment decisions.
Overview
Financial Requirements
Tiered monthly royalty (Y1 $400, Y2 $800, Y3 $1,200, Y4-10 $1,600) + $250/mo brand marketing fund + $250/mo technology fee
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: Financial performance data is based on the average invoiced price of projects for 81 franchised territories owned as of December 31, 2023, including 39 territories that operated for the entire 2023 calendar year.
* The document provides the 'average invoiced price of projects' ($2,701.42 for all territories and $2,979.19 for territories operating all 2023 calendar year), not the average gross revenue per franchise unit (territory). The prompt explicitly defines `average_gross_revenue` as 'Average gross revenue per franchise unit'. Since the provided data is 'per project' and not 'per unit', it does not fit the definition. The document also explicitly states that these numbers do not reflect costs of sales, operating expenses, or other costs/expenses to obtain net income or profits, therefore, profit and net income/EBITDA metrics cannot be determined or estimated.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How COOL VU GLASS AND SURFACE SOLUTIONS Compares to Other Home Services Franchises
Key Insights
- Lower investment than 91% of Home Services franchises
- Higher than average SBA loan default rate in Home Services
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
COOL VU GLASS AND SURFACE SOLUTIONS Current | $58K - $97K | $20K | N/A | 81 |
| MERRY MAIDS | $127K - $166K | $55K | 7.0% | 933 |
| HOLIDAY LIGHTING HEROES | $150K - $177K | $127K | 10.0% | 653 |
| SIGN GYPSIES | $4K - $5K | $1K | N/A | 587 |
| MOSQUITO AUTHORITY | $54K - $128K | $45K | 10.0% | 546 |
| Culligan | $130K - $814K | $40K | 2.0% | 460 |
Home Services Average 129 franchises | $144K - $289K | $53K | 7.0% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 129 Home Services franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2023)
Outlets by state across the United States
+11 more states
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for COOL VU GLASS AND SURFACE SOLUTIONS franchisees (2023 - 2025)
Loans by Year
* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.
Franchisee Contacts
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
No litigation involving franchisees reported in the FDD.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
No bankruptcy history reported in the FDD.
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to open a COOL VU GLASS AND SURFACE SOLUTIONS franchise?
The total initial investment to open a COOL VU GLASS AND SURFACE SOLUTIONS franchise ranges from $58,450 to $96,850. This includes a franchise fee of $19,900.
How many COOL VU GLASS AND SURFACE SOLUTIONS franchise locations are there?
As of the 2024 FDD, COOL VU GLASS AND SURFACE SOLUTIONS has 81 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2021.
Can you get an SBA loan for a COOL VU GLASS AND SURFACE SOLUTIONS franchise?
Yes, SBA loans are available for COOL VU GLASS AND SURFACE SOLUTIONS franchises. Historical data shows 16 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for COOL VU GLASS AND SURFACE SOLUTIONS franchisees, with an average loan amount of $138,125. The historical default rate is 0.0%.
Is COOL VU GLASS AND SURFACE SOLUTIONS a good franchise to buy?
COOL VU GLASS AND SURFACE SOLUTIONS shows several positive indicators: transparent financial performance data (Item 19), low SBA loan default rate. However, franchise success depends on many factors including location, local market conditions, and owner involvement. We recommend speaking with existing franchisees and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.
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