Established
2005
Franchise Units
26
Minimum Investment
$55,955
Franchise Fee
$20,000
Total Investment Range
$170,555
Home Based
No
Description
Access Garage Doors USA is a leading provider of residential and commercial garage door services, including installation, repair, and maintenance. Founded in 2005 by Jesse Cox in Chattanooga, Tennessee, the company has grown from a home-based operation to a national franchise network. Under the umbrella of Open Doors Inc., Access Garage Doors began franchising in September 2019, offering entrepreneurs a proven business model in the home services industry .
Why Invest in This Franchise?
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Proven Business Model: Access Garage Doors has a track record of success, with franchisees reporting annual sales averages of $1.2 million by their third year.
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Growing Market Demand: The demand for garage door services continues to rise, driven by increasing homeownership and the need for reliable home maintenance services.
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Comprehensive Support: Franchisees receive extensive training and ongoing support to ensure business success.
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Veteran Incentives: A 20% discount on the franchise fee is available for military veterans.
Background
Founded: 2005 (Chattanooga, Tennessee)
Franchising Since: 2019
Founders: Jesse Cox (CEO)
Current Market Presence: Over 26 active franchise units across 20+ states.
Industry Category: Home Services / Garage Door Installation & Repair.
The brand journey began in a humble apartment garage where Jesse Cox set out to build a company rooted in integrity. Over two decades, that local Tennessee business evolved into a national powerhouse. Access Garage Doors is now a Master Authorized Clopay dealer and is consistently recognized as a top-tier provider in the home improvement sector.
Support Training
We don't just hand you a manual and wish you luck. Access Garage Doors provides a "well-oiled machine" of support to ensure your business remains on track:
The "Opener" Program: A pre-launch phase where our corporate team walks you through business setup, legal requirements, and initial logistics.
Comprehensive A-Train Platform: A proprietary educational system featuring 10 days of intensive training. This includes 5 days of virtual learning followed by 5 days of hands-on technical training at our 15,000-square-foot facility in Chattanooga.
Marketing & Lead Gen: You’ll receive a professional local website, access to proven advertising templates, and guidance on leveraging our national vendor relationships to drive local leads.
Operational Tools: Access to proprietary scheduling, tracking, and payment processing software that allows you to manage your entire business from a mobile device.
Ongoing Mentorship: Regular field support and refresher courses ensure you stay ahead of industry trends and new smart-home technologies.
Ideal Candidate
You don’t need to be a mechanic or a garage door expert to succeed here—we can teach you the technical skills. We are looking for:
Results-Oriented Leaders: Individuals with a background in sales, marketing, or general management.
Customer-Centric Mindset: People who take pride in providing "old-school" honest service and building a local reputation.
Ambitious Investors: Whether you want to be a hands-on owner-operator or a manager-led multi-unit owner, you must have the drive to scale.
Team Builders: The ability to recruit, lead, and motivate a team of technicians is a core component of long-term success.
Financial Detail
| Financial Component | Estimated Cost / Detail |
| Initial Franchise Fee | $20,000 |
| Total Investment Range | $55,955 – $170,555 |
| Minimum Liquid Capital | $50,000 |
| Net Worth Requirement | $100,000 – $250,000 |
| Royalty Fees | 4% (Year 1), 4.5% (Year 2), 5% (Year 3+) |
| Marketing Fund Fee | 0.5% |
| Veteran Discount | 20% Off the initial franchise fee |