1986
44
$100,600
$65,000
$148,200
Yes
Window Gang is the #1 residential and commercial window cleaning franchise in the U.S., holding the top spot for nine consecutive years on the Entrepreneur Franchise 500 list. Since its founding in 1986, Window Gang has built a solid reputation for offering eco-friendly cleaning solutions, proprietary cleaning methods, and delivering exceptional customer service.
Our franchise system empowers entrepreneurs to start and scale a business that focuses on providing high-quality window cleaning services to both residential and commercial clients. With a proven track record of success, including industry-leading customer satisfaction, Window Gang is a standout opportunity for those looking to enter the thriving home services industry.
By joining Window Gang, you gain access to a proven business model, ongoing training, and marketing support to ensure your success in the highly competitive cleaning industry. Our franchisees benefit from a turnkey solution that allows them to hit the ground running and provide services using our eco-friendly, proprietary cleaning products, making a difference for customers while ensuring maximum profitability.
Be a part of the Window Gang family and leverage our proven success to build a profitable, sustainable business. Ready to take the next step with the #1 franchise in residential and commercial window cleaning? Start your franchise journey with us today!
Established: 1986
First Unit Franchised: 1996
Franchised Units: 44
Company Owned Units: 0
States Registered In: Alabama - AL, Arizona - AZ, Arkansas - AR, Colorado - CO, Connecticut - CT, Florida - FL, Georgia - GA, Idaho - ID, Indiana - IN, Iowa - IA, Kansas - KS, Kentucky - KY, Louisiana - LA, Maine - ME, Massachusetts - MA, Mississippi - MS, Missouri - MO, Montana - MT, Nebraska - NE, Nevada - NV, New Hampshire - NH, New Jersey - NJ, New Mexico - NM, North Carolina - NC, Ohio - OH, Oklahoma - OK, Oregon - OR, Pennsylvania - PA, Rhode Island - RI, South Carolina - SC, Tennessee - TN, Texas - TX, Utah - UT, Vermont - VT, West Virginia - WV, Wyoming - WY
*NOT REGISTERED IN: CANADA, CALIFORNIA, MINNESOTA, HAWAII, OR THE DAKOTAS.
Canada Franchises: No
International Franchises: No
Financial Assistance Provided: Yes
Site Selection Assistance: No
Lease Negotiation Assistance: No
Recruiting Assistance: Yes
Cooperative Advertising: No
Training:
Owner Experience Program (OXP)
The Owner Experience Program (OXP) is a comprehensive, three-week intensive coaching and training initiative designed to set new franchisees up for long-term success. Every activity, session, and module within OXP has been strategically developed to equip new owners with the tools, knowledge, and confidence needed to launch and grow their business effectively.
OXP focuses on five critical pillars of success: Capacity, Marketing, Estimating, Sales, and Production. The program blends both online and in-person training sessions led by our expert Training Team, Brand Coaches, Brand Leads, Marketing Professionals, Vendor Partners, and IT System Specialists.
By leveraging proven models and hands-on learning, OXP empowers franchisees to hit the ground running and significantly increase their probability of success.
Ownership Role & Responsibilities
As a Window Gang owner, your primary role is to lead and manage the service team, ensuring high-quality delivery across all services. You’ll advise on and execute marketing strategies provided by Premium Service Brands (PSB), with a focus on optimizing lead generation and customer acquisition.
Whether operating as a full-time Executive Owner or a Semi-Absentee Owner, franchisees are responsible for managing the seven key pillars of business ownership:
Operations
Finance
Human Resources
Sales
Marketing
Administration
Networking & Community Engagement
This model provides a strategic framework for driving growth while allowing flexibility in how involved you are in daily operations.
Ideal Candidate
Window Gang franchise owners come from diverse professional backgrounds, but all share a drive for success and leadership. Our ideal candidates include:
Executive Leaders seeking to build scalable, service-driven businesses
Self-Starters ready to own and grow their future
Empire Builders focused on expansion and market dominance
Lifestyle Entrepreneurs looking for a balanced business model with recurring revenue
This opportunity is a strong fit for individuals with experience in sales, management, operations, or leadership—and a passion for delivering exceptional service in both residential and commercial markets.
Franchise Fee: $65,000 (not including Veteran, Minority, First Responder 10% discount)
Total Investment: $100,600 to $148,200
Minimum Net Worth: $50,000
Franchise Fee: $65,000 (for territory #2, $55k for territory #3, $45k for territory #3)
Royalty: 6% of Gross Sales weekly; $150 per week, minimum
National Marketing: 2% of Gross Sales weekly
Call Center/Contact Center: 2% with a cap at $695/week
Item 19: Yes
Average Number of Employees: 6 (W2)
E2 Visa Candidates: Yes
Semi-Absentee Ownership: Yes
Home-Based: Yes
B2B: Yes
B2C: Yes
Master Franchise Opportunities: No
Veteran Discount: Yes
