Insektenschutz Hofmeister

What Insektenschutz Hofmeister does

Insektenschutz Hofmeister is a German family-owned custom manufacturer of insect protection systems, founded in 2006 by Gerhard Hofmeister and headquartered in Straubing, Bavaria. The company designs, handcrafts, and professionally installs made-to-measure insect screens for residential windows, doors, roof windows, and basement light shafts, serving primarily individual homeowners across multiple Bavarian cities including Straubing, Pilsting, Regensburg, and Landshut. Its product range includes tension frames (Spannrahmen), hinged frames (Drehrahmen) opening inward and outward, roller systems (Fliegengitterrollos), sliding windows and doors (Schiebefenster/Schiebetür), integrated 4-way pet flaps for cats and dogs, and custom special solutions (Sonderlösungen) covering unusual geometries, special colors, lockable handles, and remote-controlled mechanisms. All fabrication is done in-house to individual specifications rather than using standardized sizes.

The company operates a direct-to-consumer go-to-market combining physical retail (a Fliegengitter-Fachgeschäft specialty store in Regensburg), in-home consultation and on-site measurement, and website-driven inquiry through hofmeister24.de. Revenue is generated via one-time purchases bundling custom fabrication, materials, and professional installation; pricing is quote-based with no publicly disclosed tiers or subscription options. Marketing is local and low-cost, centered on Google Business Profile reviews, dedicated regional landing pages per service city, and word-of-mouth referrals.

Beyond its core insect-protection line, the company has extended its product surface into adjacent categories — Sonnenschutz (sun protection), Sichtschutz (privacy screens), Haustür (front doors), and Fenster (windows) — indicating modest product-line diversification rather than aggressive geographic or channel expansion. The business remains privately held, bootstrapped, and operationally limited to a regional Bavarian footprint with no external institutional investors, no disclosed subsidiaries, and no headcount data.

Name

Insektenschutz Hofmeister

Legal name

Hofmeister

Website

https://insektenschutz-hofmeister.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Insektenschutz Hofmeister is a family-owned Bavarian manufacturer that handcrafts and installs custom-made insect screens for residential windows, doors, roof windows, and light shafts, serving homeowners across Straubing, Regensburg, Landshut, and Pilsting.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Custom Insect Protection Systems

NAICS

Blind and Shade Manufacturing (33792)

SIC

Metal Doors, Sash, Frames, Moldings & Trim (3442)

akta.pro primary industry

Screens, Storm Doors/Windows & Insect Protection Systems (IMADAIAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

Physical/Mechanical Controls (Sealing, Screens, Traps, Barriers) (HSAMALAI)

Keywords

• Custom insect screens
• Fly screen installation
• Window insect protection
• Light shaft covers
• Made-to-measure screens

Headquarters

HQ city

Straubing

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Custom Insect Screen Sales and Installation: The primary revenue stream comes from manufacturing and selling custom-made insect protection screens (Fenster, Türen, Dachfenster, Lichtschächte) along with professional on-site installation services. Products are sold as one-time purchases with installation, not as recurring subscription models. The company also offers combination solutions integrated with roller shutters or sun protection systems.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Insektenschutz Hofmeister manufactures custom-made insect protection systems (Insektenschutzgitter/Fliegengitter) by hand to individual measurements for windows, doors, roof windows, and basement light shafts. Products include tension frames, hinged frames, roller screens, sliding windows/doors, and integrated pet flaps, with professional on-site measurement and installation service offered across Bavarian service areas including Straubing, Pilsting, Regensburg, and Landshut.

Product overview

Insektenschutz Hofmeister is a custom manufacturing business specializing in bespoke insect protection systems. The core product portfolio includes window insect screens (available as tension frames, hinged frames, roller screens, and sliding windows), door insect screens (sliding and hinged configurations), roof window insect screens, and light shaft/basement well covers. The company also offers custom solutions for unusual requirements and pet-access flaps as an add-on. Founded in 2006, all products are handmade to measure specifications using high-quality materials. The product line can be combined with roller shutters or integrated sun protection systems.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Insektenschutz für Fenster (Window Insect Screens) Custom-made insect screens for windows available in multiple configurations including tension frames, hinged frames (inward and outward opening), roller screens, and sliding windows. Handmade in-house using high-quality materials to harmonize aesthetically with existing windows and living spaces.
• Insektengittertüren (Door Insect Screens) Custom-made insect screen doors available as sliding doors or hinged doors, providing protection against insects while allowing fresh air circulation and sunlight into the home.
• Insektenschutzgitter für Dachfenster (Roof Window Insect Screens) Custom-made insect protection grilles for roof windows (klapp- und Schwingfenster), providing insect protection while allowing optimal room ventilation and aesthetic harmony with the space.
• Lichtschachtabdeckungen (Light Shaft Covers) Custom-made covers for light shafts and basement window wells that protect against insects, dirt, leaves, and debris. Available with rain/snow protection variants to keep shafts dry and prevent water ingress.
• Sonderlösungen (Custom Solutions) Customized insect screen solutions for unusual window shapes, special color requirements, and specific mesh material needs. Also includes special locking mechanisms such as remote control operation and lockable handles for enhanced security.
• Katzen- & Hundeklappen (Pet Flaps with Insect Screen) Insect screens with integrated 4-way technology pet flaps allowing cats and dogs to enter and exit freely. Available in various sizes and colors to suit different pet sizes and home aesthetics.

Named customers6 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• MHZ Hachtel: MHZ is a German manufacturer of window decoration including blinds, shutters, and insect screens, distributed through specialist dealers. Comparable product category, but a broad national player rather than a regional custom manufacturer.
• Heroal: Heroal manufactures aluminum window, door, roller shutter and insect screen systems, supplying fabricators and dealers across Germany and internationally. Comparable via its Insektenschutz range but positioned as a broad industrial incumbent serving OEM partners.
• WAREMA: WAREMA is a leading German manufacturer of sun protection, roller shutters and insect screen systems, serving both residential and commercial customers across Europe. Comparable through its insect screen product line and combination with Rollladen/Sonnenschutz, but operates as a broad incumbent rather than a local custom shop.
• Reflekta: Reflekta produces sun protection, insect screen, and blackout systems in Germany for residential and commercial applications, distributed through dealers. Comparable through product overlap in insect screens and combination with Sonnenschutz, at broader national scale.
• Schellenberg: German DIY/home improvement brand selling insect screens, roller shutters, and sun protection through retail and e-commerce. Comparable product category, but competes from a mass-market, standardized end rather than custom Ma\u00dfanfertigung.

Others

• Insektenschutz-Profi: Germany-based online specialist supplier of insect screen components and made-to-measure frames for end customers and installers. Comparable product focus but operates as an e-commerce supplier/distributor rather than a local field-service custom shop.

Direct peers

• Insetem: French manufacturer of custom-made insect screens for windows, doors, verandas and roof windows, distributed via dealer/installer network. Highly comparable to Hofmeister's Ma\u00dfanfertigung model in a neighboring European market.
• Neher Insektenschutz: Neher is one of Germany's largest specialized manufacturers of custom-made insect protection systems (Insektenschutz nach Ma\u00df) for windows, doors, roof windows and light shafts, operating through a dealer network. Highly comparable to Hofmeister's core offering, but at significantly larger national scale.
• Tesa (insect screen systems): Germany-based specialist retailer/installer offering custom-made insect screens for windows, doors, and roof windows across multiple regions. Closely comparable craft-based custom business model to Hofmeister, with broader geographic reach.

Regional players

• Insektenschutz-Schmitt: Small regional German custom insect screen manufacturer/installer operating in a different geographic territory. Comparable craft-based, custom business model but serves a different regional market than Hofmeister's Bavarian base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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