UniglassPlus
UniglassPlus/Ziebart is a Canadian automotive services franchise network operating 220+ locations under Driven Brands, offering windshield repair/replacement, ADAS calibration, rust proofing, detailing, coatings, and accessory installation to individual vehicle owners and commercial fleet operators across Canada.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1980
- HeadquartersLaval, Canada
- Headcount51–100
- GTM typeB2C
- OfferingServices
What UniglassPlus does
UniglassPlus/Ziebart is a Canadian automotive services franchise network operating 220+ retail locations nationwide, headquartered in Laval, Quebec with regional offices in Hamilton, Ontario, and operating under the Uniban Canada umbrella owned by Driven Brands (NASDAQ: DRVN). Founded approximately 1980, the network has operated for over 40 years and is positioned as Canada's largest automotive glass franchise. Core services span windshield repair and replacement using Original Equipment Equivalent (OEE) certified glass, ADAS windshield camera calibration via static (laser-precision) and dynamic (OBD-II port) methods, Ziebart-branded rust proofing (permanent sealant, Penetr-Oil® annual treatments, undercoating, and soundproofing), detailing with proprietary paint-protection coatings (Ceramic Z-Gloss®, Diamond Gloss®, Protect-A-Shine®), window tinting, paint protection film, electronics installation (remote start, audio/video, GPS, backup cameras, Bluetooth), trailer hitches, tire services, and accessories. A windshield recycling initiative diverts 1.2M+ windshields annually from landfills.
The business operates on a franchise model where UniglassPlus/Uniban Canada collects franchise fees, royalties, and product-distribution revenue, while individual franchisees run retail locations and mobile service units. Customer segments are primarily individual vehicle owners and commercial fleet operators, with insurance-company preferred-partner status serving as a key channel that funnels 80%+ of Canadian glass insurance claims to the network; a centralized call center routes approximately 340,000 calls per year to franchise locations. Revenue mechanics are primarily transaction-based per service (insurance-covered windshield work, paid rust proofing, coatings, detailing), supplemented by franchise fees and product/parts supply to the network. Strategic parent affiliation with Driven Brands provides bulk purchasing power, brand portfolio leverage, and the operational backbone of a North American automotive services platform with 4,200+ locations across 15+ countries.
UniglassPlus firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- UniglassPlus
- Legal name
- UniglassPlus/Ziebart
- Website
- https://uniglassplus.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1980
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 51–100 employees
- Short description
- UniglassPlus/Ziebart is a Canadian automotive services franchise network operating 220+ locations under Driven Brands, offering windshield repair/replacement, ADAS calibration, rust proofing, detailing, coatings, and accessory installation to individual vehicle owners and commercial fleet operators across Canada.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
UniglassPlus industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Automotive Glass & Vehicle Protection Services
- NAICS
- Automotive Glass Replacement Shops (811122), Automotive Body, Paint, Interior, and Glass Repair (81112)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Auto Glass Repair & Replacement (TLAKAAAH)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Mobile Glass Repair/Replacement & Temporary Weatherproofing (TLAKAFAL), Collision Repair, Bodywork & Paint (Light-Duty) (TLAKAAAK), Window Films & Tinting Retail (Privacy, UV, Decorative Films) (CRAIAKAJ)
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Where UniglassPlus is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Laval
- HQ country
- Canada
- HQ region
- North America
Offices2 records
Markets served
UniglassPlus business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2C
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Supply Chain
Revenue model
- Auto Glass Services: Primary revenue stream from windshield repair and replacement, including ADAS camera calibration. Services provided at store locations and via mobile units. Revenue is transaction-based per service.
- Rust Proofing Services: Revenue from permanent rust proofing treatments, Penetr-Oil® annual treatments, and undercoating services. Includes both one-time treatments and recurring annual service subscriptions.
- Car Detailing Services: Interior and exterior detailing, paint protection, fabric protection, and leather treatment services. Revenue from individual service appointments and bundled packages.
- Automotive Accessories and Electronics: Window tinting, paint protection film, remote starters, sound/video systems, GPS installation, backup cameras, and accessories. Revenue from product sales and professional installation services.
- Franchise Fees: Revenue from franchise fees and ongoing franchise support. The company has developed over 200 franchises in Canada, representing more than 220 automotive glass facilities.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Transaction based/ take rate | Pay-as-you-go | Insurance-covered windshield services |
| Transaction based/ take rate | Pay-as-you-go | Rust proofing treatment options |
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels5 records
Marketing channels6 records
UniglassPlus product offering
Product offeringCore offering
UniglassPlus/Ziebart provides automotive glass repair and replacement, rust proofing, car detailing, window tinting, paint protection, electronics installation, and automotive accessories through a 220+ location franchise network across Canada. The company serves both individual vehicle owners and commercial fleet operators with services including windshield replacement and repair, ADAS camera calibration, insurance claims management, permanent and annual rust proofing, interior and exterior detailing, ceramic paint coatings, remote starters, GPS installation, and trailer hitches.
Product overview
UniglassPlus/Ziebart is a comprehensive automotive service company operating as part of the Driven Brands franchise network with over 220 Canadian locations. The company offers a multi-service portfolio organized around vehicle protection and preservation: Auto Glass Services (windshield replacement, repair, ADAS calibration, insurance claims, mobile service) as the core business; Rust Proofing (Permanent Treatment, Penetr-Oil®, Undercoating, Soundproofing); Car Detailing (exterior/interior detailing, paint coatings including Ceramic Z-Gloss®, Diamond Gloss®, Protect-A-Shine®, Triple Action Interior); Window Tinting; Paint Protection Film; Electronics (remote start, GPS, sound/video systems, backup cameras, Bluetooth); and Automotive Accessories (truck accessories, trailer hitches, tires). The company serves both individual consumers and commercial fleet customers across Canada.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Securi-Clear: Lifetime warranty program for windshield repairs.
- Ceramic Z-Gloss
- Diamond Gloss
- Protect-A-Shine
- Penetr-Oil
- Inner-Guard
- Protect-A-Shine
- AEGIS Microbe Shield
Quantifiable outcome
- 80%+ of Canadian glass insurance claims managed through the network
- +4 more outcomes
Companies that use UniglassPlus
Customer profileNamed customers1 record
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
UniglassPlus technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature5 records
UniglassPlus partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.
- Breakfast Club of CanadaminorCommunity partnership supporting child nutrition through national fundraising campaigns and local/regional fundraising efforts. VitroPlus and UniglassPlus actively support this initiative to make a difference in children's lives across Canada.
- Insurance Companies (Various)corePreferred partner for many insurance companies to handle windshield repair and replacement claims. UniglassPlus manages complete claims process from start to finish, including coverage validation and deductible determination, at no charge to the insurer or customer.
- Fleet Management Companies (Various)coreUniglassPlus is often part of fleet management companies' trusted networks, approved to service their fleet vehicles for windshield repair and replacement.
Scale indicators9 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
UniglassPlus competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Ziebart International: US and international parent/originator of the Ziebart brand UniglassPlus/Ziebart operates under; offers the same rust proofing, undercoating, and paint protection services plus auto glass in adjacent geography.
- Safelite Group (Belron): Largest North American auto glass repair and replacement company (Belron subsidiary), with directly comparable service mix (windshield repair/replace, ADAS calibration, insurance handling) and similar franchise/location model.
- Speedy Glass (Belron): Belron's Canadian auto glass brand and UniglassPlus's primary direct competitor in the same Canadian market, offering windshield repair, replacement, and ADAS calibration services through its own national retail and mobile footprint.
- Apple Auto Glass: Canadian auto glass replacement and repair chain operating across multiple provinces with mobile service, directly competing with UniglassPlus in windshield repair and insurance-claim-driven consumer segments.
- Glass Doctor (Neighborly): North American franchise-based auto, home, and business glass repair network under Neighborly; directly comparable franchise-driven model and core windshield/auto glass offering.
- Auto Glass Now: North American auto glass replacement and repair chain with mobile service and insurance claims handling; directly comparable service offering and channel structure to UniglassPlus.
- Novus Glass: North American auto glass repair franchise specializing in windshield repair (the crack repair technique Novus pioneered), with directly comparable franchise model and consumer offering.
Broad incumbents
- Maaco (Driven Brands): Driven Brands sibling franchise specializing in auto body paint and refinishing; sister brand under common ownership with potential customer and supply chain overlap.
- Boyd Group (Boyd Autobody & Glass): Canadian-headquartered collision repair and glass network with national footprint; overlaps with UniglassPlus on auto glass but broader collision/body scope and larger total system sales.
- CARSTAR (Driven Brands): Driven Brands sibling franchise network focused on collision repair across North America; sister brand under common ownership and complementary service category.
Market position
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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UniglassPlus leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
UniglassPlus funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
UniglassPlus M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about UniglassPlus
What does UniglassPlus do?
UniglassPlus/Ziebart provides automotive glass repair and replacement, rust proofing, car detailing, window tinting, paint protection, electronics installation, and automotive accessories through a 220+ location franchise network across Canada. The company serves both individual vehicle owners and commercial fleet operators with services including windshield replacement and repair, ADAS camera calibration, insurance claims management, permanent and annual rust proofing, interior and exterior detailing, ceramic paint coatings, remote starters, GPS installation, and trailer hitches.
Is UniglassPlus a public or private company?
UniglassPlus is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was UniglassPlus founded?
UniglassPlus was founded in 1980. It employs 51 to 100 people.
Where is UniglassPlus based?
UniglassPlus is headquartered in Laval, Canada, in the North America region.
How does UniglassPlus make money?
Five revenue lines are on record. Auto Glass Services are the primary driver. The others are rust Proofing Services, car Detailing Services, automotive Accessories and Electronics and franchise Fees.
Who are UniglassPlus's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Ziebart International, Safelite Group (Belron), Speedy Glass (Belron), Apple Auto Glass, Glass Doctor (Neighborly), Auto Glass Now and Novus Glass. Broad incumbents are Maaco (Driven Brands), Boyd Group (Boyd Autobody & Glass) and CARSTAR (Driven Brands).
Does UniglassPlus have an API?
No public API is recorded for UniglassPlus.
What industry is UniglassPlus in?
UniglassPlus's product category is Automotive Glass & Vehicle Protection Services. Its primary akta.pro industry code is TLAKAAAH, Auto Glass Repair & Replacement, with a secondary code of TLAKAFAL, Mobile Glass Repair/Replacement & Temporary Weatherproofing. Its NAICS code is 811122.