Stark Glass Enterprises, Inc.

What Stark Glass Enterprises, Inc. does

Stark Glass Enterprises, Inc. is a family-owned glass and glazing contractor headquartered in Massillon, Ohio, operating from a 20,000 square foot fabrication facility at 1250 Nova Drive SE. The company was established around 1875 and was rejuvenated in 1975 when Duane and Phyllis Knight acquired the then-struggling business; leadership subsequently passed to Mike Knight, who runs the company with his wife Jacquie Knight. The business serves both commercial and residential end markets across northeast Ohio, including Massillon, Canton, Akron, Jackson Township, Perry Township, and Cleveland, with 20+ staff organized across Fabrication, Installation, Administrative, and Inside Sales functions.

The company's product offering is organized into four service pillars: Commercial Services (storefronts, aluminum doors, hollow metal doors, hardware, skylights, sealants, board-up, and 24-hour emergency response), Residential Services (new construction, window and door replacement, shower enclosures, mirrors, table tops, solar film, storm windows), Security Services (bullet resistant glazing, smash-and-grab resistant film, security hardware, and bullet resistant wall coverings), and Custom Work (fabrication, polycarbonate/plexiglass sheets, cabinet glass, vinyl etching, custom sealants). A specialized Shower Doors sub-line features the proprietary Cardinal 10 Surface Protection coating, which carries a 10-year warranty against water, soap scum, and grime buildup. Automotive glass installation is offered as an add-on capability through dedicated installation staff.

The revenue model is exclusively project-based and quote-driven, with no standardized pricing published; customers request quotes via a web form or by phone, and the inside sales team handles bidding, pricing, design, and project management while field installation crews deploy to job sites. The go-to-market combines inside sales for commercial and industrial contract glazing, direct enterprise field sales for larger projects, and a self-serve online quote funnel for smaller residential and SMB jobs. Marketing is centered on the company website, an online portfolio/work gallery showcasing completed projects (Forever 21, Synchrony Financial, ETank, Massillon Tigers, Melt, and others), and active social media channels. The business is privately held under family ownership, with no institutional investors, no funding rounds, and no M&A activity disclosed.

Name

Stark Glass Enterprises, Inc.

Legal name

Stark Glass Enterprises Inc.

Website

https://starkglass.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1875

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Stark Glass Enterprises is a family-owned glass and glazing contractor in Massillon, Ohio, providing commercial, residential, security, and custom glass fabrication and installation services across northeast Ohio, including Canton, Akron, and Cleveland. The 100+ year-old company serves both B2B and consumer customers via project-based quotes.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Glass and Glazing Services

NAICS

Glass and Glazing Contractors (238150)

SIC

Glass Products, Made Of Purchased Glass (3231)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYIMAFANAK

Interior Glazing & Glass Partitions

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Construction & Civil Engineering/Interior Fit-Out & Finishing Contractors

SECONDARYHSAGAEAD

Glass & Glazing Repair (Single-pane, Insulated Glass Unit replacement)

Home & Personal Services/Home Repair, Maintenance & Handyman/Doors, Windows & Screen Repair

SECONDARYIMADAHAB

Architectural & Building Glazing Systems (Curtain Wall/Storefront/Canopies)

Industrials, Manufacturing & Construction/Building Materials & Products/Glass & Glazing Products

SECONDARYHSAPAJAK

Window & Door Trim, Casing & Sill Replacement

Home & Personal Services/Residential Renovation Services/Windows, Doors & Skylights Replacement

Keywords

• Commercial glass installation
• Residential glazing services
• Custom glass fabrication
• Security glazing solutions
• Shower enclosures

Headquarters

HQ city

Massillon

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Glass Installation Services: Professional glass installation for commercial and residential projects including storefronts, windows, doors, shower enclosures, and custom fabrication work
2. Custom Glass Materials: Sale of custom glass pieces and materials for third-party installation. Specialists convert customer drawings and designs into glass ready for installation
3. Contract Glazing: Commercial and industrial contract glazing services with full project management from blueprint review through installation and quality control
4. Security Glass Solutions: Security and safety glass products including bullet resistant glazing, smash and grab resistant film, and security hardware installations for commercial and residential

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Stark Glass Enterprises fabricates, supplies, and installs architectural glass and glazing products for commercial, industrial, and residential customers across northeast Ohio. Core offerings include storefront and commercial glazing, residential windows/doors/shower enclosures, security and bullet-resistant glazing, custom-cut glass materials, and automotive glass installation, all delivered by in-house fabrication and installation teams.

Product overview

Stark Glass Enterprises is a physical glass and glazing contractor operating as a single, unified service business rather than a software platform. The company is organized into four interconnected service pillars — Commercial Services, Residential Services, Security Services, and Custom Work — all supported by an internal Fabrication department and an Installation team. A specialized Shower Doors sub-offering provides heavy glass bathroom enclosures with optional protective coatings. Automotive glass services are also offered through dedicated installation staff. The company sells no standalone software products; all offerings are physical materials, fabrication, and professional installation services delivered to commercial and residential end customers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Commercial Services Full-service commercial and industrial glazing offering design-build, contract glazing, aluminum doors and storefronts, hollow metal and wood doors, hardware, sheet metal, skylights, door closers, handicap accessibility upgrades, sealants and caulking, board-up services, 24-hour emergency response, and ongoing service work and repair. Targeted at commercial and industrial property owners, contractors, and developers.
• Residential Services Residential glass and glazing covering new construction, window replacement, glass replacement, door replacement, shower enclosures, custom mirrors and frames, table tops, solar film (UVA protection), and storm windows. Targeted at homeowners and residential construction clients.
• Security Services Commercial and residential security glazing solutions including security consultations, security hardware (locksets, hinges, keying systems), smash-and-grab resistant film, bullet resistant wall coverings, and bullet resistant/security glazing for storefronts. Targeted at commercial and residential customers with theft, disaster, or building security needs.
• Custom Work Custom glass fabrication and materials supply including window repair, screen and storm windows, polycarbonate and plexiglass sheets, cabinet and picture frame glass, vinyl etching, and custom sealants and caulking. Targeted at customers needing only the materials (third-party installation) or specialized custom-cut pieces.
• Shower Doors Complete line of tub and shower enclosures with heavy glass options, heavy glass hardware, and coordinating mirror frames, available in clear, rain, or obscure glass finishes. Features Cardinal 10 Surface Protection with a 10-year warranty against water, soap scum, and grime buildup. Targeted at residential homeowners and contractors.
• Automotive Glass Services Automotive glass installation and repair services performed by dedicated installation staff specializing in vehicle glass replacement and repair. Targeted at vehicle owners and automotive dealerships.

Quantifiable outcome

• 24-hour emergency service response

Named customers9 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Eric Hersey Web Design & DevelopmentminorOthers · 1 January 2017Website development partner located in Wheeling, West Virginia. Developed, designed, and created the Stark Glass Enterprises website launched in 2017.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Safelite AutoGlass: Largest U.S. automotive glass repair and replacement company, also offering residential and commercial services. Comparable to Stark Glass's automotive and broader glass offerings, though operating at significantly larger national scale.
• Glass America: National provider of automotive, residential, and commercial glass repair and replacement services. Comparable to Stark Glass in offering the same three-segment service mix (auto, residential, commercial glass) with similar installation-led business model.
• Glass Doctor: National franchise network offering residential and commercial glass repair, replacement, and installation services. Directly comparable to Stark Glass's core offerings of residential and commercial glazing plus 24-hour emergency service, though operating at much greater scale via franchising.

Broad incumbents

• Belron International: Global parent company of Safelite and other vehicle glass repair brands, operating across more than 40 countries. Comparable as the broadest incumbent in the glass repair and replacement services space in which Stark Glass participates, especially via the automotive segment.
• Pella Corporation: Major U.S. window and door manufacturer with own installation service network serving residential and commercial markets. Comparable to Stark Glass's residential window/door replacement and commercial storefront offerings, but with manufacturer scale and brand.
• Andersen Corporation: One of the largest U.S. window and door manufacturers, serving residential and light commercial markets through dealer networks. Comparable to Stark Glass's residential window and door replacement business, but at manufacturer scale with national distribution.
• PGT Innovations: Manufacturer of impact-resistant windows, doors, and glass products serving residential and commercial construction markets. Comparable to Stark Glass's security glazing and custom residential/commercial glass offerings, particularly in the premium and specialty segments.

Others

• Guardian Glass: Global manufacturer of float glass and fabricated architectural glass products for residential and commercial buildings. Comparable as a primary flat glass supplier to Stark Glass's commercial and residential glazing operations.
• Vitro Architectural Glass: One of the world's largest architectural glass manufacturers, producing flat glass, coated glass, and fabricated products for commercial facades and residential windows. Comparable as a key upstream glass supplier feeding Stark Glass's installation and fabrication work.
• Cardinal Glass Industries: Leading U.S. manufacturer of architectural glass products including the Cardinal 10 Surface Protection coating used by Stark Glass on its shower enclosures. Comparable as a key upstream supplier to Stark Glass's premium shower enclosure product line.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/stark_glass
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCGsuT_i8LQkD1noe1sktfow
• Facebookfacebook.com/StarkGlassEnterprises
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/stark-glass-enterprises-inc
• Instagraminstagram.com/starkglassenterprisesinc

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

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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