HOW OUR PARTNERSHIP MODEL WORKS
A simple, thorough process designed to protect your legacy and people.
You’ve spent years building a business you’re proud of. When you think about “what’s next,” you’re not looking for someone to carve it up, flip it, and move on. You want a partner who understands the industry, respects what you’ve built, and helps you write the next chapter on your terms.
When we make an acquisition, we preserve what makes the company special.
Our model is unique in the garage door industry. We don’t show up with a one-size-fits-all playbook. We start with your story, your goals, and your timeline, then work together to design a path that feels right for you, your team, and your customers.
Below, we walk through what partnering with GarageCo actually looks like — from the very first conversation to ongoing support after a deal is done.
OUR NETWORK ACCELERATES YOUR GROWTH.
Through shared systems, data, and scale, our partners grow faster together than they ever could alone.
- Proven playbooks.
- National buying power.
- Cross-brand performance data.
- A community of experienced operators.
- More leads. Lower costs. Smarter decisions.
We eliminate the tradeoffs between cashing out and preserving your legacy. With GARAGECO, you can do both.
The Garageco Partnership Process
1
Let’s Meet
We love meeting with garage door owners across the country.
Whether you’re thinking of new ways to grow or actively considering a sale, we want to hear your story and goals. No matter the outcome, we know the first step in a partnership is a friendly chat.
2
Let’s Learn About Your Business
We want to learn what makes your business special, so we can honor and preserve it.
3
LET’S DESIGN THE PARTNERSHIP
We are here to help you write the next chapter of your business on your terms.
4
LET’S BUILD THE NEXT CHAPTER
Access best-in-class, centralized marketing, tech, and strategic support, blended with the local authenticity that makes your brand unique.
“GarageCo’s dedication to their team and customers aligns perfectly with our values and culture where we always put people first.”
Bruce Roth
Our Partnerships In Practice
Every story is different—but our care and commitment to our partners stay the same.
When Candice Giel took over Thomas V. Giel Garage Doors, she wasn’t looking for an exit.
Candice was looking for a partner who could help her scale. We partnered with Candice not as an acquirer looking to “take over,” but as a true growth partner. Together, we focused on unlocking the next chapter. Our partnership with TVG highlights something important. We’re not just for owners thinking about retirement. We’re for operators who want to build bigger.
THE RESULTS
12%
Increase in total website traffic since the acquisition in Feb 2025
When Don Grenier began thinking about stepping back from Cedar Park Overhead Doors, the business was strong and thriving.
He wasn’t looking to sell to the highest bidder — he wanted to protect his team, support his sons, and ensure the company continued to grow long after he retired. We partnered with Don to structure a thoughtful transition, providing liquidity upfront, operational support, and a clear succession plan that strengthened the business for the next generation.
THE RESULTS
17%
increase in residential installs
26%
increase in commercial installs
How We Work
How Partnering With Us Benefits You & Your Team
Growth
Drive more leads, close more jobs, and build a stronger team with the marketing, capital, and systems needed to scale confidently.
Liquidity
Get paid for what you’ve built while investing upside in future success.
Network
Be a part of the best network in the industry. All 10 GarageCo brands are in IDA top 100 list.
Resources
Access best-in-class, centralized marketing, sales, operations, tech and strategic support.
Flexibility
Define a clear and flexible path forward. Step back gradually, stay involved, or exit on your terms.
Preservation
Preserve your brand and culture. Retain name, team, and reputation.
