Ziebart is bringing its franchise growth story to the Northeast this fall. The brand heads to the National Franchise Show in Philadelphia with new ownership opportunities across six target states.
Ziebart Heads to the National Franchise Show
This October, prospective owners can meet the people behind Ziebart's $1.4 million average unit volume* in person and learn what franchise ownership looks like in one of the brand's fastest-growing regions.
Event details:
Dates: Saturday, Oct. 3 (11 am to 5 pm) and Sunday, Oct. 4 (11 am to 4 pm)
Location: Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, Hall C, 100 Station Ave., Oaks, PA
Booth: 104
Admission: Free with registration
At the booth, attendees can talk directly with Ziebart's franchise development team about what ownership actually involves. That includes available territories across the target markets, investment and financing basics, and the training and support system new owners step into from day one.
It's also a chance to ask harder questions before committing to any franchise, like how long it typically takes to go from signing to opening or what a franchisee's first 90 days actually look like.
For veterans, the booth is also a place to learn about Ziebart's veteran incentive program, including a waived franchise fee for qualified candidates.
A Growing Footprint Across the Mid-Atlantic
Ziebart already has a foothold in the Northeast, and the brand is expanding further into surrounding markets. The show comes as Ziebart looks for new franchise partners across:
Pennsylvania
New Jersey
Delaware
Maryland
Virginia
West Virginia
The region is a natural fit for Ziebart's core services. Cold-weather winters drive steady demand for rust protection, and rising vehicle costs are pushing more owners toward protection and detailing services that extend their cars’ lives.
Ziebart isn't trying to be everywhere at once. The brand focuses on regions where its reputation is already strong, so new owners start with brand recognition already built in.
Building on 67+ Years of Brand History
Ziebart has spent more than 67 years building a name in vehicle appearance and protection. New franchise owners step into that history rather than starting from scratch, with a system, a customer base, and a service lineup already proven out across hundreds of markets.
Few brands in the category combine rust protection, detailing, ceramic coating, and window tint under one roof. That range gives Ziebart owners multiple revenue streams instead of a single service line to rely on.
For prospective owners in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, or West Virginia, the National Franchise Show is a chance to put their market on the map and build a business backed by decades of brand equity.
Meet Ziebart in Philadelphia at booth 104. Register for free admission today to learn more about bringing a proven opportunity to your market!
FAQs
Q: Is Ziebart attending the National Franchise Show in Philadelphia?
A: Yes. Ziebart will be at booth 104 for the full event at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center. The franchise development team will be on-site both days to talk with attendees about available markets, investment basics, and what ownership looks like from signing through opening.
Q: Is Ziebart a good franchise to invest in?
A: Ziebart has the track record many prospective owners look for: more than 67 years in business, 400+ locations, a $1.4 million average unit volume,* and #144 on the 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500 list.
Q: How much does it cost to open a Ziebart franchise?
A: Total investment ranges from $450,100-$924,000, depending on factors like location, build-out, and market. Ziebart also offers a 100% franchise fee waiver for veteran candidates.
Q: Which markets is Ziebart targeting for growth?
A: Ziebart is looking for franchise partners across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia, building on the brand's existing presence in the region.
*This advertisement is not an offering. An offering can only be made by a Franchise Disclosure Document filed with the referenced state, which filing does not constitute approval. Franchises will not be sold to any resident of any such jurisdiction until the offering has been exempted from the requirements of, or duly registered in and approved by, such jurisdiction and the required Franchise Disclosure Document has been delivered to the prospective franchisee before the sale in compliance with applicable law. The following states regulate the offer and sale of franchises: CA, HI, IN, IL, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA and WI. If you reside in one of these states, you may have certain rights under applicable franchise laws. In New York, an offering can only be made by prospectus filed first with the Department of Law of the State of New York. Such filing does not constitute approval by the Department of Law. Average Unit Volume of $1,414,150 is based on unaudited financial information as submitted by franchised and company/affiliate- owned stores operating from Jan 1, 2025, through December 1, 2025. Your individual results may differ. There is no assurance that you'll earn as much. Written substantiation for the financial performance representation will be made available to the prospective franchisee upon reasonable request. See Item 19 of our FDD for further information.