Windshield Wiper Business

Windshield Wiper Business Success Stories [2024]

Pat Walls

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Updated: October 7th, 2024

Looking for a hands-on business that meets a constant need? Consider starting a windshield wiper business.

In today’s world, every vehicle requires wipers to clear rain, snow, and debris, making it an essential market. Your role would involve sourcing high-quality windshield wipers, understanding various vehicle models, and providing top-notch customer service.

The barriers to entry are relatively low—initial costs mainly include inventory and marketing. With consistent demand and the opportunity to become a trusted provider in your community, this business holds significant potential.

For those willing to put in the effort, a windshield wiper business offers stability and growth opportunities. If you appreciate tangible products and enjoy solving practical problems, this could be your niche.

In this list, you'll find real-world windshield wiper business success stories and very profitable examples of starting a windshield wiper business that makes money.

1. Scrubblade Inc. ($3.9M/year)

Billy Westbrook, the founder of Scrubblade, came up with the idea for his business when a bug hit his windshield and he couldn't remove the smear with regular wiper blades. He sketched out the design for Scrubblade the next morning and eventually got a prototype made. Through personal connections and networking, he secured an investor and launched the business, focusing on the HD trucking industry. Scrubblade is now the #1 blade sold at retail in that industry.

How much money it makes: $3.9M/year
How much did it cost to start: $75K
How many people on the team: 6

How I Invented A Better Windshield Wiper And A $2M/Year Business

Scrubbleblade is a windshield wiper company that sells #1 in the H.D. trucking industry and was awarded wiper blade of the year by Frost & Sullivan in 2018; they focus on a specific target customer while offering subscriptions and utilizing social media.

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