Window-cleaning franchise run by Lower Macungie man arrives in Lehigh Valley

Jerry Mastrofilippo Jr. opened the Lehigh Valley's first Window Genie this month in Lehigh County.Courtesy photo

The window-cleaning chain Window Genie has arrived in the Lehigh Valley.

After more than a decade working as a technician and field manager for the Sparta, New Jersey, location, Jerry Mastrofilippo Jr. decided to strike out on his own. He opened a Window Genie earlier this month inSalisbury Township.

Mastrofilippo, a Lower Macungie Townshiphusband and father of two, said work-life balance was a big part of his decision to become a franchisee.

"While I had a great boss and enjoyed the job, I felt ready to be my own boss," he said Tuesday. "Since getting married and having kids I wanted to find a way to have my own say in balancing work while still being able to be there for my wife and kids as much as possible."

Right now, Mastrofilippo's Window Genie is a one-man operation, but he plans to hire two employees in the coming months.

Cincinnati-based Window Genie has 210 locations operated by 77 franchise owners in 24 states. Window Genie is expanding and expects to have 100 franchisees by year's end.

"We're a nationally ranked franchise and one of the fastest growing," said Mastrofilippo, noting that all of the company's technicians pass background checks. "We're very excited to be in the area."

In addition to window cleaning, the company provides window tinting, pressure washing and other cleaning services. Window Genie's primarily services residential customers, but also performs services at commercial spaces, Mastrofilippo said.

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Window-cleaning franchise run by Lower Macungie man arrives in Lehigh Valley