GarageExperts Named to 2026 Franchise Times Top 400 for Second Consecutive Year

GRAPEVINE, Texas, Nov. 12, 2026 // PRNewswire // -- GarageExperts has been named to the 2026 Franchise Times Top 400 for the second consecutive year, earning the top ranking among garage remodeling franchises on the list. The annual report ranks the largest U.S.-based franchise systems by global systemwide sales.

The recognition caps a year of steady expansion for the brand, which grew to more than 120 territories nationwide in 2026 and entered several new markets, including its first location in Iowa.

"Being named to the Franchise Times Top 400 for a second year in a row reflects the strength of our system and the owners who build it every day," said Mike Mushinski, President of GarageExperts. "Our goal is to always provide our owners the support and resources they need to keep that momentum going."

New market expansion

Among the markets GarageExperts entered this year is Iowa, where franchise owner Jon Lewerke opened the brand's first location in the state in March 2026. Based in the tri-state region, Lewerke's territory serves northeast Iowa, southwest Wisconsin, and northwest Illinois.

Lewerke comes from an entrepreneurial family and a background in sales, with earlier roles in higher education admissions before he moved into outside sales. When he began researching franchise opportunities, he noticed a underserved need for garage transformation and epoxy flooring in the community.

"What drew me to GarageExperts was the openness of the corporate team," said Lewerke. "From my first conversations, they were focused on giving me the information and support I needed to make a confident decision. That told me a lot about what ownership would be like, and it has held true since."

Future growth plans

GarageExperts plans to add up to 10 additional locations by year-end while maintaining a focus on the revenue and profitability of its existing franchise owners. The brand's priorities center on supporting current owners at the highest level and continuing to expand into markets with strong demand for professional garage transformations.