Larson Siding and Windows
About us
Larson Siding and Windows has been serving southeastern Minnesota since 1958 and is southeastern Minnesota’s largest siding and window dealer. We look forward to the opportunity to meet with you and earn your business! At Larson Siding and Windows, our customers and suppliers have recognized us as the industry leader for our commitment to sales integrity, quality installations, and dedication to customer service and satisfaction. We are committed to using only premium products guaranteed to last a lifetime, while increasing the comfort, resale value, and overall appearance of your home. We specialize in the installation of maintenance free siding, energy efficient windows, patio doors, 3 & 4 season vinyl and custom built sunrooms, entry doors, and gutters with leaf protection. We are a fully licensed, bonded, and insured company. Our products come with a lifetime manufacturer's guarantee, an exclusive lifetime workmanship warranty, and a service department that will provide quality service for many years after the sale.
Business highlights
67 years of experience
Services we offer
3 & 4 Season Vinyl and Custom Built Sunrooms, Energy Efficient windows, Entry Doors, Gutters with leaf protection, Maintenance Free Siding, Patio Doors, Roofing, Storm Doors
Amenities
Free Estimates
Yes
Accepted Payment Methods
- CreditCard
Reviews
4.523 Reviews
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Showing 1-23 of 23 reviews
Kari H.
Dec 2021
I do not recommend due to their horrible customer service. We signed a contract and paid the 10% deposit in April. We were told that it would be 4-6 months before the order would be in and they could install. Which was fine. The six months went with no word or updates. We contacted them the beginning of November and were told that the order was expected November 9th and that they would contact us shortly after to schedule install. It is now December 16th with no further contact or updates from Larsons. I understand there are problems with materials to manufacture, etc; but taking money (over $1000) from a customer and not taking 5 minutes to update them is a horrible way to operate a business.
Pamela T.
Dec 2015
They ordered the wrong door by mistake but we ended up liking it better. It had more open glass than we wanted but they made it right buy paying for us to get custom blinds installed. We are thrilled and very happy. They were prompt, honest, and very skilled in their trade.
Jean M.
Oct 2015
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John F.
Jun 2015
Larson had a top notch product and came in at a very reasonable cost. They were half the price of a leading competitor in town (different product, but both were insert replacement casement windows). A coworkers spouse who worked for a local construction company offered us the "friends and family" price for the exact same windows at almost twice the cost of Larson. They finished in less than two days, and the windows look and work fantastically!
Brian W.
May 2015
Quality of work was great as was timeliness of completion.
They deserve compliments for patience and thorough professionalism through the process of getting paid. There was a several month delay from the time our insurance company issued the checks to the point that we had them processed and endorsed by our bank (as needs to be done for an insurance claim.) Or bank's insurance department was horrid and we appreciate the support from Larson while we worked through that.
They deserve compliments for patience and thorough professionalism through the process of getting paid. There was a several month delay from the time our insurance company issued the checks to the point that we had them processed and endorsed by our bank (as needs to be done for an insurance claim.) Or bank's insurance department was horrid and we appreciate the support from Larson while we worked through that.
Bill D.
May 2015
Went very well, we bought triple glazed casement windows with krypton gas, We have had no frost on the windows the past 2 winters. When installed we found one of the screens was dented and they replaced it, also 2 of the windows had imperfections in them and they were replaced also.
Laura B.
Apr 2015
Arrived promptly. Worked quietly and efficiently. Left absolutely no mess, no dust, nothing out of place. Took down and re-hung all window coverings when work was completed. A wonderful job.
Richard L.
Apr 2015
The windows are holding up good and they are very good. If we have an issue, or think we have an issue, they are right there. They are guaranteed forever, I guess, I don't know. I don't know how it is going to work out, but so far they have been really good. Their workmanship is quality.
Richard L.
Sep 2014
The two man crew arrived on time, and were finished in a few hours. They explained the process, and were pleasant and cleaned up after themselves. There were no problems, and we were completely satisfied. It remains to be seen whether or not the screes have solved our problem.
We have had Larson do two other jobs in the past: 1) Replacement of all of our windows and 2) Replacement of gutters. In both cases, we have been satisfied with their work.
We have had Larson do two other jobs in the past: 1) Replacement of all of our windows and 2) Replacement of gutters. In both cases, we have been satisfied with their work.
Edward P.
May 2014
We live in Maryland and needed to replace the cedar siding and some windows on our home in Minnesota. Managing the project from a distance had us concerned, but thankfully we found Larson Windows & Siding to do the work. They were very knowledgeable, thorough, and professional. They gave a detailed estimate at reasonable cost, and managed the project exceptionally well. The quality of the work, communication along the way, and followup on details exceeded our expectations. We will be using Larson to replace the remaining windows in the future.
Bill D.
Apr 2014
Went fine, good clean up & follow up
Claude P.
Nov 2013
They did a great job. They were very nice and cleaned up every day. The window guys did a great job and even came back about a week later to instal a trim peice on the windows after I decided how I anted it done.
Ida S.
Nov 2013
As of November 2013, I have not had any problems with the window. The sales rep was very helpful and not pushy. The installer was excellent and professional. I would use them again for windows.
Dale H.
Jul 2013
This review was written immediately after installation. I chose to go with Anderson Woodwright inserts instead on the vinyl windows that the salesman was recommending. After the installation, I am very happy with my choice. The windows arrived 8 weeks after contract was signed, which matched the 6-8 week estimate from Larson. Larson was able to schedule an installation right away. There were no problems with the installation. Installer was professional and polite, and showed up at the stated time each of the four days of installation. Installer was willing to answer my questions and consider my suggestions. Installer did a good job of keeping the jobsite clean.
Lowell T.
Jun 2013
After a wind storm, the siding on the house had been torn off and broke. Larson Siding came out the next day after calling. Did an estimate to replace just the siding the that damaged. They said the color of the siding was no longer made. So it would be a slightly different color. I told them this is not acceptable. Larson siding working with the insurance company and together we worked out a deal to get the whole house resided, so the color matched the whole house. I was very impressed with their willingness to work with the insurance company and make me happy.
My only complaint was, the time it took. Happen to work out where part of the crew was on vacation or out side. So did not start the day that was arranged, but I think made up for it with the professionalism and clean up when the job had been completed.
My only complaint was, the time it took. Happen to work out where part of the crew was on vacation or out side. So did not start the day that was arranged, but I think made up for it with the professionalism and clean up when the job had been completed.
David S.
Mar 2013
I had a very positive and good experience with them. They gave me a detailed estimate on things that I knew of, so I was comfortable. I found them reliable, friendly and nice to deal with. I loved their job, because they did what they said they were going to do.
William W.
Dec 2012
Overall, I'm very pleased with Larson Siding and Windows.
They were prompt in scheduling the initial visit and providing an estimate. The quality of the windows and front door seems very high.
Wwhen I placed the order, I was told that they were running 6-8 weeks out, but that I'd be contacted. I explained that I'd need a week's notice to take off work to be there.
It slipped my mind until I realized that it had been 9 weeks with no call. When I called them, the response was "oh yes, we were just about to call you." My only disappointment was that my expectation was that I'd have received a call after 8 weeks, if only to tell me they were still running behind.
It's been a little over a month since the installation and I can tell a difference in the temperature of the bedrooms--much warmer than before.
They were prompt in scheduling the initial visit and providing an estimate. The quality of the windows and front door seems very high.
Wwhen I placed the order, I was told that they were running 6-8 weeks out, but that I'd be contacted. I explained that I'd need a week's notice to take off work to be there.
It slipped my mind until I realized that it had been 9 weeks with no call. When I called them, the response was "oh yes, we were just about to call you." My only disappointment was that my expectation was that I'd have received a call after 8 weeks, if only to tell me they were still running behind.
It's been a little over a month since the installation and I can tell a difference in the temperature of the bedrooms--much warmer than before.
Krystal T.
Oct 2012
The service was wonderful. Any flaws that were found they were timely and flexible in coming back to fix them. They are great people to work with and are trustworthy. They offer a lot of options and flexible with the timing of the installation.I was amazed with their customer service.
Debra L.
Jan 2012
I asked Larson to replace my old windows with new ones. They did so; they came on the coldest day of the year to perform work. I had them install the brand of window they recommended. That spring I had a leak in the lower window on the east side of the house. They came out right away to fix it. Leaks re-appeared again that fall; again they came right out to fix it. I noticed they only occured when the wind was coming from the east or southeast. There was more leaking the following spring, Larson was slower to respond this time. Still, they came out and fixed things again. When it was still leaking in the fall, I became frustrated and called a recommend contractor to assess the problem. He found that there was rot around windows and told me that both the windows and the framing had to be replaced. I contacted Larson; they said they would take out the windows and reseat them. The contractor said that the frame/window interface must be matched and that was impossible to do with the existing windows. To get a neutral opinion, I called in two home inspectors to give me their opinions. Both agreed with contractor, in addition they found > 1 inch gaps in between some of the windows and the house, and concluded that the workmanship poor. I phoned Larson armed with the facts. The manager and salesman, but not the work foreman, (he apparently had left the company) came out. I showed them the issues; they asked what I wanted to do (still maintaining that windows could be re-used). I told them I wanted them to pay for the new windows, they said no, but they would fix the old ones so that they would “look good” (notice the operative word here - look) I said no, I wanted my money back, they said no; we went back and forth with this for five or ten minutes, finally company manager said "if you don't like our offer, sue us". When my contractor took out the windows, he found mold and rot on the southeast side, so much so that it actually was in the subfloor as well as the walls. All the sheathing and many of the studs had to be replaced. Quite a mess. Never did sue, but have the pictures that documented the extent of the problem. It was bad enough that it had to have been there when Larson put in the windows, but they never did tell me about (I was in the house the entire time they were installing the windows), they just covered it up. Did it have something to do with the -20 ⁰F temperature outside? The thing that angered me the most was the "sue me" statement. I would never use this company again; their sloppy workmanship and their lack of commitment to customer service spoke volumes to me.
Response from Larson Siding and Windows
"We installed fifteen (15) window units, in 11 different openings in [member name removed] house on January 20th-22nd, 2000. The days were very cold, according to the farmer’s almanac the low for the day was -18.9 °F and the high was 19.0 °F. We always give our customer’s the option of install, we never pressure the install. Our crew’s are also given complete control of whether they feel the weather will affect their ability to install. All of our window products are designed for Minnesota’s climate, and will properly seal in the harshest of climates. Our silicone (NuFlex 331) will completely seal in -65 °F, and our glass cleaner (Zep 40 Cold Weather Formula) has no temperature rating, but has never given us a problem. February 3rd, 2000 [member name removed] filled out and signed a completion form, stating: “Your crew installed my windows on what were two of the coldest days of the winter. Yet in spite of the obvious hardships, they were upbeat and did their work meticulously. I was extremely impressed by their thoroughness and professionalism. Between your crew and your salesperson, you made my adventure in window upgrades a very positive experience. I would give my full endorsement on your company to anyone that would ask.” June 6th, 2000 [member name removed] called about one (1) rear upper SE window leaking water. The original crew went to [member name removed] house on June 7th, 2000. The crew assessed the situation an found that siding above the window and on the east side of the house was rotten, and needed to be replaced. November 12th, 2001 [member name removed] called and said she had moisture on the same window, and requested to replace the center glass. Our window service tech arrived November 30th, 2001 and replaced the center glass with new. November 17th, 2002 [member name removed] called and expressed that her rear upper SE window was leaking water. We had one of our owners and our service tech promptly go to her house. [member name removed] was frustrated and insisted that we refund her money on all 15 windows. We had informed her at that time that the problem was not with her window but her siding that had rotted through, allowing water to penetrate her walls in many gaps that were > 1”. We had offered at the time to tear down her siding and flash and side her house properly. She stated that she wanted other opinions. We do not have the exact date of when [member name removed] had called back. But in her phone call she stated that she had a home inspector and a contractor look at her house, verifying that she had multiple gaps in her rotten siding. We told her that we would be willing to come over and tear down the siding and replace it. She informed us that if we did not refund all of her money on all of her 15 windows, she would take us to court, to which our owner replied “If you feel that’s what you need to do, then sue us.” That was the last we heard of [member name removed] until we reviewed Angie’s List to find her review. We also see that none of her pictures show any of the rotten siding that caused her leaking issue. We do not deny that [member name removed] had a water issue with her house (we expressed that to her June 6th, 2000). Despite all that has happened [member name removed]still has a lifetime warranty on her windows, and we will continue to stand behind them."
Larry E.
Nov 2011
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Becky C.
Oct 2010
After having several window companies bid for this job, we decided to go with Larson. Their products were comparable to others, but the customer service from the rep. that came to our house stood out from the rest. The service provided by the individual who installed the windows was equally as thorough. We liked how personable he was and that he took the time to answer our questions, and went out of his way to ask us what we thought of the plans for the trim. It was evident that he wanted the job done right. The windows and trim look great (we can't believe how clear these windows are), the job was completed in a matter of hours, without any disruption to anything in our home/property. We were very pleased with the process, honesty, personable staff, and value for what we hired them to do, especially compared to another local company we've used for windows in the past. We would definitely go with Larson again in the future.
Nancy M.
Sep 2010
Our steel siding kept peeling with the mfr. insisting on painting portions of it. After the fourth time, I contacted Larson's. They were extremely helpful in giving me tips on how to deal with the mfr. to get some type of settlement since steel is SUPPOSED to be permanent. I contacted Larson's at least 4 times to get advice. When it was time to replace the siding, they came in with the lowest bid. I probably would have chosen them if they were a bit higher than the others since they were so helpful previously. The two installers were professional and meticulous about their work.
Richard W.
Mar 2010
I got an estimate on windows with Jeff from that company. He mentioned a rebate program that was going to be short lived. I was concerned about the amount of time it would take to replace the windows. It was winter at the time and I didn't want gaping holes in my house. He said they would be very quick about this. I don't recall any time estimate that was ever given, so I assumed it would be a day from the way he was describing things. When the time came, I had some unfortunate incidents which led to a lack of time off I was entitled too. I could get time off to be home and supervise, but it would be taken out of my pay. When I called to schedule the windows to be installed, I was told it would take two or three days, which would have been an issue. I was referred to Jeff to try and work out a deal. Instead of working with me, he continued to pressure me to get this done asap and would not be flexible. Not only did I take the hit in pay, but I also had to give up a career networking opportunity. I am looking for a new job and I need all of those I can get. The installers came and did a good job. They were professional, prompt, and courteous. They allowed me to inspect certain areas under the doors and windows for water damage. I wish I could say the same for the salesman. From the time Jeff was in my living room to the afore mentioned phone call, it has been pressure, pressure, pressure to the point of being belligerent. Upon reflection, I think I was taken advantage of and was overcharged somewhat. A friend that did this for a living charged thousands less, but I couldn't go with him because he couldn't offer financing. I can't recommend a company who employs someone to act as a public face and then turn a conversation into an argument. There are better ways of dealing with customers than pushing them then throwing out "it's not my problem" when a concern comes up. If I did that at my current job, I'd be in trouble with my boss and my customers.
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FAQ
Larson Siding and Windows is currently rated 4.5 overall out of 5.
Larson Siding and Windows accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard
Yes, Larson Siding and Windows offers free project estimates.
No, Larson Siding and Windows does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Larson Siding and Windows does not offer a senior discount.
No, Larson Siding and Windows does not offer emergency services.
No, Larson Siding and Windows does not offer warranties.