Universal Windows Direct was founded in April of 2002 by William Barr and Michael Strmac. It was their mission to create a home improvement company that offers high quality home improvement goods at the best possible value. What began as two guys in a 350 square foot office quickly grew to become one of the nation's leading remodeling companies. Today, Universal Windows Direct represents thousands of customers and has a rapidly growing network of locations nationwide, all of which are actively involved in the communities they serve.
"Yes, the job was done efficiently and professionally! His knowledge and communication was excellent. Jason gave me pointers on cleaning my interior windows. I have recommended him to many friends!!!"
"Needed fencing installed to keep groundhogs from taking up residence under our deck. Brady came up with a creative and complete solution that made sure the varmints were out and would not return. Would use again."
"They are the best!!! I am telling you these guys are reputable and reliable. They show up on time everytime and do excellent work. They cleaned 8 of my properties in the triangle area and do routine cleaning for me as well and the results are impeccable 10 out 10 all the way across the board."
"Really amazing job. They stayed longer than the intended timeframe, to make sure everything was scrubbed down (even in hard to reach areas, etc). They also were very reasonable. I had to insist on giving them more than they were charging, because of the extra time they spent on the job."
"Ryan and Matt came out this am and installed my beautiful exterior door! They were punctual, courteous and provided complete explanations of what they needed to do and how long installation would take. They made sure to take care of all and any small detail to my complete satisfaction. They worked efficiently and conducted themselves professionally throughout the installation. My complete satisfaction seemed to be their priority today and at any time in the future. I was encouraged to not hesitate to call with any concerns. I certainly would choose West Shoe Home for any other home remodeling projects and encouraged others to do the same. Very happy with my product and installation received today1"
To learn about Mad City Windows and its history, you need to start back in 1998 when our family-owned company first opened its doors and changed the face of home remodeling in Wisconsin. From the beginning, our business has been built on a foundation of friendship and trust and, in return, local homeowners have come to know they can place their trust in us. In order make certain that we consistently earn that trust, we are dedicated to ensuring the expert, seamless delivery of high-quality products and remodeling solutions to homeowners throughout our service area.
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\nToday, we expand our home remodeling expertise across Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa and Illinois. With over 50,000 completed projects, we take our 2+ decades of experience to serve the communities of Minnesota, Iowa and Illinois. They can expect our highest standard of service and professionalism.
"After further inspection I found that there were spots that hadn’t been cleaned. There were baseboards that hadn’t been cleaned and there was dust under the beds and dressers in the bed rooms. I was told that it would be included in the cleaning. It wasn’t."
I just started my business and I’m looking to stay busy, compete with the market. I am here to help future clients make upgrades or fix problems in their homes.
Removing a window isn’t a very long process. Depending on several factors, it can take anywhere from 20 minutes to upwards of an hour. The size of the window greatly impacts the time it takes to replace it. Accessibility is another big component. If it’s hard to reach the window or reaching it is dangerous, anticipate it taking longer.
Lastly, if the old window is in poor condition, it could take longer to remove it safely—especially if the frame has wood rot and is structurally unsound.
Wood windows fall in the middle of the window frame materials when it comes to energy efficiency. They’re more insulating than aluminum and vinyl, but they aren’t as efficient as fiberglass or composite frames. If you love the look and lifespan of wood windows and want to maximize efficiency, you can upgrade to double-pane or triple-pane glass and consider window tinting and low-emissivity (low-E) coatings to minimize heat transfer.
To find and hire a reputable contractor for an egress window installation, you should first research local professionals and then vet your top candidates. Start by searching for local contractors who specialize in this type of work, read their customer reviews, and examine their website and portfolio. Once you have a shortlist, contact them to ask key questions: Are you licensed and insured? What is your specific experience installing egress windows? Can you provide references from previous customers? Do you perform the work yourself or use subcontractors? What is the estimated project timeline and your current schedule? How do you handle payment?
The average lifespan for a casement window is around 20 years, but some higher-end casement windows with more durable frame materials can last up to around 40 years before you need to replace them. You’ll need to carry out routine maintenance and window cleaning—and, on occasion, casement window restoration—to extend the lifespan of your casement windows. But they tend to wear more slowly than windows with sliding sashes because the weatherstripping sees minimal friction.
Folding window installation costs about $1,600 on average, ranging from $500 to $3,000. The cost factors of this project include the size, the type of folding windows, the number of panels, and the type of glass.
Different types of folding windows include:
Standard folding window: $200 per linear foot
Glazed folding window: $240 per linear foot
Standard folding window and swing door: $1,000 per linear foot
Folding window and sliding door: $2,000 per linear foot
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