Renewal by Andersen is excited to be a member of the Michigan Chapter of Community Associations Institute.
Check out all the great things they do for Communities in Michigan:
Monday, December 28, 2009
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
November Customer Feedback is in!
Customer feedback is very important Renewal by Andersen of Detroit. Here is what our customers told us in November!
My friends and family know I am fully satisfied and told them how much I like my new windows.
M. B. - Lapeer MI
Our windows are beautiful and we are very happy with them.
L.K. - Westland MI
Our installer was fast, couteous, and did a quality job.
S.S. - Novi MI
Extremely satisfied with new windows and the door walls.
A.N. - Macomb MI
Sales and installers very professional.
J.H. - Southfield MI
We are very happy w/the new windows and will replace others in the near future!
C.E. - Rochester Hills MI
Everyone was cooperative and helpful.
N.B. - St Clair MI
Our sales representative, Myron Emerick was so wonderful to work with. He is very knowledgable on the product line and is very pleasant. We felt very comfortable with him immediately.
D.U. - Sterling Heights MI
Windows (9) are perfect!
J.R. - Rochester Hills MI
I love my windows, I have now completed all the windows in my house. They look beautiful & are a breeze to clean! Your staff is an asset to your company. I have a 2 story house & love the feature of opening the windows to clean.
A.S. - Plymouth MI
My husband and I simply love the new windows. There was so little for us to do after the installation, we were amazed!! I love the choice of interior that the company offers and am looking forward to having more replaced in the spring.
T.C. - Novi MI
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Now Hiring Sales Representatives - Detroit
Renewal by Andersen is the exclusive start-to-finish window and patio door replacement division of Andersen Corporation – the most recognized window brand in the United States. We are expanding our successful company-owned retail location in the Detroit area and are seeking highly qualified sales people to fuel our continued growth in 2010. Email your resume to: renewalcareers@andersencorp.com or click here for more details.Among other key attributes, successful Sales Representative candidates will possess:
· 2+ years of outside sales and customer service experience
· A proven track record of closing sales
· Schedule availability to run homeowner appointments on many evenings and weekends
Renewal by Andersen Sales Representatives enjoy company provided leads (no cold calling), a company vehicle, generous benefits and the ability to earn up to a six figure income.
If you are a talented sales professional with a demonstrated track record of success, we’re interested in hearing from you to assess your fit with our high-energy, success-oriented team! We are accepting resumes for these positions through Friday, December 4th.
For more details on the Sales Representative role and how to apply for this position, go to www.renewalbyandersen.com/detroit.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Livingston County - Green Expo!
Come see the Renewal by Andersen event team and see our Green Seal Certified, Energy Star rated windows at this great GREEN event!
The Chilson Hills Green Expo is a free event to the public and features vendors involved with green products, technology, energy, building, automotive, training and agriculture, as well as those who highlight green processes within their businesses.
Friday, October 23, 2009
We love the Clean Energy Coalition!
Have you heard about the Clean Energy Coalition?
Hit this link: Clean Energy CoalitionRenewal by Andersen of Detroit is pleased to be a Stakeholder with this important group!
If you are ever near Depot Town in Ypsilanti MI - stop into their store to see the latest and greatest energy and conservation products. Soon there will even be a beautiful, energy efficient, green seal certified and energy star partner window from Renewal by Andersen on display!
44 East Cross Street, Ypsilanti MI
open 11am - 6pm
Thursday, October 8, 2009
September Feedback is in!
Just received our feedback from September:
I was so impressed with the products and my sales rep. He was so knowledgeable, answered all my questions, "explained" the product. The installers were on-time, polite cleaned up everything - so professional - nice. Then my sales rep stopped by during the installation that was so impressive. It was so nice to talk to the same person who sold me the window. I've told everyone (family-friends & neighbors) how impressed I was with the whole experience. I'm so glad I chose Andersen!!!
- Judy, Taylor MI
Installers were excellant!
- Ann, Bloomfield Hills MI
We are very pleased with our windows and all the people involved in the project. Thank you.
- Carol, Franklin MI
Everyone involved from start to finish was very professional! Thanks -
- Scott, Dearborn MI
The installers for both the windows and doors were excellant. They were courteous, friendly, helpful and provided great efficient service. The doors and windows are so beautiful. What a lovely change to my home. I highly recommend Andersen's to anyone wanting to upgrade their windows and doors! Thank you so much for your superb service!
- Mary Jo, Ann Arbor MI
Everything went very well!
- Claudia, Wixom MI
The gentlemen doing the installation were extremely nice and accommodatin. They did a fantastic job!!
- Will, Shelby Twp MI
We love our window and will replace more as time goes on. The installers were neat, informative, professional and friendly. When they left you wouldn't even know they tore out a window and replaced it.
- Cynthia, Brownstown MI
I highly recommend RbA to others in our subdivision. Product is great, sales service is great, installation and workmen are great.
- Cathy, Troy MI
MaryJane Garcia did an excellant job working with us to help create the perfect look for our house. Maryjane was very professional and patient with us throughout the whole process. We highly reommend Maryjane and Renewal by Andersen.
- Robert, Northville MI
Great team in Grosse Pointe!
- Nancy, Grosse Pointe MI
I was so impressed with the products and my sales rep. He was so knowledgeable, answered all my questions, "explained" the product. The installers were on-time, polite cleaned up everything - so professional - nice. Then my sales rep stopped by during the installation that was so impressive. It was so nice to talk to the same person who sold me the window. I've told everyone (family-friends & neighbors) how impressed I was with the whole experience. I'm so glad I chose Andersen!!!
- Judy, Taylor MI
Installers were excellant!
- Ann, Bloomfield Hills MI
We are very pleased with our windows and all the people involved in the project. Thank you.
- Carol, Franklin MI
Everyone involved from start to finish was very professional! Thanks -
- Scott, Dearborn MI
The installers for both the windows and doors were excellant. They were courteous, friendly, helpful and provided great efficient service. The doors and windows are so beautiful. What a lovely change to my home. I highly recommend Andersen's to anyone wanting to upgrade their windows and doors! Thank you so much for your superb service!
- Mary Jo, Ann Arbor MI
Everything went very well!
- Claudia, Wixom MI
The gentlemen doing the installation were extremely nice and accommodatin. They did a fantastic job!!
- Will, Shelby Twp MI
We love our window and will replace more as time goes on. The installers were neat, informative, professional and friendly. When they left you wouldn't even know they tore out a window and replaced it.
- Cynthia, Brownstown MI
I highly recommend RbA to others in our subdivision. Product is great, sales service is great, installation and workmen are great.
- Cathy, Troy MI
MaryJane Garcia did an excellant job working with us to help create the perfect look for our house. Maryjane was very professional and patient with us throughout the whole process. We highly reommend Maryjane and Renewal by Andersen.
- Robert, Northville MI
Great team in Grosse Pointe!
- Nancy, Grosse Pointe MI
Monday, September 21, 2009
Catch Renewal by Andersen at Wiard's every weekend.
We'll be there every weekend through November 8th!
Come say "Hi" to Renewal by Andersen when you are picking your apples.
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Smokin' Jazz & Barbecue Blues - This weekend!
Come say "Hi" to Renewal by Andersen this Saturday, we'll be on Main near First Street. We'll have some of our popular, highly demanded seed sticks, Tax Credit info and our beautiful energy efficient windows on display!
In addition to this great Music / Food event, please check out the Gleaners Food Bank Fundraiser below:
The 2009 Smokin’ Jazz & Barbecue Blues Festival
Kicks Off the “1st Gumbo Gathering”
Fundraiser for Gleaners Food Bank Featuring
“THE SAUCE BOSS”
Bill “The Sauce Boss” Wharton will be making his return appearance, by very popular demand, at the 2009 Smokin’ Jazz & Barbecue Blues Festival on Friday and Saturday.
But before the festival even begins, the Sauce Boss will be serving his famous GUMBO at the Brighton Courtyard by Marriott from 1:00 - 2:30p.m. Everyone from every walk of life is welcome to participate. Come and meet “The Sauce Boss” and enjoy his culinary calling-card!
Since 1990, “The Sauce Boss” has fed over 150,000 people taking his blues and a huge pot of gumbo to the disaster zones of the Mississippi delta, to homeless shelters across America, fed war veterans, hurricane survivors, and plenty of other regular folks who come for music but leave with much more. The Sauce Boss offers up sustenance and redemption in the form of music, food, and above all, the love of the brotherhood of man.
If you are able, please drop a donation or bring a bag of non-perishable food items for the Gleaners Food Bank to this fun filled event.
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Arts Beats & Eats this weekend!
See the Renewal by Andersen booth on Saginaw Street at Arts Beats & Eats!
we'll be located on Saginaw between Huron & Lawerence Streets
Arts, Beats & Eats is happening September 4th - 7th.
Thursday, August 27, 2009
July Feedback Is In!
Please enjoy these great notes we received:
Installation was excellant!
Carol R. Grosse Pointe Farms
We were very pleased we chose Renewal by Andersen from the consultation to the completion.
Linda K. Plymouth
From beginning to end this process went as well as I could have expected. Special thanks go to installers for arriving on time, finishing early, and cleaning thoroughy afterwards. They also went out of their way to accomodate a couple special requests from my wife. Very satisfied!
John C. Ypsilanti
Very professional from beginning to end.
Jerry A. Grosse Pointe Park
My experience has been nothing but superb from start to finish. David, our sales rep is great - always making sure that we are satisfied. The installation went extremely smooth and quick. The installers are very professional and they get the job done right!
Barbara K. Belleville
John Simpson really explained our options to us. The installation crew was great. I was really surprised at how fast they got all 13 windows in and looking great.
Stephanie M. Grand Blanc
Installers were amazing and very efficient.
Dan L. Plymouth
Great service.
Karen L. Ann Arbor
Thank you, you have a great team of people. When I know someone needing windows I will recommend your company.
Jack K. Monroe
I couldn't be happier with my beautiful new front window.
Eliza S. Beverly Hills
The installers were very thorough and cleaned up the area afterwards. Great Job!
Wilma H. Plymouth
Great service from start to finish.
Liz R. Canton
Thursday, August 20, 2009
Renewal by Andersen Event Team Sightings!
Catch the Renewal by Andersen Event Team this weekend at these great events. Stop by our booth, pick up info on the 2009 Tax Credit, grab a seed stick and set an appointment for a free in-home consultation to receive an additional discount!
Ypsilanti Heritage Festival - Riverside Park / Depot Town
August 21st - 23rd
Paws in the Park - Heritage Park, Canton MI
August 22nd - 23rd
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Get more for your money when purchasing replacement windows
(ARA) - Energy efficiency has gained national importance and window replacement is recognized as one pathway to aid in energy independence and the reduction of harmful global emissions.
Choosing replacement windows with energy-saving benefits is simple and the federal government also made it less expensive for homeowners with the signing of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.
The bill includes the opportunity for homeowners to claim a tax credit of 30 percent of the cost of eligible energy-efficient products to a maximum of $1,500 per household for 2009 and 2010 combined when used for remodeling and replacement. According to the IRS, a tax credit is a dollar-for-dollar reduction in your tax liability and can be deducted directly from your taxes owed.
While energy efficient replacement windows are included in this tax credit, not all replacement windows will qualify. Paul Delahunt, president of Renewal by Andersen, says, given the new tax credit, now is the best time to replace your leaky, worn-out windows. But he also cautions homeowners to do their homework to make sure the windows they purchase will qualify.
To qualify, windows must provide high levels of energy efficiency in two categories: reduced heat loss and reduced heat gain. The measurement for heat loss is called U-Factor and the measurement for heat gain is called Solar Heat Gain Coefficient, or SHGC. To meet the performance requirements, the window or door must have both a U-Factor and SHGC rating equal to or less than 0.30 in all climate zones in the U.S.
When comparing windows for energy performance — and the 2009/2010 tax credit — be sure to check the National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) label that is displayed on the product. This label displays the U-Factor and SHGC ratings for the window or patio door. If the product does not have this label, then the unit does not have a certified NFRC value.
Qualifying replacement windows must be purchased and installed in a primary residence between January 1, 2009 and December 31, 2010. While quality installation is a critical component of any successful window replacement project, installation costs are not included in the 2009/2010 tax credit. Your sales receipt should break out qualifying product costs separately.
In addition to your sales receipt, you will also need to save the NFRC label from each window or the Manufacturer’s Certification Statement with your tax documents.
Renewal by Andersen makes it easy for homeowners to take advantage of the new federal tax credit with its extensive selection of windows and patio doors with glass packages that meet or exceed the performance criteria to be eligible for the credit.
In fact, Delahunt says, virtually all Renewal by Andersen windows with High-Performance Low-E4 SmartSun glass are eligible for the tax credit. These same windows with SmartSun glass are up to 47 percent more energy efficient in winter and up to 70 percent more energy efficient in summer compared to ordinary dual pane glass — making a big impact on reducing your energy bills.
Homeowners interested in learning more about Renewal by Andersen products that may qualify can visit www.renewalbyandersen.com or call 866.801.4235
Choosing replacement windows with energy-saving benefits is simple and the federal government also made it less expensive for homeowners with the signing of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.
The bill includes the opportunity for homeowners to claim a tax credit of 30 percent of the cost of eligible energy-efficient products to a maximum of $1,500 per household for 2009 and 2010 combined when used for remodeling and replacement. According to the IRS, a tax credit is a dollar-for-dollar reduction in your tax liability and can be deducted directly from your taxes owed.
While energy efficient replacement windows are included in this tax credit, not all replacement windows will qualify. Paul Delahunt, president of Renewal by Andersen, says, given the new tax credit, now is the best time to replace your leaky, worn-out windows. But he also cautions homeowners to do their homework to make sure the windows they purchase will qualify.
To qualify, windows must provide high levels of energy efficiency in two categories: reduced heat loss and reduced heat gain. The measurement for heat loss is called U-Factor and the measurement for heat gain is called Solar Heat Gain Coefficient, or SHGC. To meet the performance requirements, the window or door must have both a U-Factor and SHGC rating equal to or less than 0.30 in all climate zones in the U.S.
When comparing windows for energy performance — and the 2009/2010 tax credit — be sure to check the National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) label that is displayed on the product. This label displays the U-Factor and SHGC ratings for the window or patio door. If the product does not have this label, then the unit does not have a certified NFRC value.
Qualifying replacement windows must be purchased and installed in a primary residence between January 1, 2009 and December 31, 2010. While quality installation is a critical component of any successful window replacement project, installation costs are not included in the 2009/2010 tax credit. Your sales receipt should break out qualifying product costs separately.
In addition to your sales receipt, you will also need to save the NFRC label from each window or the Manufacturer’s Certification Statement with your tax documents.
Renewal by Andersen makes it easy for homeowners to take advantage of the new federal tax credit with its extensive selection of windows and patio doors with glass packages that meet or exceed the performance criteria to be eligible for the credit.
In fact, Delahunt says, virtually all Renewal by Andersen windows with High-Performance Low-E4 SmartSun glass are eligible for the tax credit. These same windows with SmartSun glass are up to 47 percent more energy efficient in winter and up to 70 percent more energy efficient in summer compared to ordinary dual pane glass — making a big impact on reducing your energy bills.
Homeowners interested in learning more about Renewal by Andersen products that may qualify can visit www.renewalbyandersen.com or call 866.801.4235
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Catch Renewal by Andersen at Brighton's Summerfest! Grab a seed stick, pick up a Tax Credit flyer with important info, experience one of our beautiful windows and schedule a free in-home consultation to receive an additional discount on your project!Summerfest
Friday – July 24, 2009 – 5pm-10pm
Saturday – July 25, 2009 – 9am-10pm
Sunday – July 26, 2009 - 10am-5pm
Friday – July 24th - 5pm-10pm
Sidewalk Sales (Sales begin early on Friday!)
Downtown Restaurants shine!
LIVE Appearance by WHMI 93.5 FM from 5pm-7pm
Enter to Win a Box set of #1 Motown Hits – enter at participating merchants –
the more merchants you visit, the more chances to WIN!
Exhibitors from boats, kayaks, scooters, crafts and more!
INFLATABLES Galore! Rock Wall Climbing & Bungee Jumps!
5pm-10pm – Kids! Pick Up your boat kits for Saturday’s Rain Gutter Regatta at the Atlas Home Improvement Booth! (Regatta at 11:30am Saturday!)
Be sure to enter for a chance to win a room full of furniture at Our Place to Yours!
6pm – The Millionaires – First Street Stage
6pm – Yoga Class – donations for Humane Society
7:30pm – The Organissimo – West Street Stage
9pm – Johnnie Bassett – First Street Stage
Saturday – July 25th - 9am-10pm
8:00am -1pm – Farmers Market – Municipal Parking Lot
8:00am – Miles for Meals – 5k Run/Walk for Livingston County Senior Nutrition Program - Meals on Wheels!
Enter to Win a Box set of #1 Motown Hits – enter at participating merchants –
the more merchants you visit, the more chances to WIN!
Kids! Pick Up your boat kits for Today’s Rain Gutter Regatta at the Atlas Home Improvement Booth! (Pick up kits by 10:30am - Regatta starts at 11:30am!)
Be sure to enter for a chance to win a room full of furniture at Our Place to Yours!
9:00am – Sidewalk Sales Continue, Restaurants show their best and exhibitors up and down Main Street!
9:00am – INFLATABLES Galore! Rock Wall & Bungee Jumps!
10am-6pm – Child Identification Program (MICHIP) – special appearance by the Livingston County Sheriffs Department.
10:00am – Have FUN and Move! Provided by Lady of Livingston
11:00am – Fountain Dance Ministry
11:30am – Rain Gutter Regatta (pick up boat kits on Friday – and on Saturday until 10:30am) – Atlas Home Improvement Booth
12:00noon – Guitar Hero Competition – Gazebo
12:00noon – Kayak Demonstration in the Mill Pond
12:00noon – Princess Face Painting Station – Next Generation Booth
1:00pm – Doggie Fashion Show – Pawsitively Spoiled
1:00pm – Highflyers Educ. Gymnastics Center
1:00pm - Kayak Demonstration in the Mill Pond
2:00pm - Kayak Demonstration in the Mill Pond
2:00pm – Liberty Lakes Fencing Club
3:00pm - Kayak Demonstration in the Mill Pond
3:00pm – Infinity Athletics
3:30pm – Yoga Class (complimentary) – Spirit Rising Yoga Studio
4pm – Randy Brock Group – First Street Stage
4:00pm – Kil’s Tae Kwon Do
5pm-7pm – Best Pizza in Town Contest (taste and VOTE!)
5pm – Bon Temp Roulle – West Street Stage
6pm – RJ Spangler/Ralph Tope Quartet – First Street Stage
7pm – Those Delta Rhythm Kings – West Street Stage
8pm – Hot Club of Detroit – First Street Stage
9pm – George Bedard & The Kingpins – West Street Stage
9:45pm – Movie at the Mill Pond (family movie)
Sunday – July 26th - 10am – 5pm
10:00am – Sidewalk Sales Continue, Restaurants show their best and exhibitors up and down Main Street!
Enter to Win a Box set of #1 Motown Hits – enter at participating merchants –
the more merchants you visit, the more chances to WIN!
Be sure to enter for a chance to win a room full of furniture at Our Place to Yours!
10:00am – INFLATABLES Galore! Rock Wall Climbing and Bungee Jumps!
11:30am – PKSA Karate
12noon – Live Music with Billy Brandt & Friends (Fountains of Billy)
12noon - Kayak Demonstration in the Mill Pond
12:30pm – Yoga Class (complimentary) – Spirit Rising Yoga Studio
1:00pm - Kayak Demonstration in the Mill Pond
2:00pm - Kayak Demonstration in the Mill Pond
2:30pm – Yoga Class (complimentary) – Spirit Rising Yoga Studio
3:00pm - Kayak Demonstration in the Mill Pond
5pm – Summerfest comes to an end L – and preparation for the Brighton Kiwanis Club Gazebo Concert Begins! J
7pm – Fast Forward in concert at the Gazebo!
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
June Feedback Is In!
We are ecstatic as our customer feedback for the month of June was a perfect 100% satisfied!
Here are some notes from our June customers:
We love our new windows!
-Craig Royal Oak MI
The installation reps were extremely friendly & professional! Great Job!
- Richard Howell MI
The same installers came this second round of windows. They were excellant!
- Peter Novi MI
I was extremely happy with the entire process
- John Brighton MI
Installers prompt - efficient & pleasant. Did a very good job cleaning up. Love the windows!
- Doreen Brighton MI
The installation crew were polite efficient left no trash. The salesperson was very helpful & nice. I just wish I had enough money to replace all my windows!
- Margaret Saline MI
We love our windows!
- David Livonia MI
It was great that you had a booth at the dog show!! I made my initial contact there; it couldn't have been easier. The installation went smoothly and the installers left no mess. Great Job!
- Maureen Ann Arbor MI
Extremely happy with product and installation!
- Bob Troy MI
Professional great job. Very Satisfied.
- Paul Dexter MI
David Winkler was fantastic as a sales rep and followed up on any and all questions/concerns we had.
- Mary Ann Arbor MI
Great service!
- John Milford MI
Thank you one and all!
- Cynthia Ann Arbor MI
Thank you, we love our windows!
- Peter Farmington Hills MI
Outstanding crew!! Very professional and clean!
- Sharon Westland MI
I'm really pleased with how much quieter my house is. Its cooler when the sun is shining in.
- Mary Saline MI
The new windows look beautiful and are very easy to use, a 100% improvement over my old windows!
- Elise Livonia MI
Here are some notes from our June customers:
We love our new windows!
-Craig Royal Oak MI
The installation reps were extremely friendly & professional! Great Job!
- Richard Howell MI
The same installers came this second round of windows. They were excellant!
- Peter Novi MI
I was extremely happy with the entire process
- John Brighton MI
Installers prompt - efficient & pleasant. Did a very good job cleaning up. Love the windows!
- Doreen Brighton MI
The installation crew were polite efficient left no trash. The salesperson was very helpful & nice. I just wish I had enough money to replace all my windows!
- Margaret Saline MI
We love our windows!
- David Livonia MI
It was great that you had a booth at the dog show!! I made my initial contact there; it couldn't have been easier. The installation went smoothly and the installers left no mess. Great Job!
- Maureen Ann Arbor MI
Extremely happy with product and installation!
- Bob Troy MI
Professional great job. Very Satisfied.
- Paul Dexter MI
David Winkler was fantastic as a sales rep and followed up on any and all questions/concerns we had.
- Mary Ann Arbor MI
Great service!
- John Milford MI
Thank you one and all!
- Cynthia Ann Arbor MI
Thank you, we love our windows!
- Peter Farmington Hills MI
Outstanding crew!! Very professional and clean!
- Sharon Westland MI
I'm really pleased with how much quieter my house is. Its cooler when the sun is shining in.
- Mary Saline MI
The new windows look beautiful and are very easy to use, a 100% improvement over my old windows!
- Elise Livonia MI
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Balloonfest, Art in the Sun & Stars & Stripes!
We look forward to seeing you in and around Metro Detroit this weekend.
Catch the Renewal by Andersen event team at
one of these three great events:
Michigan Challenge Balloon Festival June 26th - 28th
Northville Art in the Sun June 27th - 28th
Stars & Stripes June 26th - 28th
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
May Feedback Is In!
We had a great May.
Don't take my word, let our customers tell you:
The two guys that installed my windows were fabulous. They did very good work, and they cleaned everything up so it look like they were never here.
- Gary Tecumseh MI
The whole process was great and we will be purchasing more from Andersen soon!
- Meagan Ypsilanti MI
I have been extremely satisfied with your product and professionalism.
- Beverly White Lake MI
The guys were very professional, when I buy more I would like the same crew. They were fast, cleaned up well. Very knowledgeable & polite. Thank you.
- Biff Westland MI
We didn't go to the showroom, but our sales rep brought samples which was very helpful. He explained everything. Great job all around. We want to get all the windows done as soon as possible.
- Steve Howell MI
The installers were very professional & answered all my questions.
- May Livonia MI
Excellent service & professionalism from our first contact through installation.
- Karen West Bloomfield MI
Thank you for driving American made vehicles (Ford) both sales and installation crew. Installation did a great job on a very difficult door replacement. Thanks again.
- Dan Troy MI
The installer was prompt, efficient, tidy and courteous. I am very pleased with the quality of the window and the installation.
- Mary Beverly Hills MI
I really like them!
- Donald Plymouth MI
John is an asset to your company. He's a good salesman as well as a good man! The installation crew is excellent!
- Robert Sterling Heights MI
The total Andersen experience was very good, from the sales presentation right through to the final clean up. Was pleasantly surprised by the installation process. Crew came on a day when the weather was far from perfect, but when they left it was as if they had never been there. Very please with the total package. Thanks.
- Charles Oxford MI
Excellant service and workmanship as well as courteous, respectful employees!
- Linda Beverly Hills, MI
Don't take my word, let our customers tell you:
The two guys that installed my windows were fabulous. They did very good work, and they cleaned everything up so it look like they were never here.
- Gary Tecumseh MI
The whole process was great and we will be purchasing more from Andersen soon!
- Meagan Ypsilanti MI
I have been extremely satisfied with your product and professionalism.
- Beverly White Lake MI
The guys were very professional, when I buy more I would like the same crew. They were fast, cleaned up well. Very knowledgeable & polite. Thank you.
- Biff Westland MI
We didn't go to the showroom, but our sales rep brought samples which was very helpful. He explained everything. Great job all around. We want to get all the windows done as soon as possible.
- Steve Howell MI
The installers were very professional & answered all my questions.
- May Livonia MI
Excellent service & professionalism from our first contact through installation.
- Karen West Bloomfield MI
Thank you for driving American made vehicles (Ford) both sales and installation crew. Installation did a great job on a very difficult door replacement. Thanks again.
- Dan Troy MI
The installer was prompt, efficient, tidy and courteous. I am very pleased with the quality of the window and the installation.
- Mary Beverly Hills MI
I really like them!
- Donald Plymouth MI
John is an asset to your company. He's a good salesman as well as a good man! The installation crew is excellent!
- Robert Sterling Heights MI
The total Andersen experience was very good, from the sales presentation right through to the final clean up. Was pleasantly surprised by the installation process. Crew came on a day when the weather was far from perfect, but when they left it was as if they had never been there. Very please with the total package. Thanks.
- Charles Oxford MI
Excellant service and workmanship as well as courteous, respectful employees!
- Linda Beverly Hills, MI
Monday, June 8, 2009
In or around Jackson MI?
Come see our beautiful, energy efficient, green seal.org certified windows at the Ella Sharp Museum's Art & Wine Festival on Saturday 11am - 7pm!
Ella Sharp Museum of Art & History
3225 4th Street, Jackson, Michigan 49203
Catch Renewal by Andersen in Ann Arbor - Friday!
ANN ARBOR MAYOR’S 9th ANNUAL GREEN FAIR
RETURNS TO MAIN STREET ON JUNE 12 FROM 6 TO 9 PM
ANN ARBOR, Mich., May 12, 2009 — The City of Ann Arbor Mayor’s Office is hosting the 9th annual Green Fair on Main Street on Friday, June 12, from 6 to 9 p.m. to celebrate our community’s environmental leadership as exhibited by citizens, nonprofits, government, and businesses. Ann Arbor’s Downtown Main Street will be closed to regular automotive traffic, but will be open for walkers and displays of environmental information, “green” products, bicycle
events, live music, and general enjoyment of the urban outdoor environment. Information, entertainment, and hands-on activities for all ages will be provided.
RETURNS TO MAIN STREET ON JUNE 12 FROM 6 TO 9 PM
ANN ARBOR, Mich., May 12, 2009 — The City of Ann Arbor Mayor’s Office is hosting the 9th annual Green Fair on Main Street on Friday, June 12, from 6 to 9 p.m. to celebrate our community’s environmental leadership as exhibited by citizens, nonprofits, government, and businesses. Ann Arbor’s Downtown Main Street will be closed to regular automotive traffic, but will be open for walkers and displays of environmental information, “green” products, bicycle
events, live music, and general enjoyment of the urban outdoor environment. Information, entertainment, and hands-on activities for all ages will be provided.
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Memorial Weekend
Catch the Renewal by Andersen event team this Memorial Day weekend at the St Mary's Polish Country Fair in Orchard Lake MI!
Enjoy Carnival Rides, Authentic Polish Food and custom-crafted, energy-efficient Renewal by Andersen replacement windows!
Swing by our tent, see our beautiful windows, pick up a Seed Stick, grab info on the current tax credit and set an appointment for a free in-home consultation!
Did you know.....
We also carry Therma-Tru Entry Door Systems? In addition to being your window replacement solution, Renewal by Andersen can also be your Entry way solution with Therma-Tru doors!
Therma-Tru Doors (from thermatru.com)
Your Entrance to Extraordinary
It was a bold innovation for the home-building market 25 years ago when we introduced an entryway door that looked as beautiful as wood but performed with the durability of steel. But revolutionizing the industry is what you can expect from the nation's leading manufacturer and most preferred brand of fiberglass and steel exterior door systems.
Therma-Tru's roots go back to 1962 when David Welles, a retired Owens Corning executive purchased a bankrupt building supply company in Toledo, Ohio. In 1982, the company launched its Fiber-Classic style, the first fiberglass door on the market.
"People just couldn't believe it," says Deke Welles, son of founder David K. Welles and President of Therma-Tru from 1989 - 2001. "The product that looked so good was actually made of fiberglass."
Commitment to Innovation
The legacy of innovation continues today with a variety of new products designed to meet today's building trends. We are a company that is committed to providing you with excellence in entryway and patio door systems that complement your home's architectural style. And we have the attention to detail that can take the entry from bland to grand. Year after year, Therma-Tru introduces homeowners to new door styles to elevate their home's entry.
We are committed to advancing the industry with quality products that hinge on performance and open the door on elegance. Welcome to Therma-Tru Doors.
Your Entrance to Extraordinary
It was a bold innovation for the home-building market 25 years ago when we introduced an entryway door that looked as beautiful as wood but performed with the durability of steel. But revolutionizing the industry is what you can expect from the nation's leading manufacturer and most preferred brand of fiberglass and steel exterior door systems.
Therma-Tru's roots go back to 1962 when David Welles, a retired Owens Corning executive purchased a bankrupt building supply company in Toledo, Ohio. In 1982, the company launched its Fiber-Classic style, the first fiberglass door on the market.
"People just couldn't believe it," says Deke Welles, son of founder David K. Welles and President of Therma-Tru from 1989 - 2001. "The product that looked so good was actually made of fiberglass."
Commitment to Innovation
The legacy of innovation continues today with a variety of new products designed to meet today's building trends. We are a company that is committed to providing you with excellence in entryway and patio door systems that complement your home's architectural style. And we have the attention to detail that can take the entry from bland to grand. Year after year, Therma-Tru introduces homeowners to new door styles to elevate their home's entry.
We are committed to advancing the industry with quality products that hinge on performance and open the door on elegance. Welcome to Therma-Tru Doors.
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
April Feedback is in!
What our customers are saying:
Very happy with the results. Already say a decrease in our heating bill! Installation crew was fabulous! Very courteous & cleaned up well!
- Robi O. Troy MI
Professionalism all the way through. I am very satisfied with my investment. Thank you!
- Michele A. Superior Township MI
The people I dealt with were professional, and efficient. They all did their job well.
- Robert T. Washington MI
Very professionally presented and installed. You get great value for the price
- Dennis W. Sterling Heights MI
We have been very happy with our windows. They have made a huge difference in our house! The installation crew was exceptional. They were professional, friendly, efficient, and courteous. Our sale representative was knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and helpful. All in all we have had a wonderful experience with Renewal by Andersen.
- Kristin P. Farmington Hills MI
I love my windows
- Kelley B. Ypsilanti MI
Professional sales rep with integrity. Very knowledgeable installers & very clean.
- Sara V. St. Clair Shores MI
I am very pleased with the windows. The installation was quick and they cleaned up afterwards.
- Jeff B. Wayne MI
Excellent job by all.
- Jim J. New Boston MI
We are very pleased with our windows. The installers were excellent! When they left we hardly knew they were there!
- William W. Livonia MI
Our made-to-order windows are installed by professional Renewal by Andersen installers who are experts at window replacement. Since they’ve completed window replacement jobs in dozens of homes like yours, you can be confident that your window replacement project will deliver the beauty and performance you are seeking.
Very happy with the results. Already say a decrease in our heating bill! Installation crew was fabulous! Very courteous & cleaned up well!
- Robi O. Troy MI
Professionalism all the way through. I am very satisfied with my investment. Thank you!
- Michele A. Superior Township MI
The people I dealt with were professional, and efficient. They all did their job well.
- Robert T. Washington MI
Very professionally presented and installed. You get great value for the price
- Dennis W. Sterling Heights MI
We have been very happy with our windows. They have made a huge difference in our house! The installation crew was exceptional. They were professional, friendly, efficient, and courteous. Our sale representative was knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and helpful. All in all we have had a wonderful experience with Renewal by Andersen.
- Kristin P. Farmington Hills MI
I love my windows
- Kelley B. Ypsilanti MI
Professional sales rep with integrity. Very knowledgeable installers & very clean.
- Sara V. St. Clair Shores MI
I am very pleased with the windows. The installation was quick and they cleaned up afterwards.
- Jeff B. Wayne MI
Excellent job by all.
- Jim J. New Boston MI
We are very pleased with our windows. The installers were excellent! When they left we hardly knew they were there!
- William W. Livonia MI
Our made-to-order windows are installed by professional Renewal by Andersen installers who are experts at window replacement. Since they’ve completed window replacement jobs in dozens of homes like yours, you can be confident that your window replacement project will deliver the beauty and performance you are seeking.
North & South in Metro Detroit!
Catch the Renewal by Andersen Event Team around Metro Detroit this coming weekend:
Friday, Saturday & Sunday:
Take a break from listening to Willie Nelson & the Zac Brown Band and stop by our booth at the Downtown Hoedown. Our booth is near the entrance of Hart Plaza in Downtown Detroit. The staff will help explain why our low-maintenance composite frame windows are so revolutionary!
Saturday & Sunday:
In Lake Orion? While updating your garden and flower shopping at the Flower Fair & Art in Bloom, swing by our booth on the corner of Flint Street & Broadway to grab a seed stick and find out the list of benefits of our Fibrex® material!
Thursday, May 7, 2009
Treat Mom This Weekend!
Celebrate Mothers Day weekend
with Renewal by Andersen at Art Birmingham.
Stop by the Renewal by Andersen booth and pick up a Seed Stick, check out our custom-crafted, energy efficient replacement windows and pick up info on the new tax credit.
Monday, April 27, 2009
Catch the Renewal by Andersen Event Team:
Green Street Fair - Downtown PlymouthFriday - Sunday
Our booth is on Main Street south of Ann Arbor Trail
We'll have multiple examples of our Green Seal Certified windows on hand AND stop in the booth to pick up your free Seed Stick! *While supplies last
Thursday - Sunday
Booth # 437 - 439
We'll have multiple examples of our Green Seal Certified windows on hand AND stop in the booth to pick up your free Seed Stick! *While supplies last
Monday, April 20, 2009
Eastsiders - We are coming to you!
The Renewal by Andersen Event Team will be participating this coming weekend in the Spring Home Improvement Show at Macomb Mall in Roseville MI!
Hours: Friday 12p - 9p, Saturday 10a - 9p, Sunday 11a - 5p
*DETAILS OF OFFER: Offer valid 04/03/2009 - 05/30/2009. Not valid with other offers or prior purchases. Ask for complete details. Approved credit for qualified buyers. Available only at participating locations. "Renewal by Andersen" and the Renewal by Andersen logo are registered trademarks of Andersen Corporation. All other marks where denoted are marks of Andersen Corporation. ©2008 Andersen Corporation. All rights reserved.
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
Earth Day Activities
As Earth Day approaches, catch Renewal by Andersen at some of these great events:
Earth Day Expo - Downtown Rochester 4/18 - 4/19
Earth Day Expo - Downtown Rochester 4/18 - 4/19
St Clair County Earth Fair - Goodells Park, Goodells MI 4/18 - 4/19
2009 Greener Delta Earth - Grand Ledge MI 4/18
Renewal by Andersen = Smart Use of Materials, Leadership in reclaiming and reusing materials
- Fibrex® Composite Material Frames
Renewal by Andersen® windows have achieved the highest SCS certified recycled content of any window replacement company.
Nationally recognized for leadership, the independent testing labs of Scientific Certification Systems (SCS) verified that our Fibrex® material window frames and sash contain 40% reclaimed wood fiber by weight. Fibrex material offers the strength and insulating value of wood with the low maintenance features of vinyl that never requires painting and will not crack, pit, corrode or rot*. We reclaim much of our wood fiber from Andersen Corporation’s wood window manufacturing facilities.
- High-PerformanceTM Low-E4® Glass
High-PerformanceTM Low-E4® glass is made from a minimum of 12% reclaimed glass by weight.
Standard on all Renewal by Andersen windows, High-Performance Low-E4 glass features an innovative coating that, when activated by sunlight, helps reduce water spots up to 99%,** making your view better and cleaning easier. What’s more, our glass helps block harmful UV rays entering your home and cuts down on noise pollution by reducing sound penetration.
Renewal by Andersen and its parent company, Andersen Corporation, were the first window manufacturers to receive Green Seal certification for Environmental Stewardship. Green Seal estimates that if all windows in the U.S. were as energy efficient as those made by Andersen Windows, Americans would save up to 2.5 percent of the annual U.S. energy consumption—an estimated 200 gallons of oil for every household in the U.S.
Friday, April 3, 2009
Novi Home Show - This Weekend!
Join Renewal by Andersen at the Novi Home Show this weekend!
We have sponsored the petting zoo and will be giving out coloring pages to all the kids that visit our booth or the petting zoo!
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Around Town This Weekend!
Check out the Renewal by Andersen event team at these events this weekend:
* 3/18 - 3/19: Michigan Facilities Expo '09
* 3/19 - 3/22: Lansing Home & Garden Show
* 3/20 - 3/22: Builders Home and Improvement Show Ann Arbor
* 3/21 - 3/22: Grass Lake Business Expo
* 3/21: Home & Garden Expo Grosse Pointe
* 3/18 - 3/19: Michigan Facilities Expo '09
* 3/19 - 3/22: Lansing Home & Garden Show
* 3/20 - 3/22: Builders Home and Improvement Show Ann Arbor
* 3/21 - 3/22: Grass Lake Business Expo
* 3/21: Home & Garden Expo Grosse Pointe
Saturday, February 28, 2009
2009 / 2010 Tax Credit
Renewal by Andersen® windows and patio doors help increase your home’s comfort and energy efficiency. Better yet, if you buy them now, you may qualify for a credit of 30% of the product cost up to $1,500 on your federal income tax. Tax credit is 30% of the amount paid for the product up to a maximum of $1500 combined for 2009 and 2010 (Including other eligible items listed in the IRS Notice).
As part of the Economic Stimulus package, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 modifies and extends federal tax credits for eligible building components that improve energy efficiency. To be eligible, windows, doors and skylights must have both a U-Factor equal to or less than 0.30 and a Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) equal to or less than 0.30.
Great Michigan News!
Gotta love great news like this, especially in Michigan!
Best Economic News
by Lisa Diggs
The start of 2009, brought good economic news to Michigan. Here are some stories you may have missed between the headlines.
While still basking in the glow of securing the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams, Michigan State University, forged a new partnership with IBM for the creation of a Global Delivery Center for Application Services to be located on the MSU campus in East Lansing. The Global Delivery Center will be the first of its kind in the United States for IBM. About 100 jobs will be created by this June, with a total of 1,000 to 1,500 new jobs over the next five years.
Governor Granholm signed a battery industry bill into law that provides $335 million in refundable tax credits to encourage companies to develop and build batteries in Michigan for hybrid and electric vehicles. General Motors decided it will build its own battery packs for the much anticipated Chevrolet Volt and will build a new factory in Michigan to do it. Massachusetts-based A123 Systems, which has research operations in Ann Arbor, also announced that its first lithium-ion battery mass production site would be in southeast Michigan.
Southfield-based TechTeam Global, which provides IT and business process outsourcing to both the private sector and the government, announced it had secured more than $20 million worth of new contracts, and consequently the need for 65 new employees in Michigan. The new jobs are to provide customers with IT service desk support
Faurecia, the world’s eighth-largest Tier 1 supplier of automotive components plans to invest $8.8 million to expand its operations in Fraser. The extension is expected to create 281 new jobs, including 82 directly by the company.
A new microbrewery called Northern United Brewery plans to manufacture and bottle beer, distilled spirits and wine in Ann Arbor, Dexter and Peninsula Township. The brewer will invest approximately $5.8 million in the project, which is expected to create 398 new jobs, including 158 directly by the company.
White & Green Motors intends to manufacture electric and recoil starters for gas engines in Eaton Rapids. They anticipate creating up to 60 jobs initially and up to 122 over time.
Manufacturer and assembler of automotive components and systems, ZF Group, plans to lease part of a facility that Chrysler has under construction in Marysville and invest $143.4 million to expand its operations. The expansion is expected to create 1,657 new jobs, including 475 directly by the company.
Fisher Coachworks, a producer of ultra light-weight hybrid vehicles, intends to invest $7 million to establish a facility to produce an innovative, fuel-efficient, mass transit bus. The plant is slated for the site of the former Detroit Race Course in Livonia.
HoMedics, reported to be the world’s leading wellness brand specializing in high-quality home healthcare products, plans to invest $11 million to establish a Commerce Township facility to develop new wireless-charging device technology. The project is expected to create 127 new jobs, including 62 directly by the company.
Novi has much to celebrate. A start-up wind turbine generation system manufacturer, named Global Wind Systems, intends to invest $32.3 million to locate its first plant in the city. The project is expected to create 807 new jobs, including 356 directly by the company. Also, Novixus will build the first national distribution and services center using automated processing of prescriptions for central fill and home delivery. That company will invest approximately $3.4 million in the center and create 428 new jobs, including 192 directly. Additionally, Kongsberg Automotive plans to invest $4.4 million to expand its technical center in Novi, creating 113 new jobs, including 58 directly.
Hart & Cooley, a manufacturer of products for heating, plumbing and air conditioning systems, announced its plan to consolidate a portion of its U.S. and Canadian operations to its Grand Rapids facility. The project is expected to include a $3.9 million investment and create 98 new positions, including 48 direct jobs.
Redevelopment and conversion of the Detroit Creamery building and surrounding areas into a luxury residential and retail complex is planned by Golden Rectangle. The project will generate $38 million in new capital investment and is expected to create 50 new jobs.
Scripps Park Associates will partner with the City of Detroit and the Detroit Housing Commission to invest $35 million to redevelop an abandoned public housing development into 180 affordable townhouses.
The fourth-largest steelmaker in the U.S., Severstal North America, plans to invest $700 million to rehabilitate, modernize and enhance aging facilities in Dearborn to improve its steel mill. The project is expected to retain 76 jobs.
The City of Detroit will use state and local tax capture valued at more than $1 million to support a proposed redevelopment of the former Greater Detroit Hospital. The development will include a modern medical office and assisted living center. The project will generate $8.9 million in new capital investment and up to 251 new jobs.
Using state and local tax capture valued at $364,050 the City of Grand Rapids will support a proposed redevelopment project that will include a three-story, mixed-use building with a green design. The goal of the building is to be west Michigan’s first zero carbon-footprint project. The project will generate $3.1 million in new capital investment and up to 30 new jobs. The Renaissance Venture Capital Fund, a new venture capital fund formed recently and supported by some of Michigan’s largest organizations, announced that it will make its first commitment, a $5 million investment in the Ann Arbor-based venture capital fund Arboretum Ventures II.
Lansing-based Niowave secured a $1 million contract with the Office of Naval Research to build a superconducting radio frequency electron gun. This latest agreement is the third $1 million contract landed by Niowave within a year.
Ford Motor Company announced that their all-new Ford Fusion Hybrid is America's most fuel-efficient mid-sized car, certified at 41 mpg in city and 36 mpg on highway. The Fusion beats the Toyota Camry hybrid by 8 mpg in city and 2 mpg on highway. Its gas-sipping system enables city driving of more than 700 miles on a single tank of gas.
Michigan International Speedway is offering its facilities to test technology that would allow cars to talk to the road and to each other so they become incapable of crashing into one another, saving up to 44,000 U.S. deaths annually from auto accidents, as well as reducing traffic congestion. Research indicates that as many as 40,000 jobs could be created over the next two decades if Michigan emerges as a leader in vehicle connectivity technology, including 1,000 jobs in the first year or two.
Best Economic News
by Lisa Diggs
The start of 2009, brought good economic news to Michigan. Here are some stories you may have missed between the headlines.
While still basking in the glow of securing the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams, Michigan State University, forged a new partnership with IBM for the creation of a Global Delivery Center for Application Services to be located on the MSU campus in East Lansing. The Global Delivery Center will be the first of its kind in the United States for IBM. About 100 jobs will be created by this June, with a total of 1,000 to 1,500 new jobs over the next five years.
Governor Granholm signed a battery industry bill into law that provides $335 million in refundable tax credits to encourage companies to develop and build batteries in Michigan for hybrid and electric vehicles. General Motors decided it will build its own battery packs for the much anticipated Chevrolet Volt and will build a new factory in Michigan to do it. Massachusetts-based A123 Systems, which has research operations in Ann Arbor, also announced that its first lithium-ion battery mass production site would be in southeast Michigan.
Southfield-based TechTeam Global, which provides IT and business process outsourcing to both the private sector and the government, announced it had secured more than $20 million worth of new contracts, and consequently the need for 65 new employees in Michigan. The new jobs are to provide customers with IT service desk support
Faurecia, the world’s eighth-largest Tier 1 supplier of automotive components plans to invest $8.8 million to expand its operations in Fraser. The extension is expected to create 281 new jobs, including 82 directly by the company.
A new microbrewery called Northern United Brewery plans to manufacture and bottle beer, distilled spirits and wine in Ann Arbor, Dexter and Peninsula Township. The brewer will invest approximately $5.8 million in the project, which is expected to create 398 new jobs, including 158 directly by the company.
White & Green Motors intends to manufacture electric and recoil starters for gas engines in Eaton Rapids. They anticipate creating up to 60 jobs initially and up to 122 over time.
Manufacturer and assembler of automotive components and systems, ZF Group, plans to lease part of a facility that Chrysler has under construction in Marysville and invest $143.4 million to expand its operations. The expansion is expected to create 1,657 new jobs, including 475 directly by the company.
Fisher Coachworks, a producer of ultra light-weight hybrid vehicles, intends to invest $7 million to establish a facility to produce an innovative, fuel-efficient, mass transit bus. The plant is slated for the site of the former Detroit Race Course in Livonia.
HoMedics, reported to be the world’s leading wellness brand specializing in high-quality home healthcare products, plans to invest $11 million to establish a Commerce Township facility to develop new wireless-charging device technology. The project is expected to create 127 new jobs, including 62 directly by the company.
Novi has much to celebrate. A start-up wind turbine generation system manufacturer, named Global Wind Systems, intends to invest $32.3 million to locate its first plant in the city. The project is expected to create 807 new jobs, including 356 directly by the company. Also, Novixus will build the first national distribution and services center using automated processing of prescriptions for central fill and home delivery. That company will invest approximately $3.4 million in the center and create 428 new jobs, including 192 directly. Additionally, Kongsberg Automotive plans to invest $4.4 million to expand its technical center in Novi, creating 113 new jobs, including 58 directly.
Hart & Cooley, a manufacturer of products for heating, plumbing and air conditioning systems, announced its plan to consolidate a portion of its U.S. and Canadian operations to its Grand Rapids facility. The project is expected to include a $3.9 million investment and create 98 new positions, including 48 direct jobs.
Redevelopment and conversion of the Detroit Creamery building and surrounding areas into a luxury residential and retail complex is planned by Golden Rectangle. The project will generate $38 million in new capital investment and is expected to create 50 new jobs.
Scripps Park Associates will partner with the City of Detroit and the Detroit Housing Commission to invest $35 million to redevelop an abandoned public housing development into 180 affordable townhouses.
The fourth-largest steelmaker in the U.S., Severstal North America, plans to invest $700 million to rehabilitate, modernize and enhance aging facilities in Dearborn to improve its steel mill. The project is expected to retain 76 jobs.
The City of Detroit will use state and local tax capture valued at more than $1 million to support a proposed redevelopment of the former Greater Detroit Hospital. The development will include a modern medical office and assisted living center. The project will generate $8.9 million in new capital investment and up to 251 new jobs.
Using state and local tax capture valued at $364,050 the City of Grand Rapids will support a proposed redevelopment project that will include a three-story, mixed-use building with a green design. The goal of the building is to be west Michigan’s first zero carbon-footprint project. The project will generate $3.1 million in new capital investment and up to 30 new jobs. The Renaissance Venture Capital Fund, a new venture capital fund formed recently and supported by some of Michigan’s largest organizations, announced that it will make its first commitment, a $5 million investment in the Ann Arbor-based venture capital fund Arboretum Ventures II.
Lansing-based Niowave secured a $1 million contract with the Office of Naval Research to build a superconducting radio frequency electron gun. This latest agreement is the third $1 million contract landed by Niowave within a year.
Ford Motor Company announced that their all-new Ford Fusion Hybrid is America's most fuel-efficient mid-sized car, certified at 41 mpg in city and 36 mpg on highway. The Fusion beats the Toyota Camry hybrid by 8 mpg in city and 2 mpg on highway. Its gas-sipping system enables city driving of more than 700 miles on a single tank of gas.
Michigan International Speedway is offering its facilities to test technology that would allow cars to talk to the road and to each other so they become incapable of crashing into one another, saving up to 44,000 U.S. deaths annually from auto accidents, as well as reducing traffic congestion. Research indicates that as many as 40,000 jobs could be created over the next two decades if Michigan emerges as a leader in vehicle connectivity technology, including 1,000 jobs in the first year or two.
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Free Tickets!
Stop by our Renewal by Andersen office in Livonia for these free tickets!
While supplies last of course!
Detroit Boat Show Today - February 22nd
Toledo House & Home Show February 20th - February 22nd
Cottage & Lakefront Living Show February 26th - March 1st
Lenawee County Home Show 2009 March 6th - March 8th
Michigan Facilities Expo March 18th - March 19th
Here's our address:
Renewal by Andersen
Livonia Office
37720 Amrhein Road
Livonia, MI 48150
Also, our Showroom in Farmington Hills has Boat Show tickets as well.
While Supplies Last too!
Renewal by Andersen
Showroom
30750 West Eight Mile
Farmington Hills, MI 48336
While supplies last of course!
Detroit Boat Show Today - February 22nd
Toledo House & Home Show February 20th - February 22nd
Cottage & Lakefront Living Show February 26th - March 1st
Lenawee County Home Show 2009 March 6th - March 8th
Michigan Facilities Expo March 18th - March 19th
Here's our address:
Renewal by Andersen
Livonia Office
37720 Amrhein Road
Livonia, MI 48150
Also, our Showroom in Farmington Hills has Boat Show tickets as well.
While Supplies Last too!
Renewal by Andersen
Showroom
30750 West Eight Mile
Farmington Hills, MI 48336
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
New home: $750,000. Window repairs: $700,000
An Oregon woman faced this nightmare scenario after the windows in her newly built home were improperly installed. The Wall Street Journal's Teardown Diarist uncovers several cautionary tales and discovers a few problems of her own.
By The Wall Street Journal
My house was all framed and roofed and the windows were installed - but the siding wasn't yet on - when I happened to meet two women at a cocktail party who had recently had new homes built. I casually asked them if they had learned anything.
There's no such thing as casual conversation when you're building a home. It turns out that both women had been involved in lawsuits because of leaking windows that they say were improperly installed.
Window installation has become more of a problem as houses have become more energy efficient. Windows used to be installed leaving a gap for airflow to occur. Now they are completely sealed. While fewer cold drafts occur, the reduction in air means any water that gets in can't evaporate, making leaks more of a problem.
Window makers' warranties typically don't cover installation - only the window itself is covered, and only if the window is installed using an approved and recommended method. That means if windows leak around the edges because of improper installation, the window manufacturer won't pay for repairs. And if the contractor doesn't follow the manufacturer's instructions, the window maker won't pay for any kind of damage to the window, either.
Oh, and unless you ask, it is unlikely your contractor will tell you what installation method he's using.
The women at the party shared their horror stories: Theresa Rockove, who manages her husband's medical practice, had a 5,000 square foot, $1 million two-level home built in Troutdale, Ore., finished in August 2005. The following winter, she noticed a smoke alarm was shorting out; it turned out to be wet. Soon, more windows started leaking. She hired Western Architectural, a national waterproofing consulting company that inspects the weather and structural integrity of residential and commercial buildings. Western Architectural found the flashings - the material, usually metal or plastic, installed to prevent water from penetrating - hadn't been properly installed. It took nine months, a second mortgage and living in only part of the house, but finally Rockove had the damage repaired and settled a lawsuit with her builder for $250,000. The builder could not be reached for comment.
The contractor Rockove hired to fix the leaking windows - Sean Gores of Clackamas, Ore.-based Sean Gores Construction - has been in the construction-defect repair business for 11 years. He says that about 40% of his business involves leaking windows because of improper installation.
What's your home worth?
Rockove's sister-in-law Kristi Calcagno, a real-estate broker in Portland, Ore., spent $750,000 building a three-story, cedar-shingled beach house with lots of windows and decks facing the sea in Long Beach, Wash. She also noticed some leaking around the windows after the house was finished in 2005. After hiring Western Architectural, which said the installation wasn't done properly, she hired another contractor who estimated that it would cost $700,000 to fix the problem.
She then sued the original builder, who in turn named seven subcontractors. The issue is still pending, and Elizabeth Lampson, the attorney for the defendant, insurance company AIG, had no comment.
Calcagno has never occupied the house and is prepared to tear it down altogether because there has been so much water damage. "I'm at a point where if the house falls down I would just say 'eh,'" she says.
I e-mailed my contractor and architect to ask them if they thought I should hire Western Architectural before we closed up the exterior. Both agreed that was a very good idea.
Western Architectural found that most of windows in my new home were installed in the openings using foam as a sealer and no flashing or weather-resistant barrier wrapped into window and door rough openings - a direct violation of the installation instructions issued by window manufacturer Pella. If the sealant fails, the wood structure would be vulnerable to moisture, according to the company's report, which also found that the foam used isn't an industry standard.
Western Architectural recommended removing all the windows and reinstalling them according to Pella's instructions. According to the company's inspector, Michael Drexler, even the foam wasn't applied according to instructions - it should have had paper as well as foam. "My guess is that it was for cost reasons. The wrap takes more time and materials than the foam," Drexler says.
Instead of using paper that rolls into the opening between the window and the hole cut into the siding for the window to create a barrier, the subcontractor my builders used to install the windows used foam to seal them. "They thought that was a better solution," my contractor told me. He says the issue wasn't cost. "It was never about money," he says.
My contractor cleared the installation variation with Pella, which guaranteed that despite the modified installation method the full terms of the product warranty would remain in effect. All very well - but as I stated earlier, that didn't mean that Pella would be responsible if the foam method caused leaking.
Kathy Harkema, a spokeswoman for Pella, said the No. 1 problem builders have is with improper window or door installation. "Installation is every bit as critical as the window," Harkema said. The company has more than 200 engineers at its Iowa headquarters who study installation techniques in order to make the best recommendations to builders. If requested, the company will dispatch a service technician - for a fee - to go to a building site and inspect the installation. "We strongly suggest following our instructions," Harkema says. "It takes the guesswork out of it for everyone."
My contractor says every window manufacturer has different instructions for installation. "It's like getting three doctors to agree on the same treatment," he says. He hired two different consultants to check the installation using foam and tested it with water to look for leakage. "Ultimately, we're liable for this," he told me. One of the consultants, worried that the foam could shrink over time, recommended adding a sticky paper over the foam for further sealing - a step my contractor took.
We are moving ahead with the siding this week, which will be followed by drywall. Then comes the expensive part of building a house: the interior - including cabinets, finishes and lighting.
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Quality installation is a critical component of any successful window replacement project. Even the highest quality windows will underperform if installed incorrectly. That’s why at Renewal by Andersen, we include professional installation as a key part of our window replacement process, backed by our limited warranty.
To maximize performance and provide long-term energy efficiency, a replacement window must fit well in the opening. Renewal by Andersen® replacement windows are custom-built to precisely fit each window opening in your home.
Our made-to-order windows are then installed by professional Renewal by Andersen installers who are experts at window replacement. Since they’ve completed window replacement jobs in dozens of homes like yours, you can be confident that your window replacement project will deliver the beauty and performance you are seeking.
We are so confident in the quality of our installation process that installation is included under your window replacement project’s written limited warranty.
By The Wall Street Journal
My house was all framed and roofed and the windows were installed - but the siding wasn't yet on - when I happened to meet two women at a cocktail party who had recently had new homes built. I casually asked them if they had learned anything.
There's no such thing as casual conversation when you're building a home. It turns out that both women had been involved in lawsuits because of leaking windows that they say were improperly installed.
Window installation has become more of a problem as houses have become more energy efficient. Windows used to be installed leaving a gap for airflow to occur. Now they are completely sealed. While fewer cold drafts occur, the reduction in air means any water that gets in can't evaporate, making leaks more of a problem.
Window makers' warranties typically don't cover installation - only the window itself is covered, and only if the window is installed using an approved and recommended method. That means if windows leak around the edges because of improper installation, the window manufacturer won't pay for repairs. And if the contractor doesn't follow the manufacturer's instructions, the window maker won't pay for any kind of damage to the window, either.
Oh, and unless you ask, it is unlikely your contractor will tell you what installation method he's using.
The women at the party shared their horror stories: Theresa Rockove, who manages her husband's medical practice, had a 5,000 square foot, $1 million two-level home built in Troutdale, Ore., finished in August 2005. The following winter, she noticed a smoke alarm was shorting out; it turned out to be wet. Soon, more windows started leaking. She hired Western Architectural, a national waterproofing consulting company that inspects the weather and structural integrity of residential and commercial buildings. Western Architectural found the flashings - the material, usually metal or plastic, installed to prevent water from penetrating - hadn't been properly installed. It took nine months, a second mortgage and living in only part of the house, but finally Rockove had the damage repaired and settled a lawsuit with her builder for $250,000. The builder could not be reached for comment.
The contractor Rockove hired to fix the leaking windows - Sean Gores of Clackamas, Ore.-based Sean Gores Construction - has been in the construction-defect repair business for 11 years. He says that about 40% of his business involves leaking windows because of improper installation.
What's your home worth?
Rockove's sister-in-law Kristi Calcagno, a real-estate broker in Portland, Ore., spent $750,000 building a three-story, cedar-shingled beach house with lots of windows and decks facing the sea in Long Beach, Wash. She also noticed some leaking around the windows after the house was finished in 2005. After hiring Western Architectural, which said the installation wasn't done properly, she hired another contractor who estimated that it would cost $700,000 to fix the problem.
She then sued the original builder, who in turn named seven subcontractors. The issue is still pending, and Elizabeth Lampson, the attorney for the defendant, insurance company AIG, had no comment.
Calcagno has never occupied the house and is prepared to tear it down altogether because there has been so much water damage. "I'm at a point where if the house falls down I would just say 'eh,'" she says.
I e-mailed my contractor and architect to ask them if they thought I should hire Western Architectural before we closed up the exterior. Both agreed that was a very good idea.
Western Architectural found that most of windows in my new home were installed in the openings using foam as a sealer and no flashing or weather-resistant barrier wrapped into window and door rough openings - a direct violation of the installation instructions issued by window manufacturer Pella. If the sealant fails, the wood structure would be vulnerable to moisture, according to the company's report, which also found that the foam used isn't an industry standard.
Western Architectural recommended removing all the windows and reinstalling them according to Pella's instructions. According to the company's inspector, Michael Drexler, even the foam wasn't applied according to instructions - it should have had paper as well as foam. "My guess is that it was for cost reasons. The wrap takes more time and materials than the foam," Drexler says.
Instead of using paper that rolls into the opening between the window and the hole cut into the siding for the window to create a barrier, the subcontractor my builders used to install the windows used foam to seal them. "They thought that was a better solution," my contractor told me. He says the issue wasn't cost. "It was never about money," he says.
My contractor cleared the installation variation with Pella, which guaranteed that despite the modified installation method the full terms of the product warranty would remain in effect. All very well - but as I stated earlier, that didn't mean that Pella would be responsible if the foam method caused leaking.
Kathy Harkema, a spokeswoman for Pella, said the No. 1 problem builders have is with improper window or door installation. "Installation is every bit as critical as the window," Harkema said. The company has more than 200 engineers at its Iowa headquarters who study installation techniques in order to make the best recommendations to builders. If requested, the company will dispatch a service technician - for a fee - to go to a building site and inspect the installation. "We strongly suggest following our instructions," Harkema says. "It takes the guesswork out of it for everyone."
My contractor says every window manufacturer has different instructions for installation. "It's like getting three doctors to agree on the same treatment," he says. He hired two different consultants to check the installation using foam and tested it with water to look for leakage. "Ultimately, we're liable for this," he told me. One of the consultants, worried that the foam could shrink over time, recommended adding a sticky paper over the foam for further sealing - a step my contractor took.
We are moving ahead with the siding this week, which will be followed by drywall. Then comes the expensive part of building a house: the interior - including cabinets, finishes and lighting.
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Quality installation is a critical component of any successful window replacement project. Even the highest quality windows will underperform if installed incorrectly. That’s why at Renewal by Andersen, we include professional installation as a key part of our window replacement process, backed by our limited warranty.
To maximize performance and provide long-term energy efficiency, a replacement window must fit well in the opening. Renewal by Andersen® replacement windows are custom-built to precisely fit each window opening in your home.
Our made-to-order windows are then installed by professional Renewal by Andersen installers who are experts at window replacement. Since they’ve completed window replacement jobs in dozens of homes like yours, you can be confident that your window replacement project will deliver the beauty and performance you are seeking.
We are so confident in the quality of our installation process that installation is included under your window replacement project’s written limited warranty.
Monday, February 2, 2009
Green Building Going Strong
Green Building Going Strong
Market studies suggest that interest in green homes—from pros and buyers alike—continues to climb.
By: Katy Tomasulo
Las Vegas, Jan. 22 -- Can green be the lifeboat the home building industry needs? During a presentation at the International Builders’ Show, Harvey M. Bernstein, vice president of industry analytics, alliances, and strategic initiatives for McGraw-Hill Construction, suggests that eco-friendly design and products are proving to be a market differentiator for builders and an in-demand feature for home buyers.
Utilizing data from McGraw-Hill Construction’s 2006 and 2008 Smart Market Reports on green building, as well as a few other studies, Bernstein offered the following conclusions:
- Green is a market differentiator: Builders are finding it easier to market green homes and homeowners are much more interested in buying them, even in a down economy. Bernstein called green building a “savior,” and said that while the residential market overall has plummeted, the green residential market is climbing at a steady pace, increasing fivefold between 2005 and 2008 and expected to triple by 2013. The total residential green opportunity in 2013 will be $40 billion to $70 billion.
- Involvement in green building is on the rise: In addition to a growing number of local and national green building certification programs, green policies have jumped from 57 local governments in 2005 to 156 in 2008. The new presidential administration also has demonstrated a commitment to green policies and stimulus programs. At the builder level, in 2007 32% of builders reported being “significantly dedicated” to green building. In 2008 that number climbed to 52% and is expected to reach 69% in 2009.
- Interest in green homes spans all income levels: While the greatest percentage of demand for green homes (27%) is within the $50,000 to $74,000 income range, 30% of the demand falls into the two lower income brackets.
- Younger generations will expect green options: “They can’t imagine building anything that isn’t sustainable,” Bernstein said.
- Green-home buyers are driven by operational cost savings and improved health. Associating green with quality will be a strong selling point in the down market.
- As a builder’s green building experience increases, perceived costs decrease.
- Energy Star is the most well-known product standard.
- When remodeling, homeowners will spend the most on features that make their homes greener, versus those that increase comfort or improve the appearance.
For those pros still wary of the trend, it’s worth noting what Bernstein calls one of green building’s biggest obstacles for homeowners: In some markets, there just aren’t enough builders doing it.
The environment is everyone's home. Andersen Corporation, a leading manufacturer for over 100 years, has a long history of environmental stewardship. As the window replacement subsidiary of Andersen, Renewal by Andersen proudly carries this tradition forward. We work to approach sustainability at every level, from our manufacturing facility to your home.
Remodel Green?
Andersen Corp.'s Andersen and Renewal by Andersen brands of wood and wood-composite windows and doors are now Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Chain-of-Custody certified. The certification was awarded by Scientific Certification Systems (SCS), a third-party certification and assessment body based in Emeryville, Calif.
To achieve FSC Chain-of-Custody certification, companies must meet FSC's standards for traceability and distribution, and all stages of production, distribution, and sale of a product must be independently evaluated. With FSC Chain-of-Custody certification, use of Andersen and Renewal by Andersen windows and doors earns points under USGBC LEED Materials and Resources Credit 7: Certified Wood, the company says.
Andersen's FSC certification affirms the company's commitment to sustainability and assures its customers that Andersen and Renewal by Andersen products meet the highest forestry standards, according to J. Glasnapp, vice president of corporate sustainability and quality for Andersen. Windows and doors in the Andersen and Renewal by Andersen lines also recently received SCS' Indoor Advantage Gold certification for indoor air quality.
To achieve FSC Chain-of-Custody certification, companies must meet FSC's standards for traceability and distribution, and all stages of production, distribution, and sale of a product must be independently evaluated. With FSC Chain-of-Custody certification, use of Andersen and Renewal by Andersen windows and doors earns points under USGBC LEED Materials and Resources Credit 7: Certified Wood, the company says.
Andersen's FSC certification affirms the company's commitment to sustainability and assures its customers that Andersen and Renewal by Andersen products meet the highest forestry standards, according to J. Glasnapp, vice president of corporate sustainability and quality for Andersen. Windows and doors in the Andersen and Renewal by Andersen lines also recently received SCS' Indoor Advantage Gold certification for indoor air quality.
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Around Town This Weekend!
Catch the Renewal By Andersen event team at multiple locations this weekend:
Friday Jan 23rd - Sunday Jan 25th at the Novi Home Improvement Show
Friday Jan 23rd - Sunday Jan 25th: Plymouth Ice Sculpture Spectacular
Sunday Jan 25th: Amazing Brides Expo Ann Arbor
Sunday Jan 25th: Livingston County Winter Bridal Show
All of our booths will have beautiful, energy efficient Renewal By Andersen replacement windows on hand for you to check out.
In the midst of this cold, come see how Renewal By Andersen can help you keep your home warmer in the winter.
Thursday, January 15, 2009
Replacement windows are a terrific investment
By DWIGHT BARNETT • Scripps Howard News Service
QUESTION: Our house was built in 1984, and we have aluminum-clad windows (in an aluminum frame) that need to be replaced. The frames were originally bronze-colored but have become faded and scratched, plus the glass has "fogged" in many of the windows.
Contractors are steering us toward buying replacement windows, saying the aluminum frame can't be removed without considerable damage to the siding and brick (because of the flange that's attached to the original window and nailed in place).
They want to use replacement windows and then wrap the existing aluminum frames with siding. Is it possible to remove the old windows and replace them with new construction windows? We want to have the job right the first time and have a good result.
-- Deb Smiley,
Mount Sidney, Va.
Contractors are steering us toward buying replacement windows, saying the aluminum frame can't be removed without considerable damage to the siding and brick (because of the flange that's attached to the original window and nailed in place).
They want to use replacement windows and then wrap the existing aluminum frames with siding. Is it possible to remove the old windows and replace them with new construction windows? We want to have the job right the first time and have a good result.
-- Deb Smiley,
Mount Sidney, Va.
ANSWER: Every window I have installed or replaced has had an exterior nailing flange or wood rail behind the wall's exterior covering. In order to remove the original window's frame, the exterior wall covering must be removed.
If the home has vinyl or wood siding, you simply remove the siding and replace it once the windows have been replaced. If you have to remove aluminum siding, brick or stone to get to the window frame, you may want to consider a replacement window.
Aluminum siding is easily damaged and difficult to color match for replacement. Brick and stone can be reset, but the new mortar joints may not match the original mortar color, and the lines will be noticeable for years to come.
When choosing a window you need to consider costs, timing, convenience, looks and energy efficiency. Here are a few pluses and minuses for selecting replacement windows versus installing new windows. I've also thrown in the idea of using storm windows.
Costs: A replacement window will cost less than a new window and will be easier to install. You might consider adding storm windows to your original windows because they are easy to install and are cost-effective. Properly installed and sealed, a storm window will save you energy dollars and costs much less than replacement or new windows, and there will be no need to remove exterior wall coverings.
Time: Replacement windows or storm windows can be installed in a day or two. Installing all new windows will take several days if not weeks.
Convenience: There is little to no damage to either the interior or exterior of the home with replacement windows or storm windows. New windows will require removal of some if not all of the home's exterior covering.
Looks: You will always be able to tell that the replacement windows are not original. Storm windows are an addition, and you should consider how they would affect the overall appeal of the home.
Air leakage: Because the original frame is left intact, there are no easy solutions to sealing the nailing flange. Replacement windows are no better at insulating against the weather than a modern wood window.
There is a lot of air leakage around the frames of older aluminum and wood windows because they were simply nailed to the structure but never sealed. When a new window is installed it is now common practice to seal the nailing flange with caulk and/or metallic tape.
The only way you can be sure of air-sealing an older window or a replacement window is to remove the exterior wall covering.
If the home has vinyl or wood siding, you simply remove the siding and replace it once the windows have been replaced. If you have to remove aluminum siding, brick or stone to get to the window frame, you may want to consider a replacement window.
Aluminum siding is easily damaged and difficult to color match for replacement. Brick and stone can be reset, but the new mortar joints may not match the original mortar color, and the lines will be noticeable for years to come.
When choosing a window you need to consider costs, timing, convenience, looks and energy efficiency. Here are a few pluses and minuses for selecting replacement windows versus installing new windows. I've also thrown in the idea of using storm windows.
Costs: A replacement window will cost less than a new window and will be easier to install. You might consider adding storm windows to your original windows because they are easy to install and are cost-effective. Properly installed and sealed, a storm window will save you energy dollars and costs much less than replacement or new windows, and there will be no need to remove exterior wall coverings.
Time: Replacement windows or storm windows can be installed in a day or two. Installing all new windows will take several days if not weeks.
Convenience: There is little to no damage to either the interior or exterior of the home with replacement windows or storm windows. New windows will require removal of some if not all of the home's exterior covering.
Looks: You will always be able to tell that the replacement windows are not original. Storm windows are an addition, and you should consider how they would affect the overall appeal of the home.
Air leakage: Because the original frame is left intact, there are no easy solutions to sealing the nailing flange. Replacement windows are no better at insulating against the weather than a modern wood window.
There is a lot of air leakage around the frames of older aluminum and wood windows because they were simply nailed to the structure but never sealed. When a new window is installed it is now common practice to seal the nailing flange with caulk and/or metallic tape.
The only way you can be sure of air-sealing an older window or a replacement window is to remove the exterior wall covering.
Renewal By Andersen = Quality Installation!
Quality installation is a critical component of any successful window replacement project. Even the highest quality windows will underperform if installed incorrectly. That’s why at Renewal by Andersen, we include professional installation as a key part of our window replacement process, backed by our limited warranty.
To maximize performance and provide long-term energy efficiency, a replacement window must fit well in the opening. Renewal by Andersen® replacement windows are custom-built to precisely fit each window opening in your home.
Our made-to-order windows are then installed by professional Renewal by Andersen installers who are experts at window replacement. Since they’ve completed window replacement jobs in dozens of homes like yours, you can be confident that your window replacement project will deliver the beauty and performance you are seeking.
We are so confident in the quality of our installation process that installation is included under your window replacement project’s written limited warranty.
To maximize performance and provide long-term energy efficiency, a replacement window must fit well in the opening. Renewal by Andersen® replacement windows are custom-built to precisely fit each window opening in your home.
Our made-to-order windows are then installed by professional Renewal by Andersen installers who are experts at window replacement. Since they’ve completed window replacement jobs in dozens of homes like yours, you can be confident that your window replacement project will deliver the beauty and performance you are seeking.
We are so confident in the quality of our installation process that installation is included under your window replacement project’s written limited warranty.
Monday, January 12, 2009
Palace Of Auburn Hills Home Show!
Snow...snow...snow...snowIn the midst of the weekend's insane snow storm, the Renewal By Andersen Event Team had a very succesful weekend at the Palace Of Auburn Hills Home Show. We met with tons of new customers and listened to past customers rave about their Renewal By Andersen windows! Thank you American Consumer Shows!
No amount of snow could stop the team from spreading the message of Energy Efficiency, Beauty, Performance, Value, Indoor Air Quality, Professional Installation, and details of the 2009 Tax Credit!
Homeowners were out in full force looking to update their homes with energy efficient and beautiful Renewal By Andersen windows!
At our Renewal By Andersen booth we were able to showcase our wide range of features and options, that can effortlessly match your current windows or completely change the look of a room! You can choose from:
No amount of snow could stop the team from spreading the message of Energy Efficiency, Beauty, Performance, Value, Indoor Air Quality, Professional Installation, and details of the 2009 Tax Credit!Homeowners were out in full force looking to update their homes with energy efficient and beautiful Renewal By Andersen windows!
At our Renewal By Andersen booth we were able to showcase our wide range of features and options, that can effortlessly match your current windows or completely change the look of a room! You can choose from:
- 22 interior/exterior color combinations - colors have been carefully selected to blend with popular color palettes and our stainable wood interiors include oak, maple and engineered pine--an especially nice feature when you want to maintain the integrity and beauty of vintage architecture.
- 11 available hardware finishes include fashionable options such as satin nickel, oil-rubbed bronze, bright brass and polished chrome. An easy way to add a distinctive touch to a room.
- A variety of grille patterns, including: colonial, prairie and farmhouse styles.
- A selection of insect screens, including our optional TruScene® insect screens that are nearly invisible, providing 50% more clarity than our regular insect screens, enhancing your view and letting in more light and air.
For those that may have missed us, catch us at one the upcoming events listed onto the right.
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
Recessionary gifts: utility gift card sales jump
The Associated Press
NEW YORK (AP) — With luxury and electronic goods posting double-digit sales declines over the holiday season, shoppers still rung up warmth and good cheer in a spate of recession-inspired buying.
Utility companies saw a notable uptick in programs that allow gift-givers to pay the gas and electric bills of friends, relatives or families.
Consumers Energy, a gas and electric utility in Michigan, reported an estimated $265,000 in utility gift purchases by year's end, a 6 percent increase from 2007.
Renewal by Andersen® window replacement can save you up to 25% on your energy bills.*
In August 2008, the Energy Information Agency (EIA) predicted a dramatic 36% increase in home heating oil and a 23% increase in natural gas prices. Windows can play a large role in a home’s annual heating budget. In fact, the U.S. Department of Energy estimates that windows can account for as much as 40% of your annual heating and cooling costs.
Our windows are 14% more energy efficient than the stringent ENERGY STAR® criteria in all areas of the country. In addition, our newest glass option, SmartSun™ glass, is our most energy efficient glass ever. SmartSun glass is 70% more efficient in summer and 45% more energy efficient in winter than ordinary dual pane glass.**
NEW YORK (AP) — With luxury and electronic goods posting double-digit sales declines over the holiday season, shoppers still rung up warmth and good cheer in a spate of recession-inspired buying.
Utility companies saw a notable uptick in programs that allow gift-givers to pay the gas and electric bills of friends, relatives or families.
Consumers Energy, a gas and electric utility in Michigan, reported an estimated $265,000 in utility gift purchases by year's end, a 6 percent increase from 2007.
Renewal by Andersen® window replacement can save you up to 25% on your energy bills.*
In August 2008, the Energy Information Agency (EIA) predicted a dramatic 36% increase in home heating oil and a 23% increase in natural gas prices. Windows can play a large role in a home’s annual heating budget. In fact, the U.S. Department of Energy estimates that windows can account for as much as 40% of your annual heating and cooling costs.
Our windows are 14% more energy efficient than the stringent ENERGY STAR® criteria in all areas of the country. In addition, our newest glass option, SmartSun™ glass, is our most energy efficient glass ever. SmartSun glass is 70% more efficient in summer and 45% more energy efficient in winter than ordinary dual pane glass.**
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