Window Buying Guide
Finding energy-efficient windows has become easier, as insulating features such as heat-reflecting low-E coatings and argon
gas between panes have become more standard. You'll also find new options and extras, including fiberglass window frames.
Use this buying guide to make your selection.
- Getting started
- Types
- Features
- Brands
Brands
Andersen, Marvin, and Pella are the major manufacturers in the window industry. Andersen and Marvin sell some models only to authorized installers. Use these profiles to compare windows by brands.
Pella
One of the leading manufacturer and marketers, Pella windows are available in multiple replacement and new construction lines in popular double-hung and casement styles. Pella window lines include wood, clad, vinyl, and aluminum construction and low-E and argon-filled glass for high efficiency. Pella markets a line of stock sizes and has extensive special-order and custom options. Pella windows are widely available through Pella Company owned stores, dealers, independent home centers, and Lowes. Pella markets a line of windows under the ThermaStar by Pella name at Lowes.
Andersen
Anderson is one of the leading manufacturer and marketers of windows. Andersen windows are available in multiple replacement and new-construction lines in popular double-hung and casement styles. Anderson window lines include wood, clad, vinyl, and composite construction and low-E and argon-filled glass for high efficiency. Anderson markets a line of stock sizes and has extensive special-order and custom options. Andersen windows are widely available through independent home centers, dealers, and Home Depot. Anderson markets a line of vinyl windows under the American Craftsman brand at The Home Depot and a composite line under the Renewal by Anderson name through certified installers.
Marvin
One of the leading manufacturer and marketers, Marvin windows are available in multiple replacement and new-construction lines in popular double-hung and casement styles. Marvin window lines include wood, clad, and composite construction and low-E and argon-filled glass for high efficiency. Marvin markets a line of stock sizes and has extensive special-order and custom options. Marvin windows are sold through independent home centers and dealers and are premium priced.
Jeld-Wen
Jeld-Wen is one of the leading manufacturer and marketers of windows. Jeld-Wen markets windows under the Jeld-Wen, Pozzi, Caradco, and Wenco brand names that are available in multiple replacement and new-construction lines in popular double-hung and casement styles. Jeld-Wen window lines include wood, clad, vinyl, and aluminum construction and low-E and argon-filled glass for high efficiency. Jeld-Wen made windows are primarily sold through independent home centers and dealers.
Peachtree
A leading manufacturer and marketer of windows, Peachtree markets windows under the Peachtree, Crestline, and Weathershield brand names that are available in multiple replacement and new-construction lines in popular double-hung and casement styles. Peachtree made window lines include wood, clad, vinyl, and composite construction and low-E and argon-filled glass for high efficiency. Peachtree windows are primarily sold through independent home centers and dealers and are premium priced.
Survivor
Survivor is a manufacturer and marketer of vinyl windows. Survivor vinyl windows are available in multiple replacement and new-construction lines in popular double-hung and casement styles and feature Low-E and argon-filled glass for high efficiency. Survivor windows are sold through Lowes and distributors and are low priced.
Certainteed
Certainteed is one of the leading manufacturers and marketers of vinyl and composite windows. Its windows are available in multiple replacement and new-construction lines in popular double-hung and casement styles and feature Low-E and argon-filled glass for high efficiency. Certainteed windows are primarily sold through distributors and dealers and are mid-priced.
Alside
Alside is a manufacturer and marketer of vinyl windows that are available in multiple replacement and new-construction lines in popular double-hung and casement styles and feature Low-E and argon-filled glass for high efficiency. Alside windows are primarily sold through distributors and are mid-priced.
