Windows to keep out winter

When sunny summer days extend into early October, Northeast Ohio comes alive with fall color, crisp mornings and warm, sunlit afternoons. But soon those crisp mornings become crisp afternoons as we turn on the heater for the first time and the early flurries of November foretell what is to come.

Bitter cold. Arctic blasts.

Hold your hand in front of your old windows and you may feel the icy breath of winter creeping into your home, creating uncomfortable drafts and driving up utility bills.

Now is the time for replacement windows.

Empire Window Company, founded 65 years ago, has been helping Northeast Ohio homeowners stay warm since the Eisenhower administration, selling and installing windows, siding and entry and patio doors, each of which has a profound impact on the comfort of your home.

Over the years, Empire has developed strong vendor relationships and buying power, allowing the company to offer the nation’s top window brands at lower prices than its competitors. And that means no need for an hours-long, high-pressure sales pitch.

“When we present to homeowners, it usually takes just an hour to go through the options and take measurements,” says Mark Polomsky, Director of Operations. “We respect our clients’ time and give them as little or as much as they need. It’s up to each homeowner.”

Empire offers high-quality wood, vinyl and fiberglass windows in a multitude of colors—including todays energy-saving Super Spacer and even triplepane. Keep in mind, just a high-quality product is not enough. Proper installation, Mark says, just as if not more important than even the window.

“The quality of the window doesn’t matter if it leaks or malfunctions because of poor installation,” he explains. “That’s why we focus on both a quality product and quality installation. At Empire, our crews specialize in different products. When you purchase windows from us, you get our elite window and door installation team. When you purchase siding, you’ll get our experienced siding installers. Everyone here is professional. There are no amateurs.”

Company owner Bill Gartner agrees. “One of the saddest things we see in our business is when people pay to replace their windows or siding a second time because of poor installation or a low-end product,” he says. “Most people don’t want to do this once, but you’d be surprised how many people have paid to do it twice.”

Top-quality Siding

When it comes to siding, Empire carries just about anything you can think of including all the top brands, Hardie Board and in virtually any color. Installation includes insulated backing, which is essential given Northeast Ohio’s harsh climate.

“Installation is just as important with siding as it is with windows,” Mark says. “Siding is more than aesthetics. It’s there to protect your home from the elements—wind, rain, snow, hail, sleet and even solar radiation. Anyone can install it, but it’s an art to do it correctly.”

“There are common mistakes our crews avoid thanks to ongoing training that keeps them up to date on the latest techniques and industry standards.”

Patio and Entry Doors, Too

One of Empire’s most popular brands of doors is ProVia, which is headquartered right down in Sugarcreek, Ohio. “These are some of the highest-quality entry doors, French doors and sliding patio doors,” Mark explains. “We offer a variety of materials and hundreds of options and glass styles. Or give us a paint swatch and we’ll match it.”

Gutter Systems

Empire also installs gutters and gutter guards. “Homeowners who replace their siding typically want the gutters replaced, too,” Bill says. “That’s why at this time we are offering free gutters with the purchase of your whole-house siding project.” 

Empire Window Company serves all of Northeast Ohio from its headquarters in Solon. For more information or to schedule a consultation, call 216-925-0170 or visit EmpireWindowCompany.com.