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Three Things to Know About Replacing a Window in a Commercial Building

When installed correctly, commercial windows can last 15 to 20 years or longer. If you live in the Omaha, NE area and you need to replace a window in your building because it’s old and no longer functions as it should, or it has sustained damage, you’ll need to enlist the services of a professional […]

How Do Windows Affect Your Home’s Natural Light and Ventilation?

Natural light and proper ventilation have a significant influence on the overall ambiance and health of your home. But how do windows come into play in this context? At Window Innovations, we’ve spent years providing window replacement in Omaha and understand the role windows play in creating a comfortable and safe living environment. Window Placement […]

5 Tips for Choosing the Best Frames for Your Windows

Window replacement is the perfect opportunity to reconsider your frames. Today, we’re seeing a lot of unexpected colors in frames around Omaha, NE. While color and style should be taken into consideration, so should energy efficiency, material, and maintenance. 5 Tips for the Best Frames for Window Replacement in Omaha, NE 1. Material Window frames […]

Does Your Office or Business Need New Windows?

Does you office or business need new windows ?

Knowing when it’s time for your business to get replacement windows in Omaha, NE is an important part of maintaining the overall appearance and energy efficiency of your building. While it’s natural for windows to wear out over time, there are a few key signs that it’s time to consider replacing them. Let’s explore some […]

Can You Get Replacement Windows Custom-Made?

Having ample sunlight in your home can have a big impact on how your living environment looks and feels. If you find that your home isn’t getting enough light despite the fact that you clean your windows regularly, it could be time to replace them. Many homeowners delay getting replacement windows in Omaha because they […]

6 Situations Where You Need a Window Replacement ASAP

There are many different scenarios where you may need to call upon an Omaha window replacement company for help. Here are some of the most common situations where window replacement is necessary to get your property in optimal condition. 6 Situations Where You Need a Window Replacement ASAP 1. Cracked or Damaged Windows Obviously, one […]

Can You Chance the Size of Your Windows During a Window Replacement?

Your windows let in natural light and fresh air and give you a view into the outside world, but old windows can do your home more harm than good. Older, inefficient windows increase your energy bills and negatively affect your home in different ways. One of the best solutions for inefficient windows is window replacement […]

Four Characteristics You’ll Find in Quality Window Installers

New windows will improve the aesthetics, value, and energy efficiency of your home or business. Whether you’re not happy with your current windows or they are just old, outdated, or inefficient, you’re going to need quality window installers in Omaha, NE, who will walk through every step of the installation process and ensure that you […]

How Many Hours Does It Take to Replace a Window?

Gone are the days of simple, square windows. Today, homeowners and business owners have a growing preference for energy efficiency and a focus on natural light. This has led to a change in the way windows are designed and installed. Let’s take a look at the average time frame for window replacement in Omaha, NE. […]

When Can You Replace Windows? Anytime!

When Can You Replace Windows? Anytime! Experts estimate that 70% of a home’s energy loss occurs in windows and doors, and 90% of window heat loss occurs through the glass. Although no one really wants to think about their home’s windows, they are an important barrier to the weather that can drastically affect your energy […]

Window Design Trends for Your Home

Window Design Trends for Your Home   Choosing windows for your home is not always easy, so it’s important to be aware of current window design trends when updating your home. Fall is a great time to get your new window project designed, ordered and installed. Learn some ways to keep your home in-style with […]

Home Window Fashion Trends

Home Window Fashion Trends Every window in your home is another opportunity to be designer, creative, and/or thoughtful to the rest of the room. Windows can create an entirely different look for your home. Give the illusion of having more space. Complete your designer space. Create new light. Get a whole new view on life. […]

Frame Your Windows With a Shot of Unexpected Color! They’ll Thank You For It!

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(Andersen Windows) Have you noticed anything interesting about window frames lately? Chances are, you’re seeing a lot more than the usual white, cream and brown. Colorful frames can offer a pleasing contrast to our walls, creating a refreshing statement both inside and out. Pat Verlodt, a color designer and longtime consultant for Andersen Windows and Doors, […]

Save On Energy Costs! Learn The Right Time For Window Replacement

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Window Replacement in the Fall / Winter Season You may have heard that replacing windows during winter months is a bad idea. This is a common misconception among homeowners, but the truth is, there are some advantages to scheduling your window replacement project during the fall and winter months. Keep reading to find out about some of […]

Government Energy Performance Labeling

Government energy performance labeling is designed to help the consumer. But, we admit – it can be confusing. At Window Innovations a big part of our motto is Hassle-Free. So, we are here to answer your questions further. What makes it ENERGY STAR? ENERGY STAR qualified, windows, doors, and skylights: Are manufactured by an ENERGY STAR partner, […]

Don’t Fear Fall! End of Season Savings Event!

Window Replacement in the Fall / Winter Season You may have heard that replacing windows during winter months is a bad idea. This is a common misconception among homeowners, but the truth is, there are some advantages to scheduling your window replacement project during the fall and winter months. Keep reading to find out about […]

Frame Your Windows With a Shot of Unexpected Color! They’ll Thank You For It!

(Andersen Windows) Have you noticed anything interesting about window frames lately? Chances are, you’re seeing a lot more than the usual white, cream and brown. Colorful frames can offer a pleasing contrast to our walls, creating a refreshing statement both inside and out. Pat Verlodt, a color designer and longtime consultant for Andersen Windows and […]

Home Window Fashion Trends

Every window in your home is another opportunity to be designer, creative, and/or thoughtful to the rest of the room. Windows can create an entirely different look for your home. Give the illusion of having more space. Complete your designer space. Create new light. Get a whole new view on life. Our favorite trend at […]

Window Design Trends for Your Home

Choosing windows for your home is not always easy, so it’s important to be aware of current window design trends when updating your home. Fall is a great time to get your new window project designed, ordered and installed. Learn some ways to keep your home in-style with new windows, accessories and window treatments. Design […]

When Can You Replace Windows? Anytime!

Experts estimate that 70% of a home’s energy loss occurs in windows and doors, and 90% of window heat loss occurs through the glass. Although no one really wants to think about their home’s windows, they are an important barrier to the weather that can drastically affect your energy bills and overall comfort. Don’t put […]

Custom Shaped Windows Make Your Home Special

Replacing some or all the windows in your home is an investment. That’s why it’s important to explore window styles options, energy efficiency potential and design changes before making your final decision. One overlooked way to change your home without a huge remodel is to add custom shape windows. Window Innovations custom-shaped windows can easily […]

Big Windows That Bring the Outside In

(Consumer Reports) Big windows used to be associated with drafty homes and high energy bills. But innovations in today’s window and home construction have made it possible to install walls of windows that let in lots of natural light while keeping out the cold and noise. Many of the windows on display at the International […]

Designed to Exceed: Inspiring New Products From Marvin and Integrity Unveiled at 2018 International Builders’ Show

WARROAD, Minn./PRNewswire/ — With quality, efficiency and thoughtful design in mind, The Marvin Family of Brands will introduce several new products at the 2018 International Builders’ Show to further empower professionals and make all visions a reality. At a time when homeowners demand the most on-trend and advanced building solutions, Marvin Windows and Doors and Integrity […]

Today’s Remodeling: Multi-Generational Home

In the past, some of our customers were telling us their key focus was to “age in place”. And, the reality according to U.S. Census Bureau data projects the over-65 population growing from 47 million in 2015 to 71 million by 2030, and most older people who answered a 2016 Home Advisor survey said they […]

Beautiful Windows Add Design and Value

New windows can make your new build home, or your existing home, stand out with a better design. Add functionality. Become more energy efficient. Receive free design and measuring. And, did we mention savings the month of July?

Take Your Pick of Savings Event | Window Innovations

Thanks, Maria and Josh, for your kind words in the video you see here. Every window project brings a chance to display our team’s experience and help you save money. We’re proud of our easy, no pressure, hassle-free process when you’re shopping for windows. Summer’s here, and with it will come rising electric bills as […]

8 New Builder Trends For Your Replacement Window Project

New builder trends from our showroom to consider for your window replacement project: #8 Energy efficiency: Energy-efficient windows are so ingrained in everything we do now it’s hard to even consider them a trend. In fact, ENERGY STAR® certification has become an expectation and a requirement for many consumers. #7 Expansive glass: The growth in […]

Winners of 10th Annual Marvin Architects Challenge Showcase Preeminent Architectural Design

WARROAD, Minn., June 5, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — The Marvin Family of Brands is announcing the winners of its 10th Marvin Architects Challenge – an annual design competition that recognizes inventive use of the company’s windows and doors in exceptional residential and commercial projects. Renowned architects Jane Frederick, FAIA, ASID; Matt Kreilich, FAIA; and Takashi Yanai, […]

Andersen Corporation Continues Leadership in Energy Efficiency by Earning 2018 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award

BAYPORT, Minn., April 2, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — Andersen Corporation, including its subsidiaries, has been named a 2018 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year – Sustained Excellence Award winner, the highest honor given by ENERGY STAR for continued leadership in protecting the environment through superior energy efficiency achievements. Andersen’s accomplishments will be recognized by the U.S. Environmental […]

Sliding Patio Doors Savings Event Going On Now

Sliding patio doors are great additions to just about any home. They can add a touch of modern aesthetic while creating a comfortable and visually striking living space. By making the right choices and examining all the available options from Andersen, you can expect to have a patio door that will be long lasting and […]

With Andersen Patio Doors It’s Time To Dream Big

The Andersen Patio Doors Difference  Whether you’re renovating your home or building from the ground up, we’ve got what you’re looking for. When you choose Andersen, we not only provide you with high-performing, dependable products, we support them with exceptional service. Along with our partner dealer, Window Innovations, you can be assured a beautiful patio […]

Window Innovations Patio Door Savings Event

5 Tips Great Tips for Selecting the Best Marvin Patio Door Sliding patio doors are great additions to just about any home. They can add a touch of modern aesthetic while creating a comfortable and visually striking living space. By making the right choices and examining all the available options, homeowners can expect to have […]

Love Your Home with Andersen Windows

You love your home. It’s where memories have been built. It may be where you want to stay for a long time. Whether you’re planning a complete renovation, a window replacement project, or it’s simply time to bring up your home’s energy efficiency, you can’t go wrong with beautiful new windows from Andersen Windows. With […]

Love Your Home with Marvin Windows

You love your home. It’s where memories have been built. It may be where you want to stay for a long time. Whether you’re into a total renovations of your home, window replacement is the next project on your list, or it’s simply time to cut energy usage by improving your home’s energy efficiency, you […]

Looking for Marvin Replacement Windows and Doors?

You’ve come to the right place! Window Innovations is an Omaha based dealer for quality Marvin doors and windows. And, yes, we do new homes as well! Stop by the showroom at 11941 Centennial Road to view all the samples.

Where do you find a quality Andersen Window Dealer in Omaha?

Window Innovations is your best choice for Quality Andersen Windows and Doors. We are experts in storm damage. We have years of experience in new home projects. And, we love to replace windows. Need an expert opinion? Call or stop by the showroom at 11941 Centennial Road. We are happy to answer all your questions.

Winter Survival Guide for Your House

Between freezing temperatures, snow, ice, and wind, winter can be hard on your house. Read this article for a few Winter Survival Tips to help you get through those cold months. There is also a link to a great “how-to” video to help you implement some of these survival tips.

Easy Fall Prep for a Warm and Cozy Home

Here are a few projects to get your home ready for the coming cold weather and holiday season—from looking after your exterior to maintaining your heating system—that can help your home brace for the cold and save you some cash.

10 Fall Home Maintenance Musts

Use these ten easy fall maintenance projects to keep your house in peak condition through the winter. Everything from Preparing you desk, reversing ceiling fans and ensuring that your windows and door frames are caulked and sealed to prevent heat from escaping.

There is Something New with This Old House

Kevin, Norm, Roger, Richard and Tommy are back for the 37th season of This Old House, and this year, Marvin Windows and Doors is proud to sponsor the well-loved show. In the kickoff episode this fall, the crew introduced an early English-style Arts and Crafts house built in 1909 and in need of a renovation […]

5 Tips to Cut Your Electricity Bill

Cutting back on your energy usage is one of the best ways to bring down your electricity bill. Making changes to not only your wattage consumption, but also the way your home retains and expels air can have a dramatic effect on the way your space uses electricity. Here are 5 tips on how to […]

How to Choose an Energy-Efficient Door

Most homeowners don’t think of their front door when determining how to save energy in their home. But as with windows, exterior doors lower the insulating value of the surrounding wall. A poorly installed door, or one that does not have sufficient weather stripping, leads to drafts and air leaks that waste energy. If a […]

5 Vital Guidelines for Home Energy Optimization

As we all know energy inefficiency is a huge problem for most homes. Home improvement and performance are never-ending drills. Initiating the process of home energy can be quite overwhelming. Here’s a beginner’s list to get you going on the right track. Rated from 1 to 5 by level of difficulty to repair by: doing […]

The History of Marvin Windows and Doors

The Marvin Timeline 1904 George G. Marvin arrived in Warroad, small northern Minnesota town near the Canadian border. He managed a grain elevator and lumberyard. He spent the next 70 years building a business that became a cornerstone of the Warroad community. 1907-1912 Percy Roberts and George Marvin established Roberts & Marvin Lumber Co. 1908, […]

Marvin Ultimate Multi-Slide Door

The Ultimate Multi-Slide Door isn’t just a panoramic door, it’s a completely new lifestyle. Slide open your door for phenomenal expansive views, fresh air and a tremendous amount of warm, natural light. Features include: • Available in sizes up to 56 feet wide and 12 feet high • Center arrangement available with motionless center pane […]

This Old House Transformation Renovation with Marvin Windows and Doors

In collaboration with architect Frank Shirley, Marvin Windows and Doors restored The Edward Wood House, a cornerstone of local heritage. Steps away from Harvard University and surrounded by a centuries old neighborhood, it exceeds modern day standards while proudly retaining a rich history.

Larger Casement & Awning Windows from Marvin

Contemporary architecture and design calls for large, energy-efficient windows with continuous range of glass. Marvin Windows and Doors added bigger sizes to its Contemporary Casements and Awnings, Ultimate Casements and Awnings, and Ultimate Replacement Casements and Awnings. Source: Marvin

Therma-Tru 2016 Door Do-over Sweepstakes

Homeowners will have the chance to strengthen the curb appeal of their home with a new entryway in the Therma-Tru® Doors 2016 Door Do-Over Sweepstakes. During the month of August, homeowners can enter for an opportunity to win a new Therma-Tru fiberglass entry door system prized up to $5,000. The winner of the Door Do-over […]

Integrity Named Best Fiberglass Window

In the 2016 Brand Use Survey publication by BUILDER Magazine Integrity Windows and Doors was named the best window brand throughout all fiberglass windows. The Survey included multiple brands in four distinctive fiberglass categories, in which Integrity was the top pick in all four. Survey respondents chose Integrity as the top brand for its worth […]

2016 Window & Door Trend Report by Architect Magazine

A 2016 trend report from Architect Magazine showed how professionals in the window and door industry see improvement in energy efficiency and product design. Here’s what you can expect during spring, summer and beyond! Inside out, Outside In The tendency to effortlessly incorporate open interiors with expansive exteriors continues across America. AIA Fellow and residential architect Manny […]

Marvin Windows and Doors Reveals Architects Challenge Clash

The 2016 Marvin Architects Challenge has began another segment of the yearly contest called the Architects Challenge Showdown. In May, there were six architect-designed projects proclaimed as winners in their architectural sector as elected by a panel of professionals. With Marvin giving the general audience a chance to pick the showdown victor. There are four […]

WI Blog – Doing Business the Right Way

This week, I received a call from a company that publishes a local magazine that I was unfamiliar with. They were inquiring as to whether I would be interested in advertising in their publication. I am always looking for new opportunities, so I said that they could come out to our showroom to discuss it. […]

Happy Consequence of Lake Home Remodel

When Dan Feidt, AIA wanted to renovate his home, he considered rebuilding the 1955 house completely. “The house is on a beautiful location, on the southern shore of Lake Minnetonka, about 20 miles west of Minneapolis some remodeling work was done in 1965 but not much since. We actually considered tearing it down and rebuilding,” […]

Integrity Windows and Doors Open for Competition Entries

FARGO, N.D., April 7, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — The 2016 Red Diamond Achiever (RDA) Award Program from Integrity® from Marvin Windows and Doors is now open for entry to builders, remodelers and architects who contributed to projects featuring Integrity windows and doors. The RDA Award Program gives builders, remodelers and architects a way to showcase their […]

Marvin Windows and Doors Now Accepting Entries for Architects Challenge Design Awards 2016

WARROAD, Minn., Feb. 17, 2016/PRNewswire/ – Marvin Windows and Doors is now accepting submissions for its annual Architects Challenge design competition. This year, the company has added new prizes for the winning architects. This is the eighth year Marvin Windows and Doors honors projects representing the best architectural design using Marvin family products. The competition […]

Marvin Family of Brands Will Showcase Best in Contemporary at IBS 2016

The International Builders’ Show (IBS) is an annual event that showcases the construction industry’s array of building products for the most important global manufacturers and suppliers. The event, which will take place in Las Vegas from January 19th to the 21st, will showcase the Marvin Family of Brands. This year Marvin will be bringing its […]

Marvin Windows and Doors Receives 2015 Minnesota Manufacturing Award

WARROAD, Minnesota/PRNewswire/ – Marvin Windows and Doors was the recipient of the 2015 Minnesota Manufacturing Award in the “Best in Class: Large Company” category at the awards presentation in Minneapolis. Marvin was chosen as the winner of this award for their commitment and dedication to excellence in manufacturing. Headquartered in Warroad, Minnesota, Marvin Windows and […]

Professional Builder and Professional Remodeler 2015 “Best of” Lists include Products from the Marvin Family of Brands

WARROAD, Minnesota, September 10, 2015 / PRNewswire / Scranton Gillette Communications, the publisher of numerous building trade publications, recognizes two products from the Marvin Family of Brands in their Top 100 Products of 2015. The products are compiled two “Best of” lists and selected based on readers’ response and nominations from editors of the publications. […]