Blog

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Dec

Why choose NEXT Door & Window?

Quality, reputation, service {after the sale} & competitive pricing. We strive for excellence in all aspects of the project. From showroom experience, initial quote, installation and after the sale service…we want complete customer satisfaction.

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Dec

How do I check up on NEXT Door & Window?

Try the Better Business Bureau for starters. We have won the “Complaint Free” award for 10 straight years. Almost 1,500 installations a year and NO COMPLAINTS. Also, we have excellent marks & reviews on Angie’s List. Ask the consultant for copies of these.

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Dec

How long has NEXT Door & Window been around?

We are a family owned company since 1947. The same family still owns and runs the day-to-day operations. Our sales consultants average over 14 years of experience each. Our installers have even more years of experience.

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Dec

Do you offer payment options?

We offer check, cash and most major credit cards for your convenience. Financing is also an option through NEXT Door & Window.

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Dec

What is Energy Star?

Energy Star is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Dept. of Energy helping us all save money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices.

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Dec

What is R-Value?

This measures resistance to heat loss. Many people are familiar with R value because of its use in home insulation, but actually, for windows and doors, U factor and solar heat gain coefficient are more important measures.

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Dec

What is Solar Heat Gain?

This measures how well a product blocks heat from the sun. The lower the number the better.

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Dec

What is U-value?

This measures the rate of heat loss and how well a product insulates. The lower the number, the better a product is at keeping heat inside a building. The U factor is key in winter months, and important to consider in choosing a window.

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Dec

What is Argon gas?

Argon is an odorless, colorless, non-toxic, inert gas that can be used instead of air between panes of glass to increase insulation and energy efficiency.

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Dec

What Does Low E mean?

Low E is a metallic coating on the inside glass surface of windows to reflect or absorb the sun’s warmth and reduce damaging UV rays. It offers an enhanced U factor and solar heat gain coefficient.