Home Improvement FAQs

Here are commonly asked questions and the best, short answers. Some of our answers get a little technical, but we want to make as much information available as possible.

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Faerber’s BEE Window products come with the best warranties available, matching, or in most cases, exceeding all competitors.

* Marvin Infinity Ultrex Fiberglass and Restorations by Sunrise FiberCore windows and patio doors come with Lifetime Warranties that include everything from glass breakage to labor and trip charge coverage. The only limitation is intentional abuse. Your initial investment is covered in its entirety with the industry’s best warranty.

* All of the BEE Window products, including the high-end vinyl windows, entry doors, BCI Bath systems, porch enclosures, vinyl and LP Smartside siding come with industry-leading warranties. Your in-home representative will provide you with all of the details.

To ensure our customers are confident in their decision to trust their home to BEE, we offer a price match guarantee. If the customer receives a lower estimate on comparable products and services, BEE will match any competitor’s price in the market.

We believe that for quality, service, selection and price, BEE is the leader in the home improvement industry. We are so confident in this, that, after getting other prices for the project you are considering, we will meet any price provided to you by a company that has comparable products, services, and warranties.

We want to earn your business whether it is one window or an entire house of windows and siding. We have over 60,000 satisfied customers in the over 37 years we have been in business; and we have installed over 600,000 replacement windows and over 500,000 square feet of siding.

Our Customer Care representatives and full time BEE Window® employees will give you the confidence that you are getting the quality and service you deserve and expect.

Under normal circumstances, BEE can have your new windows installed within 6 weeks. Of course, there are many variables involved with any project, including project size, special construction issues, and Mother Nature’s cooperation. Click here to tell us your home improvement needs.

There is not an easy answer to this question, due to the various “bells and whistles” associated with the manufacturing of windows. There are diverse levels of energy efficiency, multiple options and enhancements, from custom staining to exterior grid options and a plethora of choices for hardware and other features. There are many styles of windows, such as casement, double-hung, gliders and more.

Houses are in some ways like people, in that each one is unique with dynamic characteristics. Your in-home project manager will go over all of those potential choices, working with you to develop and plan the best options for your home.

At BEE Window we are confident we can offer affordable, high-quality replacement windows for just about any budget, as well as tailored financing packages.

When installing quality, Energy Star rated windows, the costs of heating and cooling a home can be reduced by anywhere from 25 to 50 percent. There is an instant return on investment.

According to Qualified Remodeling Magazine, the national average of return on investment for replacement windows and doors is 74%. Pretty awesome return! To request more information, click here.

You bet – often times homeowners have multiple projects that keep them from replacing all of their windows at one time. When it comes to installing windows, BEE Window will work with you to make sure your schedule of new windows comes at your direction. We also offer financing to assist in a larger projects. Click here to learn more about the BEE financing options.

Believe it or not, BEE Window has simplified the new window installation process to three easy steps:
Have your appointment with a BEE Window specialist to get your exact project quote.
After you sign your purchase order, BEE will have a professional remeasure each opening, so you know you get a perfect fit. The windows are then ordered.
Have our team of professionals install your new BEE Windows!

Yes, that’s when homeowners will experience the greatest benefits! Fill out our online form so we can help plan your project.

All of the BEE Window products, including windows, patio doors and entry door systems, far exceed the ratings requirements to qualify for Energy Star status. By utilizing energy efficient products, BEE Window customers generally experience heating and cooling savings of anywhere from 25 to even 50 percent.

Low Emissivity coatings (LowE) are applied to the glass and act as a reflector of heat. While many companies apply 1 to 3 coatings of LowE, BEE Window’s Energy Star glass systems use 8 to 12 coatings for maximum energy savings. Additionally, Argon Gas is used to fill the air space between the panes of glass. Bee Window fills 95 percent of the air space with Argon, for maximum thermal resistance. Those extreme applications are two of the biggest contributing factors in the BEE Window products far exceeding Energy Star standards.

Many replacement windows increase energy efficiency on a limited level when compared to the original single pane windows they are replacing. However, by applying just 1-to-3 coats of LowE and limiting the amount of Argon gas between the panes, the added efficiency is minimal, as is the return on your investment. You will probably agree that donning a sweater before venturing into sub-zero temperatures might be helpful, it is woefully inadequate compared to an Indiana winter parka.

BEE Window is unsurpassed in our ability to offer the widest selection of window and trim color options. With our own in-house staining operation, the Marvin Infinity and Restorations lines of windows can be custom-stained to match the needs of any interior colors project.
Our in-home project managers carry samples of standard factory colors, as well as stained samples of the various options available. We can eliminate the guesswork, and customers no longer have to “settle” for a factory finish that doesn’t match the desired home decor.

There are actually two methods to replacing windows. This may not be something you discover in a typical window-buying conversation, and not all replacement window companies offer the choice of insert or full-frame.

Insert Replacement Windows

80% of window replacement consists of removing an old window frame with its sashes and “inserting” a new window in its place. Insert windows are the most common because they are user-friendly and leave the interior and exterior trim undisturbed. You get beautiful, energy-efficient replacement windows in the color and style you want, plus the job is finished and virtually maintenance free from the moment the installers leave your home.

Full-Frame Replacement Windows.

A full-frame window installation includes the exterior trim and window sills, and requires the interior window trim to be replaced as well. Unlike most companies, Bee Window has its own in-house staining department, and offers interior trim painted or stained to match your colors of choice.

When you re-glaze or refinish your current bathtub, it will look better for a few months . . . but after that, it will gradually revert back to its original condition. Refinishing is a band-aid, not a permanent solution. A replacement BCI Acrylic bathtub is a much more cost-effective, long-term solution.

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Bee Window professional installers are able to install your replacement bathtub in a single day in most cases. There is no need to worry about lengthy, drawn-out project times for your remodeled bathroom.

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New bathtub replacement installation from Bee Window is not messy or dusty. Because of the methods we use, you will not have to demolish your current bathroom in order to get a brand new tub. Traditional bathroom remodeling techniques can be messy, time-consuming and expensive, but our BCI Acrylic replacement tubs make all of that unnecessary.

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The BCI Acrylic replacement bathtubs that Bee Window installs do not allow for mold or mildew to grow underneath, because they are non-porous. When installing, we use three different techniques in our ”triple lock seal” system to seal the bathtub and walls to make it impossible for water to seep underneath it.

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The BCI Acrylic bathtubs that we used last a lifetime, and are resistant to water, stains, fading, scratches and chips. The tubs are also simple to clean and non-porous.

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Home Improvement FAQs

What are the warranties offered by Bee Window®?+-

What is your price guarantee?+-

How long does it take to get new windows?+-

How much does each window cost?+-

Does installing new windows, doors, and siding really improve the value of a home?+-

Can I install just 4 or 5 windows at a time?+-

From start to finish, what is the process to getting new windows installed?+-

Can I have new windows installed even in cold weather?+-

Are we going to save money on our heating and cooling bills?+-

What makes the windows energy efficient?+-

Aren’t all windows energy efficient?+-

What colors can I use for windows and trim?+-

What is the difference between an insert replacement window and a full-frame replacement window?+-

Instead of installing a replacement bathtub, should I consider re-glazing or refinishing instead?+-

How long does it take to install a new replacement bathtub?+-

When I get a new bathtub installed, is it a messy installation process?+-

Will I experience any mold growth under a new replacement bathtub installation?+-

How long does a replacement bathtub installation from Bee Window last?+-