I had an excellent experience with Zen Windows, from the initial quote to the installation process,…read moreeverything was highly professional and customer-centered. They did not waste my time with pointless/endless presentations like the other windows replacement companies. Jeff, the owner, and Tim, the installer, are both extremely knowledgeable, approachable, and friendly. I will definitely use them again.

Cleveland, Ohio. My VPN must be saying I'm from CA. This…read morecompany is straight forward honest with integrity. They told me the price with no hidden fees. They were very professional which has been a long time since I have seen men who do good business. The installer name Tim, was very polite and his assistant also was polite. They did not disrupt nor offend the neighbors by crossing any boundary lines and they worked fast. They did not make too much noise. Nothing out of the ordinary of what to be expected. They installed within the time frame they promised and payment was easy to process and straight forward. They look you in the eye which is a good sign of confidence in what they do and nothing to hide. I'm very pleased with the windows and they are excellent quality! This is truly a good company to do business with. I highly recommend! 5 star! A+

I read some of the reviews for siding and windows and must say my experience with Empire has been…read morenothing but positive-from the initial sales meeting to final install. I was asked if there would be a significant other attending sales pitch meeting and I politely indicated I'm a single mom and will make the final decision myself. Yet, I understood the reason behind the inquiry and had no problems with it. The sales guy was straight to the point didn't really try to sell me the product just provided information regarding the product and answered questions I had accordingly. Which I was grateful for! He let me know that there would be about an 8-week fabrication Lead time which I was fine with. The windows did end up ready for installation within that time frame. Empire graciously set the installation date according to my schedule. And I can't rave enough about the three person team who came out and completed the install. Dave and his crew were on time, addressed my concern about placing down floor protection- which they had already anticipated. They were knowledgeable with the product and how to install the windows and the back patio door. Hard consistent workers, there was no downtime during the install. the framework after the bay window was removed was done very professionally and looks amazing. They answered my questions professionally and didn't make me feel stupid for asking very simple questions at times. I cant say enough about this crew, I hope they see this review and see how appreciative this single mom is. They cut no corners and provided exceptional install service that gives this mom a peace of mind! Plus they graciously accepted to take a photo in front of my new front windows!! Thanks Empire for the new windows and patio door!

Had windows replaced in 2020. Would never buy again from them. One window is fogged up and was told…read moreI had to pick the window up which would be a 50 minute drive. Numerous window coil springs/balances break everytime I try to tilt them out to clean the windows. The part that breaks is cheaply made. And You have to silicone the frames so they open smoothly.

Excellent professional replacement window company. Great experience with no pressure sales in the…read morebeginning to the actual installation! The install team worked hard and efficiently and cleaned up afterward! The installers are not subleased employees and company employees. Our installers Lou, Mike, Benny and Donovan are top notch installers! We love our new windows! We especially love the window security factor that the windows have on them to prevent theft. We will be using this company in a few weeks for our front door and sliding glass door! **Update to this last post** 8/21 we had our front door and sliding glass door replaced and the team that was sent out Calvin, Zack, Drew and Will also did a great job! Very professional and found some water damage to the floor near the old sliding door. They replaced the floor at no extra charge! love our new front door and sliding glass door! I highly recommend window universe!

Today (Thursday 8-15-24) around 3pm they came to my home in Rocky River, Ohio. Window Universe went…read moreABOVE and BEYOND. They fixed both a door and a window. Window Universe will be my first choice for windows. It turns out that they did not install the window that was broke, but they fixed it anyway.

They did quality work and were very reasonable. I would highly recommend…read more Our job was a very large slider that needed the glass replaced. They did an excellent job.

From the owner: All types of glass replaced ( no auto ), insulated glass, patio doors, replacement windows,…read morefurniture tops, mirrors. Plate glass, storefront repair & replacement, aluminum & steel doors & related hardware. Safety glass, plexiglass & bullet resistant glass

Great company with really caring employees. I have enjoyed my interactions with everyone I have…read moreencountered.

HORRIBLE! PICK ANOTHER COMPANY In 2021, Universal Windows…read moreDirect installed 32 windows in my home. We selected the company because we were told multiple crews would be assigned to complete the project quickly. After signing the contract and paying the deposit, we were informed only one crew would be assigned and the installation would take longer than promised. The installation experienced numerous issues, including an incorrect window being installed, missing materials, extended delays, and concerns regarding insulation. Shortly after installation, we noticed significant drafts, increased insect intrusion, and substantially higher heating and cooling costs. A service technician later inspected the installation and immediately identified that the windows had not been properly shimmed, there were gaps around the installations, and no insulation had been installed. Universal Windows Direct sent another crew to address the issue by drilling holes into the window frames and injecting insulation rather than removing and reinstalling the windows. Caulking was also redone. Following extensive discussions regarding the installation deficiencies and increased utility costs, the company provided a $5,000 credit. While these repairs improved some issues, they did not resolve the underlying problems. Over the following years, we continued to experience drafts, elevated heating and cooling costs, and poor window performance. During the winter of 2025-2026, temperature measurements near several windows showed differences exceeding 25 degrees from the home's thermostat setting. In one instance, with the thermostat set at 68 degrees, the temperature near a window measured approximately 42 degrees. A subsequent inspection by another technician identified insufficient insulation around the windows and air leakage associated with prior repair methods. Additional temporary repairs were proposed, but I declined because previous temporary solutions had failed to correct the installation deficiencies. After escalating the matter, I was informed that management had approved a comprehensive correction involving removal and reinstallation of the affected windows. However, when the scheduled crew arrived, they stated they had no documentation regarding the work, no materials had been ordered, and no repairs could be completed. They instead documented the issues and left. Since January 2026, I have repeatedly contacted Universal Windows Direct seeking implementation of the approved corrective work. Multiple appointments have been scheduled, inspections have been performed, measurements have been taken repeatedly, and management has acknowledged communication failures and delays. Despite these efforts, no corrective installation work has been completed. In addition to ongoing energy loss and comfort issues, we also experienced a ceiling leak that was attributed to an improperly sloped window installation. Nearly five years after the original installation, the windows remain improperly installed, utility costs continue to be impacted, and the company has not completed the corrective work it previously approved. I have participated in more than nine service visits and worked with multiple technicians and installation crews in an effort to obtain a proper resolution.

As a homeowner, I realize that taking care of my home and updating it and maintaining it can be…read moreexpensive. I also understand that I am going to have to talk to vendors that are trying to make money off me and I am going to have to listen to their spiel and haggle with them. And then deal with several other people along the way before the job actually gets completed. After my experience with Window Nation, I don't think I can honestly recommend that anyone else purchase windows from them unless they are prepared to deal with all the hassle up until you get the actual windows. Knock on the door from an ill prepared salesman who said they were in the area that day. Had to haggle about the price and were offered coupon after coupon (price without any of the coupons was astronomical). We were offered a cruise we had to pay for (not a free cruise, only a voucher for a company that offers cruises to people who make large home improvement purchases). Huge lack of communication from the company until the actual day of the install (we had to call them several times about the cruise voucher, about a receipt, about scheduling; things were really only taken care of once the owner of the company got involved and handled things). We were given no direction to move furniture or window treatments prior to installation. Day of install was great, aside from my husband having to move all the furniture out of the way and take all the window treatments down because the installers are not allowed to do any of that, and aren't even allowed to help. Installers were professional and efficient, covered all our stuff with plastic, and didn't leave a mess behind when they left. Seriously, other than the furniture being out of place and the new windows, I would have never known they were there when I got home. So if you choose to go with this company, beware of the process prior to actually getting the windows. The installers are great, the windows are great, but the company itself and the way they handle things can give you a big headache.

We sat and listened to their sales pitch for 1.5 hours while they told us why they so professional…read moreand would do a perfect job. The two salesmen that gave us the bid looked at the window. Three people came out to do measurements. None of these people told us there would be any problems installing the window. This was for one window that was going to be installed in one day. It took two months and I had to finish the work myself. Apparently ours was the first house that they had ever done a window replacement for that had vinyl siding. They took five weeks to finish the outside of the house because they needed to order replacement parts that were damaged during removal. They needed eight weeks to get replacement woodwork for the inside because (you guessed it) they damaged it during removal. If I hadn't had to consistently call to find out the status of the job, we'd probably still be waiting to get it finished. COMPLETE AMATEUR HOUR. Do your self a favor and find someone that can do the job right.

I had what I felt was a roofing problem and Mark responded very promptly. He determined that it was…read morenot a roofing problem but more likely linked to the HVAC. A very personable man and if/when I need roof work this is definitely the company I will go with. Outstanding service.

Majorly switched around my schedule to be able to have August come give me a quote for a project…read more He came to the property, took measurements, wrote stuff down, was enthusiastic about the project then just ghosted. I emailed and called to follow up, as I was looking forward to working with them and no response, even after customer service promised a call back.

Despite having a negative experience with Lyndhurst Lumber last year, my wife and I ended up having…read moreto go back to them anyway because we just couldn't find their same selection of products anywhere else. The second time was a much better experience. Dani was knowledgeable and helped us pick out some handrails and a storm door for our front porch. Rob from Lyndhurst Lumber contacted us about our prior experience; he apologized and did what he could to expedite our current order, which was nice of him. They have made customers out of us!

For the past twenty years we have relied on Lyndhurst lumber to enhance both inside and out . Every…read moreproject we have asked them for help has always been completed to our satisfaction . We give our full support in recommending them to our family and friends . Craig M

After receiving no response to our text and email follow-ups since Thursday, we called their…read morecustomer service line this morning to request a status update and emphasize the urgency. Shortly after, the technician (Jeff) called me back extremely upset, claiming we were "bugging" them, and stated that the owner instructed him to cancel our job and process a full refund. I explained that this was our first phone call today to management and we were simply looking for a timeline since we hadn't heard back all weekend. But he refused to listen, claimed he told us to wait until Monday (which is not in our call recordings or my notes), and canceled the service. Very unprofessional conduct. We suspect this company is discriminatory due to us not sounding like we are from the area and being based out of state. We also paid for our job, but have yet to receive a full refund.

After a bad storm in August of 2024, Daniel was going through our neighborhood knocking on doors…read more He asked if he can look for damage to our roof and I said sure why not. I went on the roof with him and he noticed damage in some areas. My insurance company sent out one of their inspectors and he noted the damage. As always my insurance company nickel and dimed the situation to do the bare minimum of repairs. The Restoration Guys know what they are doing, they got me a full roof replacement . It took some time and some fighting with my insurance company, but they guided me through the process and in the end the whole roof was replaced for just the cost of my $1,000 deductible. It looks great! And I highly recommend them Just be patient through the process.

I appreciate your response but you fail to mention that 3rd Generation "caused" the damage and is…read morenot owning up to that fact. To add further insult, you offer to make repairs only if I agree to pay for the damages 3rd Generation caused. Bond was denied but that doesn't negate the warranty for poor workmanship and trying to pass the cost on to me the customer to get it fixed. The fact remains to this day, there is a failed inspection due to the negligence and the permit remains open for which 3rd Generation has been cited by the city of University Hts.

3rd Generation Home Improvement, good old-fashioned craftsmanship at a fair and honest price…read more From the office to the field, you guys were fabulous. Mike, Rick, Josh, Derek, and all those involved in inspecting preparing the scope of work, quoting the job and ensuring that everything was easy and went smoothly and as planned are truly remarkable people who looked out for our best interest. You guys were there every step of the way and walked us confidently through each stage of the process. Your professionalism was unsurpassed. The crew showed up when they said they would and worked steadily until the job was completed. Their speed and thoroughness of the tear-off and reinstallation was beyond our expectation, and they even cleaned up after themselves. Thank you so much 3rd Generation for our beautiful new roof. We would highly recommend you to anyone and everyone who is interested in quality work being done in a timely and skilled manner, at a fair price. Sincerely Scott & Melissa Young