As summer temperatures climb across Michigan, one home improvement company says the signs that your windows are failing are impossible to miss.
“If they’re feeling the heat blaring through the glass, that’s a problem,” said Larry Shy, General Manager of WeatherGard, a Farmington-based window, roofing, and home improvement company. Shy says homeowners should also watch for air conditioning units running more frequently than usual and rising energy bills - all signals that aging windows may be undermining efficiency.
WeatherGard distinguishes itself from competitors on the strength of its product. While most window companies offer wood, fiberglass, or standard vinyl frames, Shy says none of them measure up.
“We stand alone. We have the only commercial-rated frame in the state of Michigan. Nobody else has it,” he said. The company’s frames, he explained, are engineered to meet commercial building codes - capable of being installed up to 20 stories high by law, compared to three stories for competitors.
“We’re a family business based in Farmington, Michigan - serving all of Michigan and the west side of the state as well. And we are the only ones with a true lifetime guarantee,” Shy said.
Beyond windows, WeatherGard operates as a full-service construction company, offering roofing, gutters, insulation, and custom entry doors. The company also sends design consultants directly to homeowners’ residences to help visualize changes before any commitments are made.
The company’s reach extends into the community as well. Through its WeatherGard Cares initiative, launched in 2022, the company has directed charitable dollars toward organizations including the Michigan Kidney Foundation, the Michigan Humane Society, Blue Star Service Dogs, and Habitat for Humanity.
“We’re donating $75,000 this year to one of a handful of local Michigan-based charities to give back,” Shy said. “Almost a quarter of a million dollars so far in the last few years that we’ve been able to give back.”
For homeowners considering home improvement projects, Shy’s advice is straightforward: do your homework, then make the call.
“They’re not doing themselves any justice if they don’t get in front of WeatherGard,” he said.
WeatherGard offers free in-home estimates. Homeowners can reach the company at 800-55-WEATHER or at weathergard.com.