So you're going to hire an architect to design your dream home — or perhaps simply to craft your dream kitchen.
Intimidated by the prospect? That's understandable. "For most people, this is the single most expensive decision they'll ever make," Gerald Morosco, a Pittsburgh architect and author of "How to Work With an Architect," says of hiring an architect and building a home. "As with any relationship, the most essential piece is the communication piece. With the absence of clear and honest communication, you get misunderstandings."

Associated Building Supply ownership and management is dedicated to customer, employee, and vendor FAIRNESS. Our "Fairness Doctrine" is the foundation behind our 17 years of successful business in California. We strive, through our synergistic partnership of experienced sales professionals, management, and suppliers, to provide value and quality while translating our customer’s needs, wants, and desires into reality.

Whether they wanted it or not, the economic downturn has given many window and door dealers extra time to slow down, regroup and re-tool their business models. For some companies, it’s a means to survival, and for some it might be too little too late. Associated Building Supply, however, likes to run ahead of the crowd.

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JELD-WEN wants to help ensure your projects live up to your architectural vision, so we've collected the knowledge and ideas you need in this toolbox. Simply use the links here to quickly access details about our reliable windows and doors, or read industry-related articles.

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JELD-WEN's goal is to be the industry leader in environmentally responsible practices and products and to conduct our business in a manner that is environmentally sustainable, demonstrates environmental stewardship and provides our customers with environmentally beneficial products.

JELD-WEN's goal is to be the industry leader in environmentally responsible practices and products and to conduct our business in a manner that is environmentally sustainable, demonstrates environmental stewardship and provides our customers with environmentally beneficial products.

If it seems like green building is just about everywhere, you’re right. Originally focused on commercial buildings, the trend is increasingly expanding into residential projects, as members of the design community, builders, and homeowners all seek the latest in sustainable construction education.

Our total commitment to you pre and post sale is our forte. As a proactive step to guarantee customer satisfaction we offer a "SmartCare" product installation inspection and homeowner instructional product operation service. This ensures the Builder and Homeowner that the product is installed and operating correctly. This includes a complete warranty package to include warranty contact directory, copy of warranty(s), and service hotline numbers. Your complete satisfaction is our mission.

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If you live near the coast or in an area prone to hurricanes, your home is subject to harsh and potentially dangerous conditions. That’s why your window and door choices are crucial to your home’s survival.

How do our windows and doors perform thermally, structurally and acoustically? Find out by using the links below, which give detailed ratings for many of our product collections.

It's vital to correctly install and finish our products, so we've provided instructions to help you.

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JELD-WEN has some of the most comprehensive warranties in the industry. You can access current warranties here, as well as our historical archive with warranties for products manufactured as far back as twenty years ago.

Wood is proving to be a classic, enduring and eye-catching feature that has struck a chord with people who want to stand out from the crowd and live in a house that feels one-of-a-kind. Homeowners are looking beyond the traditional woods, such as pine, oak and fir, to incorporate a wide variety of wood options into homes. In addition, luxury homebuilders are using less familiar wood species to attract buyers and differentiate their products in a crowded field. Another design trend is using an assortment of complementary wood species to create a unique sense of style, warmth and sometimes a contrasting appearance. For example, mahogany and maple go great together because their grain patterns match well. Alder and cherry make another attractive combination.

These stylish windows lend a sense of elegance to any home, and they deliver the most unobstructed viewing areas, structural integrity and ventilation of any operating window.