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New Construction Project – North Vancouver

Project Name:  North Vancouver –  New Construction – ULTRA Series Vinyl Window Project
Location: North Vancouver, BC
Scope of work: New construction vinyl home window project – custom shaped windows.

 

 



White Rock – Triple Glazed

Project Name:  White Rock Window Project
Location: White Rock , BC
Scope of work: New construction home window project.

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A1 Windows Wins Consumer’s Choice Award Again

We’re very pleased to announce that once again A1 Windows has won the Consumer Choice Award Vancouver in the Windows and Doors category for 2017

What are the Consumer Choice Awards?

Consumer Choice Award is the only organization in Canada to determine the top-ranked service providers in various categories by conducting an independent market research survey that is statistically accurate.

Each year, consumers are surveyed all across Canada to gather their opinions, perceptions and expectations regarding the services they choose on a daily basis. Leger Marketing, the leading Canadian-owned market research firm, is mandated to conduct the consumer and business surveys.

Read the complete Awards Winners press release here:

2017 Vancouver Consumer Choice Award Winners

 

 




Factory-Direct Residential Window Replacement: Engineering Comfort in BC

Don’t Just Replace Your Windows. Upgrade Your Peace of Mind.

Renovating is stressful. We know that replacing windows represents a significant investment in your home’s value and your family’s comfort. You shouldn’t have to juggle a manufacturer, a separate dealer, and a sub-contracted installation crew just to get a draft-free home.

At A1 Windows, we are the single point of accountability.

For over 23 years, we have served the Lower Mainland and Sea-to-Sky Corridor with a simple promise: We design it, we build it, and we install it. Whether for a single-family home in Burnaby or a high-rise in Vancouver, our “Factory Direct” model ensures that the people who build your windows are the same people guaranteeing their performance.

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Look Inside the Frame: Why Design Matters

Not all vinyl windows are created equal. In British Columbia’s climate, your windows must withstand significant wind loads, heavy rain, and the weight of modern energy-efficient window replacement glass.

Modern BC energy codes often require heavy triple-glazing to stop heat loss. This increases glass weight by up to 50%, meaning your old-style vinyl frames simply aren’t strong enough to hold them without warping.

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The “Bridge Principle” of Strength

We don’t rely on the vinyl alone. We rely on physics. Just as a suspension bridge uses cross-bracing for stability, our window profiles utilize an internal web of separate chambers.

  • Key Engineering Fact: More chambers equate to a stronger frame. This structural rigidity prevents warping, twisting, or seal failure over time.
  • Thermal Performance: These chambers also create insulating air pockets, acting as a barrier against heat loss in winter and heat gain in summer.

Don’t settle for hollow promises. Ask to see the cross-section. We are happy to compare our engineering against any competitor.


The A1 Difference: Why Factory Direct?

Many companies attempt to be all things to all people, outsourcing production or installation to third parties.

Why pay a middleman to markup a window they didn’t design, didn’t build, and won’t be there to fix?

At A1 Windows, our choice of market is specific: We specialize in home window replacement and multi-family projects. We manage your project from start to finish—beginning with engineering and winding up with professional installation by our own uniformed A1 crews.


A Technical Assessment, Not a Sales Pitch

Should you decide that A1 Windows is your choice among competing manufacturers, the next phase is a site visit. We respect your time and your intelligence. Our consultants are not just salespeople; they are technical experts conversant in the BC Housing Best Practices Guide.


Data Over Opinion

When we visit your home, we bring more than brochures. Using portable measurement technology, we clearly demonstrate exactly how your current windows are failing and quantify the improvement you can expect.

What We Measure During Your Visit:

  • Sound Abatement: How much street noise is actually getting in.
  • Thermal Variance: The exact temperature difference near the glass versus the room.
  • UV Infiltration: Identifying the root cause of your fabric and flooring fading.

Why You Should Trust Us: Safety & Certification

We don’t just protect your home; we protect our people and your liability.

A1 Windows is proud to pursue COR Certification and maintains excellent standing with WorkSafeBC. When our crews arrive, they follow strict safety protocols, ensuring the only impact on your home is a beautiful new view. We encourage you to verify our standing—transparency is part of our Brand DNA.


Fair Value, No Compromise

At A1 Windows, we believe that if you pay a dollar for a product or service, you should expect at least a dollar’s worth in return. We don’t compete on shortcuts; we compete on doing it right.
Ready to secure your home? Choose the window company that values engineering over sales, and safety over shortcuts.


Visit A1 Windows at the Vancouver Home Show

Vancouver Home and Design Show = Less EnergyA1 Windows will be at the Vancouver Home and Design show this weekend. Visit our booth #712 to find out about our range of custom Vinyl and Alumnum window and door designs, proudly manufactured locally in Burnaby, BC.

The Vancouver Home + Design Show is the ultimate authority on all things design, entertaining and home improvement. More than 325 exhibitors and a slew of sensational new features, there’s expert insight, innovation and inspiration for living well at every turn.

Vancouver Home and Design Show = Less Energy


PNE Prize Winner

Thanks to everyone who visited A1 Windows at the PNE this summer. We had lots of people stop by our pavilion to check out our vinyl and aluminum window displays, and to enter our patio door giveaway. Thank you for visiting us.

Here’s the moment you’ve been waiting for. The winner of A1’s R370 Sliding Patio Door is Bill DeVries from Delta B.C. Congratulations Bill and thanks to everyone who took part.


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Windows Can Be More Than The “Eyes of Your Home”, – A Lot More

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New windows can enhance both the interior and exterior aesthetic look of your home, virtually eliminate interior condensation, (and the subsequent prospect of mold), and increase the equity in your home.

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There are some additional comfort benefits available to you though the newest of glass, frame and hardware technologies. These are typically discussed using terms such as STC Ratings,(Sound Transmission Class) SHGC (Solar Heat Gain Coefficient) SC (Shading Coefficient) U-Values (measurements of Heat retention in both Metric (W/K m2) and Imperial (BTU/hr-ft2-Deg.F).

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To bring these more technical terms down to things which our customers can actually hear, see, touch and feel, we have equipped all of our Sales Consultants with the latest in demonstration devices. These devices have been designed to clearly SHOW you how your old existing single/double glazed windows compare with todays’ “customized living” windows.

  • Hear how intrusive sound can be better managed in those rooms where you need it.
  • See and feel how new glass types and frames can better control heat loss and how A1 was able to qualify it’s windows for Energy Star’s “Most Efficient Category”
  • See and feel how we can cool down your home in the Summer months, especially in those rooms with South and West exposures.
  • See how we are able to significantly reduce Ultra Violet light from entering your home, which helps protect your fabrics and flooring from fading.
  • See how we can add a measure of security to your home in areas where you might feel vulnerable.

“The Closer You Look, The Better We Look”

Give our A1 Windows Sales Consultant a call at 604 777 8000 for a demonstrably “closer look.”

 

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When to use a wider flange

When to use a wider flange

BEFORE & AFTER
BEFORE & AFTER

Area: Vancouver

Window Type: Ultra Series with 2 1/4″ renovation wider flange

Building Exterior: Chocolate brown stucco

When to use a wider flange: We went with our 2 ¼” Brickmould flange in our Ultra Series to match the already existing white trim around the exterior of the building. The unique details on our brickmould flange helps even out the solid look of the stucco. The final result, is an atheistically pleasing and eye catching home.

Remember to come visit our showroom at 8038 Glenwood Drive; centrally located off Marine in South Burnaby.



Another dramatic transformation …

 

BEFORE
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AFTER
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Sometimes our before and after pictures aren’t all that visually dramatic (other than the sunny day).  For some home owners its all about preserving the heritage look while increasing the performance, comfort and operation of their windows.

 

Contained within the sealed doubled glazed unit, the 1/4 x 3/8 Dusty Grey / Pewter muntin bars mimic the look of the previous leaded glass. Cardinal Glass LowE 180 with Argon sealed units with the latest Endur spacer technology provides Energy Star level performance and durability. The new vinyl frames replace the old wooden sashes and roto-crank hardware replaces the old cam handles; providing a neat clean finish on the interior.

Oh,  and did we mention that we didn’t install these windows?

While most homeowners find it more convenient to use our professional  installation services we are also happy to help the confident DIY’er. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff will work you to achieve your vision. Come visit our showroom at 8038 Glenwood Drive; centrally located off Marine in South Burnaby.


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Lonsdale, North Vancouver, BC

Project Name:  Lonsdale
Location: North Vancouver, BC,
Scope of work: Complete window & patio door replacement, commercial storefront replacement
Product: Ultra Series with renovation brickmould flange