In 2008, Schuco windows stopped selling their vinyl windows in the United States. However, they still sold aluminum windows on the commercial side to builders, developers etc. In 2018, Schuco returned to the American residential market and has been selling their windows and doors ever since. This leaves the company with a bit of a troubled past. Additionally, for more information on the company, read all of our Schuco windows reviews.
Company Rating: 7.5 out of 10
Overall Price Point: 8.0 out of 10
Bottom Line: A good option now that they are back in the residential market, but I would like to see how they fare before I give a whole hearted endorsement.
(Always collect 3 to 4 additional bids)
Bill — Site Editor
History of Schuco Windows
Schuco began selling windows in America around 1998 when they bought a company called Homecraft. They sold through some retail locations (more typical in Europe but not the U.S) and, after a handful of years, decided this was not a good business move. The reason was that some homeowners had performance issues with the product; the result in many cases of improper installation.
The company then adopted the American model of selling through dealer distribution channels or window companies. The Schuco experience illustrates what seems to be the case of a well made, high end product that when improperly installed created problems for homeowners. The lesson to be learned is to make sure your replacement windows are installed by competent contractors or authorized installers.
Cost Of Schuco Windows
Schuco prices ranged from $850 to $1800 fully installed for their vinyl and aluminum windows. Currently there is no information on what their replacement window prices. Overall, the company’s price point will be 7 to 8 out of 10 when compared with other vinyl window companies.
Pull Out Of Residential Market
There was definitely some backlash against Schuco by customers and dealers when they decided to stop selling residential windows. Mainly because Schuco continued to sell the windows without telling either the dealers or customers that they intended to cease residential sales. Further, company alternatives include Okna, Sunrise, Great Lakes, Milgard and Soft-Lite.
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