Andersen Windows & Doors is well known to many Americans for their high end or premium wood windows. The company is based out of Minnesota and have been manufacturing windows and doors for over 100 years. Andersen enjoys a very good reputation for quality and craftsmanship. Browse below to check out our Andersen windows reviews.
Company Rating: 8.5 out of 10
Overall Price Point: 9.0 out of 10
Bottom Line: Anderson is a very well known company that makes quality window series. They are not cheap though so expect to pay a pretty penny for these high quality wood-clad windows.
(Always collect 3 to 4 additional bids)
Bill — Site Editor
Andersen Windows Reviews And Prices
The company only manufactures two window materials: wood-clad and fibrex. Their 200, 400, and A series are wood-clad, while their 100 series is their fibrex series (same material used by Renewal By Andersen windows.) At one time, Andersen owned vinyl window brands, but they have since gotten out of the vinyl space. Today, they concentrate on the higher end markets of wood and composite windows. Probably a good long term call.
100 Series Complaint
Bill, thanks so much for your unbiased take on these quotes. I was a little surprised at the Andersen 100 series coming in third considering it is composite Fibrex which is touted to be stronger and longer lasting than vinyl. So, can you share more about why? By the way, I’ve heard from one general contractor that he no longer recommends Andersen windows due to poor QC over past few years. He says he actually asks buyers to sign an acknowledgement if they insist on Andersen that the windows will not be perfect like in the past. Thanks again.
Doug – Homeowner – from 2024
[Site Editor’s Answer]
Doug, I do know that Andersen says the fibrex is 12x stronger than vinyl (or whatever the multiplier they use) – but I think the stat means very little. Windows aren’t load bearing so they have to be strong enough to support their own weight and keep their shape over four decades – that’s it really. Quality vinyl (which today uses multichambers and interior strengtheners) is more than capable of this – plus the material is a bit more energy efficient than fibrex. Interestingly, the actual energy efficiency numbers on the ProVia Endure (as a unit) are better than the Marvin Essentials – although over time I do think this probably evens out.
For me it comes down to brand and how well the entire unit is put together. Therefore, this is an aggregate over time, which is how I track window brands year over year. Andersen makes a good window (generally), but the fit and tolerances on the 100 series is somewhat mediocre in my opinion – especially when compared to a Endure or the Essentials.
Bill – Site Editor – from 2024
Andersen Costs & Prices
100 Series: $650 installed
200 Series: $1200 installed
400 Series: $1400 installed
Architectural Series: $2400 installed
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Andersen Windows Recommendation
I have owned Andersens for several years and they have functioned exceptionally well. The salesman did a good job of explaining the process and quality of windows involved – but I thought his approach was heavy handed. Didn’t matter too much though because I was all set to go with them regardless. I’d probably still recommend them to any homeowner who wants the best windows and is willing to pay the money for them.
Cindy – Portland, Or. – from 2023
Andersen Replacement Inserts
I just finished an Andersen pocket/insert job and have to say that they manufacture some of the easiest replacements out there. We are using a PVC clad exterior without any inward tilt. They are certainly easier than the equivalent Pellas. Well priced and easy to replace. My kind of job, no complications, everything looks fantastic and the owners love it.
Mike – Window Installer – from 2020
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Andersen vs Hayfield
After a friend installed Hayfield windows in his home and was thrilled with the result, I went ahead and used the same dealer and windows for my own property. To be fair I didn’t shop around, but rather went with what my friend had told me. I am very pleased with the result, they are such an improvement on our Andersen double hung windows we had in there before.
Overall they are a great product, the patio door is smooth to use, a simple slide and the horizontal slider windows give me the ability to clean them from the inside, which is a huge bonus. We went with low-e glass and I must say I have seen an improvement in the internal temperatures, even during the freezing winter we just had. The only problem I encountered was just after installation when I noticed the one window wasn’t what I ordered, though this was quickly rectified by the dealer, so not worth complaining about.
May – Consumer – from 2019
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400 Series Tilt Wash vs Woodwright Model
I’ve been researching the Andersen 400 Series Tilt Wash vs. Woodwright Series. This is what I’ve come up wth as far as how they stack up against one another.
Pros on the Woodwright Series
Premium window cost
Avaiable as either a replacement or insert
Tilt wash feature
Good looking
Clean jambs
Pros on the 400 Series Tilt Wash
Mid range cost
Available as either a built to fit or as a full frame
Difficult tilt feature
Don – Homeowner – from 2018
