Andersen Windows and Doors has the longest history of our competitors, and they’ve done a lot with over a century of serving homeowners. Launched in 1903 by Danish immigrant Hans J. Andersen, just across the Hudsen River from where the current headquarters stands now, Andersen Lumber was the perfect marriage of opportunity and ingenuity. Standard window sizes didn’t exist at the time, and Andersen saw the opportunity to create consistency across his manufacturing, improve installation by creating a unified design, and create interchangeable parts, allowing builders and carpenters to repair windows rather than having to build new ones when the old ones failed.

Hans’ son Fred went on to develop the universal frame, which resulted in the production of casement, hung, and fixed windows. We owe a lot to the Andersen family and are proud to count ourselves among their biggest fans!

The business now boasts more than 13,000 employees and serves a global market with their highly principled brand of service and integrity.

With a century of excellence under our belt, Pella is prepared to stand by our products, service, and warranties against even the toughest competition. Our proprietary fiberglass material is engineered for superior strength and longevity, making it an investment that lasts, even in Nebraska’s harshest conditions. You will enjoy the benefits of:

• Unmatched Strength – Stronger than vinyl and built to last.
• Minimal Expansion and Contraction – Designed to mitigate warping and cracking.
• Superior Energy Efficiency – The indoor temperature is well regulated year-round, despite Nebraska’s extreme weather fluctuations.
• Beautiful Esthetic with Minimal Maintenance – Count on Pella Fiberglass to keep its look and integrity with minimal upkeep, repainting, or repairs.

Pella Fiberglass is best suited for homeowners seeking maximum durability and energy efficiency that withstands Nebraska’s extreme weather and looks great doing it.

Andersen has created a wood-polymer composite called Fibrex® comprised of reclaimed wood fibers and thermoplastic polymers. Some of the benefits of this proprietary Fibrex® blend include:

• Eco-Conscious – Reclaiming unused wood fibers ensures that waste is minimized.
• Energy Efficient – Although it’s not as efficient as fiberglass, Fibrex® offers better efficiency than standard vinyl.
• Durable – Fibrex® is better than wood at withstanding weather fluctuations and requires much less upkeep depending on your choice of finish.
• Customization – Fibrex® is highly customizable and comes in more color options than many alternatives.

Andersen Fibrex® is best suited for homeowners who prefer a wood-composite look, and who are seeking better durability than wood alone.

Andersen has our respect across the board. An industry leader who never forgot that the customer comes first, and that our clients deserve the best. We are proud to be competing with these innovators. But when it comes to Nebraska homeowners? Well. Pella Fiberglass has a few clear advantages.

• • Extreme Weather:
    Andersen Windows was built and has thrived in Hudsen, Wisconsin. They know their way around a snowstorm like nobody else! But Nebraska endures the blistering cold, and the intense swing to exceeding heat and humidity, repeatedly in the same season. You need a window that can do both, and for that, there’s only Pella Fiberglass.
  • Long-Term Performance:
    With less maintenance than other materials, fiberglass lasts longer and looks great doing it.
  • Energy Savings:
    Year-round protection from whatever weather Nebraska’s unpredictable climate throws at you. From high temperatures and humidity to high winds and frigidity – fiberglass keeps the weather outside and your energy costs down.
  • Industry-Leading Warranty:
    Pella has put a lot into our Proprietary Fiberglass, and we are willing to stand by it for the long haul with some of the industry’s best warranties. We’ll stake our exceptional reputation on it.

There is a lot to consider when investing in new windows, and it can be difficult to see beyond the keywords and catchphrases, but it comes down to a few key factors.

• • • Budget vs Long Term Investment:
      Decide if you can afford to spend a moderate amount now for windows that last, or if you need to budget now and replace your windows again sooner. Financing is available to make the process as easy on you and your budget as possible.
    • Climate Resistance:
      Choose windows that can tolerate extreme temperature swings, high winds, and stormy weather.
    • Energy Savings and Insulation:
      Budget for windows that keep the extreme temperatures out, or plan to budget more for utility costs and insulating curtains.
    • Aesthetic Preferences and Home Value Impact:
      Find windows that positively contribute to your home’s curb appeal, and that will turn into an improved resell value.