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We diligently service you with the best siding, window, and door products and highest level of workmanship to reach your biggest compliment to us: a referral. You will love your upgraded siding and wonderful remodeling experience with Opal Enterprises.","\"Opal Exteriors is proud to be a repeat- and referral-driven business. We earn homeowners' trust with high-quality products, expert craftsmanship, and a remodeling experience built around communication and care. 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We aim to consistently go above and beyond your construction goals and expectations, and we are proud that most of our business is built upon referrals from our valued customers.","\"At Chicagoland Builders, Inc., we consider ourselves to be your trusted source for the highest-quality craftsmanship and construction services. We aim to consistently go above and beyond your construction goals and expectations, and we are proud that most of our business is built upon referrals from our valued customers.\"","7th year as a Best Pick","2020-10-15T00:00:00.000Z","Contact for warranty details.","Arlington Heights",[189,190,191,192,193,38,194,39,195,196,40,41,42,43,44,45,197,46,198,47,48,49,199,50,200,51,201,202,52,53,203,204,54,205,206,55,56,57,207,208,209,58,59,60,210,211,61,62,212,63,213,64,65,66,214,67,68,69,70,71,72,73,74,75,76,77,215,78,79,80,81,82,216,83,84,217,85,86,87,88,89,90,91,92,93,94,95,96,218,219,220,221,222,97,98,99,100,101,102,103,104,105,106,107,108,109,110,111,112,113,114,115,116,117,118,119,120,121,122,123,124,125,126,127,128,129,130,131,132,133,134,135,136,137,138,139,157,158,159,160,161,162,163,164,165,166,167,168,169,170,171,223,140,172,141],{"contractor_id":278,"display_name":279,"url_name":280,"company_logo":281,"phone":282,"avg_rating":24,"review_count":283,"short_desc":284,"quote":285,"best_pick_text":286,"signing_date":287,"years_as_best_pick":288,"license_number":289,"has_liability":32,"workers_compensation":33,"warranty":290,"minimum_job":291,"awards_certifications":31,"address_locality":292,"address_region":11,"profile_city_url_name":6,"service_zips":293,"has_email":13},389,"Olson Windows, Doors, Siding & Roofing","olson-windows-doors-and-siding","assets\u002Fcompanylogo\u002F389\u002Fda93862e-44e1-404c-9f4c-6f2d504d55c7.jpg","773-923-0603",61,"Olson Windows, Doors, Siding & Roofing was established in 1995 by brothers Scott and Brian Olson. 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With our customer-centered experience and our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, we stand by our work now and for years to come.","\"Renewal by Andersen is the premier window replacement division of Andersen Windows, a company with over 120 years of innovation in crafting high-quality windows. 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I was very happy with the level of service from the sales to installation.\nI highly recommend the company and the windows…","Mike C.","Hampshire, IL","9\u002F23\u002F2024",{"company":250,"companyId":249,"companyLogo":252,"rating":324,"text":345,"reviewer":346,"location":347,"date":348,"verified":13,"featured":32},"I have employed Bak Brothers successfully on several projects at my mother’s house and ours. They were recommended to me for exterior siding by one o…","Mike I.","Kildeer, IL","12\u002F22\u002F2023",{"company":144,"companyId":143,"companyLogo":146,"rating":324,"text":350,"reviewer":351,"location":352,"date":353,"verified":13,"featured":32},"The workers were very professional and fast working. The project for my whole 2 story house was done in two days. It saved me a lot of time and they …","Lorraine M.","Chicago, IL","8\u002F19\u002F2022",[355,358,361,364,367,370,373,376],{"question":356,"answer":357},"What makes a Window and Door Replacement company 'Best Pick Certified' in Chicago, IL?","\u003Cp>Best Pick Certified Window and Door Replacement companies in Chicago, IL have earned their status through independent consumer research—not paid placement. To qualify, a company must meet strict standards:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>High customer satisfaction\u003C\u002Fstrong>: 4.0+ Google rating (25+ reviews) OR 80%+ recommendation rate from surveyed customers\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Verified credentials\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Active state licenses, general liability insurance, and workers' comp (where required)\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Financial stability\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Clean credit history and active Secretary of State standing\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Local track record\u003C\u002Fstrong>: Minimum 1 year serving the Chicago, IL area\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\u003Cp>Certification is re-verified annually, ensuring continued performance.\u003C\u002Fp>",{"question":359,"answer":360},"Do Window and Door Replacement companies pay to be listed as Best Picks?","\u003Cp>No. Window and Door Replacement companies cannot buy Best Pick Certification, improved ratings, or better placement. Our research team independently evaluates companies based on customer satisfaction, licensing, insurance, and business stability—before any business relationship exists.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>Companies that earn certification pay a participation fee after qualifying, which covers the cost of ongoing research and publication. This fee has no influence on whether a company qualifies or how they appear in our directory.\u003C\u002Fp>",{"question":362,"answer":363},"What is the Best Pick Guarantee for Window and Door Replacement projects?","\u003Cp>The Best Pick Guarantee provides financial protection—up to $2,500 in labor costs—if a Certified Best Pick Window and Door Replacement company fails to deliver on their commitments.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>To be eligible:\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>Contact the company through Best Pick Reports or BestPickReports.com\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Register for the guarantee (free)\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Submit any claim within 45 days of the final date of service\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Allow the company the opportunity to resolve the issue first\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\u003Cp>This guarantee applies only to Certified Best Pick companies, not Standard Pros. Full terms are available on \u003Ca href=\"\u002Fguarantee\">our guarantee page\u003C\u002Fa>.\u003C\u002Fp>",{"question":365,"answer":366},"What areas do you serve in Chicago?","Best Pick Reports serves the Chicagoland metropolitan area across several counties including Cook County, Dupage County, Lake County, and Will County. Best Pick contractors serve many localities within this region including Chicago city proper, Naperville, Bolingbrook, Milton, Hanover, Maine, Skokie, Evanston, Arlington Heights, and Highland Park.",{"question":368,"answer":369},"How can I tell if it's time to contact a window and door company in Chicago?","\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>Drafty, rattling frames in Belmont Cragin brick bungalows represent a major energy leak under the tight standards of the 2022 Chicago Energy Transformation Code. Because winter temperatures routinely plummet during polar vortex events, windows that do not meet the cold-climate insulation rating (ENERGY STAR Northern V7.0, U-factor of 0.22 or lower) will let heat escape rapidly.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Persistent foggy glass between the panes (the seal on the double-pane window has failed — common on windows installed in the late 1980s to mid 1990s) is a clear sign that Chicago's 75 to 100 annual freeze-thaw cycles have exhausted the unit's frame. When these double-pane glass units (insulated glass units, or IGUs) leak their insulating gas (argon gas), condensation builds up permanently.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Soft, disintegrating wood sills on the front windows of Marquette Park 1920s homes show that rain has breached the limestone sill joint. When the mortar joints beneath the rowlock brick header crumble, water can saturate the surrounding wood framing and ruin the interior plaster.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\u003Cp>If you notice any of these warning signs, take clear photos of the frames from ground level and contact a professional who understands Chicago's specific energy codes and brick-masonry installation methods.\u003C\u002Fp>",{"question":371,"answer":372},"Is there anything I can check before calling a window and door company in Chicago?","\u003Col>\n\u003Cli>Look for the yellow-and-white performance sticker (the National Fenestration Rating Council, or NFRC label) on the inner glass to verify your window's rate of heat loss (U-factor). For Chicago's sub-zero winters, the label should show a value of 0.22 or less to meet the cold-climate energy rating (ENERGY STAR Northern V7.0).\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Hold a tissue near the window sash joints on a windy day along the Lake Michigan shoreline to check for failing weatherstripping. If the paper flutters, you have an active air leak where the sashes meet.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Inspect basement bedrooms to ensure they meet municipal emergency escape requirements (Chicago Building Code Chapter 10). The opening must provide a net clear path of at least 5.7 square feet so residents can escape safely in an emergency.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Press a screwdriver gently into the frame corners and outer sash components where the window meets the brick masonry. Any soft, punky spots reveal hidden wood rot from trapped winter moisture or failing sealants.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Fol>\n\u003Cp>WHEN TO STOP AND CALL A PRO: If your Chicago home was built before 1978, do not scrape, sand, or pry painted frames because violating federal lead-safe renovation rules (Lead RRP) can disperse toxic dust. Always leave second-story measurements, removing windows from their frames, and replacing shattered glass to a professional who has proper fall-protection equipment.\u003C\u002Fp>",{"question":374,"answer":375},"What types of window and door services are commonly offered in Chicago?","\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>Double-hung window replacement in historic brick masonry openings. Because nearly 39 percent of Chicago's homes date back before 1940, installers must understand how to seal replacement wood or vinyl units into old load-bearing brick envelopes. This specialized service requires integrating the new frame into existing limestone sills while safely abiding by city historic guidelines.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Basement emergency escape window installation (known as CBC Chapter 10 egress retrofits). Many homeowners in neighborhoods like Avondale finish their older basements for living space, which legally requires cutting through limestone foundation walls to create a code-compliant escape path. A specialized contractor will install the deep sash, reinforce the masonry header with a steel lintel, and add a drained exterior window well.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003Cli>Energy-efficient vinyl and triple-pane window upgrades. To withstand Chicago's intense winter windstorms and sub-zero temperatures, companies install heavy-duty insulated glass units (IGUs) with argon gas fill. These systems minimize the cold-climate rate of heat loss (U-factor) to dramatically lower winter heating bills while preventing frame-perimeter frost.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>",{"question":377,"answer":378},"How do I find the best window and door replacement company in Chicago?","\u003Cp>Since Illinois does not issue a state-level contractor license for glazing or window installations, your first step is verifying that your contractor holds a valid Chicago Department of Buildings General Contractor license. For older homes in Logan Square or Albany Park, confirm the window replacement company carries federal lead-safe renovation rules (Lead RRP) firm certification to handle lead-paint hazards safely. You should also ask for the manufacturer's performance label (the NFRC sticker) to confirm the proposed units satisfy the city's strict municipal energy rules (the 2022 Chicago Energy Transformation Code). Working with an established local team that understands load-bearing brick masonry details is vital for a lasting seal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To make your search easier, you can consult Best Pick Reports. Their team vets local service companies annually through a strict six-step qualification process that companies cannot pay to join. This research identifies reliable providers who maintain an average Google rating of 4.0 or higher and stand out in independent customer satisfaction surveys. Homeowners who select a certified company through the guide also qualify for the $2,500 Best Pick Guarantee on labor.\u003C\u002Fp>",[],[381,384,386,389,393,396,399,402,405,409],{"location":36,"date":382,"message":383},"2026-09-06","Looking to replace sliding back door with French doors or new slider. Need a quote on product and installation.",{"location":36,"date":382,"message":385},"Replace back sliding door. Possibly replace with French doors. Looking for a quote on products and installation.",{"location":155,"date":387,"message":388},"2026-09-02","Change 2 windows",{"location":390,"date":391,"message":392},"Mount Prospect","2026-07-31","Looking to replace windows in one bedroom",{"location":36,"date":394,"message":395},"2026-06-01","Replace front door",{"location":7,"date":397,"message":398},"2026-05-21","Need to replace the 5 windows in north side of the house",{"location":7,"date":400,"message":401},"2026-05-08","Strom door replacement",{"location":7,"date":403,"message":404},"2026-05-06","Roof, vinyl siding and windows",{"location":406,"date":407,"message":408},"Niles","2026-05-01","Large front window replacement and possibly front door",{"location":410,"date":411,"message":412},"Lake Zurich","2026-04-30","Looking to replace windows in my house the main windows that need replaced are the bay windows and then all the windows in my living room. Eventually, the rest of the house will need done as well."]