There are thousands, yes thousands, of window manufacturers in the USA. Many have been in business for a long time and others started as spin-offs of the older established companies. Before you buy, make sure the company you are dealing with is reputable, solvent and a member of either the National Association of Home Builders http://www.nahb.org/ or the National Association of the Remodeling Industry http://www.nari.org/ Also make sure their windows are tested and listed in the directory of the National Fenestration Rating Council http://www.nfrc.org/
The second most important thing to look for is an EnergyStar rating that qualifies for the Reinvestment and Recovery Act federal tax credit. Qualifying wndows must have a Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC)and a U-Factor of .30 or less. Every homeowner is eligible for a $1,500 tax credit for installing energy efficient windows, doors and other qualifying products. For more information go to http://www.energystar.gov/
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