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Andersen Corporation

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Customer Complaints Summary

158 total complaints in the last 3 years.
39 complaints closed in the last 12 months.

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Initial Complaint
Date:02/18/2024
Type:Service or Repair Issues
Status:
AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
Resolved:
The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
Unresolved:
The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
Answered:
The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
Unanswered:
The business failed to respond to the dispute.
Unpursuable:
BBB is unable to locate the business.
We built a home with ******** windows and doors- we have had tremendous issues with the quality of work. Our sliding doors are warped and leak cold air and wind. We have been in contact with ******** for the past year and half. They refuse to change the door and just recently their technician and their account manager entered our home yelled and my husband and said we were hesitant to service your home because it has been having ongoing issues- then they continued to make up a story that we used abusive language and stopped responding. The room has a 65 temperature on the 2nd floor when the thermostat is set to 73. We feel the wind come through. They have refused to honor the warranty. We have many videos and images that e have shared with the business under the Case #******** We need a resolution for this door. We recently quoted a pella brand alternative to replace this door for $11,500.
Business Response
Date: 02/21/2024
An Andersen representative has been in contact with the customer regarding a time to come out to their home.
Initial Complaint
Date:11/15/2023
Type:Product Issues
Status:
AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
Resolved:
The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
Unresolved:
The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
Answered:
The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
Unanswered:
The business failed to respond to the dispute.
Unpursuable:
BBB is unable to locate the business.
We chose the Series 400 double hung windows for our new construction because we thought they were the best on the market. Our local **** ************************ was inadequate and willfully omitted pertinent information regarding these windows to procure the sale. Upon installation we discovered that the windows had no jamb extension and any blinds or shutters would have to hang on outside of window. Secondly, the window left large gaps around the perimeter of the window. The jamb doesnt meet the interior Sheetrock and trim leaving large gaps. Totally unacceptable I want a refund on all windows.
Business Response
Date: 11/22/2023
Andersen will review the customer's concerns and a manager in the ********************** *********** will call them to discuss.

Customer Answer
Date: 11/22/2023
I am rejecting this response because:
After speaking with the Andersen **** ****** she offered absolutely no resolution. We would like an Andersen professional to look at our windows and offer some type of resolution.
Initial Complaint
Date:11/14/2023
Type:Service or Repair Issues
Status:
AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
Resolved:
The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
Unresolved:
The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
Answered:
The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
Unanswered:
The business failed to respond to the dispute.
Unpursuable:
BBB is unable to locate the business.
Hello,We have ******** Windows in our home. Probably installed 23 years ago. They are all in great condition, exception one, where the wood is rotting on the bottom of the window. We've attempted to contact ********, and have not heard back.We would like to order just 1 window replacement. We do not need any installation, just need a matching window.Could you please help us.
Customer Answer
Date: 11/15/2023
******** Window & Doors
Business Response
Date: 11/22/2023
An Andersen *********** representative will contact the customer.
Initial Complaint
Date:11/10/2023
Type:Service or Repair Issues
Status:
AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
Resolved:
The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
Unresolved:
The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
Answered:
The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
Unanswered:
The business failed to respond to the dispute.
Unpursuable:
BBB is unable to locate the business.
We moved into our home in May of 2021 (home was built in 2015) and immediately noticed the trim around several (5+) windows was soft and swollen. In fall 2021 we contacted the local distributor for the ******** windows that were installed. We were told that the prior owner had filed a warranty request and ******** had come out to "fix the defects in manufacturing". Since the initial repair done for the prior owners was not sufficient, we asked the distributor to file a complaim to have our windows checked again. The distributor told us that this is a very common defect with this generation of fiberglass windows, unlilke vinyl windows that can be thermally "melted" at the joints , fiberglass windows must be manually sealed, apparently the sealant/foam they used within the frames was not applied correctly for this series of windows. Therefore the rain hits the pane of glass, falls into the channel at the base of the window and through capillary action is sucked into the interior of the house, the trim and the underlying wood. We were exceedingly patient, ignored the issue during the summer when everything was dry. But in Spring 2023 we finaly resorted to visiting the ******** distributor in person and saying "this must be resolved" - they said they would once again contact ******** and request a warranty service.We were finally contacted by phone on Oct 19 '23 that someone would be contacting us within 2 weeks to schedule a consultation.We are now heading into our 3rd winter in the house - the windows are once again leaking and our trim is swelling. Our neighbors who had the same fiberglass ******** windows replaced all of their windows. I'm sure that if ***********************, *********************, *********************** or any of the ******** excutives or board of directors had leaking windows, swelling trim, and mold in their childrens bedrooms - they would do whatever they could to get it resolved. Stand by your brand and your business and do what's right.
Business Response
Date: 11/22/2023
It is my understanding that Andersen has been in touch with the homeowner in this matter. I will have an Andersen manager from the call center contact the homeowner regarding their concerns.
Initial Complaint
Date:11/09/2023
Type:Service or Repair Issues
Status:
ResolvedMore info
Complaint statuses
Resolved:
The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
Unresolved:
The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
Answered:
The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
Unanswered:
The business failed to respond to the dispute.
Unpursuable:
BBB is unable to locate the business.
In the Spring of 2023, we purchased 28 A series windows and 2 French patio doors from ******** Windows through a dealer (Dartmouth Building Supply,) The ******** order totaled over $53,000. One of the doors arrived damaged with a cracked base. We asked our dealer to have ******** replace the damaged door. It took several weeks to get a response. ******** finally answered with a refusal to provide a replacement. The claim # supplied by our dealer is: IQR *******. The dealer offered us to sell a replacement frame at cost with a price of $1,200. The door we purchased cost $3,219. This offer is not satisfactory. We request to have the door replaced by ******** at no cost since it arrived damaged. Please assist us in resolving this issue.
Business Response
Date: 11/15/2023
An Andersen *********** representative will call the customer about their concerns.
Customer Answer
Date: 11/21/2023
Better Business Bureau:

I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and find that this resolution is satisfactory to me.
Initial Complaint
Date:11/08/2023
Type:Service or Repair Issues
Status:
AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
Resolved:
The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
Unresolved:
The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
Answered:
The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
Unanswered:
The business failed to respond to the dispute.
Unpursuable:
BBB is unable to locate the business.
A pair of Andersen-Emco storm doors, which were manufactured about 12 years ago, rotted out on my deck due to the poor manufacturing quality. After sending pictures of the defective doors, Andersen-Emco agreed to reimburse me with a 50% warranty claim to replace the doors up to a total of $415.60. The claim # was ********. I have this in writing. OK, so far.After numerous calls with customer service ***********************'s phone rep is a person grossly lacking in English skills), Andersen-EMCO instructed me to replace the doors (which we agreed could be done by HomeDepot), and I would pay ********** and they would reimburse me up to 50% or a maximum of $415.60. ********** finally got around to replacing the doors, for which I paid them $874.00. However, after re-contacting Andersen-Emco, they are now refusing to pay me what they promised. Andersen-Emco owes me $415.60. I have my email dialogue with Andersen and my proof of payment to **********.
Business Response
Date: 11/15/2023
An Andersen representative will reach out to the customer to discuss their concerns.

Customer Answer
Date: 11/15/2023
I am rejecting this response because:
ANDERSEN STILL HAS DONE NOTHING TO REFUND THE PROMISED $415.60 FOR THE DEFECTIVE STORM DOORS THAT I REPLACED AT MY OWN EXPENSE (AFTER THEY PROMISED TO PAY HALF - UP TO $415.60). TO SAY YET AGAIN THAT THEY WILL REACH OUT TO RESOLVE IT AT SOME UNSPECIFIED FUTURE DATE WITH NO ACTION IS ENTIRELY UNACCEPTABLE. I'VE BEEN 100% HONEST WITH ANDERSEN AND THEY HAVE NOT BEEN SO WITH ME. AT THIS POINT ANYTHING LESS THAN ANDERSEN'S PROMPT CASH PAYMENT TO ME FOR THE PROMISED REFUND WILL BE REJECTED BY ME (AND I WOULD THEN CONSIDER ANDERSEN A DISHONEST FIRM WITH WHOM I WOULD NEVER DO BUSINESS AGAIN). BBB - WHAT MORE PROOF DO YOU NEED???

Business Response
Date: 11/15/2023
I am sorry to hear that the customer is frustrated with our response to their complaint. Andersen received the BBB Complaint and we responded that we would be having an Andersen Representative reach out to speak with the customer about their concerns. This is a reasonable response to this claim and we will make contact with the customer within 5 business days. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank-you for contacting Andersen about this matter.
Initial Complaint
Date:10/26/2023
Type:Service or Repair Issues
Status:
AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
Resolved:
The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
Unresolved:
The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
Answered:
The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
Unanswered:
The business failed to respond to the dispute.
Unpursuable:
BBB is unable to locate the business.
My home has basement windows made by Andersen Windows that were installed with the construction of the home in ****. Out of four windows, three have become brittle enough that you can push your finger through them. I contacted the company to see if I could get new sashes (the wooden frame with a single pane of glass), and they said they could for over $400 a piece. This is for a piece of glass in a square wooden frame - complete price gouging. I have priced replacement windows at - which are double pane with a screen and frame for $70/piece at ********************** offered me these after raising my concerns to management for $250. Its a pane of glass - and it will more than likely day fail like the other three. I would be happy to pay $100 - but its completely insane to pay $100 for their product. I would just do the $70 option, but it requires me to tear the windows out of my basement wall (in cement). This is highway robbery.
Business Response
Date: 11/01/2023
I understand the customer is frustrated with the replacement costs that they were given. The units are from **** and are 23 years old. An Andersen representative will contact the customer but the customer was quoted a price as requested. I will have a representative contact the customer to discuss their concerns.
Customer Answer
Date: 11/04/2023
I am rejecting this response because:

No one has contacted me.
Initial Complaint
Date:10/17/2023
Type:Service or Repair Issues
Status:
AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
Resolved:
The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
Unresolved:
The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
Answered:
The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
Unanswered:
The business failed to respond to the dispute.
Unpursuable:
BBB is unable to locate the business.
We contracted with ********** Coast Widows to install 26 windows and 5 doors in our house (with new siding). Because we used ******** in 3 previous remodels, and were very satisfied with the quality, we stuck with them. The windows were installed in April and 8 of them started to fail shortly after installation. I contacted ******** in early August and opened up a ticket. I supplied ******** with their multiple requests for pictures and codes and I am still no further along in understanding when my windows will function. 8 of them won't close properly creating security issues. Since we last installed windows they modified the hardware from actual hardware to plastic and it does not appear the plastic will last if you even occasionally open the windows given the load. Our contractor took all measurements again and assures us they are properly installed. One of the casement windows won't open or close at all and 8 windows are warped (bending in the middle) and have faulty/broken hardware. I am concerned with rains coming soon, and the safety concerns, and no one at ******** can tell me why it is taking so long to get back to us.
Business Response
Date: 10/25/2023
An Andersen Resolution Manager will contact the customer regarding their concerns.
Customer Answer
Date: 10/30/2023
I am rejecting this response because:

I was not contacted by Andersen until today and they told me they would send me the parts (hardware) but I don't have them yet so I still have a bunch of windows that are not functioning - since I first complained 3 months ago! The employee I spoke to at Andersen was very helpful so I hope to take him at his word but I am still very disappointed with the plastic parts in the window that have failed and not confident that if we install the same plastic parts the windows will work. Additionally I opened this complaint with Andersen in August and they (and the window dealer) are blaming each other and so now 3 months later I still have windows that don't lock properly - creating a security issue. Andersen sent the dealer/installers pictures saying the windows were out of alignment but the Installers are saying the pictures show the windows are in alignment. As a customer it is frustrating that I spent 150k for windows and installation and many of them do not function properly. I will do a separate complaint with the window installation place. I have remodeled 4 houses with ******** windows and selected them because of their quality, I even paid for their special glass at $4500 per window! but in our past purchases the hardware was solid and not plastic so I worry the product is not the same but the cost has increased significantly.
Initial Complaint
Date:10/13/2023
Type:Service or Repair Issues
Status:
AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
Resolved:
The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
Unresolved:
The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
Answered:
The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
Unanswered:
The business failed to respond to the dispute.
Unpursuable:
BBB is unable to locate the business.
Purchased an Andersen screen door and had it installed back in April. Says screen door has a warranty on it, still in effect. On or about October 3rd, attempted to open door and whole frame fell out. Sprained hand / fingers; screen and frame broke when fell to porch. Called Andersen to notify them of the issue, and company said they would have someone come out and inspect / repair under warranty. Said they would have a representative call customer to schedule / advise on next steps. ******** says she has called repeatedly over the past 10 days or so, but has not yet received a call back from Andersen.
Business Response
Date: 10/24/2023
Andersen has been in touch with the homeowner and a representative has visited the customer's home and talked to her about her concerns.
Customer Answer
Date: 11/02/2023
I am rejecting this response because:

Spoke to someone at ******** a couple days ago and he stated that they are waiting for the part and it should be in by November 16, ****************************** and be out to fix the issue.
Business Response
Date: 11/08/2023
The rejection of our response does not make sense in this instance. Andersen has responded that we are waiting for a part to arrive on November 16, 2023. Please let me know who else we can assist in this matter.
Customer Answer
Date: 12/06/2023
I have talked to a new contact named **** and keep getting told they will look into it - nothing has been resolved or happened as of yet.
Business Response
Date: 12/28/2023
**** has been in touch with the customer regarding this matter since the original complaint was received. **** will continue to be in contact with the customer. December is a month of many holidays and employees with time off. I would ask that the customer please have patience into the new year as response times may be delayed. If there are issues the customer can contact me directly.
Initial Complaint
Date:09/22/2023
Type:Service or Repair Issues
Status:
AnsweredMore info
Complaint statuses
Resolved:
The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
Unresolved:
The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
Answered:
The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
Unanswered:
The business failed to respond to the dispute.
Unpursuable:
BBB is unable to locate the business.
I am rejecting this response because:

I have reached out to Andersen multiple times to resolve these issues and so has the supplier with no calls back from Andersen. I will be happy to resolve this case when I hear from someone and my issues are actually resolved.
Thank you
**************************;
Business Response
Date: 09/08/2023
The customer mentions the business that they purchased the windows from and we believe that they should continue to contact that business for information related to this concern. In response to this complaint however I will have an Andersen Resolution Manager contact the customer to discuss and assist.
Customer Answer
Date: 09/22/2023
I purchased windows and doors through a local distribution company, *** Supply in *********, **. Products do not match the requested order, multiple items missing and damaged. Locks on windows installed incorrectly not able to lock some windows due to improper installation of the locks by Andersen. I have sent multiple emails with photo documentation as requested by Andersen. Two french doors arrived damaged and missing the blinds that were supposed to be in the glass and the holes for the hardware were not drilled in the doors, hardware information was provided with the order. Can not get in touch with anyone from Andersen who is willing to help me resolve my issue, no one will respond other than giving me a number that is for homeowners who have had their product installed for a year and they take warranty calls. They continue to refer me back to the distribution center and the distribution center is not able to get any response from Andersen either. It has been almost two months since they were delivered and I filed my request for replacements. I waited six months for my original order only to have it come damaged and wrong. I honestly thought the time that I waited and the stand I took to have these windows for my home was worth it but they do not stand behind their products and their customer service is awful. I do not think it is a fair expectation that I put new windows in a new home and I should be expected to be ok with moving locks and having the old holes show. I would like the damaged and wrong items replaced and reinstalled at Andersen expense not mine.
Business Response
Date: 09/22/2023
We have provided resolution to the customer on this and arrangements have been made with the customer. Please reply back and let me know that this matter is considered resolved.

Thanks!
Customer Answer
Date: 09/24/2023
I am rejecting this response because:

I have had multiple conversations with the company and all have said it would be resolved, conversations started in July. I will resolve this issue once the issues are actually resolved.

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