Gem Windows and Doors

Windows & Doors Installation & Service
Toronto ON M8Z 1V1
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Jo-Anne Clafton in Vaughan
Jo-Anne Clafton in Vaughan
1 review Vaughan, ON
10/10

window instillation

The salesman was professional and very helpful.The instalor did the job thoroughly and to our satisfaction. i would buy more windows from this company because the cost matched our budget .neat and clean after the job was completed.

Approximate cost of services:
$4,000.00
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Jim & Carrie Skipper in Mississauga
Jim & Carrie Skipper in Mississauga
1 review MISSISSAUGA, ON
10/10

New windows

Very happy with Gem Windows and Doors. Windows look great and they came when they said they would come....even though it was a bad snowstorm the day installation was scheduled. Would definitely use them again or recommend them to family and friends.

Approximate cost of services:
$5,000.00
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M A.
M A.
2 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Windows and Doors

I have used GEM Windows and Doors for the past 17 years.

They replaced all the windows on our last house, all of which worked beautifully for the life of the windows. We have just replaced several of the windows and two of the doors in our new home. Our new windows and doors are beautiful work well and are air tight. The installers worked quickly and cleanly. They were very professional in appearance and working manner.

Whenever we had problems at the old house they repaired and replaced the parts without questions and in a timely manner.

The office staff and repair staff has been so consistant over the years, I feel I know them well.

I would recommend GEM Windows and Doors to everyone.

Anne

Approximate cost of services:
$8,000.00
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Melanie Newton in Toronto
Melanie Newton in Toronto
5 reviews Toronto, ON
0/10

Repairs to windows they installed under waranty

We have had a terrible experience with Gem. They do not return calls, and takes YEARS to do repairs. I have been trying to get them to fix the bay window they installed for over a year, and this is not the first time I've had this problem with them. Really shameful... avoid this company.

Approximate cost of services:
$4,000.00
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Company Response

Please find our response to the above review. Since it's posting on December 02nd 2011, we have made every attempt to identify the customer so that we can respond to their concerns. We require additional information to be able to clearly identify this specific customer. We would like to very much speak to "Melanie in Toronto" because we have a Service Care Department and an Installations Care department, and regular surveys are conducted to ensure complete customer satisfaction. To date, we find no record of a report which can be related back to the customer, "Melanie" therefore, we are asking for Home Stars' cooperation and have yet to hear from the writer. We remain available and eager to rectify any concerns they may have. Yours sincerely, Spiros - President - GEM Windows and Doors.

Ron Anderson in Toronto
Ron Anderson in Toronto
6 reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Windows replacement

Had to replace the windows at one of my rentals. Did half the windows and these guys were great. Competitively priced and I was able to get those "green" windows and at the time get money back from the government. I would use these guys again but didn't cause they no longer represented the windows that I got way back when.

Approximate cost of services:
$5,000.00
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diane in Etobicoke
diane in Etobicoke
2 reviews Etobicoke, ON
4/10

doors

We replaced our front and back door. We experienced a long wait time. The service was slow, and expensive. We were happy with the finished products though. They had to come back a couple of times to do adjustments which they did wothout a problem.

Approximate cost of services:
$5,000.00
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Company Response

Diane, thank you for your review. We would like to point out that your sales rep advised you that your beautiful custom doors would be 6-8 weeks from date of measure , and this kink of wait is not out of the industry norm. We understand that people sometimes under estamate there time lines to complete there projects and order custom material late in the project, we are sorry you felt this way but we were within the prescribed time frame we gave you. Our doors are the most competitively priced in the market and we offer the highest level of quality and service. You also noted that we came back on serveral of your requests for adjustments without any problem, this reflects on our reliable service after service. You also stated that you were happy with the end result and your beautiful custom doors. I am sorry you felt inclined to give us such a poor review after the Great service you received.
Your Truly,
Spiros Christopoulos
President
Gem Windows & Doors.

varunkalsi@gmail.com in Etobicoke
V. I.
2 reviews ETOBICOKE, ON
7/10

window installion

I had gem window installation done and Symour took care of us. This company is a bit privy and this is due to the nice showroom they have. So you can see what you are buying. Great work.

Approximate cost of services:
$2,000.00
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Jmar in Etobicoke
Jmar in Etobicoke
2 reviews Etobicoke, ON
10/10

Window installation

This is the second time I have used GEM Window & Doors for a home renovation project. The first was a few years ago when they installed a sliding door in place of a window in a spare room. This time around I needed to have 12 windows replaced in my home.
Spiros was very good at taking the time to present he various options to us, not trying to steer us to the most expensive solution as some other window firms tried to do while I was getting quotes for the project.
In the end, we decided to go with the brick mold option rather than simply retrofitting and capping the windows. Yes, it did amount to a few more dollars but having pros and cons explained made me comfortable in making the choice to spend the extra dollars, which after looking at the end result, was money well spent.
Frank the installer was a gem to work with, pardon the pun. Leading up to the installation he was very good about keeping us informed about timelines for the project. On the day of the installation, Frank and his co-worker Al actually showed up when they said they would. Imagine that, a tradesperson who shows up at the time they say they will - not half an hour later or an hour later or half a day later. They were very thorough in the way they went about the job and Frank took the time to explain things as he went along and answered any questions we had. They made sure to get all the interior work done on the first day so that we would `get our house back`that night, all clean and tidy. The second day they spent meticulously finishing off the exterior and making sure everything was done to our satisfaction before we signed off on the final contract.
In the end it was one of the more enjoyable renovation projects and we`re already planning the next one which will be the replacement of our front door and I wouldn`t be surprised if we end up using GEM again as I know I`ll get the same courteous care and service I have had on each of the last two projects.

Approximate cost of services:
$9,000.00
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MIKE PHILLIPS in Etobicoke
MIKE PHILLIPS in Etobicoke
2 reviews Etobicoke, ON
8/10

NEW WINDOWS

A neighbour recommended GEM to us and we would gladly recommend GEM to another. It was very simple. We visited the showroom, saw what we wanted and ordered the windows. The price was better than our other quotes and the process so EASY. We were buying windows not a rocket to take us to the moon and back and GEM made it easy for us!
Thank you for a job well done

Approximate cost of services:
$6,000.00
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Sandra Bretz in Oakville
Sandra Bretz in Oakville
1 review Oakville, ON
10/10

Replace windows

GEM was a great company to deal with. We originally received a quote for new windows in the fall of 2010 but didn't actually get the work done until the fall of 2011. They honored the price they gave us the year before. The workers who did the measurements and the installation were fantastic. Very nice and respectful of my house and the fact that there were both children and pets in the house. They worked hard, did a great job and left my house tidy. Would definitely recommend this company.

Approximate cost of services:
$4,000.00
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More about Gem Windows and Doors

Gem Windows and Doors is Toronto's oldest and most trusted window and door retailer, serving South Western Ontario for over 60 years! Our showroom is designed to offer our customers choices from a wide range of window and door products. We specialize in custom window design and fabrication. We source windows worldwide to meet all of our customer’s requirements.

At GEM Windows and Doors, your window and door replacement could be eligible for the Home Efficiency Rebate Plus program. Contact us today for more details on how you could be eligible for up to $10,600 in rebates!

CATEGORIES
Windows & Doors Installation & Service
PRODUCTS
Today’s vinyl windows are high-tech, ENERGY STAR approved, double and triple glazed, painted with a host of accessories such as brick moulds and interior jambs. Aluminum windows are efficient and thermally broken. They have found their way back to residential homes, in addition to commercial uses. Of course, GEM can also supply wood windows and fiberglass windows. Hybrid windows can be either aluminum clad wood or vinyl or even wood-vinyl composites. GEM is now a distributor for Mastergrain Fiberglass Doors, the leading fiberglass residential entry door. Of course, we carry complete packages of insulated steel doors and wood doors. Don’t forget our fire rated products and commercial doors! Modern homes are utilizing doors that could be considered walls! Lift and Slide Doors can be built in sizes only dreamed about, as can Bi-fold doors and multi-track stacking doors. We must not leave out a full complement of patio doors which GEM offers! A great door requires a great screen and GEM has the pleated retractable and roll-away screens you need. GEM has storm doors to meet your custom as well as standard requirements. Quality Window coverings include a host of blind and shade styles. These are not only the hand operated types but include both hard-wired and solar powered units that raise and lower at the push of a button. GEM also offers interior partitions, interior doors, shower enclosures and glass enclosures inside your home. GEM can manufacture and install railing, canopies, solariums and porch enclosures!
SERVICES
Come to GEM for the best selection for window and door sales and installation. We are fabricators of aluminum windows and sub-fabricator of selected products. We can provide your custom products for new construction and renovation.
BRANDS
Our brands include Pella, Armor, NanaWall, Cardinal Glass, Royal Plastics, Energi, Synergy, Spartan, Windspec, Everlast, Old Castle Glass, Emtek, EntryGuard, Dorplex, Palma, Sunview, Novatech, Mastergain, GEM Transitional and GEM Contemporary. These cover the full range of styles such as modern, traditional, transitional, new constructions, custom, renovation and urban.
STYLES
GEM is able to provide all the architectural and construction styles you require. We carry modern windows and doors. Traditional will always have a place. Transitional products bridge the gap between modern and traditional.
SPECIALITIES
GEM is your one-stop problem solver. Is it getting noisy when you want to sleep? We are experts at soundproofing windows to reduce sound transfer into your home. We invite you to visit our showroom to speak to our professional sales team, to learn more about our high quality custom products.
WEBSITE
https://www.gemwindows.com
YEAR ESTABLISHED
1961
NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES
15
RETURN POLICY
All products made to order
PAYMENT METHOD
Cash, Cheque, Visa, Mastercard, and Financing Available
LICENSES
GEM is a licensed contractor and maintains a manufacturing license. We are WSIB participants, member
MEMBERSHIPS
SAWDAC, BBB
LIABILITY INSURANCE
Yes
WORKERS COMPENSATION
Yes
WRITTEN CONTRACT
Yes
WARRANTY TERMS
Manufacture Warranty plus 5 years of GEM installation
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