Window City

Windows & Doors Installation & Service
Vaughan ON M9V
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Natalie from Toronto
Natalie from Toronto
5 reviews Toronto, ON
0/10

Non installation of the windows

We won't recommend this company for your windows. We've ordered several windows and door thru company's dealer on Sept 25. After one delay the installation was scheduled on Nov 8, however just a day prior to the installation dealer said that windows are not ready and they don't know when they will be ready, and that it is factory's fault. Looks like everything is manufacturer's fault: complex design (when is arch part of the window became complicated?), late notification and uncertainty about the day when the windows will be ready (now it is end of November). We've asked for deposit to be returned or at least partial fulfillment of the order, waiting to hear the confirmation. Dealer refuses to return the deposit.

Approximate cost of services:
$2,300.00
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Company Response

Dear Natalie.
We are sorry to hear about your unfortunate experience. We really appreciate your feedback, and hope you do give us a chance to make it right!
Could we kindly ask that you send us further information to the following email, dealer information. I will also supply you with a contact name and phone number if you wish to contact us directly. The contact is as follows: Stephanie by phone at 1-800-382-5020 xt 156 or by email at info@windowcity.com.
Thanks again for your feedback.
Sincerely, info@windowcity.com.

Joseph in Toronto
Joseph in Toronto
1 review Toronto, ON
1/10

Quality and customer service

Terrible quality and super terrible service, keep away from this company.
I had my whole house 13 windows replaced by Window city's dealer in April, 2016. I chose this company because its dealer quoted the cheapest price. You get what you pay for. After the new windows installed, I found there were three screens had issues.
Two of them cannot hook properly, sometimes the screens will fall off if wind blows stronger and window blind knocks it. Because these two window frames are not heat fusion jointed well, the vertical vinyl piece is bulged outward a little bit, compare to the horizontal piece. And the other screen was broken just along the screen frame, it was a tricky broken place, if you didn't use finger to poke it you would never see it.
July 20, 11:35 am, I reported these issues to Window city's dealer which installed these windows. July 23, around 2 pm, Window city's dealer came to check. August 5, 2:26 pm, a Window city technician came to check and admitted the screens cannot hook properly, because of their (Window city) production and quality control problems. But the technician said he could not do anything; only asked me to push the screen corner more harder to let the screen hook go into the groove. So that two screens are "as is", no cure at all. My thought is "2 out of 13", 15.4%, the defective rate percentage of Window city is too damn high. The technician took the broken screen back to fix. I asked the technician how long it would take, he replied it might take few days or a week, and he would send the screen back.
Two weeks had gone by, there was no one called me. I called window city on Aug. 22, 11:07am, and the customer service lady asked me to call again next day. Aug 23, 9:35am, I called and I was told that Peter would call me back to arrange it. Peter was the one who contacted me to arrange the August 5 's service. I waited a week, no one called me. Then I called again on Aug 31, 9:41am. Same answer I got, "Peter will call you back". Then I waited another week, still no one called me. September 7, 4:02pm, I called again. When I heard the same answer that "Peter will call you back", I was very upset this time and said to the customer service lady, "Peter never calls me back. I want to have the exact date and time that your technician will come to send my screen back before I hang up". Then she gave me the schedule was 9 to 11am of Sept. 17, Sat., also told me that the schedule might be changed. What a ridiculous service!!
Finally Peter called me on Sept. 14, Wed., 11:28 am. He said the technician would come to send my screen back next day, Sept 15, Thursday, 3 to 5 pm afternoon. Supposed I had a appointment, I told him to change it to Friday, but he said Friday schedule was tight. And I asked him to postpone one hour, 4 to 6 pm, and he said they don't work that late. Then I had no choice to tell him no matter what I would be home before 3pm on Thursday. Peter even asked my another alternative phone number for in case. I got home at 2:45pm on Sept. 15, Thursday. I was waiting and waiting, and the technician did not show up, also without any phone call. When the time was 4:49 pm, I tried to reach Window city customer service desk, there was no one there; I called two more times and tried to reach operator and the other department, but seemed this whole company was totally empty. Window city made a fool of me this time.
Sept. 16, Friday, I called Window city at 8:01 am. Peter was not in office yet. I got the same answer from the customer service lady, "Peter will call you back". I said I don't trust him will come me back, I will call again in 30 minutes. 30 minutes later, 8:31 am, I called again, I asked to talk to Peter, but the customer service lady didn't transfer my call to Peter, just told me that the schedule was changed to today (Friday, Sept. 16) afternoon 3 to 5 pm. No apology at all. Such as they are my bosses to give me instructions, I have to take it.
Sept. 16, Friday afternoon 4:19 pm, the technician still didn't show up, I called the customer service again. I just wanted to make sure this time I was not fooled again. The customer service lady replied that the technician would come in 15 minutes. And then it was 4:37 pm, the technician finally showed up and delivered the window screen back to me.
I wrote down this unpleasant experience is just to remind anyone who is planning to change windows or doors to be more carefully to choose companies. A simple window screen case caused me 2 months to get it finished, since I reported; imagine if you have other bigger issues, might cause you 6 months or more to deal with Window city.

Approximate cost of services:
$0.00
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Company Response

Dear Joseph,
We were sorry to hear about your unfortunate experience and appreciate your feedback. On July 25th your dealer CIWD told us that you were complaining about three of your window screens that did not fit properly and asked us to visit your home. We scheduled a service call with you and visited your home on August 5th. We inspected the 3 screens and at this time and our service technician also instructed you in the proper way to install and remove the screens. He noticed that one screen had a damaged mesh and explained to you that this was not covered by our warranty (please see our web site www.windowcity.com for full warranty information) but in good faith we brought the screen back to be repaired at no charge. Once the screen was repaired, we advised you that it was ready for you to pick up. You informed us that you would not pick it up and requested we bring the screen back to your home. We left a message to schedule a service date to bring the screen back and after several changes, complied with your timing to have our service technician return the screen on September 16th. If you have any further questions or concerns please feel free to contact us directly at Marketing/Customer Relations Department – 905.265.9975 ext 128.

Private User
Private User
Private User reviews Toronto, ON
10/10

Patio Door

I had Window City's patio fir installed in our home. Operates extremely well. The service provided was outstanding. We will most definitely be recommending Window City products to friends and family.

Approximate cost of services:
$3,000.00
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Bob in Woodbridge
Bob in Woodbridge
3 reviews Vaughan, ON
0/10

Entry door

I bought a fibreglass entry door from Windowcity on 27.08.2015 and was supposed to receive it within 6 weeks. After about 3 months finally the door was installed. The look of the door was nice in the beginning but after a couple of days the door started to show some white stains on a cold day, when I started checking the stains by rubbing my fingers on them I realized that the stain isn't sealed and is not fixed and by rubbing the door with your fingers the colour goes off easily . I immediately contacted the salesperson and was promised an urgent service to check the matter. Still after a week I am waiting for the service department.

Approximate cost of services:
$5,000.00
1 of 2 people found this review helpful.
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Company Response

Dear Bob, We are sorry to hear about your unfortunate experience. We really appreciate your feedback. The stained double door was purchased through our sales representative, Majid, and was delivered on November 6th, 2015. Shortly after, a complaint to our service department was made in regards to the stain issue (top clear coat became cloudy in some spots). Our service department had notified you that it would take 4-6 weeks for the stain to completely cure. When we came back from our year-end shutdown, our service department received a complaint that the stain issue was getting worse. They had then notified you that we can bring the door panels back to the factory to be re-stained during spring time once we have better weather conditions for staining/painting. However, this solution was not accepted. Our service department called you on January 15th to discuss your concerns but received a notification that you are out of town until Wednesday evening of the following week. We will have our service department contact you once you are back in town. I will also supply you with a contact name and phone number if you wish to contact us directly. The contacts are as follows: Service Coordinator & Technical Support: Gerry Quebral: 905-265-9975 xt 138. gerry@windowcity.com - Feel free to contact me directly as well: Marketing/Customer Relations Department: 905-265-9975 xt 128.

Sean in Woodbridge
Sean in Woodbridge
2 reviews Toronto, ON
0/10

Patio Doors

DO NOT BUY FROM THEM!!! I had sliding doors installed last year, in which the locking mechanism broke. I have since emailed and called a number of times, none of which were ever answered or responded to. Their customers service is non-existant. Stay away!!!!!!

Approximate cost of services:
$1,500.00
1 of 2 people found this review helpful.
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Company Response

Dear Sean. We are sorry to hear about your unfortunate experience. We really appreciate your feedback, and hope you do give us a chance to make it right! We searched through our database and were unable to find any service requests or emails in regards to this matter. Could we kindly ask that you send us further information to the following email. I will also supply you with a contact name and phone number if you wish to contact us directly. The contacts are as follows: Service Coordinator & Technical Support: Gerry Quebral: 905-265-9975 xt 138. gerry@windowcity.com - Feel free to contact me directly as well: Marketing/Customer Relations Department: 905-265-9975 xt 128. info@windowcity.com - Thanks again for your feedback. Sincerely, info@windowcity.com

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More about Window City

Window City is one of Canada's largest window and door manufacturers who's mission is to provide Canadians with the most technically advanced products on the market.

Our family owned business has won multiple industry awards and endeavours to keep your family safe and comfortable with one of North America's most robust warranties. We do not provide installation, only great windows!

CATEGORIES
Windows & Doors Installation & Service
PRODUCTS
New construction windows, retrofit windows, replacement windows, vinyl windows, bedroom windows, bathroom windows, kitchen windows, new construction doors, retrofit doors, replacement doors, exterior doors, patio doors, french doors, entry doors, front doors, vinyl doors, steel doors, fiberglass doors, window hardware, window accessories, door hardware, door accessories.
SERVICES
Warranty service. Window Manufacturer
STYLES
Heritage Collection, Heritage Plus Collection, Heritage Maximum Collection, Classic Collection, Ultra Patio Door Sliding Collection, Ultra Patio Door Swing Collection, Lifetime Entry Door Collection, Classic Entry Door Collection.
SPECIALITIES
Vinyl windows and doors.
WEBSITE
http://www.windowcity.com
YEAR ESTABLISHED
1992
NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES
190
PAYMENT METHOD
Cash or Cheque
MEMBERSHIPS
Energy Star, AAMA, NFRC, CSA, Fenestration Canada, Health Smart Windows, Intertek Warnock Hersey, SA
WORKERS COMPENSATION
Yes
WRITTEN CONTRACT
Yes
WARRANTY TERMS
Non Prorated Lifetime Warrenty
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