Kurt Westwell
WHEN TRUST IS A PRIORITY
...FENDOR IS YOUR CLEAR CHOICE! Some of Ottawa’s most attractive homes owe their good looks to Fendor Glass & Aluminum. Founded in 1941 as a manufacturer of wooden garage doors, the company next became well known for its top quality aluminium windows. These successes were followed by Fendock, their aluminium dock and accessory system that has become the gold standard in Eastern Canada and beyond. Current owner Greg Westwell is pleased to carry on his father’s legacy and equally proud that Fendor is still a family business, employing his wife, sister and three sons in addition to many others (son Kurt pictured). The company’s extensive product line now includes commercial and residential windows, entranceways, garage doors and more. Fendor’s success has been built on the quality of its
products. “While we place tremendous emphasis on maintaining the highest manufacturing standards, being innovative in terms of product development is equally important to us,” attests owner Greg Westwell. “Offering the best customer service possible has helped make us a leader in a very competitive industry and I think it’s one of the reasons we have so much repeat business, particularly among contractors. Some of our installers have been with us for decades; I think that speaks volumes about the kind of company we are.” Fendor’s low-maintenance, energy-efficient windows are among its most popular products, favoured in both contemporary-style homes and commercial buildings as well as by those seeking to replicate the character of older homes under renovation. “We
choose to offer a broad range of styles, including a new line of high quality Martin products, so that customers do not have to sacrifice on appearance to achieve the value and environmental savings offered by new windows. We are always on the lookout for new products to bring to the Ottawa area,”offers Kurt. Greg notes that replacement doors are an easy way to dramatically enhance your home’s curb appeal. “Having an attractive entranceway is important because the front door is the first thing everyone visiting your home sees, up close. Doors now come in lots of different styles and colours; everything can be customized in terms of size and we also have a wide variety of glass packages to choose from. It’s easier than ever to transform your home’s front entrance into a real
statement, and if you wish, we can create a custom garage door to match.” In addition to offering tremendous aesthetic appeal, today’s doors provide enhanced safety as well. From multi-point locks, built in security plates and more, it’s no longer necessary to compromise on looks to have a secure front door. Whether you are looking at replacement doors, windows or even a new garage door to complement your home, Fendor’s skilled staff always visit your house to assess the specifics of your installation and recommend the most appropriate products, before taking multiple, detailed measurements. “We offer many different kinds of glass, window trim and more so it’s important for us to consider the home’s overall appearance and
orientation when determining the right products for you to get the best look and maximum energy efficiency,” Kurt affirms. “Every time we install new doors or windows, we are as thrilled about the transformation as the homeowner. Most people are just amazed with the improved appearance as it makes the house look so fresh and new,” says Kurt. “People are generally quite surprised at how inexpensive updating doors and windows can be, plus it is an investment that pays dividends for so many years. With the calibre of our products, new windows or doors will easily last you twenty to thirty years, or more.” After decades in Westboro, Fendor relocated last year to a larger space on Auriga Drive in Nepean, home to both a gorgeous showroom and a modern manufacturing facility. Visit them soon to view their extensive range of products and have them help you plan your home’s transformation.
FALL 2013 ottawaathome.ca 55 Fendor Glass & Aluminum is at 46 Auriga Drive; 613.722.6581. www.fendor.ca and www.fendock.com