Chosen Wood Window Maintenance

What Chosen Wood Window Maintenance does

Chosen Wood Window Maintenance, Inc. is a Pacific Northwest specialty contractor founded in 1998 by Vern Forrest that restores and repairs wood and steel windows for residential and commercial customers. The company is headquartered in Oregon City, Oregon, with a regional office in Seattle, Washington, and serves residential clients across Oregon and Washington alongside commercial clients nationwide. Service offerings span vintage wood window restoration, modern wood window repair, steel window restoration, dry rot repair, glass replacement, energy efficiency upgrades, lead paint and asbestos glazing management, and custom window replication using vertical grain fir with mortise-and-tenon joinery.

The company's core technology centers on the proprietary SLIP (Slim Line Insulating Pane) system, developed over 20 years of vintage window work, which adds an interior or exterior insulating pane to existing sashes to deliver energy performance comparable to full replacement at lower cost. Chosen maintains EPA RRP, OSHA 29 CFR 1926.62, DEQ, and LEED-qualified certifications that allow it to handle hazardous materials found in pre-1980 windows, and it holds the ability to replicate profiles from discontinued manufacturers including Pozzi, Weathervane, and Marvin. The company has completed 50+ historic landmark projects including Timberline Lodge, Portland City Hall, Benson Hotel, St. Edward's Seminary, and the Salem Justice Center.

Revenue is generated primarily through professional services for window restoration, complemented by custom wood sash manufacturing (hardware sales) and SLIP product sales. The pricing model is quote-based with a $1,000 residential job minimum and a 50% deposit required to order materials. Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer via free in-home estimates for residential work and via channel partnerships with regional general contractors — including Andersen Construction, Pence Contractors, and Grant Co. General Contractors — for commercial projects. Distribution relies on field sales with technicians performing on-site evaluations and installations, augmented by a self-install option for the SLIP product through its manufacturer partner.

Name

Chosen Wood Window Maintenance

Legal name

Chosen Wood Window Maintenance, Inc.

Website

https://chosenwwm.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Chosen Wood Window Maintenance is a construction firm that provides glass replacement, putty glazing, and window restoration services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Window Restoration Services

NAICS

Wood Window and Door Manufacturing (321911)

SIC

Services-Miscellaneous Repair Services (7600), General Bldg Contractors - Residential Bldgs (1520)

akta.pro primary industry

Window/Door Frame Repair & Rot Remediation (Wood/Composite) (HSAGAEAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Wood Rot, Water Damage & Termite Damage Repair (Wood Restoration) (HSAGABAI), Window Replacement (Residential) (HSAPAJAA), Exterior Rot Repair & Wood Replacement (Rake Boards/Trim) (HSAGAIAI)

Keywords

• Wood window restoration
• Historic window preservation
• Window repair services
• Commercial window restoration
• Custom wood sash manufacturing

Headquarters

HQ city

Oregon City

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Window Restoration Services: Primary revenue stream from restoration and repair services for wood and steel windows in both residential and commercial properties. Services include dry rot repair, glass replacement, energy efficiency updates, operation repair, vintage restoration, and lead/asbestos management.
2. Custom Wood Sash and Window Manufacturing: Building and replication of wood sash and complete windows to customer specifications. Options include single lite, multi-lite, simulated divided lights, double-hung, casement, and picture window styles. Can replicate discontinued manufacturer profiles.
3. SLIP Product Sales and Installation: Sale and installation of Slim Line Insulating Pane systems for energy efficiency upgrades. Product can be purchased with installation in Oregon and Washington or as a self-installed product through SLIP manufacturer.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Chosen Wood Window Maintenance is a full-service window restoration contractor that repairs, restores, and replaces wood and steel windows for residential customers in Oregon and Washington and for commercial customers nationwide. Services include dry rot repair, glass replacement, weatherstripping, complete vintage restoration, leaded and stained glass repair, lead paint and asbestos glazing management, custom wood sash manufacturing and replication, and installation of the proprietary SLIP (Slim Line Insulating Pane) system to improve energy efficiency while preserving original windows.

Product overview

Chosen Wood Window Maintenance is a full-service window restoration contractor offering a comprehensive portfolio of window repair, restoration, and replacement services. The company's core offerings center on vintage and modern wood window restoration for both residential and commercial customers, complemented by steel window restoration services. Key products include the proprietary SLIP (Slim Line Insulating Pane) system for energy efficiency upgrades, and Building & Replicating services for custom window manufacturing. The company provides specialized repair services for various window brands (Pozzi, Marvin, Weathervane), hazardous material management (lead paint and asbestos removal), and new window installation when restoration is not feasible. Services are delivered through an in-home evaluation, estimation, custom building/scheduling, and professional installation process across Oregon and Washington.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Vintage Wood Window Restoration Restoration of vintage wood windows for residential properties, including repair of weights and pulleys, weatherstripping, and preservation of original architectural features. Targeted at homeowners with vintage or historic wood windows.
• Modern Wood Window Repair Repair services for modern wood windows including foggy glass replacement, dry rot repair, and component replacement for brands such as Weathervane, Pozzi, and Marvin. Targeted at residential customers.
• Commercial Vintage Wood Window Restoration Full-scale restoration of vintage wood windows in commercial buildings, including historic preservation and energy-efficiency upgrades. Targeted at commercial building owners, general contractors, and institutional customers nationwide.
• Commercial Modern Wood Window Restoration Restoration of modern wood windows in commercial settings, including glass replacement and dry rot repair using vertical grain fir materials. Targeted at commercial customers.
• Commercial Steel Window Restoration Restoration of vintage steel windows including rust removal, glazing, refinishing, and replacement of deteriorated sections. Targeted at commercial and institutional building owners.
• Dry Rot Repair Assessment and repair of dry rot damage in wood windows, including removal of damaged material and replacement with new vertical grain fir components. Targeted at residential and commercial customers.
• Glass Replacement and Repair Replacement of cracked, broken, or foggy glass panes while preserving the existing wood frame and components. Targeted at residential and commercial customers.
• Energy Efficiency Upgrades Services to improve window energy performance including weatherstripping, SLIP (Slim Line Insulating Pane) installation, and insulated glass conversions. Targeted at residential and commercial customers seeking lower energy costs.
• Complete Vintage Restoration Full restoration of vintage windows including paint removal, re-glazing, hardware restoration, and repainting to original specifications. Targeted at residential and commercial customers with vintage windows.
• Leaded and Stained Glass Repair Repair services for leaded and stained glass windows, including careful removal, replacement of damaged sections, and restoration work. Targeted at residential and commercial customers with leaded or stained glass windows.
• Building and Replicating Windows Custom wood window manufacturing and replication services, building new sash or complete windows to specifications or matching existing configurations using vertical grain fir with mortise-and-tenon joinery. Capable of replicating discontinued manufacturer profiles. Targeted at residential and commercial customers.
• Lead Management and Asbestos Glazing Removal Safe removal and management of lead paint and asbestos-containing glazing materials compliant with EPA RRP, OSHA 29 CFR 1926.62, and Oregon/Washington DEQ regulations. Targeted at residential and commercial customers with older windows.
• SLIP (Slim Line Insulating Pane) Proprietary window attachment system that adds an insulating pane to each sash (interior or exterior), retaining original window glass while improving energy efficiency and sound reduction. Available with clear, tinted, Low-E, or obscure glass options, weatherstripping, and double-hung balance systems. Sold with professional installation by Chosen in Oregon and Washington or as a self-installed product through the SLIP manufacturer.
• Weathervane Window Repair Specialized repair services for Weathervane wood windows including dry rot removal, insulated glass replacement, and millwork reproduction using fir to match existing profiles. Targeted at residential customers with Weathervane-brand windows.
• Door Repair Repair services for wood doors, including frame restoration, hardware updates, and weatherization. Targeted at residential and commercial customers.
• Insulated Glass Conversions Conversion of existing single-pane windows to insulated glass by routing out sash to accommodate thicker glass, with options for Low-E alternatives. Targeted at residential and commercial customers.
• Wood Window Replacement and Installation Replacement windows for single hung, double hung, casements, and other styles that maintain traditional aesthetics while enhancing energy efficiency. Targeted at residential and commercial customers when restoration is not feasible.
• Steel Window Replacement and Installation Replacement of historic metal windows with new units that match original style and appearance while meeting modern energy-efficiency standards. Targeted at commercial and institutional customers.
• Operation Repair Repair services for window operation issues including sash cords, balances, pulleys, and hardware to make windows open, close, and lock correctly. Targeted at residential and commercial customers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Weatherstripping can reduce energy bills by approximately 30%
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• Energy Trust of OregoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerChosen Wood Window Maintenance has partnered with the Energy Trust of Oregon to bring incentives to customers for restoring and upgrading their buildings' current windows. The goal is to improve building energy efficiency and shrink energy footprints. The partnership enables customers to access incentives for window restoration and upgrading services.
• Andersen ConstructionmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorChosen Wood Windows is described as Andersen's go-to contractor for historic window restoration work. Both preconstruction and field teams work collaboratively on complex historical restoration projects.
• Pence ContractorsmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPence Contractors engaged Chosen for historic restoration of the Salem, Oregon Justice Center, specifically for 1920s-era double hung wood windows.
• Grant Co. General ContractorsmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGrant Co. General Contractors partnered with Chosen for St. Paul's Church window restoration project including SLIP installation.
• SLIP (Window manufacturer)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSLIP (Slim Line Insulating Pane) is a proprietary product developed by Chosen Wood Windows after 20 years of working with vintage windows. Customers can purchase SLIP directly from the manufacturer for self-installation or through Chosen for professional installation.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Marvin Windows & Doors: Marvin is a premium wood window manufacturer whose products (and discontinued predecessors like Pozzi) Chosen explicitly services and replicates. Comparable because Marvin is the primary new-wood-window alternative on large historic projects, and Chosen's commercial bids directly compete with Marvin replacement on cost.
• Andersen Windows & Doors: Andersen is the largest U.S. window manufacturer and the parent ecosystem of anchor customer Andersen Construction. They are the primary competing new-window path on commercial historic jobs and a channel whose Weathervane line Chosen also services.
• Pella Corporation: Pella is a national wood, fiberglass, and vinyl window manufacturer that competes with Chosen on the replacement side of the same historic-preservation bids. Their Architect Series targets the same high-end historic and custom residential market.
• Renewal by Andersen: Renewal is Andersen's full-service window-replacement franchise; it represents the standardized replacement alternative that Chosen's 'restore, don't replace' pitch is built against, particularly for residential window jobs in the same Pacific Northwest geography.
• JELD-WEN: JELD-WEN is a top-three U.S. window and door manufacturer with wood, clad-wood, and steel product lines. Comparable because they offer both the replacements that compete with Chosen's restoration work and the steel window systems that Chosen also restores.
• Sierra Pacific Windows: Sierra Pacific is a major West Coast wood and clad-wood window manufacturer serving the same historic and high-end custom market as Chosen. Their H3 product line competes on energy efficiency claims adjacent to Chosen's SLIP.
• Kolbe & Kolbe Millwork Co. Kolbe is a custom wood and clad-wood window maker serving historic restoration and high-end architectural projects. Comparable because both compete on the same custom replication and historic preservation specifications for commercial and residential jobs.

Regional players

• Milgard Windows & Doors: Milgard is a regional Pacific Northwest and West Coast window manufacturer (vinyl, fiberglass, aluminum). Comparable because they are the mass-market replacement alternative Chosen's PNW residential customers weigh against restoration, and they share the same regional dealer/contractor ecosystem.

Emerging players

• Parrett Windows & Doors: Parrett is a smaller Midwest-based custom wood window manufacturer focused on historic replication and matching discontinued profiles. Comparable because they compete for the same custom-historic millwork contracts and offer an alternative replication source for institutional projects.

Others

• Window Repair & Replacement (general contractor segment): The fragmented long tail of local window repair, reglazing, and sash-replacement contractors. These small regional operators compete with Chosen on price-sensitive residential jobs but typically lack the historic-landmark portfolio, lead/asbestos certification, and proprietary SLIP that distinguish Chosen on premium commercial work.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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