Caron & Guay

What Caron & Guay does

Caron & Guay (Caron et Guay Inc.) is a third-generation, family-owned Quebec manufacturer and retailer of residential doors and windows, founded in 1957 in Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré by Roger Guay and Jean-Guy Caron and currently led by Alain Guay. The company designs and produces PVC, hybrid aluminum/PVC, and 100% aluminum products in two main lines — Série Signature (PVC and hybrid windows, patio doors, entry doors) and Série Distinction (100% Quebec aluminum fenestration) — using proprietary technologies such as a Santoprene™ triple weatherstripping system, ISOMAX sealed glass units with thermal resistance up to R8.3, and a fully robotic production line, complemented by specialty offerings such as the HT-9000 lift-slide patio door mechanism (up to 600 lb capacity) and aluminum spans of 12–15 ft. Manufacturing operations are being consolidated into a 100,000+ sq ft plant in L'Ange-Gardien backed by an CAD $11M investment, with a retained facility in Beaupré for steel and patio doors.

The business model is a vertically integrated make-and-sell operation: the company manufactures proprietary products, distributes them directly through five company-owned showrooms (Québec City, Saint-Romuald, Rimouski, Sherbrooke and the new Mont-Saint-Hilaire branch opened September 2025) plus an independent distributor network across Quebec, and captures professional installation revenue through APCHQ-certified in-home consultation, measurement, and post-installation verification. Pricing is quote-based per project and supported by Financeit consumer financing. Customer segments are predominantly Quebec residential homeowners undertaking renovations or new construction, with secondary exposure to residential contractors/builders (Construction SMPRO, Groleau Développement, Dusseault Construction, André Rousseau Construction, Les Constructions Simon Breton, Gestion JM Lavoie) and to commercial and multi-unit residential projects that must comply with the Quebec Construction Code.

The company monetizes one-time product sales of Energy Star- and IGMA-certified units plus attached professional services, supported by a brand-led GTM motion (Consumer's Choice for 19 consecutive years, 25 years of CAA-Québec recommendation, APCHQ Réno-Maître, IGMA and NAMI credentials). Headcount stands at 250+ employees, and the company is investing in capacity, geographic reach, and a comprehensive brand repositioning with agency partner metah.nomis ahead of a 2027 relaunch.

Name

Caron & Guay

Legal name

Caron et Guay Inc.

Website

https://caronetguay.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1957

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Caron & Guay is a third-generation, family-owned Quebec manufacturer and retailer of PVC, hybrid, and aluminum windows and doors, selling directly through five company-owned showrooms and a distributor network while offering APCHQ-certified professional installation across the province.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Residential Window and Door Manufacturing

NAICS

Metal Window and Door Manufacturing (332321), Glass and Glazing Contractors (238150)

akta.pro primary industry

Windows (IMADAIAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Interior Doors (IMADAIAB), Egress Window Installation/Replacement (HSAPAJAH)

Keywords

• PVC windows and doors
• Aluminum fenestration
• Patio door systems
• Residential window installation
• Energy-efficient windows

Headquarters

HQ city

Beaupré

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Door and Window Product Sales: Direct manufacturing and sale of PVC, hybrid, and aluminum doors and windows through company showrooms and distributor network. Products include fixed, awning, casement, sliding, double-hung windows, entry doors, and patio doors in various series (Signature, Distinction).
2. Professional Installation Services: Complete installation services provided by APCHQ-certified installers including in-home consultation, measurement, professional installation, and post-installation follow-up verification. Installation services available as add-on to product purchase.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Caron & Guay manufactures and installs PVC, hybrid, and aluminum residential windows and doors through its Signature and Distinction product lines. The company operates five showrooms across Quebec, provides APCHQ-certified professional installation services, and distributes through a network of independent resellers, with products specifically engineered and Energy Star-certified for Quebec's climate. Revenue is split between the sale of manufactured window and door products and associated professional installation services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Série Signature: Premium window and door product line featuring PVC and hybrid options including HT-1000, HT-4600, CG-2000, CG-2050, CG-2200, CG-2250, CG-2900, CG-2950, HT-100, HT-600, HT-2600, HT-3000, HT-3600, HT-9000, HT-9600 product series.
• Série Distinction

Products and services

• Signature Series - PVC and Hybrid Windows and Doors The company's flagship residential window and door line built on PVC and hybrid frames, offered in casement, awning, slider, double-hung, and fixed configurations, with patio doors and entry doors. Engineered for Quebec's harsh climate, Energy Star certified, featuring the exclusive Santoprene triple weatherstripping system, and sold with a transferable lifetime warranty. Distributed through Caron & Guay showrooms and authorized independent dealers.
• Distinction Series - 100% Aluminum Windows and Doors A new 100% aluminum window and door product line positioned for both residential and commercial applications, including larger openings and contemporary architectural projects. Marketed via the new 'Distinction' brand identity launched as part of the 2025 brand repositioning project. Designed, manufactured, and distributed by Caron & Guay in Quebec.
• HT-9000 Lift-Slide Patio Door System A premium lift-slide patio door system within the Signature patio door portfolio, engineered for Quebec's climate and sold as a standalone high-performance offering for residential projects requiring large sliding-glass openings.
• Professional Window and Door Installation Services Turnkey residential installation service covering in-home consultation, professional measurement, removal of existing units, and certified installation of Caron & Guay Signature and Distinction products by APCHQ-certified installers, with transferrable warranty support. Sold as a bundled service with window and door purchases to Quebec homeowners.

Quantifiable outcome

• Thermal resistance (R-factor) up to 8.3 with triple ISOMAX R+ glass units
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and supporting.

• metah.nomiscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic marketing agency partnership for 360-degree brand repositioning including strategic repositioning, complete brand renewal, website redesign, content creation, and customer experience consulting. Mandate started January 2025 for new brand launch in 2027.
• LS Plan DesignminorOthersArchitecture firm that designed plans for the new manufacturing facility in L'Ange-Gardien.
• Bureau coordonnateur des services de garde en communauté et en entreprisesupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerChildcare services coordination partner for establishing on-site daycare 'Le Petit Monde C&G' in Beaupré to support employees and local families.
• Fondation Maurice TanguaysupportingOthersFoundation supporting disabled children. Alain Guay serves and lends company support to this cause.
• Maison Michel-SarrazinsupportingOthersPalliative care home. Alain Guay serves as honorary president of the annual Michel Sarrazin Day, raising over $300,000 since 2015.
• Cité JoiesupportingOthersNon-profit organization hosting disabled persons for vacation stays. Alain Guay serves as co-honorary president. Company helped raise $1.5M in 2017 campaign.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Fenplast: Quebec-based manufacturer of PVC and hybrid windows and doors serving residential renovation and new-construction markets. Direct competitor in the same geography, with comparable PVC window lines, showroom/ dealer distribution, and Energy Star-rated products.
• Vinyltek Windows: Western Canadian PVC window and door manufacturer serving builders, contractors, and dealers. Comparable in product category (vinyl windows, sliding, casement, patio doors) and in serving residential contractors and developers with energy-rated products.
• All Weather Windows: Canadian (Alberta-based) window and door manufacturer serving residential and light commercial markets with PVC, hybrid, and aluminum products. Closely comparable in product mix, energy-efficiency positioning, and multi-province distribution model.

Regional players

• Portes et Fenêtres Isothermic: Quebec-based manufacturer of energy-efficient PVC windows and doors. Direct regional competitor targeting the same Quebec residential renovation and new-construction customers with comparable Energy Star-certified products.
• Solar Guard (Lévis / Quebec window manufacturers): Quebec manufacturer of PVC windows and doors serving residential and light commercial markets. Direct regional peer in product range (casement, awning, sliding, fixed windows, patio doors) and in distribution to Quebec dealers and contractors.

Broad incumbents

• Pella Corporation: Major U.S. window and door manufacturer with a wide product portfolio (wood, vinyl, fiberglass) and a direct-sales/showroom model. Comparable to C&G's high-touch consultation-plus-installation approach in premium residential fenestration.
• JELD-WEN: Global manufacturer of windows, doors, and related building products serving residential and commercial markets. Overlaps with C&G in standard and premium window/door categories, with national distribution that competes for the same Quebec contractor accounts.
• Marvin Windows and Doors: Premium U.S. manufacturer of wood, fiberglass, and aluminum-clad windows and doors. Comparable to C&G's Distinction aluminum line and Signature premium tier in targeting architectural and high-end renovation projects.
• Ply Gem: North American manufacturer of vinyl and aluminum windows, patio doors, and building products. Comparable to C&G in residential PVC window/door categories and in supplying dealer networks across multiple regions.
• Andersen Windows & Doors: Large North American window and door manufacturer (Andersen, Renewal by Andersen) with broad product lines in wood, fiberglass, and composite. Competes with C&G in premium fenestration, particularly for architectural and energy-efficient projects in Quebec.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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