What Performance Windows & Doors Inc. does

Performance Windows & Doors Inc. (PWD) is a Toronto-based manufacturer of vinyl windows, patio doors, and entry doors serving the residential new construction industry across Canada and the United States. Founded in 1993 and operating for over 30 years, PWD sells directly to builders, contractors, and developers via a sales-led B2B motion anchored by phone and email-based project engagement. The company is part of an affiliated Canadian manufacturing group that includes Vinyl Window Designs (VWD), which operates a 200,000 sq. ft. facility and handles the bulk of residential vinyl production; Aluminum Window Designs (AWD), which provides thermally broken aluminum windows for high-rise commercial applications; and The Vinyl Company (TVC), an ISO 9001:2000 certified uPVC extruder established in 1998.

PWD's product portfolio spans five window categories (Casement, Fixed, Awning, Bay/Bow, and Specialty Shape), the 5300 Series Sliding Patio Doors, and both steel and fiberglass entry doors. Core technical differentiation is delivered through multi-chambered, fusion-welded uPVC frames with 4 5/8" frame depths, Triple Bond Glazing with marine-grade neoprene sealing, TempSmart warm-edge silicone foam spacers, and LoE3-366 glass compliant in every ENERGY STAR zone. Products carry NAFS, LC-PG70, Q.A.I., NRC, and ENERGY STAR certifications. In-house capabilities include sealed unit manufacturing, vinyl bending, and vinyl painting, with tempered glass production also performed in-house.

The revenue model is hardware sales of manufactured windows, patio doors, and entry doors, supplemented by professional installation services delivered by company-employed, factory-trained installers. Pricing is quote-based and project-specific with no public list prices; quotes are generated on inbound sales inquiries. The company's value proposition centers on vertical integration from design through installation, energy-efficient certified product, and competitive pricing enabled by group-level manufacturing scale — positioning PWD as a one-stop full-service fenestration partner for residential new construction projects.

Name

Performance Windows & Doors Inc.

Legal name

Performance Windows & Doors Inc.

Website

https://performancewindows.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Performance Windows & Doors Inc. is a Toronto-based manufacturer of vinyl windows, patio doors, and entry doors serving residential new construction builders and contractors across Canada. It operates as part of a Canadian group including Vinyl Window Designs and The Vinyl Company.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vinyl Windows and Doors Manufacturing

NAICS

Metal Window and Door Manufacturing (332321), Glass and Glass Product Manufacturing (32721)

SIC

Metal Doors, Sash, Frames, Moldings & Trim (3442), Flat Glass (3211)

akta.pro primary industry

Windows (IMADAIAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Exterior Doors (IMADAIAA), Custom Window & Door Fabrication & Replacement (HSAPAJAI)

Keywords

• Vinyl window manufacturing
• Patio door manufacturing
• Entry door supply
• Residential construction products
• Window installation services

Headquarters

HQ city

Toronto

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Vinyl Windows and Patio Doors Manufacturing: Revenue generated from manufacturing and selling vinyl windows and patio doors to the residential new construction industry. Products include casement windows, fixed windows, awning windows, bay/bow windows, specialty shapes, and sliding patio doors.
2. Entry Doors Supply: Supply of steel and fiberglass entry doors to builders and contractors in the residential construction market.
3. Installation Services: Full installation services provided by company-employed, factory-trained installers with above-standard insulation and vapor barrier protection.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Performance Windows & Doors Inc. (PWD) manufactures vinyl windows (casement, fixed, awning, bay/bow, specialty shape), sliding patio doors (5300 Series), and supplies steel and fiberglass entry doors to the residential new construction industry. The company operates in-house sealed unit manufacturing, vinyl bending, and vinyl painting facilities, and provides delivery and professional installation by factory-trained installers.

Product overview

Performance Windows & Doors (PWD) is a leading manufacturer of vinyl windows and doors serving the residential new construction industry. The company provides a full window service from design and manufacturing to delivery and installation. The product portfolio includes multiple vinyl window types (Casement, Fixed, Awning, Bay/Bow, and Specialty Shape windows), the 5300 Series Sliding Patio Doors, and entry doors available in both steel and fiberglass variants. The company manufactures in-house sealed units, performs vinyl bending and vinyl painting, and is one of the few companies that manufactures patio doors in-house.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Casement Windows Hinged vinyl windows that open left or right with a foldable crank handle and single-lever multipoint locking system. Fusion-welded multi-chambered vinyl frames with 4 5/8" frame depths, dual or triple glazing options, and stainless steel warm-edge spacers. NAFS, LC-PG70 rated at 800mm x 1500mm; Q.A.I. and N.R.C. certified. Sold to builders and contractors for residential new construction.
• Fixed Windows Non-operational picture windows that provide larger viewing areas and natural light, suitable for use alone or combined with other window styles. Sold to builders and contractors for residential new construction.
• Awning Windows Top-hinged vinyl windows that open outward with a foldable crank handle and multipoint locking system. Metal-reinforced structure with optional foam insulation; available in 4 5/8" or 3 1/4" frame depths. NAFS, LC-PG70 rated at 1200mm x 800mm. Sold to builders and contractors for residential new construction.
• Bay/Bow Windows Window combinations of three or more units angled 30 or 45 degrees, extending outward from the house to increase light and interior space. Available in wood finish options including Oak, Pine, Birch, and Dark Mahogany. Sold to builders and contractors for residential new construction.
• Specialty Shape Windows Custom-shaped windows including elegant arches, sharp angles, and curves designed to complement specific architectural styles of homes. NAFS, LC-PG70 rated at 1400mm x 1400mm. Sold to builders and contractors for residential new construction.
• 5300 Series Sliding Patio Doors Sliding patio doors with 5 7/8" mechanical frame, welded sash with steel reinforcement, and multi-chambered frame for thermal performance. Available in 2, 3, or 4 panel configurations with optional aluminum sills and choice of dual or triple glazing. Manufactured in-house; supports Argon, Krypton, and Krypton/Argon gas fills and LoE3-366 glass. Sold to builders and contractors for residential new construction.
• Steel Entry Doors Steel entry doors available in multiple panel styles including London, 6 Panel, Soho, Mundo, Linea, and Orleans models. Features decorative glass inserts, wrought iron options, and energy upgrade options. Sold to builders and contractors for residential new construction.
• Fiberglass Entry Doors Fiberglass entry doors with embossed wood grain texture offering traditional wood appearance with low maintenance. Models include 2 Panel Planked, Jasper, Moncton, 2 Panel Camber Top, and Artisan. Sold to builders and contractors for residential new construction.
• Professional Window and Door Installation Services Full installation services performed by company-employed, factory-trained installers providing above-standard insulation and vapor barrier protection for residential new construction projects. Sold to builders, contractors, and developers as part of the full-service offering.

Quantifiable outcome

• Products qualify for Energy Star certification
• +2 more outcomes

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Aluminum Window Designs (AWD)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner company fabricates commercial and residential thermally broken aluminum window products. Specializes in integration of architectural metal and glass products such as curtain wall, windows, doors, rain screens, ornamental metal and aluminum railings. Since 1991, AWD has been servicing the high-rise new construction and renovation industry with thermal aluminum window and window wall systems.
• Vinyl Window Designs (VWD)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOne of Canada's largest and most respected manufacturers of residential vinyl windows, patio doors and supplier of entry doors. For over 30 years has built a solid reputation for quality products, customer service and prompt delivery. Handles almost every aspect of production in-house from vinyl extrusion to manufacturing and glass in their 200,000 sq. ft. facility.
• The Vinyl Company (TVC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProduces custom UPVC extrusion serving VWD, PWD and Vinyl Manufacturing businesses across Canada and the U.S.A. ISO 9001:2000 certified facility with state-of-the-art machinery, large warehousing and shipping capabilities. Provides extrusions for windows, patio doors, garage doors, entry doors, and decking products.
• Energy StarminorOthersEnergy efficiency certification program. PWD products qualify for Energy Star certification, meeting energy efficiency standards for windows and doors.
• Quality Assurance International (Q.A.I.)minorOthersProduct certification organization. PWD works closely with Q.A.I. for product certification and quality assurance.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Pella Corporation: Major U.S.-based window and door manufacturer offering vinyl, wood, and fiberglass lines with ENERGY STAR-rated products. Overlaps with PWD in vinyl new-construction windows and fiberglass entry doors, but with national brand recognition and a much broader product mix.
• JELD-WEN: One of North America's largest manufacturers of windows, doors, and related building products. Public incumbent operating across vinyl, wood, and metal fenestration with national distribution — overlapping PWD's product categories but at materially greater scale and breadth.
• Masonite International: One of the largest door manufacturers globally, with significant fiberglass and steel entry door lines overlapping PWD's entry door category. Operates at substantially greater scale with national distribution into builder channels.
• Andersen Windows & Doors: Large incumbent offering composite, wood, vinyl, and fiberglass windows and doors across North America. Competes with PWD in residential new construction with broader product breadth and significant R&D investment in energy-efficient fenestration.

Direct peers

• Atrium Windows and Doors: North American vinyl window and patio door manufacturer focused on new construction. Comparable in product mix (vinyl casement, single-hung, sliding) and in serving production builders, but with broader geographic distribution.
• Plastpro Inc. Manufacturer of fiberglass entry doors and components, directly overlapping PWD's fiberglass entry door line. Supplies new construction and replacement markets across North America with similar product positioning.
• Vinyl Window Designs (VWD): Affiliated Canadian manufacturer of residential vinyl windows, patio doors, and entry doors operating from a 200,000 sq. ft. facility. Operates in the same product categories and customer base as Performance Windows & Doors and shares upstream supply via The Vinyl Company.
• MI Windows and Doors: Large North American vinyl window and patio door manufacturer serving new construction and replacement markets. Directly comparable product portfolio (vinyl casement, awning, sliding) and similar B2B builder/contractor channel, though at much greater scale.

Emerging players

• Vinylmax: Ohio-based manufacturer of vinyl replacement windows and patio doors. Comparable vinyl window product line and B2B builder/dealer go-to-market, though with a focus on the replacement/retrofit segment more than new construction.

Regional players

• All Weather Windows: Canadian manufacturer of vinyl windows and doors serving the new construction and renovation markets, primarily in Western Canada. Similar product portfolio and B2B builder channel as PWD, though operating in a different Canadian geography (Alberta-based).

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

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Valuation estimate

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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