Owens Corning Roof Warranty vs. Insurance: What’s Covered, What Isn’t, and When You Should File a Claim July 10, 2026 | By Pat Ward Water damage on a ceiling tile. A damaged roof can lurk quietly above your home. Maybe a hailstorm hit your area a few months ago, but all seemed fine—until a leak made itself known. Perhaps you’ve …
Read MoreSometimes, we use industry or product-specific language. We’ve been talking about our services for more than 50 years, and understand that not everyone may be as familiar with home improvement terminology as we are! This page is to help you identify the word, product, or service you’re looking for and guide you to an appropriate resource to learn more. To …
Read MoreHow Much Time Should I Expect My C&L Ward Project to Take? June 30, 2026 | By Pat Ward If you know it’s time for a home improvement—from a new window to siding—the worst thing you can do is wait. Often, clients are ready to move forward with a project but decide to wait a few months before starting, not …
Read MoreAndersen vs. Marvin vs. Pella vs. UpWARD Window Warranties Explained: What each actually covers and for how long June 26, 2026 | By Pat Ward You bought beautiful, new windows. Now, they’re giving you trouble. Maybe they’re sticking, or you’ve just noticed a scratch on the inside of the glass. It might be time to file a warranty claim. At …
Read More4 Key Takeaways from Jim & Diana’s C&L Ward Experience June 26, 2026 | By Pat Ward Timestamps 0:37 Why They Chose C&L Ward 1:24 Design Changes 2:04 Showroom Experience 2:46 Professional Installation 3:11 Final Impressions 0:37 Why They Chose C&L Ward 1:24 Design Changes 2:04 Showroom Experience 2:46 Professional Installation 3:11 Final Impressions When Jim and Diana McGrath started …
Read MoreHow Do CertainTeed, Diamond Kote, Everlast Advanced Composite Siding, James Hardie, and LP SmartSide Siding Warranties Compare? June 19, 2026 | By Pat Ward There are a lot of siding options on the market, each with their own limitations and warranties. Maybe you know what siding you want, but aren’t sure what protections come with it. Maybe you know you …
Read MoreAndersen Window and Door Warranties Explained: What they actually cover (and what they don’t) June 12, 2026 | By Pat Ward Though “windows and doors” might sound limiting, Andersen manufactures a lot of products. At C&L Ward, we carry the full line of Andersen products, which includes different materials and custom design choices to give you the widest range of …
Read MoreC&L Ward vs. Renewal by Andersen: What’s the Difference? June 12, 2026 | By Pat Ward The biggest differences between C&L Ward and Renewal by Andersen are in product lines and installation. In this article, you’ll compare the cost, potential drawbacks, and reviews of each company. By the time you’re done reading, you’ll understand the differences and know when each …
Read More5 Mistakes Homeowners Make That Can Void Your Fiberon Warranty June 5, 2026 | By Pat Ward Oftentimes, homeowners hear the word “warranty” and assume that the things important to them are protected. They feel protected by this peace of mind until the time comes to submit a claim, and they find out their warranty is void. Not every contractor …
Read More5 Key Takeaways from C&L Ward’s WXYZ Interview About Siding Materials June 5, 2026 | By Pat Ward Timestamps 0:00 Introduction to C&L Ward and siding material options 1:15 Vinyl siding benefits 1:42 Engineered wood siding benefits 2:13 Composite siding benefits 2:36 Design and visualization tools 3:12 Certifications and Installation 3:50 Financing and next steps 0:00 Introduction to C&L Ward …
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