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Storm-related outages are a fact of life. In March 2018, a nor’easter left more than 2 million people on the East Coast without power. Hurricanes Irma and Florence put out the lights for millions in 2017 and 2018. New Hampshire residents still talk about the 2008 ice storm that left two-thirds of the state’s residents in the dark, some of them for weeks. How can builders help? Today, builders can create resilient homes that stand up to wind, rain and snow ― and maintain occupant comfort for days without power. Called passive survivability, it focuses on building homes that remain habitable if they lose power. Here are key features builders should consider when planning a passive survivability design: key features builders should consider when planning a passive survivability design: A superefficient envelope with good insulation and air sealingEnergy-efficient windows and patio doors that take advantage of passive solar gain and…

The 2019 NAHB International Builders’ Show (IBS) is now a wrap. JELD-WEN had a very successful show, brought home an award, and debuted products on the forefront of the latest trends in windows and doors. Industry experts were also on hand to talk with show attendees about what’s possible with JELD-WEN products. Siteline® Panoramic Gliding Patio Door Takes BIMSmith Best of IBS 2019 Award We’re thrilled to take home the BIMSmith Award for Best of IBS 2019 for our Siteline Panoramic Gliding Patio Door. The industry is trending toward larger daylight openings to meet consumer demand. JELD-WEN’s patented door operation technology bridges the gap between standard patio doors and wall systems with respect to size, operation, performance and price. Look for this new offering later in 2019. New JELD-WEN products showcased JELD-WEN unveiled several new window and door innovations, including new Siteline® Pocket and Sash Pack wood windows. This new…

It’s almost time for the 2019 NAHB International Builders’ Show (IBS), and JELD-WEN will be there to show you the latest trends in windows and doors. We’ll also be hosting a number of industry experts who will be offering business-boosting insights. And you can pick up a prize — or maybe even win a dream vacation. 2019 marks the 75th anniversary of IBS, which each year brings together thousands of industry professionals from around the world to explore the latest building products and services. This year, JELD-WEN will be in the Las Vegas Convention Center Central Hall, booth C5230. We’ll have a coffee bar available each morning and host a happy hour each afternoon. JELD-WEN will be showcasing several new window and door innovations in our design center, including new Siteline® Pocket and Sash Pack wood windows that fit beautifully into any home renovation, combining brilliant design and easy installation.…

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