Gem Windows and Doors

Windows & Doors Installation & Service
Toronto ON M8Z 1V1
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Alex from Toronto
Alex from Toronto
3 reviews Old Toronto, ON
2/10

Windows

I bought French doors and a kitchen window for a new kitchen reno. The salesman made rude comments such as "you're no listening to me" and "your father is a bad engineer" when I was trying to get clarification. Upon installation they broke the French doors and provided the wrong brick measurements for the window. After calling them repeatedly they stopped answering my calls and I was forced to pay $900 to another contractor to fix the window. 2 months on the French doors are still not fixed.

Approximate cost of services:
$5,000.00
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Company Response

Please find our response to the above review. Since it's posting on August 28th 2013, we have made every attempt to identify the customer so that we can respond to their concerns. We require additional information to be able to clearly identify this specific customer. We would like to very much speak to "Alex in Toronto" because we have a Service Care Department and an Installations Care department, and regular surveys are conducted to ensure complete customer satisfaction. To date, we find no record of a report which can be related back to the customer, "Alex" therefore, we are asking for Home Stars' cooperation and have yet to hear from the writer. We remain available and eager to rectify any concerns they may have. Yours sincerely, Spiros - President - GEM Windows and Doors.

Scott in Etobicoke
Scott in Etobicoke
4 reviews Etobicoke, ON
5/10

New front door

Have bought from Gem in the past, and while the end product is very good, getting to the end of the job can be very frustrating. Recently ordered a new front door. When it arrived for installation (a 2 weeks after it had originally been promised) part of it was painted the wrong colour, there were two small dents, and the lock set was not the one we'd ordered (in other words, no one checked the order before it went out). So, we sent it back to be fixed and were assured that it would be no more than 3 or 4 days, a week maximum, to get it all corrected, and that it would be installed as soon as the new lock set came in and the paint was fixed. A week and a half later we called and were told that the door and lock set were in fact in, but that their installers were too busy and it would be 2 weeks before they could come and install the door. We suggested trying a different installer, and the door was finally installed a few days later - 3 MONTHS to the day after we had ordered it. It looks beautiful, but the frustration involved was considerable.

Approximate cost of services:
$4,000.00
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Company Response

This is in responce to Scott Watkinsons Review of Gem . As the owner and the person that Sold you the order I am dissapointed to see this poor review of our company. As you stated you have purchased from us in the past and been very satisfied. On this last purchase you and your wife Diana came in person and I spent a considerable of time consulting and designing the Perfect door for your unique look and challenges. I offered you upscale Hardware from California and mixed colour combinations at no additional charge for you. The door was ordered correctly to the manufacturer but when it was delivered to your home for installation it was sealed and packaged from the manufacturer(to protect it, upon inspection we we all were disappointed to see that the exterior Jamb was painted the same as the door , this combination is the Norm ,and the two small dents. In this case you required a differrant colour on the Jamb which our supplier missed on the line and our supplier upon notificationthey immediately took back the door and and replaced it no hassle no questions asked.! The lock set comes from California ( CUSTOM FOR YOU!) You were told this and we have no controll on cross border products that can be held up at custom for clearing. There was no promise of 3-4 days as to ship the door back and repaint the frame and drying would take at least 2 weeks. When you called for installation your were given the first available installation date as we wanted to send you the same installer, Walter is one of our best on custom installations such as yours.You were in a rush to get your door so we sent you another qualified skilled installer. I check the Original measure date and your completion date ( Even with the redo of your door and the Manufactures error, it was within the scheduled time of 8-12 weeks. Scott the facts are basically the same as your on time line and what transpired , its unfortunate that you blame Gem for the frustration when indeed Gem did everything we could at no cost to you to transport the door back to the Mfg. make it right! and still deliver to you , your one of a kind custom door in the alloted time. In your last line on your review you stated," It looks beautiful", I think this says alot about Gems committement to doing what ever is necessary to Satify the customer even in Frustratin situations were our supplier may have made a small error. I think Reades appreciate companies that Make it right!
Hope this explanation will encourage you to re-evaluate your reviwe of Gems quality and committement to your satifaction. In the end we know that you Love your Custom New Door!
Sincerely ,
Spiros
Owner
Gem Windows & Doors

brian van binnendyk from Toronto
brian van binnendyk from Toronto
1 review Toronto, ON
0/10

Windows and Doors installed

WARNING about GEM . Normally i wouldn't write something like this but. I had all the windows and doors installed in my home replaced by Gem windows. I was given a lifetime warranty on the windows and doors. Recently i have tried multiple times to have some warranty work done on broken hardware. I have made multiple calls and was even given an email address to send a request to. With the phone calls i was told they were too busy to do any warranty work. The email went unanswered. It has been 2 months of calls and waiting. This is why i want people to beware of this company if they are hoping them to counting on any type of response to a warranty issue. Don't count on it. This is not an acceptable form of customer service in any business.

Approximate cost of services:
$7,000.00
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Please find our response to the above review. Since it's posting on August 25th 2013 we have made every attempt to identify the customer so that we can respond to their concerns. We require additional information to be able to clearly identify this specific customer. We would like to very much speak to "Brian in Toronto" because we have a Service Care Department and an Installations Care department, and regular surveys are conducted to ensure complete customer satisfaction. To date, we find no record of a report which can be related back to the customer, "Brian" therefore, we are asking for Home Stars' cooperation and have yet to hear from the writer. We remain available and eager to rectify any concerns they may have. Yours sincerely, Spiros - President - GEM Windows and Doors.

EricN from Oakville
EricN from Oakville
1 review Oakville, ON
10/10

Front Door System

Beautiful door system. Quality product. Very professional and quick installation job. Great customer service. Well worth the price paid. We really liked that we were able to see the product in person at the GEM Windows and Doors showroom prior to ordering. Highly satisfied.

Approximate cost of services:
$5,600.00
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Blair Payne in Mississauga
Blair Payne in Mississauga
3 reviews Mississauga, ON
10/10

sliding door

Very professional company. Fantastic experience.
Would highly recommend this company to anyone. Top quality products at great prices. Family owned & operated, Jim & Spiros really stepped up-we were in a bind needed the old one replaced ASAP and they squeezed us in for installation right away. Door looks great-Walter & Dave installed perfectly with no problems. In and out in 2 hrs.

Approximate cost of services:
$1,600.00
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William and Barbara from Mississauga
William and Barbara from Mississauga
2 reviews Mississauga, ON
10/10

Front entrance door

We were met by a very pleasant and knowledgeable sales person who told us of his extensive knowledge of the door and window market (Spiros). He asked us about the style and colour of the exterior of our home and was able to show us in catalogues door styles that would be suitable. He was then able to show us sample doors that were in his showroom. This made the selection process relatively easy. He made a point to show us the working mechanisms (locks, handles hinges and dead bolt appliances). The door was promised in ten weeks and was delivered on time. The installation was made when promised and completed within two hours.. The installers were pleasant, efficient and cleaned up the work area. We are totally satisfied with the service we received at the show room, the advice we received in the selection of the door and the friendly service and careful work of the two installers. We are entirely satisfied with the value received for the price paid for this product and would highly recommend GEM Windows and doors to anyone seeking their product line.

Approximate cost of services:
$4,000.00
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Johanne from Etobicoke
Johanne from Etobicoke
1 review Etobicoke, ON
10/10

Bow and Awning Windows, Front and Back Entry

Had a 6 pane bow window changed to a 5 pane bow window with two casement windows that open on either end. The existing window looked nice from the outside but none of the windows opened and there was always ice build up in the winter because it was not well insulated. The new window was very well insulated with foam blocks and foam insulation. I also had an awning window put in my new kitchen as well as a new back door and front door with a full side light. Spiros, the owner, provided me with the best options for my budget. Gem was also very accommodating to my various timelines as I had several renovations being completed in a short timeframe. Frank and Joe were excellent installers. I am very happy with my new doors and windows. I believe that I received high quality products and workmanship for what I paid.

Approximate cost of services:
$9,000.00
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Adrienne from Mississauga
Adrienne from Mississauga
3 reviews Mississauga, ON
10/10

replacement windows

As repeat customers of Gem Windows we have been extremely satisfied. We have purchased windows and a patio door from Gem. They offer good quality products, the sales team was very knowledgeable and the installation team was superb. I would use Gem Windows and Doors again.

Approximate cost of services:
$6,000.00
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Gary Pirtam from Scarborough
Gary Pirtam from Scarborough
1 review Scarborough, ON
10/10

Window Replacement

The total experience was excellent.
Front End Service from Seymour to consult on the project was excellent - no pressure. They took the time understand what was needed. Installation from Joe and Team was great - they arrived on time and did excellent workmanship. Dollars well spent.

Approximate cost of services:
$4,000.00
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Gem Windows and Doors is Toronto's oldest and most trusted window and door retailer, serving South Western Ontario for over 60 years! Our showroom is designed to offer our customers choices from a wide range of window and door products. We specialize in custom window design and fabrication. We source ...
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