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21 Years In Business

Company Details

  • Verified Licenses

Contact

6950 Philips Highway, Suite 1
Jacksonville, FL 32216
http://www.universalwindowsjacksonville.com/

Hours

  • Mon: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tue: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wed: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thu: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Fri: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Sat: Open 24 Hours
  • Sun: Open 24 Hours
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Achievements

Service Details

  • Small Jobs Welcome

Areas of Expertise

  • Doors (Exterior) - Install or Replace
  • New Windows - Multiple 2 - 6+
  • Lanai Conversions
  • Sunrooms
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Cost Information

  • Free Estimates
  • Warranty Offered
  • Credit Cards Accepted

Ratings

4.9
19 Verified Reviews
  • 5
    18
  • 4
    1
  • 3
    0
  • 2
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  • 1
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Highly rated for

  • Quality
  • Value
  • Customer Service
Showing 1-10 of 19 results
5.0 Ann H. Jacksonville, FL
7/24/2023

My project was both windows and doors. Ray and his team were great to work with and no issues during the install. His team were very neat and never left any mess at all. I was especially pleased when I received my first electric bill as with the extreme heat recently I expected, based on past experience, to have a huge increase in my bill and increase was was $25. Which mostly was due to the sprinkler system and adding water to the pool. I'm very glad with my decision to go with Preferred Upgrades.

Response from Company:

Thank you Ann! We really appreciate your kind words and are glad you love your new windows and doors!

5.0 Temali M. Gainesville, FL
2/3/2023

Preferred Upgrades did a great job installing new windows throughout my condo in Riverside. They took care of making sure my permits with the city were taken care of, and my point of contact, Ray, was very helpful. He responded quickly to phone calls, texts and e-mails. He kept me informed of the process throughout. I would recommend them to my friends and family, and I would use them again for other window projects.

Response from Company:

Thank you so much! We greatly appreciate your kind words and thank you for your business!

5.0 Kathleen G. Jacksonville, FL
9/15/2022

We had all new windows installed in our home in April, 2022. I can't say enough about the absolute wonderful job they did. Their customer service was amazing. I would highly recommend them!!

Response from Company:

Thank you, Kathleen. We really appreciate your kind words and your referral. Our business model is dependent on customer success. Thank you again!

4.5 James M. Middleburg, FL
1/2/2019

We hired Universal Window Direct because they had a great price, local company and good reviews from other customer. They were very cooperative with scheduling and coordinating our installation. Sales Manager Ray and Team lead Mike were awesome to work with. The crew worked efficient while dealing with intermittent rain just prior to a holiday break. The only issue in quality of work was not entirely Universal Windows fault. The removal of our old windows was difficult due to the thinness of the glass so several pieces of glass wound up on the ground. I felt the crew could have done a better job cleaning this up. We have animals that walk in these areas so payed close attention to ensure none of them were injured. Only mentioned it so other customers can watch for a similar issue. Very happy with the experience and we love our new windows.

Response from Company:

Yes Sir, I'm glad to hear that you love your new windows. As you know, we take real pride in it. Also, I've addressed the other to make sure procedures are consistently followed. Thanks again for your kind words, it's greatly appreciated!

5.0 Vicki D. Fleming Island, FL
11/25/2018

Worked with Ray to tear down our old screened porch and installed a new sunroom with 7 awesome sliding house windows. Ray, Mike and their team did an excellent job and we are so happy with the final result. Now spend most of my time here. Great value for the job.

5.0 James G. Jacksonville, FL
4/5/2018

Fast clean quality work. We had 7 windows intalled and done in less than 4 hours.

Response from Company:

Thank you! We greatly appreciate the good word. I'll let the guys know what you said. Thanks again.

5.0 Michele C. Jacksonville, FL
11/20/2017

From our initial conversation with Ray Ewing through the installation, the team was professional and answered every question. The project started when expected and finished on time. We can already see the difference in appearance and room temperature. We are looking forward to seeing the changes in our electric bill.

Response from Company:

Thank you so much. I'll be sure to let the guys know!

5.0 Rory R. Jacksonville, FL
5/21/2017

Excellent process all the way through from ordering to install. I had a room that was very warm in the morning because of the rising sun in the AM. After installing new windows, the room is no longer warm in the AM!!!! Huge difference. Thank you Windows Direct!!!!

3.5 Jacksonville, FL
4/7/2017

Felt a little over priced but still a good value.

5.0 Paula l M. Jacksonville, FL
3/23/2017

Hard to know where to begin..service from Ray Ewing was outstanding..he was knowledgeable and very personable..my windows look like a million bucks..the one room with the largest window was the one I was hoping to benefit from having a new window installed and it did..that cold feel disappeared completely..my installer Tom and his team of installers were respectful and focused on getting the windows installed correctly and perfect the first time..the windows make my house looker newer and more updated..without a doubt I can highly and honestly recommend Universal Windows Direct and Mr. Ewing..you will definitely not be disappointed in the service and the quality of windows you will receive!

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