For the past 30 years, Chapman Windows Doors and Siding has been bringing style to your home’s exterior. From siding replacements and upgrades to new doors and windows, Chapman has been helping homeowners up their curb appeal while taking away the stress of the situation.
Known as the go-to company for exterior work in Chester County, Chapman Windows Doors and Siding can transform the exterior of your home with just one phone call. Carrying the widest selection of manufacturers in the tri-county area, Chapman can truly customize and create a look to match what the customer is envisioning at a price point that is comfortable for them. They do all of this with products they feel are of the highest quality in the industry.
“Windows, doors, and siding can completely transform the look and feel of your home, both externally and internally,” said President Mike Chapman. “We undertake a lot of open and closing wall work, and especially open wall work. This involves removing walls and replacing them with larger windows or doors, which can really change the look and feel of a room by flooding it with more light and increasing the connection with the outside.”
When asked about current home trends, Chapman stated that black window frames are a huge industry trend right now. They create a huge “wow factor” for your home. He also added that the beauty of windows is that they are customizable to match your style and aesthetic both inside and outside. Chapman is also seeing many customers opt for lighter wood tones in their homes. Another trend growing in popularity is switchable privacy glass. As technology improves, more people are moving away from blinds for a cleaner interior space.
Locally, the company is seeing a lot of stucco remediation work. This is due to the way the stucco was applied in the 1990s. Many of these clients are now choosing to replace the stucco with vinyl siding or fiber cement siding, which can last up to 50 years!
“When replacing your stucco or current siding with new siding you really have the opportunity to change the look of your home’s exterior and with it your curb appeal,” said Chapman. “For instance, James Hardie fiber cement not only offers three different collections each with a different look, but within each of those there are different textures, thicknesses, and colors. The options really are limitless. Especially when you mix in a combination of siding and cladding.”
When do you know if it is time to replace your windows, doors, or siding? According to Chapman, once they start approaching 20 years it is time to think about replacing them. While they can last longer, Chapman says it’s good to keep a lookout for signs of rot and general wear and tear.
“When windows and doors are no longer working properly, or they become comprised and leaking then you know it’s time to replace,” said Chapman. “For siding, look for signs of rot, warping, cracking, and discoloration.”
Owners Mike and Mark Chapman are no strangers to this industry. They were born into a construction family and by the time they were teenagers, the Chapman brothers had worked on countless projects. With their family roots in Ohio, the Chapmans moved to Chester County in the 1980s. In 1994, Mike teamed up with his father-in-law Jim Reddecliff, and began Chapman Windows Doors and Siding.
“Our passion for excellence helped us grow quickly and my brother Mark joined in 1997. Jim has long since retired. Mark and I have created a strong team who believes and works to what we call ‘The Chapman Difference,” which is a set of core values that underpin everything we do here,” said Chapman.
These core values are seen in everything at Chapman. From customer relationships to supplier relationships, the core values in “The Chapman Difference” are the reason why their company, which has approximately 50 employees, continues to be so successful. It is also what sets them apart from other home exterior companies in the area.
“60% of our business comes from repeat customers and referrals. This is because we live by ‘The Chapman Difference and our mission, which is to educate, inspire, empower, and collaborate with customers on the remodeling of their home exterior while providing quality workmanship, products, and services,” said Chapman.
This collaboration is what takes a vision to a reality. Instead of just selling customers a product, the employees at Chapman take the time to listen to what the customer wants. They use their industry knowledge to guide the customers to what they believe is the best option for their project. They feel that every project should be tailored to the individual. There is no cookie-cutter approach at Chapman.
“We take a very collaborative approach, and we bespoke the process to the individual,” said Chapman. “Some people like to come into our 4,000 square foot showroom to see and touch some of the products we offer, while others want us to come and measure straight away. We can be on the property measuring that same week.”
Customization is key at Chapman. They have their own paint and stain department to allow customers to use custom paint colors for their homes. They also have their own in-house service and warranty department and a 10-year workmanship guarantee. The in-house service and warranty department takes away the hassle of the customer dealing with warranty claims. Instead, Chapman deals with the manufacturers themselves if a problem arises. This is also another way that Chapman stands out in the industry! They take pride in their level of work and customer service!
Chapman is not only dedicated to their business but they are also dedicated to the West Chester community. This past year they undertook a community marketing campaign with both Rustin and Henderson High School. They collect yearly for Toys for Tots and The Chester County Food Bank. At their 30th anniversary event, they raised money for the Gary Sinise Foundation. Mike and his son are also volunteer firefighters.
“We are always looking for ways to do more in the community,” said Chapman.
If you’re ready to level up the style of your home’s exterior, reach out to Chapman Windows Doors and Siding. They are ready to bring your vision to a reality. The website is https://chapmanwindowsdoors.com.
Windows, doors, and siding can completely transform the look and feel of your home!