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We would like to thank everyone who helped us raise the donation funds for the injured deputies. We would like to send out a special thanks to our vendors and friends who provided gifts for the raffle which made it possible to generate the funds that were donated. Vendors Who Helped Custom Window Systems Eastern Shore Ace Hardware Shwinco Viwinco WEAR WALA WKRG Croci Shutters Yolee Solutions Boise Cascade Again, the Folkers family cannot begin to say thank you enough for the generosity shown this year.

Folkers Christmas Party 2019 Leading up to our company Christmas party, we always hold an employee raffle. We take the money raised by our employees for the raffle and the company then matches that amount. The money raised is then donated to a local charity. In 2017, we donated $3,000 to Toys for Tots in Pensacola. In 2018, we donated $4,000 to our neighbors in Panama City Beach who were devasted by Hurricane Michael and for 2019, we are donating $2,500 to the two Escambia County Sheriff Deputies shot and injured in the line of duty at NAS Pensacola while defending our fine sailors. We took a vote at the Christmas party and the results were unanimous that the money we raised should go to these two local heroes. This is small token of appreciation from the Folkers family to those who stand on the wall to protect us all.

Why Are Double Doors Called French Doors? French doors first appeared between the 16th and 17th centuries. And surprise, they originated in France. However, they weren’t labeled French Doors until many years later. Designed with glass panes that covered the doors, they provided a pleasing look that matched their existing window style while providing ample light.   Why Are Double Doors Called French Doors? Have you ever wondered why double doors are called French doors? You aren’t alone? This is a very common search phrase, and there’s no definitive answer as to why we call them French doors except for their origin. Double doors first appeared in France between the 16th and 17th centuries. Primarily made from wood, wrought iron, and glass, these doors matched their home’s exterior while providing ample light during the day. Today, these same doors are made from other materials, including aluminum and vinyl.   The Benefits of Double Doors Double doors are beautiful, but they [...]

Energy efficiency is no longer a fad. It has become a necessary requirement for every modern home. Initially, energy conservation campaigns were run to try and create awareness on the need to conserve our resources. The response to such campaigns was not very inspiring, until home owners did estimations on how much dollars they lose every year from unchecked energy consumption. This is why today, many home owners will readily embrace any initiative intended to ensure sparing use of energy at home. But what are some of these energy-efficient home improvements? This article will highlight a few of them. Energy Efficient Home Improvements Insulation A great deal of heat is lost through the walls and attic, so it only makes sense to insulate them if you wish to preserve this energy. Insulation is especially resourceful during winter where every joule of heat is very significant. The good thing about insulating your walls and attics is that there are so many [...]

Folkers Window Company is proud to announce that it has earned the home service industry’s coveted Angie’s List Super Service Award (SSA). This award honors service professionals who have maintained exceptional service ratings and reviews on Angie’s List in 2018. “Service pros that receive our Angie’s List Super Service Award represent the best in our network, who are consistently making great customer service their mission,” said Angie’s List Founder Angie Hicks. “These pros have provided exceptional service to our members and absolutely deserve recognition for the exemplary customer service they exhibited in the past year.” Angie’s List Super Service Award 2018 winners have met strict eligibility requirements, which include maintaining an “A” rating in overall grade, recent grade and review period grade. The SSA winners must be in good standing with Angie’s List and undergo additional screening. “Another year and another Super Service Award. Folkers has won this award every year since 2012, which is a testament to our employees [...]