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Waudena vs. Thermatru

5 years ago

We are building a new home in the Chicagoland area. Trying to compare prices and product quality on a new entry door. We are going with a fiberglass door as it is west facing and will see a lot of sun. We have gotten quotes on Therma-tru and Waudena. Waudena price point more reasonable, but we don’t know much about the product. Is there anyone who can attest to the quality of Waudena entry doors?

Comments (8)

  • 5 years ago
    last modified: 5 years ago

    Less expensive than TT? Who sells it? Never heard of it but I would go with TT if price point is important.

  • 5 years ago

    Sold at Door and Window Superstore in Oak Forest

  • 5 years ago

    Not familiar with them but they do sell some higher quality and some dubious quality products. I would be inclined to go with TT those are your only options (just because I am familiar with the brand), however if you can upgrade to Provia, HMI, or Homeguard I certainly would look into it.

  • 5 years ago

    Thanks millworkman, I appreciate your feedback. I'll look into those brands as well.

  • 4 years ago

    Interested to follow if you got a door from WAUDENA. I ordered mine over a year ago- Finally it is to be delivered today- They did have it made last month and DROPPED IT AT THE FACTORY!!!! The follow up and customer service on this order has been terrible- NOTHING- I DO NOT RECOMMEND- They have missed 6 delivery dates... nothing from them , my local supply store where I purchased is trying to get them to discount the door but they said NO WAY- NICE. Let's see if the right door comes! I did think it looked great- I am in the mountains of COLORADO- I think I should have gone with TT........ bad error on my part.

  • PRO
    4 years ago

    Waudena is not bad, they are a regional offering in the midwest. They use the same slabs as some of the more popular brands... Delays are occurring with all manufacturers these days, they certainly are not exempt. I have Provia orders on indefinite inventory hold with nothing concrete to tell customers, again, this is not unique to any brand.

    TT is also okay, but it depends where and when you are sourcing, They work through third party finishers so the assembly, staining/painting, etc is not done by TT. Some of them are hit or miss.

  • 4 years ago

    My experience with Waudena is the same as Kathys post above. 7 montjs wait so far. when i ask the retailer the status of the door its always 'ill call them and get back to you And it takes several days for the return call Today i gave notice that i am canceling the order i think this company is in trouble. and it is also a bad reflection on the retailer

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