2023 Best of the Best Winner: Woodland Windows & Doors
Every year, as part of the Daily Herald Media Group's Readers' Choice program, we ask readers to vote for their favorites in more than 200 categories, including the areas of dining, entertainment, business, shopping, places and people. This year, readers responded with more than 63,000 votes, which we narrowed down to the top vote-getters in each category, and featured in our "Top Picks" special section.
Readers voted again for their favorites - 100,000 votes! - to narrow it down to the 2023 Readers' Choice Best of the Best Winners! We are proud to showcase some of these winners with more information about who they are and what they offer.
2023 Best of the Best Winner: Woodland Windows & Doors
Categories:
• 2023 Best Door & Window Replacement
Describe your business and/or services.
Woodland selects products from the best manufacturers in the country because we know what matters. We stand behind every window or door we sell and our employees act with integrity to serve customers.
What do customers say they like about the way you do business?
Their experience with Woodland is exceptional. From the first visit to the beautiful showroom, to the day the windows and doors are installed, each associate is patient, personable, and provides exemplary customer service. Especially appreciate the time it takes to explain the options and choices, not just for the door selection but installation as well. The communication throughout the waiting period is consistent and any calls/emails we responded to quickly. The end product is not only beautiful, but also more energy efficient.
What have you learned over the years that helps make your business a Readers' Choice- Best of the Best pick?
To always treat our customers with honesty and we take pride in our installation.
What makes your business or service unique?
Woodland has been family owned and operated for over 54 years. We also have been known to be very innovative in our work. Our workmanship varies from residential homes all the way to high rise condominiums so Woodland have very skilled professionals in our business.
Why do you think you were voted a Readers' Choice Best of the Best?
We believe we were chosen Readers' Choice Best of the Best for our character, craftsmanship and loyal customers who refer us year after year to others.
What's the hottest trend in your industry?
Minimalist and Modern Designs: Contemporary architectural trends have favored minimalist and modern designs, which has influenced window and door styles. Sleek and uncluttered designs, often with larger glass surfaces, have been in demand. As far as color, black has been the hottest color in the window and door market.
Does your company donate time or money to any philanthropic causes? If so, what causes?
Woodland donates to over 30 charities, with some larger ones such as Samaritan's Purse, CBN WorldReach, TurningPoint USA, Waterleaf Women's Center, Northern Illinois Food Bank, C.O.P.S. (Concerns of Police Survivors).
What community involvement does your business participate in?
Woodland donates and takes part in local events. This year, Woodland sponsored Jacob's Farm Fun Run 5K to raise money for Hilltop Elementary School in Streamwood, and we often give to small local businesses or not-for-profits.
What do you do to make your business a good place to work for your employees?
One of Woodland's core values is family. We prioritize our employees' families and also treat our employees as one of the Woodland family. Many in the company would say that they feel like they are more than an employee at Woodland because of the way they are treated with honor and respect individually.
What is one interesting fact about your company that most people may not know?
Woodland has been on the same corner in Roselle since 1969 and is family owned and operated.