Gold Label Certification and Brandon
Discover What Makes Gold Label AAMA Certified Windows Perfect for Your Brandon Home!
Learn about what AAMA Certification is and what it means for your Brandon home’s windows and doors.
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What Does the Gold Label Certification from AAMA Mean?
A Gold Label is an indication that a window has passed rigorous testing from the American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA), an independent industry organization. Not every window or door on the market can qualify for this distinctive certification.
The label is a mark that a particular window or door product is extremely durable, reliable, and trustworthy compared to non-certified windows and doors. Not every window or door can meet the AAMA’s strict standards for its Gold Label certification.
How Does AAMA Certification Work?
Be Made on a CERTIFIED Production Line
A window or door with an AAMA Gold label must be made on a production line that has been certified by the AAMA.
Undergo Energy Efficiency Testing
Window and door glass is put through checks to verify their energy efficiency characteristics meet specific requirements.
Pass Repeated Use Stress Tests
Doors and windows undergoing Gold Label Certification are tested to verify they’ll work reliably without getting stuck or jammed.
AAMA-Certified Window Options
Impact Windows
Double Hung Windows
Sliding Windows
Picture Windows
Casement Windows
Awning Windows
Bay Windows
Custom Windows
Gold Label Certification and Doors
Gold Label certification isn’t just for windows! Your home’s doors can also be AAMA certified to establish their durability, energy efficiency, and reliability. Get Gold Label doors to complement your Gold Label windows!
AAMA-Certified Replacement Door Options
Sliding Glass Doors
Standard Sliding Patio Doors
Pocket Sliding Doors
Bi-Parting Doors
Exterior Doors
Entry Doors
Double Entry Doors
French Doors
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FAQs about AAMA Gold Label Certification
What Is a Gold Certified Window?
A “Gold-Certified” window is a window that has passed required performance tests at an AAMA-certified laboratory to verify its resistance to air leakage, water penetration, and wind pressure.
In addition to the resistance tests, a window needs to meet certain energy efficiency standards and be manufactured on a production line that has been certified by the FGIA (and passed its biannual surprise inspections).
To put it in other words, a Gold-Certified Window is a tried and tested window that meets strict industry standards. It’s the perfect fit for most Florida homes.
What Does the FGIA Have to Do with the AAMA Certification?
The American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) combined with the Insulating Glass Manufacturers Alliance (IGMA) to become the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) back in 2020. So, the FGIA is the AAMA and manages the same tests and standards as they did when they were called the AAMA.
Are AAMA Certified Windows Hurricane Proof?
The AAMA is an approved validator for new windows and doors in the state of Florida. As the Florida Building Code (FBC) requires windows and doors to meet certain hurricane resistance standards, a window that is passed through the AAMA’s Florida Product Approval Program will necessarily meet our state’s requirements for hurricane impact resistance.
However, it’s important to verify that the windows or doors being installed have gone through the AAMA’s Florida Product Approval Program via their Certified Products Directory to ensure they’re hurricane-proof. Additionally, you should check if the fenestration (window or door) has passed the Large and Small Missile Impact D testing standard.
What Is the Difference Between AAMA Gold and Silver Labels?
Aside from the Gold Label certification, AAMA offers a Silver Label certification. The difference between Silver and Gold Label certification is that a Silver Label-certified window or door only needs to meet the AAMA’s thermal performance standards.
A Silver Label-certified window or door may not have been tested for basic structural integrity, air leakage, or water resistance. So, be sure to look for the Gold Label!
What Are AAMA Certification Standards?
The AAMA’s Gold Label certification standards cover several different performance categories for windows and doors:
- Durability. Doors and windows must meet certain basic impact standards to earn the Gold Label certification.
- Reliability. The operating force needed to open or close a door/window must remain consistent after repeated operating tests. In other words, the window/door shouldn’t get stuck after being opened and closed repeatedly.
- Safety/Security. The door or window should be resistant to forced entry or impacts from flying debris and prevent water leakage to protect the interior of the home.
- Energy Efficiency. Air leakage and heat transference should be kept to a minimum to meet AAMA energy efficiency standards.
To earn a Gold Label certification, windows and doors must meet all of these criteria.
Is AAMA Certification Something I Can Check?
Yes! The FGIA maintains a Certified Products Directory that consumers can search to verify that the windows they’re ordering truly are Gold AAMA Certified windows. You can search by window manufacturer, window performance class, framing material, and more!
According to the FGIA, the five performance classes for windows are:
- R: Residential
- LC: Light Commercial
- C: Commercial
- HC: Heavy Commercial
- AW: Architectural
Windows for your personal residence would most likely be classed as R, for Residential.
Are All Windows AAMA-Certified?
No. Not all windows have passed AAMA certification, let alone Gold Label AAMA certification. The Gold Label is reserved for top-tier products that meet several key performance criteria. Even the silver label products must meet at least the thermal transference requirements.
It is a mark of distinction in the industry and is not applied lightly.
Why Buy Your Brandon Home’s AAMA Windows from Karoly?
So, why should you partner with Karoly Windows & Doors to get your new Gold Label certified windows and doors? Here are a few reasons to order your top-tier windows through us and have our experts handle the installation for you:
Excellent Service and Quality. For over two decades, Karoly Windows & Doors has earned top marks and “Best of the Best” awards for our best-in-class customer service and post-installation support.
Top-Quality Brands. We partner with top window manufacturers like Simonton to provide Gold Label-certified AAMA windows for homeowners in Florida.
Satisfaction Guarantee. On every project, we tailor each detail until it meets the highest standards and expectations so you’re 100% satisfied.
Best Price Guarantee. We’re confident that you won’t find a better deal elsewhere. We provide the best quality and will price match comparable products.
Our Platinum Standard Lifetime Guarantee. Our work is covered by a 25 year installation warranty and a 50-year material warranty so you can have peace of mind knowing that your new windows are not only high-quality, but are covered against material and installation defects.
We’re confident that we’ll provide the best windows, at the best price, and with the best installation quality. Reach out to Karoly today to schedule an in-person window consultation at your Brandon home.
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Looking for windows and doors with Gold Label Certification, but aren’t in Brandon? We handle AAMA window and door installations in the following areas:
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