Business Details
33 Years
experience
Expert Historic Window Restoration Services
Re View Windows Historic Window Company has been a leader in historic window restoration and manufacturing since 1993. Our team combines decades of industry experience with proprietary techniques to restore and replicate wood, steel, and bronze windows for historically significant structures. We serve governments, businesses, cultural institutions, and private clients, offering tailored solutions from initial site surveys to final installation. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our investment in advanced manufacturing equipment and rigorous training programs for field carpenters. With projects spanning state capitols, federal courthouses, and cultural landmarks, we prioritize preserving architectural integrity while enhancing performance to meet modern standards.Our expertise in historical design, coupled with a vast database of window profiles, ensures accurate replication even when original documentation is limited. We collaborate directly with architects, contractors, and preservation specialists to address every phase of a project, from bid to completion. Our facilities in Kansas City support large-scale commercial operations, and our network of partners extends our capabilities nationwide. This dedication to craftsmanship, innovation, and client collaboration has solidified our reputation as one of the largest and most sophisticated historic window companies in the United States.
Services
Window Replication
Window Restoration
Field Installation
Historical Window Consulting
Site Surveys
Window Design Services
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in historic window restoration and manufacturing.
- Our proprietary techniques ensure accurate replication of original window systems.
- We serve government, commercial, and cultural clients nationwide with large-scale projects.
- Our team includes experts in historical design, wood species, and glazing options.
- We invest in advanced equipment and training for superior quality and efficiency.
Services
Window Replication
Re View Windows replicates historic wood windows using computerized equipment to match original dimensions, profiles, and joinery. Our process ensures durability and authenticity for structures requiring historically accurate replacements. We work with materials like Accoya wood and Sapele Mahogany to meet performance needs.
Window Restoration
Our team restores wood, steel, and bronze windows through lead paint removal, structural repairs, and finish applications. Techniques include epoxy treatments, glazing, and powder coating to extend window lifespan while maintaining historical accuracy for centuries-old structures.
Field Installation
Re View Windows provides skilled field installation for complex window systems, including high-rise or oversized units. Our trained carpenters handle installations of all scales, ensuring proper fit and functionality while preserving architectural details in historic buildings.
Historical Window Consulting
We consult on historical window design, materials, and restoration methods. Our expertise includes era-specific construction techniques and creating restoration plans that balance authenticity with modern performance requirements for architects and preservation specialists.
Site Surveys
Our team conducts physical site surveys to document existing window conditions, validate measurements, and create detailed reports. This process identifies restoration needs and informs budgeting and design for historic window projects requiring precise planning.
People
Miles Franz
President/Owner
Miles Franz acquired Re View Windows in 2021 after a career in construction and business growth. He holds a BS in Business from the University of Kansas and focuses on strategic leadership and operational excellence.
Joel McBee
Manufacturing Director
Joel McBee leads manufacturing with 20+ years in woodworking and historic window expertise. He holds a BS in Engineering from Missouri Western State University and specializes in production efficiency and quality control.
Branson Freeman
Project Manager
Branson Freeman manages large-scale projects with 15+ years in project planning and client communication. He holds an A.S. in Applied Sciences and ensures timely execution of complex restoration initiatives.
Todd Maxwell
Founder/Former Owner
Todd Maxwell founded Re View Windows in 1993 after a career at Pella. With a BS in Construction Engineering, he pioneered historical window restoration methods that established the company's technical foundation and industry reputation.
Brooks Gentleman
Former Owner
Brooks Gentleman co-owned Re View Windows and previously operated a Pella distributorship. He holds an MBA and BA in Economics, contributing to business development and advocacy for historical preservation through speaking engagements and partnerships.
Questions
What services does Re-View offer for historic windows?
Re-View provides window replication, restoration, field installation, site surveys, and design consulting for historic wood, steel, and bronze windows.
Do you work on both government and private projects?
Yes, we serve government agencies, cultural institutions, commercial clients, and private property owners nationwide.
Can you replicate windows without original documentation?
Yes, we use our database of historical profiles and collaborate with architects to recreate accurate designs.
What areas do you serve?
We operate nationwide, with projects in all 50 states and a network of partners for large-scale work.
How do you ensure quality in restoration projects?
We use proprietary techniques, advanced equipment, and trained professionals to maintain historical accuracy and durability.
Are your windows energy-efficient?
Yes, our restoration methods improve performance to meet modern energy efficiency standards while preserving historical integrity.
