Made in USA Matters

While we all purchase products made around the world, and that brings flavor and diversity to life, we must also keep in mind the benefits of buying products that are made here in the United States, and in many cases, very close to home. Our economy depends on it and so does the environment.

The cost of transportation is not just money. Long range shipping uses expensive fossil fuel and takes time. Fuel costs are rising and much of the supply is on foreign soil. The time spent in transit can delay a project. Moreover, if more product or replacement is needed during the project or after, the lead time is often prohibitive.

Woodstone manufacturers wood windows and doors here in New England. Our work force is local people who then spend their money in the local communities, bolstering the local economy. We can use native species of lumber such as cherry and white oak, both very suitable for doors and windows, with good resistance to decay and durability.

Is LEED certification a part of your project? Locality is important. Oak and cherry are grown in the Appalachian forests of the northeast. These sustainable forests not only can provide a nearby raw material but also provide jobs for local workers.

Finally, local service is important.

Salespeople in the region may represent imported products, but then it comes to maintenance and repair, this work may be referred back to the manufacturer. Woodstone’s 20-25-20 year warranty is backed by nearly 35 years of service and our ability to respond to needs on the job site promptly. Our reputation is built on that kind of service.

So when comparing prices, consider a product that is “Made in USA.”

 

For more information about Woodstone, please take a look at our video, or examples from our gallery.