Champion Opens 80th Showroom

With seven stores added in 2010, Champion Window is opening its 80th showroom this week, expanding its geographic footprint to include Fredericksburg, Va. The company plans to open nine more locations this year.

	The new showroom in Virginia

"We are pleased to announce the expansion of our company to Fredericksburg," says Denny Manes, Champion CEO. "Our continued growth, even in a down economy, is a testament to the Champion employees' dedication to quality customer service and providing a superior product."

The Cincinnati-based company manufacturers installs vinyl replacement windows, entry doors, patio rooms and siding, serving more than 45,000 homeowners on an annual basis, it reports.

"While many internal factors contribute to our customer satisfaction and business growth, we're also seeing external influences impacting our sales and growth," reports Manes. "Current economic conditions and energy costs top the list of such market drivers. We see more people choosing to stay in their current homes and upgrade them rather than trying to sell in a tight real estate market. Additionally, with the significant rise in energy costs in recent years, many homeowners are looking to energy-efficient products in order to save money. These savvy customers are upgrading their windows and or siding to more energy-efficient options which will eventually pay for themselves as a result of energy savings."

Manes also reports that many consumers are making improvements that allow them to take advantage of government tax incentives of up to $500.