Champion Chooses Cheviot Family For "Ugliest Window" Prize

CINCINNATI - The Cincinnati area is full of ugly windows with problems including peeling paint, broken glass, and warped and cracked wood frames. As part of their Ugliest Windows Contest, www.ugliestwindowcontest.com, Champion received 444 entries and discovered that tri-state families' window problems go beyond the aesthetics. In fact, in nearly all cases, ugly windows mean energy-wasting windows.

One family described 80+-year-old wood windows that were starting to rot. Some of their single-pane glass windows could not be opened because of its broken rope and pulley system, and the windows were missing their screens. On windy winter nights, the windows would rattle and wake their baby. In addition to high energy bills, the old, ugly windows even presented security issues.

This description and photographs of windows from the Puryear family, of Cheviot, Ohio, earned them the grand prize for the contest - new Champion windows. Richard and Kim Puryear were surprised and delighted when they received the news that they had the "Ugliest Windows in Cincinnati" on Oct. 16. Rick, a Florence, Ky. firefighter, and Kim, a nursing student, and their 19-month-old son, will have eight new Champion windows installed before Thanksgiving, before the cold weather hits.

"It's wonderful because we won't have to worry about my son's windows. He'll be warmer at night and our heating bill will go down. With screens in the windows, we'll be able to open them in spring and summer and enjoy the weather instead of keeping them shut all the time," said Kim.

Champion wanted the contest to bring to light how installing ENERGY STAR®-rated windows with Champion's exclusive Comfort 365® Glass in a home can help homeowners save energy and lower their heating and cooling bills. In addition, Champion windows can qualify for the $1,500 Federal Tax credit.

"Selecting the winner was a very difficult decision for us. There are a lot of ugly windows in the Greater Cincinnati area. We had to consider where Champion windows would make a difference in people's homes and lives. The Puryears' story was very compelling. We are happy that through this contest we can increase their home's value and improve their energy savings," said Don Jones, President and COO of Champion.

About Champion Window and Patio Room Company

Started in 1953, Champion Window, Door and Patio Room Company is the nation's leading home improvement company. Champion builds and installs more vinyl replacement windows, entry doors, patio rooms and siding than any other company in the United States with Over 40,000 homeowners joining the ranks of customers on an annual basis. Champion's energy efficient products and commitment to the green building movement helps consumers save money on their utility bills year-round. Champion's control over every aspect of manufacturing, distribution, installation and servicing provides a single source of accountability for its customers removing all concerns about who is responsible for their home improvement project. The company operates factories in Cincinnati, Ohio, and Denver, Colo. For more information, visit Champion's new website at www.ChampionFactoryDirect.com.