Our Story in Central Iowa
Gem City Windows was built on a straightforward principle: Des Moines homeowners deserve honest guidance and master-level window craftsmanship without the games of predatory sales companies. Operating from our central facility at 2801 1st St in Des Moines, IA, we recognized that the local market was saturated with companies selling proprietary window lines through multi-hour in-home sales pitches while outsourcing installation to lowest-bidder subcontractors.
We changed the paradigm by assembling a dedicated crew of certified fenestration specialists. By pairing brand-agnostic selection with rigorous ASTM E2112 installation practices, we protect Central Iowa homes against drafty cold spells, wind-driven rain, and summer heat gain.
Our Core Values
We measure our success not by the volume of units pushed out each month, but by the performance longevity and satisfaction of our Des Moines neighbors.
Supporting Our Des Moines Community
As a locally rooted business based on 2nd Avenue, we actively contribute to preserving the architectural character of historic Des Moines neighborhoods, from Beaverdale brick bungalows to Sherman Hill Victorians, while providing modern thermal performance.
2801 1st St, Des Moines, IA 50313