After years in the home remodeling business, childhood friends and founders William Barr and Mike Strmac, decided to go into business for themselves. In April 2002, Universal Windows Direct opened as a retail location with the goal of providing the highest quality home remodeling products to homeowners at the absolute best market price.

Universal Windows Direct has successfully achieved this mission, with 20-25% growth year after year. By leveraging tremendous buying power, running an efficient low-cost business, creating the exclusive UniShield product line, and developing a systematic approach to sales, marketing and operations; the Universal business model is a proven success.