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G.H. Slack and Son

Bakersfield Window Installers
Ranked #11 in Bakersfield | Grade C+
3.50 (49 reviews)

G.H. Slack and Son

Showroom-based supplier offering windows, doors, hardware, moulding, and glass products for residential and commercial needs. Customers can compare options in person and place special orders.

Why Homeowners Choose This Business

Local showroom with a range of window and door options; familiarity with both residential and commercial needs; ability to source non-standard sizes; in-person assistance for comparing styles and materials.

Service Area

From the Landco Drive showroom, the team serves Bakersfield and surrounding Kern County communities.


How This Business Compares

A quick local comparison based on ranking, review strength, and market visibility.
  • Has an established presence within this local market.

Services Covered

  Renovation Services
  Supplier
  Installations
  Window supply
  Repairs
  Replacement Windows
  Commercial Doors
  Door Hardware
  Window Showroom
  Moulding Supply
  Shower Glass
  Mirror Supply
  Custom Windows
  Glass And Glazing Products
  Door Frames

Product supply and special-order windows and doors; hardware and moulding; shower glass and mirrors; guidance on product selection and order specifications; pickup coordination at the Bakersfield showroom.


Recent Reviews

3.50

(Based on 49 reviews)

Customer feedback is mixed. Positive notes mention a broad product selection, helpful staff experiences in the showroom, and good pricing on certain non-standard windows. Critical reviews cite communication gaps, delays on orders, and pickup issues such as packaging or cleanliness. Experiences seem to vary by staff member and project complexity.

Melody is something else ?? no social skills whatsoever. Very cold. Abrupt and rude Just blown away by how socially inept one can be ??

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Noah Figueroa on G.H. Slack and Son

I had a commercial building remodel that required various doors and windows. Their window prices for non-standard windows are actually pretty good, I dont know much about commercial doors and Slack is known in the community for being the commercial door people. These doors/frames are installed completely different than residential doors/frames and I also needed to comply with ADA regulations so regardless of the cost, I wanted to work with someone that would sell me what I needed and make it easy to work with. Well, they are expensive and that would've been okay if the service would have matched the price. Nope. I ordered 4 windows and 3 commercial doors/frames with associated hardware. No problems at all with windows (except that they lost the screens but I was able to go back by a week later to pick them up).

1. They dont communicate well. I had to ask for several weeks for prices. Communication in general is poor and causes me extra work to constantly follow up with them.
2. They take a LONG TIME to load up materials. They do not start assembling and gathering your stuff (some special order, some off the shelf) until AFTER you arrive to pick it up.
3. They blamed me for ordering the wrong door and charged me an extra $300 to make it right. They sold me 2 exterior doors, 2 deadbolts, and 2 door handles. You would assume that the door would come with enough holes but NOPE...that's an extra $300 and another week. Unfortunately, I cant return the single hole doors since it was special order. I went ahead and paid the additional $300 labor charge.
4. I wasn't going to write a review but realized while installing the door locks that none of the 4 locks are keyed alike meaning each lock for the same condo will have 4 different keys. Arrg! I just sent them an email but I am just really annoyed now. They will probably blame me for not knowing.

Next time I will try ordering online or buying from Los Angeles. It cant cost me any more money and certainly wouldn't take more time. Service in the store is "okay" at best. Kind of feels like a shop that has been around a long time, they politely ignore new customers. No smiles, no "welcome in". I envision the store being fat & happy with their existing customers and really have no need for new customers. I really hope they continue to employ people in Bakersfield but also hope a new company opens up more eager to attract new customers.

Edit update after reading response from Owner: Notice how there isn't an apology or sympathy from Owner? There were two condos to my building: residential condo & commercial condo. They supplied all the commercial side. IDK, I truly wish them the best. No hard feelings and no ill will. Oh...and they ended up re-keying all the locks for me at no cost. That's super cool...but took 30+ minutes waiting. Maybe I would like this place more if I got paid by the hour.

Lousy service. Very difficult to communicate with. Order was two weeks late and nobody informed me when my order actually arrived. Picked my windows up and they were all unpackaged and sitting outside with hundreds of other windows. They were dirty, scuffed, and wet. If I hadn’t kept emailing and calling them I highly doubt they would’ve ever even called me about my order. I highly recommend you use someone else.

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Lauren Hustedt on G.H. Slack and Son

I highly recommend GH Slack & Son--huge selection, great staff, super knowledgable (much more so than Home Depot or Lowe's). GH Slack supplied the doors, windows, hardware, moulding, shower glass and mirrors for my house and it looks beautiful! I will go to Slack when I buy doors and windows for my next house too :)

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Rancathren on G.H. Slack and Son

Honestly, my initial experience with an employee was very disappointing.
However, a wonderful employee, Justin, redeemed the reputation of GH Slack and Sons. Very respectful, very smart and very helpful. I was glad that he was around to assist me when the other employee was out for lunch. He helped get the orders straightened out because there was a mistake and while it took my original order to get processed after multiple phone calls and visits with the other employee for almost 2 months, he managed to get the correct door levers in 5 days! Thanks again, Justin.

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Frequently Asked Questions

They are primarily a supplier of windows, doors, hardware, and related materials. Installation services are not clearly indicated in public sources. Customers typically coordinate their own installers or contractors. It’s best to call ahead if you need a referral.

Yes, they handle special orders and carry options for non-standard sizes. Lead times and pricing vary by manufacturer and configuration. Visit the showroom or call with dimensions for a quote. Plan ahead to align delivery with your project schedule.

Public feedback indicates experience with commercial doors and frames. Availability and compliance details, such as ADA hardware, depend on the specific order. Bring your specifications for a more accurate quote. Confirm timelines for fabrication and delivery.

Specific brands may vary over time and by order. The showroom displays multiple window and door lines to compare styles, materials, and glass options. For current brand availability, call ahead or visit. Staff can advise on features and lead times.

Confirm your order status and pickup window before arriving. Inspect items on site for accuracy and condition, especially with special orders. Bring proper transport and padding for glass or large frames. Ask staff about any packaging needs or handling guidance.
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Opening Hours


  • Monday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

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Business Details


Business Rating
3.50 (49 reviews) Pro Business
Address
2741 Landco Dr, Bakersfield, CA 93308
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Business Type
building_materials_store

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