Fiberglass Windows Built for Real-World Demands

The team at Pella Sioux City collaborated with Jarrod Smart Construction to identify a window and door package that could keep pace with the realities of high-occupancy, multi-structure living. For Buildings 4 and 5 at University Hills Village, the goal was to meet multi-family code, support long-term tenant use and avoid premature wear under South Dakota’s demanding climate.

Our team recommended Pella Impervia fiberglass windows and patio doors for their commercial-ready resilience and UV resistance. Their proprietary fiberglass frames resist warping and cracking, while the powder-coat finish helps preserve color, even under prolonged sun exposure. With matching black frames inside and out, the product line delivers design uniformity across the property, without compromising performance or increasing long-term maintenance requirements.

For this final phase of the University Hills Village project, durability and lifecycle value were top of mind. The buildings see high tenant turnover, seasonal exposure and consistent use, so the window system needs to hold up over time with minimal maintenance.

That’s where fiberglass comes in. Our team recommended it as a smart alternative to vinyl or aluminum, offering a stable, low-maintenance frame material that resists expansion, contraction and UV degradation. The strength-to-weight ratio makes multi-story installation more manageable, while the composition ensures long-term durability across variable Midwest conditions.

Fiberglass also helps the project meet energy code requirements and supports indoor comfort—important considerations for both residents and developers. In short, this material choice isn't just about initial performance; it’s about reducing future maintenance, preserving property value and helping management teams plan with confidence.

With multiple trades on site and limited staging areas, installation coordination is key. Deliveries need to be not just on time, but in the right sequence—fully prepped and easy to handle once on site. Pella Impervia windows and doors are shipped to spec with factory-applied finishes and standardized sizing to reduce jobsite disruption.

Our team works directly with University Hills project managers to develop a delivery plan that maps cleanly to the construction schedule. This helps keep crews moving smoothly from one elevation to the next while minimizing downtime between trades. Sliding patio doors are installed throughout all balcony units, chosen for their ease of use, wide glass openings and field-proven performance in high-traffic residential settings.

In a fast-paced multi-family environment, install-ready product and consistent jobsite execution make a measurable difference—reducing friction and helping the project stay on track.

The black-on-black profile of the windows and doors supports the clean, minimal look targeted in Buildings 4 and 5, ensuring consistent exterior detailing across both structures. But it isn't just about looks. The finish is designed to last—engineered to resist fading, chalking and UV breakdown in the face of intense sun and Midwest weather extremes. For multi-family properties, where repainting or refinishing can disrupt occupancy and drive up costs, that level of color stability carries real value.

Inside, each unit is built for repeated daily use, with factory-applied finishes and durable hardware that helps maintain smooth operation over time. For the property management team, that means fewer service calls and less risk of early failure, contributing to more predictable maintenance and lower total cost of ownership.

For contractors and developers managing multi-family builds, especially in climates with variable conditions, Pella Impervia offers a strong return on investment. It combines lasting performance with simplified install and design flexibility, making it a go-to product line for high-traffic, high-visibility applications. The ability to maintain a consistent look across multiple buildings—while avoiding costly maintenance surprises—is critical in large-scale developments.

At University Hills Village, Impervia’s impact goes beyond product specs. From the early planning stages through final installation, the Pella Sioux City team provides responsive field support, quick lead times and a hands-on approach that helps keep the project running smoothly. For project teams working under pressure to deliver a quality product on time, this kind of partnership can make all the difference in turning a complex build into a long-term success story.