Tammy G.
Cancellation of Front Door - Are elderly being taken advantage of?
My parents, who are 84 and 85 years old, signed a contract for a front door with sidelights and a storm door totaling over $18,000 — even after a veteran discount was applied. Within one to two weeks of signing, my father was diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer that has metastasized to his brain and throughout his body. His time is very limited. Because of this devastating diagnosis, I contacted Renewal by Andersen to cancel the order so my parents could preserve their savings for medical treatment, funeral expenses, and the many unexpected costs that arise during end-of-life care. Although the representatives I spoke with were polite, the company has refused to waive a $4,273 cancellation fee and is insisting on payment. In addition, the overall price of more than $18,000 for a front door package raises serious concerns for our family. When elderly homeowners agree to projects of this size, especially at prices that appear significantly higher than what many would expect, it is hard not to question whether seniors are being placed in financially vulnerable positions. At a minimum, it leaves the appearance that elderly customers may not be receiving the same protections or pricing considerations others might expect. My 85-year-old mother cannot afford to pay $4,273 in cash, particularly while preparing for her husband’s passing. We understand contracts contain cancellation terms, but extraordinary medical circumstances call for compassion and reasonable discretion. Instead of focusing on spending precious time together as a family, we are forced to deal with a substantial financial demand during one of the most painful periods of our lives. That is deeply disappointing.



