About Us

Welcome to Schiebout Window & Door!

We’re so glad you found your way here! Take a moment to get to know us—our history, who we are, and what drives the work we do every day.

Foundations Begin

In June of 1980, Dan and Brenda were married, beginning the chapter that would eventually lead to Schiebout Window and Door. Their son Matt, the current owner, was born on June 27, 1982, while the family was living temporarily in Arizona. That same year, the Schiebout family farm was sold following the passing of Grandpa Ferd in February. Dan and Brenda returned to Iowa later in 1982, where Dan continued his work in construction. In January of 1984, Dan took a job in California with a large contractor before moving back that spring. By May of 1985, the family settled onto the Schiebout acreage — the very location where the company’s office and warehouse still stand today. At this time, Schiebout Window and Door had not yet been founded, but Dan was already gaining valuable experience reglazing windows with Mid-Sioux Opportunities.

Early Skills and First Steps

During these years, Dan continued working with Mid-Sioux Opportunities, reglazing windows and building valuable skills. Alongside this work, he began pursuing his own projects in his shop, launching a small business called Wood and More. In 1987, Dan replaced his very first window — a milestone that planted the seeds for what would come next. On December 7, 1988, Dan and Brenda welcomed their second child, Anna, into the family. By January of 1990, Schiebout Window and Door was officially founded, marking the beginning of the company’s story.

Building the Foundation

Schiebout Window and Door started from the ground up in the early 1990s. In 1990, the company picked up the Marvin Window line, expanding its offerings and building a strong foundation for growth. Early on, Dan had occasional part-time help from Erwin De Jong, but in 1991 he hired his first full-time employee, Tom Dykstra. Tom became a cornerstone of the company, remaining with Schiebout for more than 35 years. Around this time, the first warehouse was built to support the growing workload, with an addition added just a few years later as demand continued to rise. By 1991–1992, Schiebout was supplying windows for its first new houses while also serving homeowners with replacement projects. At this stage, Dan was still selling and installing every window himself, balancing work with both homeowners and new contractors. Meanwhile, Matt — who would later take over the company — was between eight and twelve years old, beginning to grow up around the family business.

Growth and Reputation

By the mid-1990s, Schiebout Window and Door was growing rapidly, taking on larger projects and building a strong reputation in the community. The company completed notable jobs such as Zwemer Hall at Northwestern College in 1995–1996, along with many other significant projects that helped establish the Schiebout name in the area. A shop and showroom addition was also built during this time, creating a place to showcase products and meet with customers. During these years, Matt joined the summer installation crew throughout his high school years, gaining hands-on experience that would later shape his career. Meanwhile, the family was also growing and in need of more space. When Dan and Brenda first moved onto the acreage, they lived in a small white house, but by the late 1990s they had outgrown it. Dan oversaw the construction of their current home, serving as the general contractor while also managing office work at Schiebout Window and Door, with another crew completing the build.

Milestones and Education

This period marked both personal and professional milestones for the Schiebout family. Dan and Brenda celebrated 20 years of marriage, while the business itself passed the 10-year mark, continuing to serve more homeowners and contractors in the region. In 2001, Matt graduated from Unity Christian High School and went on to attend Southeast Technical Institute, where he pursued a double major in Business Administration and Marketing. Through hard work and determination, he completed his degree in just two and a half years. During his time in school, Matt also gained valuable experience working with Grebel Construction and part-time at UPS, sharpening his skills and preparing for his future role in the family business.

Transition and Expansion

The second half of the decade was a time of exciting transition and growth for both the family and the business. Anna graduated from high school, while Matt returned from college and began working full time at Schiebout Window and Door. With Matt joining Dan in the business, the company entered a new season of expansion, taking on more projects and strengthening its presence in the region. These years marked a steady move from a small, family-led operation into a well-recognized name in windows and doors across northwest Iowa.

A New Era of Growth

In 2019, Matt purchased the business from his dad, ushering in a new era of growth for Schiebout Window and Door. Since then, the company has invested heavily in expanding its capabilities, including the creation of a designated service department to better serve customers. The fleet now includes five trailers—enclosed, dump, and flatbeds—along with five trucks and a dedicated service van. With continued growth, the business also acquired additional warehouse space on the south side of Orange City. Today, Schiebout Window and Door operates with a team of seven full-time employees, while Dan and Brenda still stop in to help from time to time, balancing their involvement with the joys of retirement.

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Why We Love What We Do?

At Schiebout Window and Door, we are a team of people who truly love what we do. Guided by integrity and a culture built on trust, we are dedicated to delivering quality in every project we touch. From start to finish, we take pride in seeing transformations come to life — whether that’s updating an existing home or helping shape a brand-new build. What makes the work meaningful for us is the people we get to serve and the team we get to serve alongside. With a shared passion for problem-solving and excellence, we are committed to partnering with homeowners and builders to make each vision a reality.