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Advice With Casement Window Replacement
I'm going to be replacing 14 casement windows for a 1920's bungalow with stucco exterior.
Basically, I'm looking for exact replacements. The casements are about 20" X 57", 8 panes (8" X 12 1/2").
Definately want wood with upgraded glass (Low E).
Planning on going with Pella.
Any suggestions and tips?
Thanks.
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05-10-2008, 05:09 PM
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Not sure what kind of tips you're looking for, but I will say that many window companies are offering a free low E upgrade right now. Make sure you take advantage of that!
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05-10-2008, 06:42 PM
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Any suggestions and tips?
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Yea, don't use a pella
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05-10-2008, 06:50 PM
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If you're Dutch, you're not much.
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05-10-2008, 07:59 PM
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look at norco
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05-11-2008, 07:15 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by 2ndGen
I'm going to be replacing 14 casement windows for a 1920's bungalow with stucco exterior.
Basically, I'm looking for exact replacements. The casements are about 20" X 57", 8 panes (8" X 12 1/2").
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I've used Pella. Had some problems and they got their tech out quick, all three times. Wish I didn't have the issues in the first place.
I have a custom guy that does a great job, and isn't more $$ then the big boys (Pella, Sierra Pacific, etc...). On a job like this I'd use him.
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05-11-2008, 05:07 PM
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Originally Posted by Jason W
Not sure what kind of tips you're looking for, but I will say that many window companies are offering a free low E upgrade right now. Make sure you take advantage of that!
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LOL! Well, a tip like that is great!
Thanks...I'll look into it.
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05-11-2008, 05:08 PM
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Yea, don't use a pella
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Why? And thanks...
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05-11-2008, 05:27 PM
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look at norco
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Thanks. I hit Norco ( http://www.guidetowindows.com/7x/res...ected=Resource).
They couldn't help me out.
Looks like a great resource for homeowners though.
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05-11-2008, 05:37 PM
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Originally Posted by LaurieC
I've used Pella. Had some problems and they got their tech out quick, all three times. Wish I didn't have the issues in the first place.
I have a custom guy that does a great job, and isn't more $$ then the big boys (Pella, Sierra Pacific, etc...). On a job like this I'd use him.
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Good to know. They have great marketing...but I'm smart enough to not go by marketing alone.
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05-11-2008, 06:43 PM
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http://www.jeld-wen.com/norco/
this is the link for norco .what did that guide to windows have to do with norco?
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05-11-2008, 07:23 PM
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 Don't do it unless you like installing the worst rated window in the last consumer report window guide! Check out another company here in Vermont called Green Mountain windows. Jeld-wen is going down hill IMO. They've gotten cheap on labor and middle management at the plant in Ludlow VT and the product is showing it in tests. They do make some beautiful doors though!
Alside windows is one offering the free upgrade right now. When I see my supplier tomorrow I'll find out the others
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05-11-2008, 08:28 PM
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If your looking for wood, Id go with eagle.
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Like I said...I'm sure you are very good at what you do ~ whatever that is and where ever it happens.
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05-11-2008, 10:34 PM
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I Googled: "norco windows"
And got: http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q...=Google+Search
Thanks for the 2nd Link.
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05-11-2008, 10:35 PM
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Originally Posted by Jason W
Don't do it unless you like installing the worst rated window in the last consumer report window guide! Check out another company here in Vermont called Green Mountain windows. Jeld-wen is going down hill IMO. They've gotten cheap on labor and middle management at the plant in Ludlow VT and the product is showing it in tests. They do make some beautiful doors though!
Alside windows is one offering the free upgrade right now. When I see my supplier tomorrow I'll find out the others |
Thanks. I'll look into it.
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05-11-2008, 10:41 PM
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If your looking for wood, Id go with eagle.
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Definately wood.
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05-11-2008, 10:43 PM
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Definately wood.
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You will not find a nicer looking better performing wood window with more options than eagle
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05-11-2008, 10:46 PM
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You will not find a nicer looking better performing wood window with more options than eagle
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I'm checking out their site now.
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05-11-2008, 10:47 PM
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let me know if you have any questions we are a dealer
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05-11-2008, 10:50 PM
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Thanks. I have questions.
Will PM you tomorrow.
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