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by KenG10
Wed Mar 11, 2009 5:19 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Starting my own window business
Replies: 9
Views: 3830

Re: Starting my own window business

advanced_energy wrote:just curious "BUDDY", what does a Gorell 5300 go for from a distibutor without installation? double pane///
The salesman from Big L here in Buffalo, who was at my house last night had them in the $400-$460 range I believe. Why can't we talk about prices?
by KenG10
Wed Mar 11, 2009 2:04 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Comment / reviews on replacement windows in Buffalo, NY?
Replies: 26
Views: 18608

Re: Comment / reviews on replacement windows in Buffalo, NY?

Well, I was able to talk him into free Grids, lol. :roll:
by KenG10
Wed Mar 11, 2009 10:27 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Starting my own window business
Replies: 9
Views: 3830

Re: Starting my own window business

Gorell out? I just got a bid from Big L distributors for Gorell 5300's here in Tonawanda NY. Just near Buffalo.
by KenG10
Tue Mar 10, 2009 8:37 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Comment / reviews on replacement windows in Buffalo, NY?
Replies: 26
Views: 18608

Re: Comment / reviews on replacement windows in Buffalo, NY?

I think we might have a contender. $7777 installed for: 4 Double Hung 7 Sliders All Gorell 5300 w/ Energy Master III triple pane glass. Done by a 33year old well known local window and door company: Big L Distributors. How does this sound to you guys? :wink: About right, but I think you could get S...
by KenG10
Tue Mar 10, 2009 8:11 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Comment / reviews on replacement windows in Buffalo, NY?
Replies: 26
Views: 18608

Re: Comment / reviews on replacement windows in Buffalo, NY?

I think we might have a contender.

$7777 installed for:

4 Double Hung
7 Sliders

All Gorell 5300 w/ Energy Master III triple pane glass.

Done by a 33year old well known local window and door company: Big L Distributors.

How does this sound to you guys? :wink:
by KenG10
Mon Mar 09, 2009 4:03 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Comment / reviews on replacement windows in Buffalo, NY?
Replies: 26
Views: 18608

Re: Comment / reviews on replacement windows in Buffalo, NY?

Ive seen the numbers. I'm just confused why a couple dealers were trying to make them sound like gimmicks. Maybe because they don't offer them and want to keep my business? haha
by KenG10
Mon Mar 09, 2009 10:25 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Comment / reviews on replacement windows in Buffalo, NY?
Replies: 26
Views: 18608

Re: Comment / reviews on replacement windows in Buffalo, NY?

I keep seeing conflicting reports on TP. Companies are saying that it is overkill and just a a gimmick. Mostly due to the Krypton gas that is needed because there is less space for the gas. You guys really recommend the triple pane huh? I didnt see any Pellas, I just saw the prices and knew immediat...
by KenG10
Sat Mar 07, 2009 9:09 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Comment / reviews on replacement windows in Buffalo, NY?
Replies: 26
Views: 18608

Re: Comment / reviews on replacement windows in Buffalo, NY?

That looks like a Levitown house. The aluminum windows are set into a 2x6 rabbited frame. A common change in the 12' unit is to remove the horizontals and install 3 DHs, or rip it all out and install a large bow window. Yup, that is exactly what people have done on this street. 3 DH or a Bow / Bay....
by KenG10
Fri Mar 06, 2009 6:28 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Comment / reviews on replacement windows in Buffalo, NY?
Replies: 26
Views: 18608

Re: Comment / reviews on replacement windows in Buffalo, NY?

Here are my awesome metal windows! With bonus panoramic shot of the living room 12' x 4' section! First off, there are 7 of these throughout the house: http://i43.tinypic.com/v5a1r6.jpg http://i43.tinypic.com/25jiidv.jpg http://i43.tinypic.com/2vuefx0.jpg And finally, the living room with the large ...
by KenG10
Fri Mar 06, 2009 12:20 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Twenty window quote
Replies: 6
Views: 3185

Re: Twenty window quote

the better,more expensive windows are actually alot cheaper. #1 you will be replacing thiose cheaper home depot or lowes builders grade windows within 5 years. this includes pella vinyl windows as well as silverline/american craftsman. #2 the better windows render you a $1500 tax credit. a good win...
by KenG10
Fri Mar 06, 2009 12:16 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Comment / reviews on replacement windows in Buffalo, NY?
Replies: 26
Views: 18608

Re: Comment / reviews on replacement windows in Buffalo, NY?

Yeah, there are seven single-pane steel slider windows. There is wood all around, you can clearly see steel framing all the way around the window. I'll take some pictures later on tonight and see if I can get them up here. Even so, the sliders were $800 installed. Once he found out about the steel, ...
by KenG10
Thu Mar 05, 2009 8:42 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Comment / reviews on replacement windows in Buffalo, NY?
Replies: 26
Views: 18608

Re: Comment / reviews on replacement windows in Buffalo, NY?

Thanks for the reply. Yeah, the little 25"x45" sliders were quoted $800 per. When he found out that they would be removing steel windows, it went up to 850 per. Darn steel windows. I thought that was high. Though, I just had a guy come out and quote me all Pella's and the same 25" win...
by KenG10
Thu Mar 05, 2009 6:40 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Comment / reviews on replacement windows in Buffalo, NY?
Replies: 26
Views: 18608

Re: Comment / reviews on replacement windows in Buffalo, NY?

Well, here are the specs on Pace double hung windows. I would be getting 3 double hungs (one oh the models listed, Im not sure): http://s5.tinypic.com/14cxxcw.jpg One of these large 6x4picture windows (not sure which model): http://i41.tinypic.com/2142gk1.jpg And seven 25" h x 45" w horizo...
by KenG10
Thu Mar 05, 2009 9:52 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Comment / reviews on replacement windows in Buffalo, NY?
Replies: 26
Views: 18608

Comment / reviews on replacement windows in Buffalo, NY?

My wife and I are planning on replacing 7x: 25"h x 45"w (slider) 1x: 4' h x 45"w (double hung) Large 4' h x 12' wide section (possibly 2x DH and one picture) About 11 windows if you want to count the large section as 3. First, is there anyone in the Western New York region that can re...