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by GGobblin
Wed Aug 31, 2011 5:05 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Trying to decide between Alpha Windows, and Tri-State Window
Replies: 31
Views: 23838

Re: Trying to decide between Alpha Windows, and Tri-State Window

The Tri-State windows are GREEN - Saw it for myself. When the salesman had no answer why their glass was way mor discolored than any manufacturer I have seen (Sears, Anderson, pella, Alpha) he realized his heavy pitch was no longer necessary and bolted- never heard from him again. That is not a comp...
by GGobblin
Sat Oct 10, 2009 3:28 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Trying to decide between Alpha Windows, and Tri-State Window
Replies: 31
Views: 23838

Re: Trying to decide between Alpha Windows, and Tri-State Window

Well after the Tri-State sales person never called back after I asked for refrences and address of previous jobs in the area - I decided to stay away from them. Their Triple pane - (.18U) seemed interesting specs - wise- But was SO dark Green - I immediately dismissed it. Also the Tri-State salesper...
by GGobblin
Sat Oct 10, 2009 3:14 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Pella Encompass or Rehau (Target) Elite 4000
Replies: 4
Views: 2750

Re: Pella Encompass or Rehau (Target) Elite 4000

Pella window is overpriced.
You can get much better windows for less.
Stay away from the Pella Encompas.
by GGobblin
Wed Oct 07, 2009 2:42 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Trying to decide between Alpha Windows, and Tri-State Window
Replies: 31
Views: 23838

Trying to decide between Alpha Windows, and Tri-State Window

I have seen both windows and heard both pitches. Tri-State double and triple pane versions. Their triple pane glass looked really green. Didn't like that at all. The specs were U.18 according to the rep and the flyer. Their double pane was clearer. Apha showed me a double pane that had 1" space...