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exactly what I was looking for and incredibly fast responce. You guys on this site has made this expericene dramaticly less stressfull. a huge Thank you to everyone that contributes

I know this is a very taboo question on here but ........ I need 2 inexpensive windows to replace very old leaky single plan wood windows. I just have every window in the house replaced with Okna 500 delux(full review coming soon) however did not have these 2 replaced becuse in 5 to 7 years I plan o...

I know this is a bit random, but my installer left most of the stickers on the window glass and wondered whats best practise for gettin them off. Some windows already have residue from the big stickers they removed. I was thinking heat gun, windex, wd40, razor blade, but did not want to damage the w...

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I was between the Verde and the Okna 500. The numbers were close and The Verde came with self cleaning glass. I decided to go with the Oknas because they were 1000 cheaper

I just signed my contract last week for replacement windows. After researching since december it looks like you are on the right path. In my opinion finding an installer you are comfortable with is more important than the window as long as you keep withing the brands you listed. I have seen almost a...

Are windows that are "made by" someone as good as the listed manufactures name? In my search I have seen alot of windows that a made by some of the big name highly recomended companys listed on this site. The 2 I can think of right now are Ellison -made by- Atrium and Verde -made by- Sunri...

WOW could you explain your reasoning for triple pane on the north, east, and west but NOT the south sides of the house? I think im pretty much sold on the OKNA 500 insul tex deluxe package but now im not sure about the double pane to triple pane. If I am droping U factor from .25 to .19 am I going t...

I never realy considered triple pane, I just always thought them to be too expensive. to elaborate on my situation a bit I am a first time home buyer and the 8000 tax credit is going right back into windows. I plan on living in this house for many many years to come so I wanted to get a "lifeti...

You will loose about 2" or viewable glass and about 8% less light when you compare the LS to the 500 though. Everything is a compromise and some people don't like the idea of bulky frame. WOW I know this is a bit old but I am in the same boat. in your quote above do you mean to say that the OK...

Alright, so after weeks of research and every shady sales tactic under the sun I think I am ready to make a decision. I found a 30yr plus 3rd generation family owned business that has actually been reviewed on this board a few times. My quotes are for 18 DH with beveled grids (6 over 0) and 2 4x4 pi...

My advice is be patient. Im in the same boat as you are right now and its no fun. It feels worse than buying a used car. What has helped me thus far during the process is knowing what I want before I talk to anyone else, and keeping a tick sheet so to speak of what I liked and didnt like about the p...

There seems to be a massive amount of confusion over this lead paint issue when doing work on anyhome built before 1978. Can the EXPERTS here shed some light on this matter. I'll start by mentioning a few this I have been told in the last 2 weeks - If my job isnt complete by April 1st it will be SIG...

thank you all for your quick responces. I visted my local wholesaler today that carries Ellison 1500 (atrium) Simonton 5500 and 5050 series and Certainteed Bryn Mawr III windows (best looking imo). The interesting thing I learned is the guy that ownes the wholesalers is related to the local installe...

Im a first time home owner in desperate need to replace 18 DH and 2 4ft picture origional 1964 single pane wood windows. I Live in CT and have had a a few quotes ranging from 7k to 22k and starting to get a bit confused. I appreciate the help of all the experts on this site and would kindly ask your...