Search found 7 matches

by serviceman
Wed Oct 15, 2014 4:18 pm
Forum: Window Industry
Topic: AAMA MFG CODE
Replies: 1
Views: 6563

AAMA MFG CODE

I am trying to assist a homeowner locate the correct door manufacture, does anyone recognize the AAMA Mfg code MLB-1
Thank You in advance.
by serviceman
Wed Mar 13, 2013 6:57 pm
Forum: Window Industry
Topic: constant force vs block and tackle
Replies: 45
Views: 88708

Re: constant force vs block and tackle

+1. While I stand by my statements that there are nothing more than minor pros and cons to each, I believe that the opposite is true (B&T in the higher end models)... Perhaps the different point of view is due to the regional difference. In a milder climate like CA, you really don't have many o...
by serviceman
Thu Feb 28, 2013 2:13 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Need help replacing my windows in Tennesee
Replies: 45
Views: 28002

Re: Need help replacing my windows in Tennesee

The Interlock may not make a difference in how the Double Hung Window seals, however if you show me a Double Hung Window without it I can show you a Security Issue. I used to deal with Certainteed's Devon Double Hung Windows and I could bypass the dual cam locks as well as the dual vent stops and ha...
by serviceman
Wed Feb 13, 2013 3:34 pm
Forum: Window Industry
Topic: constant force vs block and tackle
Replies: 45
Views: 88708

Re: constant force vs block and tackle

I'm not sure how many will agree with me, however from my experiences your higher end windows will use a constant force balance system and lower end windows will use the block and tackle. Yes I know that is not always the case, but generally speaking.
by serviceman
Wed Feb 13, 2013 2:35 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Certainteed Devon Vinyl
Replies: 3
Views: 2962

Re: Certainteed Devon Vinyl

Ok just to update Viwinco does not have any Certainteed Vinyl or Hardware. However I did contact Certainteed Consumer Services and they have Vinyl lineals and Hardware. :D
by serviceman
Tue Feb 12, 2013 10:38 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Certainteed Devon Vinyl
Replies: 3
Views: 2962

Re: Certainteed Devon Vinyl

Thank You Anthony very much appreciated!
by serviceman
Mon Feb 11, 2013 4:46 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Certainteed Devon Vinyl
Replies: 3
Views: 2962

Certainteed Devon Vinyl

I am searching for some old replacement vinyl, Devon XX sill insert. Does anyone know of any place that may still have some old stock?