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by tjcarst
Mon Mar 29, 2021 8:09 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Looking for recommendations in Lincoln, NE
Replies: 1
Views: 1697

Looking for recommendations in Lincoln, NE

Received quote for 4 double hung Windows.

Currently 2 sliders 81 wide x 38 high. Planning on 4 double hung as replacement.

Sunrise Restoration
$3800

Any other brands in this area of decent quality to consider?

Thank you!
by tjcarst
Wed Dec 20, 2017 5:54 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Reasonable price on large Okna Starmark 900 windows?
Replies: 16
Views: 11264

Re: Reasonable price on large Okna Starmark 900 windows?

I have quotes on Sunrise Restoration and Okna Starmark. The local Soft-Lite Elements dealer no longer sells Soft-Lite, Only Richlin Hayfield. The Soft-Lite dealer is looking for another local Elements reseller. An hour away, a dealer sells Soft-Lite Imperial LS, but not Elements. I read that there a...
by tjcarst
Tue Dec 12, 2017 1:18 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Numbers on windows
Replies: 7
Views: 6045

Re: Numbers on windows

I have the Okna 900 in my home now, Randy, and love them. However in the condo where in-laws will live, Okna 920 is $4350 - $4500 for 2 2-lite sliders. $2800 for Sunrise. I can't justify the price difference. Can't get a Soft-Lite quote. Rep that is listed as Soft-Lite dealer is pushing Richlin Hayf...
by tjcarst
Mon Dec 11, 2017 5:48 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Numbers on windows
Replies: 7
Views: 6045

Numbers on windows

2-lite sliders

Is there a database where I can look this info up?

Struggling to choose a Window.

Sunrise Restoration, AI .03, Perf Grade 30
Soft-Lite Elements, AI .01, Perf Grade 55
Okna 900, AI .08, Perf Grade 45
Richlin Hayfield .01, ?? Only seeing DP 60
by tjcarst
Mon Dec 11, 2017 3:04 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Reasonable price on large Okna Starmark 900 windows?
Replies: 16
Views: 11264

Re: Reasonable price on large Okna Starmark 900 windows?

They can get 800, but will not. They do not want to deal with vinyl. I went through this with them two years ago when I replaced windows in my own residence. I have shared with them that I am looking at Softlite Elements, Sunrise Restoration, and Richlin Hayfield windows. Okna Starmark are over $1,0...
by tjcarst
Mon Dec 11, 2017 2:10 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Okna 800 DX dealer in Nebraska?
Replies: 3
Views: 15154

Re: Okna 800 DX dealer in Nebraska?

Looking for the Okna 800 again. Any NE dealers?
by tjcarst
Thu Dec 07, 2017 3:40 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Reasonable price on large Okna Starmark 900 windows?
Replies: 16
Views: 11264

Re: Reasonable price on large Okna Starmark 900 windows?

few observations... - $2500 is low for a high end sliding door. In fact, very low if that door has a painted exterior - The Okna door is vinyl, the Starmark is composite. This difference should be factored as well. I'd press this company for a vinyl offering from Okna to get a more apples to apples...
by tjcarst
Wed Dec 06, 2017 3:46 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Reasonable price on large Okna Starmark 900 windows?
Replies: 16
Views: 11264

Re: Reasonable price on large Okna Starmark 900 windows?

There is a high upcharge for a custom color, is the reason I was given for high price of Okna. Outside must be tan to match rest of condo. Price has been lowered to $4350 due to end of year push for sales. Sunrise from Nebraskaland is $2500 and they tend to get positive reviews. My Okna patio door w...
by tjcarst
Fri Dec 01, 2017 1:46 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Reasonable price on large Okna Starmark 900 windows?
Replies: 16
Views: 11264

Re: Reasonable price on large Okna Starmark 900 windows?

So I am assuming $5,000 is a good price then for 2 slider windows of 81.5 by 38 inches?

I will look at other Windows. This reseller only sells this brand and line.

There is a dealer that sells Sunrise Restoration. Anywhere close in quality/performance?
by tjcarst
Fri Dec 01, 2017 11:28 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Reasonable price on large Okna Starmark 900 windows?
Replies: 16
Views: 11264

Re: Reasonable price on large Okna Starmark 900 windows?

Sorry - 2-lite slider windows in a condo with 8 ft ceilings. No precarious install that I can see. Replacing existing vinyl windows that are impossible to latch closed without 3 people assisting. Building new in 2005. Window frames will be removed and reinstalled, so assume full install, not insert....
by tjcarst
Thu Nov 30, 2017 5:46 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Reasonable price on large Okna Starmark 900 windows?
Replies: 16
Views: 11264

Reasonable price on large Okna Starmark 900 windows?

2 Windows.

Opening approximately 81.5 wide by 38 high.

$5000.
by tjcarst
Fri Jan 08, 2016 11:07 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Okna Starmark 900 vs Pella Impervia replacement windos
Replies: 29
Views: 24327

Re: Okna Starmark 900 vs Pella Impervia replacement windos

Good to know foot lock can be added at any time.

It was supposed to arrive with the doors. Just received a call it did not.

I feel bad, things keep going wrong. At least they are trying to make things right.

Mistakes happen. It is how you handle them that matters.
by tjcarst
Thu Jan 07, 2016 8:03 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Okna Starmark 900 vs Pella Impervia replacement windos
Replies: 29
Views: 24327

Re: Okna Starmark 900 vs Pella Impervia replacement windos

Thanks for everyone's advice and reassurances. Installer is coming out tomorrow (1/7/16) to replace the frosted glass in the patio door that was ordered by mistake, replace a screen that was ripped before arrival, check the window seals, and install a foot lock. When the patio door was first install...
by tjcarst
Wed Jan 06, 2016 10:49 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Okna Starmark 900 vs Pella Impervia replacement windos
Replies: 29
Views: 24327

Re: Okna Starmark 900 vs Pella Impervia replacement windos

Mid 30's. Some seem better than others. Could be wind direction. Candle will flicker.

Installer returning for some finish work this Friday, wanted to ask about the seals.
by tjcarst
Wed Jan 06, 2016 8:56 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Okna Starmark 900 vs Pella Impervia replacement windos
Replies: 29
Views: 24327

Re: Okna Starmark 900 vs Pella Impervia replacement windos

A couple of windows seem to be leaking air. The photos are from a FLIR gun. Can you tell me if this is normal?

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