Vista (Jacks Wholesale Windows) vs. Alside (Hansons)

For all those Replacement Window decisions - just read, review or post a question. You will be helped!
Post Reply
Message
Author
tdhenson86
Posts: 10
Joined: Sat Oct 28, 2017 11:39 am

Vista (Jacks Wholesale Windows) vs. Alside (Hansons)

#1 Post by tdhenson86 »

I got quotes for Vista windows versus Alside Windows. There are 4 windows total. The following are the ratings and quotes. Can anyone help me understand what’s the better deal?

Vista (through Jack’s Wholesale Windows):
Quote: $2,945
U-factor .21
SHGC .16
VT 34%
AI .06

Alside (through 1-800-Hansons):
Quote: $2,766
U-factor .23
SHGC .24
VT 39%
AI .04

Thanks, in advance!

Tim

User avatar
Windows on Washington
Posts: 4843
Joined: Wed Apr 04, 2007 11:21 pm
Location: DC Metropolitan Area-Maryland/Virginia/DC
Contact:

Re: Vista (Jacks Wholesale Windows) vs. Alside (Hansons)

#2 Post by Windows on Washington »

At that price point, I think there are a handful of windows out there that most of the regular posters would probably recommend over those two choices.

You have a decent budgetary number in hand at this point, I would prefer to see something from Soft-Lite, Sunrise, or Okna if possible.

masterext
Posts: 826
Joined: Wed Feb 01, 2012 9:14 pm
Location: Window Pro-Serves All of Northern New Jersey. Bergen, Morris, Union, Essex, Passaic, Sussex Counties

Re: Vista (Jacks Wholesale Windows) vs. Alside (Hansons)

#3 Post by masterext »

I agree, there are much better choices. which alside model does hansons offer?

tdhenson86
Posts: 10
Joined: Sat Oct 28, 2017 11:39 am

Re: Vista (Jacks Wholesale Windows) vs. Alside (Hansons)

#4 Post by tdhenson86 »

Those are the two main window companies in the area. I don’t know of any other competitors offering any of the options you listed. I just want to make sure I get the better window for the price I’ll be paying.

tdhenson86
Posts: 10
Joined: Sat Oct 28, 2017 11:39 am

Re: Vista (Jacks Wholesale Windows) vs. Alside (Hansons)

#5 Post by tdhenson86 »

As for which model of Alside they offer, I asked and they say it’s custom made for their company. So, I’m not actually sure about that.

User avatar
Windows on Washington
Posts: 4843
Joined: Wed Apr 04, 2007 11:21 pm
Location: DC Metropolitan Area-Maryland/Virginia/DC
Contact:

Re: Vista (Jacks Wholesale Windows) vs. Alside (Hansons)

#6 Post by Windows on Washington »

Where are you located (region) in this case?

tdhenson86
Posts: 10
Joined: Sat Oct 28, 2017 11:39 am

Re: Vista (Jacks Wholesale Windows) vs. Alside (Hansons)

#7 Post by tdhenson86 »

I live in Southwest Michigan in the Kalamazoo area.

tdhenson86
Posts: 10
Joined: Sat Oct 28, 2017 11:39 am

Re: Vista (Jacks Wholesale Windows) vs. Alside (Hansons)

#8 Post by tdhenson86 »

I was just quoted $2,489 for Pella 250 series windows as another option. I’ve heard of Pella before and never Alside or Vista. But, I’m not sure if that’s a good deal and a good window. Thoughts?

masterext
Posts: 826
Joined: Wed Feb 01, 2012 9:14 pm
Location: Window Pro-Serves All of Northern New Jersey. Bergen, Morris, Union, Essex, Passaic, Sussex Counties

Re: Vista (Jacks Wholesale Windows) vs. Alside (Hansons)

#9 Post by masterext »

No one is going to recommend pella. You have Sunrise windows in your backyard and soft lite is in ohio. 2 very respected windows.

tdhenson86
Posts: 10
Joined: Sat Oct 28, 2017 11:39 am

Re: Vista (Jacks Wholesale Windows) vs. Alside (Hansons)

#10 Post by tdhenson86 »

I’m obviosuly new at this. How do I find someone who installs either of those?

User avatar
Windows on Washington
Posts: 4843
Joined: Wed Apr 04, 2007 11:21 pm
Location: DC Metropolitan Area-Maryland/Virginia/DC
Contact:

Re: Vista (Jacks Wholesale Windows) vs. Alside (Hansons)

#11 Post by Windows on Washington »

Best bet would be to contact Sunrise directly and see who their dealer in your area is. They might have a dealer locator on their website as well.

Post Reply