I live in Chicago North west subs (Schaumburg). I would like to replace 21 windows that are about 30 years old.
I got couple of quote from sears ($13,000) for their simonton windows and last week I got a quote from renewel by Anderson for about ($18000).
From what I read so far, Sears always quote more and anderson is the top quality window.
Here are my questions:
1. Are the price quoted by Sears and Anderson are fair? I hate to pay more.
2. Why sears is cheaper than Anderson? quality?
3. My first concern is energy efficient windows. who is the best for the buck in chicago area?
I am very new home owner and new to home improvement industry.
Please advise,
need advise installing windows in Chicago area.
need advise installing windows in Chicago area.
Last edited by nagsen0 on Tue Aug 15, 2006 11:58 am, edited 2 times in total.
I am in about same situation with you. I had three quotes; Gilkey, Champion, and Illinois Exteriors (Sunrise windows). They were all good windows in my opinion and ranged between 12k and 13k for 23 double hung. I am not just sure if I need to have these expensive windows or find some cheaper windows.
Anderson you had quoted is wood window, so it's a different animal which usually cost more. If you find some good source, let me know.
Anderson you had quoted is wood window, so it's a different animal which usually cost more. If you find some good source, let me know.
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FenEx wrote:There are several of us here that service the Chicagoland market but the forum rules and admin prohibit solicitation.
The most important thing for me is:
1. Energy efficient, increase in Home value - i.e. ROI.
2. Quality windows for affordable proice range. I do not want to change my windows again.
3. Good warranty and Customer service
4. Good Installation.
I know it is very difficult to get them all.
Last edited by nagsen0 on Tue Aug 15, 2006 11:59 am, edited 1 time in total.
jlee wrote:I am in about same situation with you. I had three quotes; Gilkey, Champion, and Illinois Exteriors (Sunrise windows). They were all good windows in my opinion and ranged between 12k and 13k for 23 double hung. I am not just sure if I need to have these expensive windows or find some cheaper windows.
Anderson you had quoted is wood window, so it's a different animal which usually cost more. If you find some good source, let me know.
I don't think Champion is a good choice. Sears was OK because of their warranty (lifetime) and Some time I like their customer service in other departments like electronics. but I am not sure how good their after work services when it comes to Windows.
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