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by bgbrock
Thu Apr 16, 2015 8:07 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Recommended Installers/dealers in Rockford Illinois?
Replies: 4
Views: 3689

Re: Recommended Installers/dealers in Rockford Illinois?

You are correct...unfortunately Dave (Windows4U) does not cover Rockford (my hometown). However his website says that he does have a contractor that can help you. I would strongly (pun not intended) suggest calling Dave and see if the contractor is available to help.
by bgbrock
Sun Mar 15, 2015 9:22 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Full Frame Replacement or Insert Installation?
Replies: 10
Views: 7138

Re: Full Frame Replacement or Insert Installation?

Rita - as a non pro of windows - I can truly relate to your agony of the Sunrise " fiasco" of their convoluted marketing structure. I was there at one time myself. You are considering ONE of the better windows produced by Sunrise - the Vanguard. The unfortunate part is, the contractor that...
by bgbrock
Fri Mar 13, 2015 10:29 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Replacement vinyl sliding patio door
Replies: 5
Views: 4958

Re: Replacement vinyl sliding patio door

Not a window contractor myself, but do yourself a HUGE favor and take the advice of both masterext and Delaware Mike and stay away from any of the big box stores products. There are so many better options that will provide you with a lasting piece of mind. You may want to look at OKNA or Sunrise.......
by bgbrock
Sun Feb 22, 2015 9:21 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Seeking advise for mid range windows selection in North East
Replies: 31
Views: 49944

Re: Seeking advise for mid range windows selection in North East

You are being misinformed, sounds like something renewal would say. Higher grade vinyl will expand less than a home depot type vinyl. The fact that the 3 vinyl brands i listed have structural numbers that are almost twice of a wood window speaks volumes. Why would the vinyl from home depot vinyl wi...
by bgbrock
Fri Feb 20, 2015 6:31 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Seeking advise for mid range windows selection in North East
Replies: 31
Views: 49944

Re: Seeking advise for mid range windows selection in North East

Yes vinyl does expand and contract (slight) with temperature changes, no more than a wood window does (slight) with changes in humidity Pella would be my very last choice in windows in the industry. I have the Original Pella ( which has now been replaced by the extremely low end Proline ) window in ...
by bgbrock
Thu Feb 19, 2015 8:09 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Seeking advise for mid range windows selection in North East
Replies: 31
Views: 49944

Re: Seeking advise for mid range windows selection in North East

What type (wood, fiberglass, vinyl) of windows have you received quotes from Pella, Marvin and Andersen folks?

Just need to be clear so you are comparing apples to apples in terms of price.

Yes, you have named a few of the better mfr's of the vinyl world - Okna, Sunrise and Soft-Lite.
by bgbrock
Sat Feb 14, 2015 9:59 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Sunrise Options
Replies: 8
Views: 7278

Re: Sunrise Options

No ....the base Sunrise (not Essentials) does not come with reinforcement, you would have to upgrade to the Vanguard or Restoration series to get that. In terms of the foam filled sash and frames, here is a link that will illustrate. http://www.sunrisewindows.com/energy-efficiency/ If I am reading W...
by bgbrock
Sat Jan 24, 2015 10:08 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Window Treatments After Installation of Replacement Windows
Replies: 7
Views: 5440

Re: Window Treatments After Installation of Replacement Windows

Without seeing any images....it sounds that you may have had "inside mounts" for your window treatments, prior to replacement. You may be forced to go to an "outside mount" to hang treatments. The good thing, in most cases, you are not limited to shades. You can use mini blinds, ...
by bgbrock
Tue Nov 25, 2014 1:34 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Reynolds Vinyl Window
Replies: 4
Views: 5487

Re: Reynolds Vinyl Window

A post from about four years ago regarding Reynolds (Norandex)

viewtopic.php?f=1&t=4178
by bgbrock
Mon Nov 24, 2014 2:33 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Which is the most reliable replacement window on a budget???
Replies: 27
Views: 18613

Re: Which is the most reliable replacement window on a budget???

is it standard to make a down payment of 1/3 of the contracted price at contract signing?
Yes.
by bgbrock
Fri Oct 31, 2014 8:10 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Reliabilt Windows
Replies: 5
Views: 4029

Re: Reliabilt Windows

Bucky - I did take a look at the video regarding the heat resistance that the windows offer. Where the company falls short is posting the other energy ratings that go along with windows. They MAY do a great job of keeping the heat out of one's home, but what about air infiltration, design pressure, ...
by bgbrock
Thu Oct 30, 2014 9:32 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Reliabilt Windows
Replies: 5
Views: 4029

Re: Reliabilt Windows

STOP!! Don't drink the Kool-Aid....Consumer Report Kool-Aid that is. Consumer Reports is not the end all be all. The windows they have tested - past and present - are only the tip of the iceberg. Consumer Reports has A LOT of testing to do in order to have a CONCLUSIVE report. Lots of windows so lit...
by bgbrock
Sat Aug 30, 2014 4:01 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Stanek Windows
Replies: 14
Views: 15972

Re: Stanek Windows

You are correct, it is a solid window. The only downside - it has a pocket sill, as opposed to a sloped sill.
by bgbrock
Sun Aug 10, 2014 2:00 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Deployed Marine Requests A Little Help
Replies: 7
Views: 7695

Re: Deployed Marine Requests A Little Help

Thank you for serving this great country! Milgard is a pretty decent window, however I , personally, am not a fan of any window that the big box stores sell, in this case Reliabilt. The old adage - you get what you pay for - really holds true in the window industry. You may want to check out Anlin w...
by bgbrock
Sun Jul 06, 2014 3:47 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Help!!! too many choices
Replies: 9
Views: 6719

Re: Help!!! too many choices

+1 - Can't go wrong with the OKNA product.