Discussion Board Forum for Vinyl Windows

I'm about to replace 24 windows and want to make the best choice I can. After 4 estimates from Pella (250 series), VinylMax (Franklin), Polaris (private labeled to Universal Windows Direct), and Andersen (400 series) I am more confused than ever :) I've looked through the posts and ...

... and I understand that this is a forum dedicated to vinyl replacement windows, but am I making a mistake by not seriously considering wood or fiberglass ... When I started with this process, I just assumed I'd be going with an Andersen 400 window. The contractor I've been talking to regarding my ...

... and a 49"x48" picture window with Simonton 6500 windows. The estimate was $14,134, which seems WAY too high based on the ... The Home Depot consultant gave the estimate on-the-spot. Using Andersen 400 Tilt-Wash instead would be $23,900 (also from Home Depot). Both ...

... window assembly protrudes less than the Okna. The corners of the Okna windows look a bit cheesy and the wood finish on the Okna is not nearly as ... the Okna 800 series over the Marvin Integrity (both lines)/Infinity, Andersen A, 400 (tilt wash or woodwright). I don't have direct price comparisons ...

... close to deciding to buy Okna instead of Marvin/Integrity/Infinity or Andersen 400/A/Ultrex. I really like the Okna dealer in my town too. He recommends ... over the 500 series? I can't find any good comparison between these windows.

... house much more livable, without a huge cost (not near the cost of the windows and doors, for instance). Anyway, I'll price out the triple pane ... include all the windows. I have a quote for about the same using Andersen 400 (tilt version, not woodwright) with front door and in law door ...

... both. The house is located in Connecticut. I am going to see the Okna windows on this coming Saturday (went this past Saturday, but they were closed ... This is at the dealer in my town. I will then drive to a dealer with Andersen 400 Woodwright windows and Integrity (by Marvin) windows, and maybe ...

We are looking to replace many windows and 5 doors (2 sliding/French) in our home. I have been getting quotes for Andersen 400 Woodwright and Marvin Integrity all ultrex or wood ultrex. However, I stumbled onto Okna windows ...

No I don't need a wood window. I will do some research on vinyl options and educate myself, having never used them before.

And yes, I agree, in my previous quote for an Andersen replacement, the pricing was essentially the same as a new construction unit....

... of brand typically. The cost difference will be on the labor and additional materials needed. Save money by going with a good quality vinyl, Andersen 100 series or Marvin Integriyt line. Do you need a wood window ?

... fogged, so I'm sure insulating value is zilch, etc... I have never used replacements. I do have experience in a major remodel where I installed Andersen 400 series new-construction units, and I GC'd a new build, for myself, where I spec'd Marvin Ultimate DH/TS units. These are the only two manufactures ...

... deals. Any thoughts and comments on this will be appreciated. I will continue to share my results as they happen. I have an installer that does Andersen and Marvin coming on thursday. I may try to line up a Soft-Lite dealer to complete my search as I see good reviews for this window.

... that people are reviewing positively on Angies list. Among the windows they work with are Andersen,Marvin, and Sunrise. When I inquired about Andersen windows about the job at the top ...

Based on the width of the windows, I'd also choose the Elements from this group. I'd eliminate the classic, the andersen, and frankly I'd have to agree with Todd and eliminate the Sunrise units here as well assuming that ...

So now I have all the quotes in and I'm looking for some feedback. Andersen 100 - $7200 Sunrise standard - $4400 Sunrise vanguard - $4800 Provia endure - $3900 Soft lite classic - $4900 Soft lite elements - $5406 I like both the provia and soft lite with ...