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Teri
my girls!
Member since 2/06 1491 total posts
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Teri
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best window brands?
I'm looking to replace 2 windows in my house - 1 casement window and 1 double hung. Are Andersens really superior?
What's a good brand that's still affordable but doesn't have to be special ordered and take forever to arrive?!
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kerrycec03
Mom of 2 beautiful boys!!
Member since 6/06 13519 total posts
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Kerry
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Re: best window brands?
Anderson are great, but Pella is top of the line (with a hefty price to match)
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| Posted 8/22/07 12:48 PM |
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iwed2005
LIF Adult
Member since 3/06 1389 total posts
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Julie
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Re: best window brands?
Posted by kerrycec03
Anderson are great, but Pella is top of the line (with a hefty price to match)
ditto. i have all pella windows and need to replace just one and it is running close to $900.
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| Posted 8/22/07 12:56 PM |
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kimmie
LIF Adult
Member since 5/05 1535 total posts
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Kimberly
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Re: best window brands?
Anderson is the way to go try riverhead building supply they have decent prices
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| Posted 8/22/07 1:16 PM |
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~Colleen~
my loves...
Member since 5/05 9129 total posts
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guess
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Re: best window brands?
Anderson, Jeld-Wen, Pella, Marvin...they're all good - as long as you don't get vinyl replacements (imo).
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| Posted 8/22/07 2:03 PM |
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Lisa
I'm a PANK!!!
Member since 5/05 22334 total posts
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Professional Aunts No Kids
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Re: best window brands?
Posted by kerrycec03
Anderson are great, but Pella is top of the line (with a hefty price to match)
I agree!
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| Posted 8/22/07 2:04 PM |
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angnick
Life is So Wonderful!
Member since 8/06 6663 total posts
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Angela
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Re: best window brands?
pella without a doubt.
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| Posted 8/22/07 2:27 PM |
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charon54
My two boys!
Member since 5/05 7279 total posts
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Rebecca
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Re: best window brands?
We have Anderson, they are quality but affordable.
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| Posted 8/22/07 2:29 PM |
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sunnyplus3
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Re: best window brands?
If you don't want to break the bank, Andersens are the way to go.
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| Posted 8/22/07 3:13 PM |
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Teri
my girls!
Member since 2/06 1491 total posts
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Teri
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Re: best window brands?
okay, can someone explain vinyl to me? I'm clueless with this. My house growing up had all glass windows!
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| Posted 8/22/07 8:42 PM |
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~Colleen~
my loves...
Member since 5/05 9129 total posts
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guess
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Re: best window brands?
Posted by Teri
okay, can someone explain vinyl to me? I'm clueless with this. My house growing up had all glass windows!
LOL It refers to the housing or whatever you call it. Vinyl replacements are cheaper and the glass is held in vinyl. Casement windows, replacement windows - they have wood in the interior, vinyl clad exterior - they're more expensive, better made and more efficient.
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| Posted 8/22/07 9:00 PM |
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Teri
my girls!
Member since 2/06 1491 total posts
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Teri
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Re: best window brands?
Posted by ~Colleen~
Posted by Teri
okay, can someone explain vinyl to me? I'm clueless with this. My house growing up had all glass windows!
LOL It refers to the housing or whatever you call it. Vinyl replacements are cheaper and the glass is held in vinyl. Casement windows, replacement windows - they have wood in the interior, vinyl clad exterior - they're more expensive, better made and more efficient.
okay, I get it now - thanks!
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| Posted 8/23/07 9:24 AM |
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my3boys
I love these boys
Member since 7/07 2711 total posts
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Melissa
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Re: best window brands?
Posted by kerrycec03
Anderson are great, but Pella is top of the line (with a hefty price to match)
My dh is a contractor and he would agree with the above.
Message edited 8/23/2007 10:58:00 PM.
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CunningOne
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Re: best window brands?
WE bought all our replacement windows at Lowe's and bought Pella. Then we had a general contractor install them. I love them, I think the price is worth it.
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| Posted 8/23/07 11:10 PM |
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june262004
But I love the Snow!
Member since 5/05 15379 total posts
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Kristin
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Re: best window brands?
Pella rocks. Anderson is pretty good too.
We have Pella french doors and I love them!
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| Posted 8/23/07 11:24 PM |
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capricorn75
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Re: best window brands?
We have a mix of Pella and Andersen. Love them both!
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| Posted 8/24/07 8:21 AM |
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MegZee
My bunny
Member since 5/06 8777 total posts
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Meaghan
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Re: best window brands?
we are getting the Andersen 400 Series installed next week. Our contractor said he has all andersens.
My mom put andersens in our house in 1988 and they still look new.
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| Posted 8/24/07 8:27 AM |
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MegZee
My bunny
Member since 5/06 8777 total posts
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Meaghan
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Re: best window brands?
Posted by ~Colleen~
Posted by Teri
okay, can someone explain vinyl to me? I'm clueless with this. My house growing up had all glass windows!
LOL It refers to the housing or whatever you call it. Vinyl replacements are cheaper and the glass is held in vinyl. Casement windows, replacement windows - they have wood in the interior, vinyl clad exterior - they're more expensive, better made and more efficient.
ITA. do NOT get vinyl replacents. They are cr@p.
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| Posted 8/24/07 8:28 AM |
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Kathy116
Hey baby!
Member since 6/05 1855 total posts
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me
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Re: best window brands?
We have all Anderson Windows in our home, but went for some high performance/coastal window (we get crazy winds here).
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| Posted 8/24/07 8:42 AM |
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joenick
Us
Member since 6/06 9370 total posts
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Valerie...aka...Do Me A Favor?
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Re: best window brands?
My parents just COMPLETELY remodeled their home and installed Pella french doors and windows and have had nothing but problems. Their customer service is good, but the windows shouldn't need service...they were JUST installed!!
I have Anderson windows. I have lived here for almost 10 years...the windows are here for 15 years. NEVER had a problem!! Love Anderson!!
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| Posted 8/24/07 8:51 AM |
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philby
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Member since 7/06 13 total posts
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phil
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Re: best window brands?
I have installed most everything when it comes to windows and doors in all different price ranges. From custom colored hurricane proof Marvins all the way through the line to Mq's and the least problems are from Anderson. Either hurricane proof or standard series. I ALWAYS recommend Anderson. It is a top quality product with the good service reps. The key to their longevity is the one piece nailing flange. No water infiltration when installed by a professional. I have nothing good to say about replacement windows though.
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| Posted 8/24/07 8:19 PM |
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