![]() Where did you get that idea? If somebody installed a window in your house like that they didn't know what they where dong. If you decide on a replacement window find out what the size of the glass is, put masking tape on your current window to simulate the smaller glass area and see if that is acceptable. Depending on window sizes and frame thicknesses you could end up with a 10 to 15% reduction in light and viewable area. The replacement window has it's own frame and it fits in the original window's frame, this results in a double frame and therefore less glass. Whatever wrote:One thing to consider is with replacement windows, you will have less glass area when compared to new construction windows. Wood windows are a lot more expensive, but depending on your house, wood always has a special charm to it. I got mine vinyl and they look nice and are energy efficient. Again sales people might say they look bulky etc. You also have to decide what types of windows you like. Some of them are local as well and they could be as good. ![]() There are many windows manufactures out there besides the big brands. But unless cost is not an issue, I would avoid them. I don't know how good of their windows are. And also "Anderson Renewal" is probably one of the most expensive one out there. I normally exclude that type of business immediately. Some sales people will come in and tell you how great their products are for 2 hours and then say, if you sign the contract today, we will give you this and this deal. Make sure you get at least 3-4 quotes before making any decisions. We recently replaced a bunch of windows in our house last year. You might end up with a good installer or a not-so-good installer. We ended up using new-construction Harvey windows and NOT replacement Harvey Windows even though it cost us slightly more.Ĥ) I don't have experience myself but the issue I've heard is you just don't know who they will give the contract too. There are also different types of screens and which type of look you want. Also - something we researched was how much glass would be showing (our neighbors used replacement windows that look ridiculous - huge frames). If working with big box stores maybe.Ģ) Since you are in the Northeast the energy efficiency ratings are important. I would research contractors in your area to do this for you directly (from personal referrals from friends and neighbors).ġ) If working with a contractor - yes. I would stay away from using Home Depot or Lowes for installation - you might get a GREAT installer or a poor installer depending upon who they select for you. ![]() If you don't mind spending top dollar for what might amount to slightly better quality then perhaps stick with Anderson - but Harvey windows are high-quality and cost less. Why Harvey? Solid brand and better value for the dollar as compared to Anderson/Pella. When we decided to replace our windows his recommendation was to use Harvey windows and after doing some digging/research/etc. I have a contractor I like and trust and he has done a lot of work for us. Most of this is concerning antique houses older than yours, but some of the basic arguments apply even to a 40 year old house: If you have traditional wood windows over 40 years old you can usually repair them with common parts available in any good hardware store, and by adding a good quality storm window achieve 80% the energy efficiency of modern windows at 20% the cost. * Most likely are not reparable/maintainable, thus locking you into a cycle of replacements every 20-30 years when they break * Most likely are not as well made in terms of materials and joinery as your existing windows * Most likely will never pay back their install cost in energy savings They are expert at selling you expensive new windows that: The window replacement industry is a master of marketing scare tactics. I just glazed and repainted most of them last year and they are still in great condition. ![]() +1 Some of the windows in my house are over a hundred years old. Are they failing in some way? Most energy experts I've talked with say that window replacement is almost never cost effective as an energy saving investment. Cadreamer2015 wrote:I am wondering why 40 year old windows are overdue for replacement.
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