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by DeLove
Sun Jan 10, 2010 6:17 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Replacement Windows vs New Construction Windows
Replies: 14
Views: 10777

Re: Replacement Windows vs New Construction Windows

Hi, only the bottom window operates. They are older Silverline windows. When you say new windows could improve my situation, do you mean new replacement or new construction windows?

Also, are there certain companies that provide energy audits? If so, who could they be here in NJ? Thanks so much!
by DeLove
Sun Jan 10, 2010 4:45 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Replacement Windows vs New Construction Windows
Replies: 14
Views: 10777

Re: Replacement Windows vs New Construction Windows

Hi, Can you help me understand "If there is nothing fundamentally wrong with the operation of function of the existing window, it would be unnecessary to replace if the area to be fixed is still the window-home interface." Are you saying I should keep in the windows and as you recommend to...
by DeLove
Sun Jan 10, 2010 11:00 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Replacement Windows vs New Construction Windows
Replies: 14
Views: 10777

Re: Replacement Windows vs New Construction Windows

Hello, additional information for your advice. The contractor recommended that due to the fact that I currently have vinyl new construction windows that are only 8 years old, replacement windows won't work and that vinyl new replacement windows would be pointless and a waste of money. He advised tha...
by DeLove
Sat Jan 09, 2010 4:04 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Replacement Windows vs New Construction Windows
Replies: 14
Views: 10777

Re: Replacement Windows vs New Construction Windows

Thanks for the advice. I found out that I do have vinyl new construction windows that are cheap Silverline windows (not sure of model). There is approx. 2 1/4 inches from the sheathing. Apparently, when the windows were installed, there was no insulation put in from space between the window and the ...
by DeLove
Tue Jan 05, 2010 11:08 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Replacement Windows vs New Construction Windows
Replies: 14
Views: 10777

Replacement Windows vs New Construction Windows

My home is a Toll Brothers 8 yr old home with low quality windows. I am being told that replacement windows will not cure my draft problem due to the way Toll Brothers put the windows in, meaning, they did not use the appropriate insulation. I was told the best way to get to my issue is to use new c...
by DeLove
Mon Jan 04, 2010 1:06 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Replacing Windows in Western NJ
Replies: 2
Views: 1839

Replacing Windows in Western NJ

I need to replace 16 windows that are 8 years old (Toll Brothers home that was built using low-grade windows). I have been researching the posts on this forum and sounds like brands: Gorell, Okna, Sunrise, Soft-Lite, and Simonton may be best options for long-term benefits. Are these brand available ...