Replacement Windows Discussion Board Forum

WoW is right on his numbers. $18,000.00 is getting into the range of reasonable for a decent quality window. Below that you’re probably getting a subpar window coupled with caulk and walk installation. You don’t have to pay an arm and a leg, but if the pricing is too low, you’ll likely be disappoin...

It’s going to be hard to find a good quality product, installed professionally, at the pricing you’ve been quoted. You’re going to need a higher budget in order to get a better product. I was quoted about $16,000-$18,000 for the wincore installed. 33 windows, two are arches (can be combined into th...

Randy wrote:Wincore 5400 would be a somewhat better choice.

Any better recommendation for the Houston area that won't break the bank?

Thanks!

Randy wrote:It’s not a high quality window, and not even a mid-grade in my book. There are much better options out there with thicker vinyl walls that aren’t so flimsy. Is that pricing for the window alone, or does that include installation?

How about Wincore 5400?

Thank you!

Randy wrote:It’s not a high quality window, and not even a mid-grade in my book. There are much better options out there with thicker vinyl walls that aren’t so flimsy. Is that pricing for the window alone, or does that include installation?

Price includes installation.

One label I saw had U-factor of .30, SHGC .20, visible transmittance of .45 and air leakage <= 0.3. These seem like decent ratings (though transmittance is a bit low), but I'm concerned about the quality of manufacture.

Thank you!

Does anyone have experience with/opinions on Home Craftsman 8100 series windows (it appears these are made by Ply Gem). Vendor is telling me they're high quality, high energy efficiency and wind rated (not impact, but I'm not at the coast). I'm replacing 33 windows (if including arches and eye lids)...