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| Author: | BostonMike |
| Subject: | NewPro Windows - Fair Deal? |
| Posted At: | 2004-09-16 15:03:58 |
Hello,
We just had a Newpro rep come by last night. These windows are the composite material; which he explained (and thru my web research) seem to be the rolls royce of windows. Triple paned; use krypton gas(heavier than argon), and most importantly a 50 year warranty from soup to nuts. Since they manufacture AND install the windows, the warranty is iron clad. Glass breaking, fogging, condensation, gaps; everything is covered.
For 9 windows (we are only doing to upstairs right now), all decent sized (we live in a Colonial), he quoted us $9620. I know this is a decent premium to pay compared to vinyl. My question is; is it worth it??? And, is this a fair price for those who have experience with Newpro?? Any advice or info would be greatly appreciated; my wife & I aren't loaded and this would be a major investment. Thanks for any help.
| Author: | curious |
| In Reply To: | NewPro Windows - Fair Deal? (posted by BostonMike) |
| Subject: | RE: NewPro Windows - Fair Deal? |
| Posted At: | 2004-09-16 17:35:19 |
You say that NewPro is the manufacturer. Then who is devco on the NFRC label?
http://www.devcoproducts.com
| Author: | BostonMike |
| In Reply To: | RE: NewPro Windows - Fair Deal? (posted by curious) |
| Subject: | RE: NewPro Windows - Fair Deal? |
| Posted At: | 2004-09-16 18:15:57 |
Just called devco; Newpro is the New England distributor for the devco windows. I don't think it changes any of the variables involved; or do you think I should press the Newpro sales rep to make sure? Curious, do you have any thoughts or experience w/ newpro?
| Author: | curious |
| In Reply To: | RE: NewPro Windows - Fair Deal? (posted by BostonMike) |
| Subject: | RE: NewPro Windows - Fair Deal? |
| Posted At: | 2004-09-16 19:11:08 |
No experience with this brand but would like to point out that you are at the top of the greed chain price wise. Your average size 9 windows probably total less than 150 square feet of windows and that would work out to about $70. per sq/ft. Why not try out your negotiating skills and get the price down. Several posts indicate that $700 to $800 per window is a good average for this type of window. Good luck.
| Author: | BostonMike |
| In Reply To: | RE: NewPro Windows - Fair Deal? (posted by curious) |
| Subject: | RE: NewPro Windows - Fair Deal? |
| Posted At: | 2004-09-16 19:40:04 |
Thanks curious. It's a major decision; like many homeowners, I can think of hundreds of things I'd rather do with $9600 than spend it on windows; and only 9 at that. My dad thinks I'm crazy; he just thinks I should repair/reputty the existing windows. Looking at the cost, I can't say I'm not thinking about it; even though it is a ridiculously labor intensive & aggravating job. I'm really torn.
| Author: | Randy |
| In Reply To: | RE: NewPro Windows - Fair Deal? (posted by BostonMike) |
| Subject: | RE: NewPro Windows - Fair Deal? |
| Posted At: | 2004-09-18 02:26:11 |
I carry the Devco composite window, and I am in the process of bringing on the Schuco window line.
1. The Schuco Corona 4000 is a better built window
2. The Schuco Corona 4000 is less expensive
3. The Schuco Corona 4000 has better NFRC results
I have had multiple Devco windows come in out of square, from the manufacturer (left jamb shorter or longer than the right).
If you can find a Schuco dealer in your area, or a Simonton dealer, you would be better off.
| Author: | WINDOW MAN |
| In Reply To: | RE: NewPro Windows - Fair Deal? (posted by curious) |
| Subject: | RE: NewPro Windows - Fair Deal? |
| Posted At: | 2004-09-19 14:11:24 |
I CAN TELL YOU AT ONE POINT WINCHESTER INDUSTRIES WAS MAKING NEW PROS WINDOW AND #2 IF SO GOOD WHY HAS NO ONE ELSE JUMPED ON SHIP? SINKING?
| Author: | DAVE |
| In Reply To: | RE: NewPro Windows - Fair Deal? (posted by Randy) |
| Subject: | RE: NewPro Windows - Fair Deal? |
| Posted At: | 2004-09-19 14:13:00 |
GO SCHUCO
| Author: | BostonMike |
| In Reply To: | RE: NewPro Windows - Fair Deal? (posted by Randy) |
| Subject: | RE: NewPro Windows - Fair Deal? |
| Posted At: | 2004-09-21 16:40:04 |
Thanks for your post Randy. Is the Schuco Corona 4000 a composite window; or vinyl? Newpro has come down to $7980 for 9 windows, installed. Would the Schuco be comparable? What is the warranty on the Corona 4000? Newpro is good for 50 years; which seems to cover everything. Thanks for any info.
| Author: | Window Man |
| In Reply To: | RE: NewPro Windows - Fair Deal? (posted by BostonMike) |
| Subject: | RE: NewPro Windows - Fair Deal? |
| Posted At: | 2004-09-22 14:13:55 |
Schuco is a lifetime warranty and can be transfered