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by carne_asada
Sun Sep 26, 2021 3:18 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Should I avoid aluminum clad wood windows?
Replies: 3
Views: 2148

Should I avoid aluminum clad wood windows?

I've read in a few places that aluminum clad windows have moisture issues between the wood and cladding. Is that still the case? I'm looking for a wood interior and a white exterior. I've noticed that many of the options in this category are aluminum clad with fewer options clad in other materials. ...
by carne_asada
Fri Sep 17, 2021 6:08 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Flashing Details on Quote
Replies: 12
Views: 3406

Re: Flashing Details on Quote

Thanks - the most I've been able to get out of the window installers is " the installation will be in compliance with Installation Masters training class" and "it's in our best interest to do it correctly since we have a lifetime warrenty on labor and materials. " It's very frust...
by carne_asada
Wed Sep 15, 2021 9:58 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Flashing Details on Quote
Replies: 12
Views: 3406

Flashing Details on Quote

HI - I'm getting full frame replacement windows and most of the installers are refusing to detail exactly how they will flash the the frames in the quote and what materials they will use. I'm only getting generic statements like "Flash and seal all openings". Is this typical ? I know there...