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by lsedels
Fri Sep 09, 2022 6:58 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: "Replacements" for Attached Townhouse
Replies: 19
Views: 3284

Re: "Replacements" for Attached Townhouse

Performing a siding drop same sized flanged new construction installation verses a non-flanged slip downsized window is a night a day difference in the workload, time, and even skillset. Being the OCD don't care if I turn a penny profit on the job no-life having person that I am, it's the only way ...
by lsedels
Fri Sep 09, 2022 10:14 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: "Replacements" for Attached Townhouse
Replies: 19
Views: 3284

Re: "Replacements" for Attached Townhouse

If I run numbers for a twin inert vs a full tear I come up with a 33% difference. But that does not include dropping siding. For that I would probably be double. There is something that does not compare. $2800 vs $6000. I can believe the $6000 but not the $2800. The only way the $2800 makes sense i...
by lsedels
Wed Sep 07, 2022 10:06 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: "Replacements" for Attached Townhouse
Replies: 19
Views: 3284

Re: "Replacements" for Attached Townhouse

By "both" we mean that they offer both types of installation and will prescribe the best one based on the circumstances of your home and your goals for the project. This decision process takes place at the time of contract, you are correct that its not practical to order windows and decid...
by lsedels
Wed Sep 07, 2022 1:59 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: "Replacements" for Attached Townhouse
Replies: 19
Views: 3284

Re: "Replacements" for Attached Townhouse

So as I think about this, I am not sure of how practical it is to have a contractor who does both do the work (not to mention how difficult it is to find one). The windows have to be preordered - sometimes months in advance. You have to know whether to order new construction or replacement for each ...
by lsedels
Mon Sep 05, 2022 10:33 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: "Replacements" for Attached Townhouse
Replies: 19
Views: 3284

Re: "Replacements" for Attached Townhouse

TheWindowNerd wrote: Mon Sep 05, 2022 5:01 am Homesealed nailed it. "My best recommendation is to use a company that does both and will offer the installation best suited for your home."

We enjoy doing both.

theWindowNerd
Agreed. Finding one doesn't seem to be easy because the ones I've dealt with all seem to have their biases.
by lsedels
Thu Sep 01, 2022 10:54 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: "Replacements" for Attached Townhouse
Replies: 19
Views: 3284

Re: "Replacements" for Attached Townhouse

That's a fair question, but in short, I'd say no. Most rot is visible without major deconstruction. Its extraordinarily rare to see a pristine looking wood frame only to pull it apart and find rot on the outer edges of the jamb or something like that. Furthermore, rot discovered during install shou...
by lsedels
Wed Aug 31, 2022 2:19 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: "Replacements" for Attached Townhouse
Replies: 19
Views: 3284

Re: "Replacements" for Attached Townhouse

Each of those installation types has their place, and can be the "better" solution depending on circumstances. Full frame with nail fin is always most comprehensive, but there are many scenarios where the cost vs benefit ratio tilts toward replacements. Regarding the windows, if you are s...
by lsedels
Sun Aug 28, 2022 10:36 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: "Replacements" for Attached Townhouse
Replies: 19
Views: 3284

Re: "Replacements" for Attached Townhouse

TheWindowNerd wrote: Sat Aug 27, 2022 7:08 am You can get Okna.
Try Nick at Window King.
Tell him theWindowNerd sent you.
Thank you.
by lsedels
Sun Aug 28, 2022 10:36 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: "Replacements" for Attached Townhouse
Replies: 19
Views: 3284

Re: "Replacements" for Attached Townhouse

Each of those installation types has their place, and can be the "better" solution depending on circumstances. Full frame with nail fin is always most comprehensive, but there are many scenarios where the cost vs benefit ratio tilts toward replacements. Regarding the windows, if you are s...
by lsedels
Fri Aug 26, 2022 12:24 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: "Replacements" for Attached Townhouse
Replies: 19
Views: 3284

"Replacements" for Attached Townhouse

Hello, I have a 30 y/o attached townhouse with original windows. I am looking at least at starting the replacement process as I can feel cold air coming in during the winter in some spots. I have eliminated Anderson for a few reasons. I've eliminated Marvin (although a very good window) because they...