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by dan4jc
Mon May 22, 2023 5:30 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Feedback - Softlite vs Okna quotes
Replies: 10
Views: 1991

Re: Feedback - Softlite vs Okna quotes

Thanks, masterext. I did send an email to the installer to ask about replacement options instead of new construction. For comparison, my neighbor just had all of his windows replaced with Pellas installed through Lowes and I believe he paid around $23K. Even with new construction, the $25k quote is ...
by dan4jc
Mon May 22, 2023 4:41 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Feedback - Softlite vs Okna quotes
Replies: 10
Views: 1991

Re: Feedback - Softlite vs Okna quotes

Thanks everyone for the great feedback. You were quoted for grids between the glass on both top and bottom sash? Both quotes include the grids? New construction adds a substantial amount over replacement. Yes, both quotes include grids between the glass on the top and bottom sash. We thought about n...
by dan4jc
Mon May 22, 2023 1:32 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Feedback - Softlite vs Okna quotes
Replies: 10
Views: 1991

Re: Feedback - Softlite vs Okna quotes

Both windows have the same grid pattern. I understand the new construction window and installation is what caused the difference in price. I guess my question would be: is it worth it to go with new construction over replacement? I did get a few other quotes that were much more (Pella, etc.) that al...
by dan4jc
Mon May 22, 2023 8:57 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Feedback - Softlite vs Okna quotes
Replies: 10
Views: 1991

Feedback - Softlite vs Okna quotes

I am looking to replace all 23 vinyl windows in our house in central PA that was built in 1999. Of those, 19 are double-hung, 3 are picture windows, and 1 is half-moon. I've narrowed it down to 2 quotes and would appreciate some feedback. Quote 1 - Softlite Classic Plus installed by Zen. Lifetime tr...