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I would also check the reveals at top and bottom by raising the upper sash slightly above frame and look for straight line between the 2. Do the same by lowering the upper sash. Great time to also check out flashing details.

The 800 depending on cost. Better yet look at them both in person.

You could also call the dealer that installed them.

Given your time frame and your list, I would go with Classic. It is pretty the same window as the Pro without the sash reinforcement and the Super Spacer. Frankly, any of them would work in that time frame and all probably better then what many builders use.

You should join the contractors forum. You will get the same answers but won’t look like
Newb when homeowners search you .

Not a fan of the sprays, but they may work for you. Test it out first. This is not an area I really dabble in But have worked with films before but never again. My opinion is to swap the glass out.

Silicone works well for glass to glass
Bonding but you may see the spot where where the silicone was compressed . You will need to to tape in place till it bonds . Hot glue would work well also and would set quick.

If you are using a film, follow the instructions. typically I precut the pieces and use a soap/water mixture and pull the mixture out with some type of squeegee.
It goes on like window tint in most cases.

I’d go with the 800.

The glass warranty is only 10 years, so I’d say you are out of luck.

X2 on Homesealed’s advice. At this point all you can you do is get some more bids. The installation details may help clarify things when going into stucco.

Great choices , the Window Nerd is a great rep here for good reason.

The Ideal has a smaller market share but always seems to get great reviews. It has the performance and seems to be a well made window. Going by the performance numbers they seem Very close. Value wise and company longevity the Ideal kills it. The pricing on both is great the Ideal is actually on the...

I got different numbers than you.
It is almost Impossible to get any air numbers from Andersen now.

You could tape off the windows to see if they were the source. From the air infiltration data I have seen , Andersen windows performed surprisingly well. I have no data on Renewal by Andersen by the the way.