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by windowmike
Wed Oct 26, 2011 5:25 pm
Forum: Spacers
Topic: intecept vs super spacer/ softlite windows
Replies: 6
Views: 26969

Re: intecept vs super spacer/ softlite windows

SS costs @$20 more per window +/-
Condensation rating goes from 55 with intercept to 59 with SS
by windowmike
Wed Apr 06, 2011 7:44 am
Forum: Do It Yourself Windows
Topic: My current window setup doesn't seem to match replacements
Replies: 5
Views: 7127

Re: My current window setup doesn't seem to match replacements

Not an easy one i suggest full removal install with nail fin and proper flashing check out installationmasters or exterior contractor march 2011 article in qualified remodeler cut back existing interior returns or remove them leaving existing frame and wrapping it is an option but makes for smaller ...
by windowmike
Wed Apr 06, 2011 7:26 am
Forum: Do It Yourself Windows
Topic: Measurement Question
Replies: 22
Views: 21257

Re: Measurement Question

Fifty bucks for a gun you will use once come on use the straw and regular foam in the pockets start at the bottom put some in and allow to expand for 20 minutes then add another layer building up slowly usually four layers gets it done 1/4" cut back is better if sill is level and jambs are plum...
by windowmike
Wed Apr 06, 2011 6:55 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: replacement window newbie with a leak that wont stop
Replies: 94
Views: 50540

Re: replacement window newbie with a leak that wont stop

Hmmm SoftLite Elements with ultra glass package cost less than LS? Sounds fishy

Ultimate glass package has super spacer and krypton for "ultimate" performance

Please check out March 2011 ExteriorContractor.com article Housewrap regarding proper flashing in Qualified Remodeler magazine.
by windowmike
Fri Apr 01, 2011 11:50 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: replacement window newbie with a leak that wont stop
Replies: 94
Views: 50540

Re: replacement window newbie with a leak that wont stop

imo remove siding install new window with fin to installationmasters specifications
SoftLite LS dh does not have weep holes
SoftLite Triple pane should cost over 100 per window
SoftLite also offers fin with j channel
Brick installation cannot use fin since it wont fit