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by WindowsDirectCinci
Tue Mar 12, 2024 10:33 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Okna Starmark Evo Gut Check
Replies: 6
Views: 244

Re: Okna Starmark Evo Gut Check

Starmark is just built differently than any other window out there with solid construction. I'm not sure if 2x the price justification is there though. I'll also add that the Restorations price doesn't seem right and seems low for that product
by WindowsDirectCinci
Sat Mar 09, 2024 4:36 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Very large replacement project
Replies: 22
Views: 562

Re: Very large replacement project

I’m not sure Todd. I’d have to do some major digging to find it. We’re talking 2016 or 17.
by WindowsDirectCinci
Thu Mar 07, 2024 3:16 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Very large replacement project
Replies: 22
Views: 562

Re: Very large replacement project

They tried to sell me before so I have the structural data .11
by WindowsDirectCinci
Thu Mar 07, 2024 6:58 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Very large replacement project
Replies: 22
Views: 562

Re: Very large replacement project

I would make sure you verify the air leakage rate on the Lindsay windows. The window has some nice features but Last time I checked the air infiltration rate was pretty bad
by WindowsDirectCinci
Mon Jan 29, 2024 10:03 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Brands to consider for Denver Colorado
Replies: 32
Views: 2623

Re: Brands to consider for Denver Colorado

The Kolby air leakage numbers are most likely just reported as a pass/fail of less than .30 Some manufacturers don't publish air leakage numbers which seams to be the case here
by WindowsDirectCinci
Fri Jan 26, 2024 7:21 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Brands to consider for Denver Colorado
Replies: 32
Views: 2623

Re: Brands to consider for Denver Colorado

I believe there is a company near you Blue Bird windows that offers Anlin and Sunrise. Might be worthwhile to check out
by WindowsDirectCinci
Thu Jan 25, 2024 9:28 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Recent window install
Replies: 6
Views: 866

Re: Recent window install

Im with the others, the spacing between the window and frame is normal and expected. The only thing is if the gap is on the smaller side of the spectrum 1/8" foam insulation isn't really a good option imo as I prefer 1/4"-3/8" void for foam. Fiberglass insulation or filling the void w...
by WindowsDirectCinci
Fri Jan 19, 2024 2:30 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Looking for specs on casing sizes
Replies: 4
Views: 662

Re: Looking for specs on casing sizes

If you get in touch with a specific dealer of those products they should be able to provide you with that info.
by WindowsDirectCinci
Sat Dec 23, 2023 2:09 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Input wanted on proposed fix for improperly installed windows
Replies: 17
Views: 14242

Re: Input wanted on proposed fix for improperly installed windows

Your willingness to pay extra for the extra work definitely has merit. The tape should also go around the entire window perimeter with proper overlapping….. another less expensive and effective option would be to add another row of flashing tape or house wrap under the flange and properly overlapped...
by WindowsDirectCinci
Sat Dec 23, 2023 10:39 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Input wanted on proposed fix for improperly installed windows
Replies: 17
Views: 14242

Re: Input wanted on proposed fix for improperly installed windows

The first photo you show does has flashing tape...Just so we're clear you're asking them to extend the roof flashing up higher to go under the window nailing flange and tape. This is not something that would normally be done during window replacement. Unless it's in the contract to do so it shouldn'...
by WindowsDirectCinci
Sun Dec 10, 2023 4:43 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Window Replacement Advice: Vytex, Sunrise, Pella, SoftLite
Replies: 4
Views: 8627

Re: Window Replacement Advice: Vytex, Sunrise, Pella, SoftLite

Vytex and Restorations are above the rest in this comparison. Depending on the brown you chose, Sunrise may be doing that in a co-extruded vinyl as opposed to paint. I'd definitely prefer that if that's the case. If both are being painted I'd choose whichever installation company you feel will do th...
by WindowsDirectCinci
Wed Nov 01, 2023 3:32 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Polaris Supreme vs Xl Ultimate
Replies: 5
Views: 4728

Re: Polaris Supreme vs Xl Ultimate

Aside from price. I would consider the VT rating in my decision. That low of a number on the XL would indicate pretty dark glass. You may want that or may not but it's worth a mention. Also the .20 u factor would be to qualify for the most efficient list and receive a tax credit but the .23 is still...
by WindowsDirectCinci
Fri Oct 20, 2023 2:39 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Indianapolis - Central Indiana companies
Replies: 6
Views: 4231

Re: Indianapolis - Central Indiana companies

As far as I know Mr window offered both Okna and Sunrise ( they did a few years ago anyway) so they me be a good start to compare and they are also a smaller locally owned operation. You can usually get better service from locally owned operations vs the national companies.
by WindowsDirectCinci
Tue Oct 10, 2023 5:16 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Is this installation information correct?
Replies: 8
Views: 4635

Re: Is this installation information correct?

The way that installer described it is one way to do it (although not a good one in my opinion. What we usually do on this style is cut through the exterior aluminum stop (it's a PITA) but allows us enough room to insulate the new window. We also always wrap the exterior with new aluminum. At least ...
by WindowsDirectCinci
Tue Aug 29, 2023 8:43 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Incorrectly framed new window installation
Replies: 16
Views: 55123

Re: Incorrectly framed new window installation

Better watch out for other shortcuts. That frame job screams hack to me. He probably did know that was supposed to be framed with a header he just chose not to do it. The way he fixed it will probably suffice but I still would have not done it that way