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by HomeSealed
Tue Nov 07, 2023 3:35 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Replace or Not Replace 1980’s Pella windows
Replies: 2
Views: 3688

Re: Replace or Not Replace 1980’s Pella windows

Betsey, regarding service life, I like to break windows into four categories based on my experience over the years: 1) " Throw away windows" . These are generally falling apart in 10 years or so give or take, and are commonly referred to as "builder grade" and used in new constru...
by HomeSealed
Thu Nov 02, 2023 2:09 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Seeking guidance on mixed replacement
Replies: 11
Views: 9082

Re: Seeking guidance on mixed replacement

Okna 800 quote came in only a grand and change higher than climate solutions for the 10 windows, seems like a no-brainer. I do wish I could go with the other installer, much closer and recommended by others, but they don't carry any of those top vinyl brands. Between Okna 800 and comparable Sunrise...
by HomeSealed
Wed Nov 01, 2023 12:23 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Polaris Supreme vs Xl Ultimate
Replies: 5
Views: 4728

Re: Polaris Supreme vs Xl Ultimate

I don't keep up on the specifics of those glass options, what is the CR (condensation resistance) of each? In your area you'll want to be mindful of that rating and avoid a surface 4 low e coating that knocks that down substantially. Lastly, do consider that the new Energy Star (most efficient) tax ...
by HomeSealed
Wed Nov 01, 2023 12:18 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Seeking guidance on mixed replacement
Replies: 11
Views: 9082

Re: Seeking guidance on mixed replacement

I'll add that I should be getting a Okna quote today. Now you are on the right track... Also consider Softlite (Elements, Elite), Sunrise (whatever their top lines are called these days), and a couple others. You probably have access to the Starmark composite as well which is a phenomenal window. T...
by HomeSealed
Wed Oct 18, 2023 4:02 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Scuffed and scratched New vinyl windows
Replies: 8
Views: 4800

Re: Scuffed and scratched New vinyl windows

You are getting the runaround here, and none of that really matters. There is no real discretion here unless it is being exercised to go above and beyond standards. If this was to rise to the level of legal action, the ASTM standards would be referenced unless the manufacturer states something else ...
by HomeSealed
Wed Oct 18, 2023 12:38 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Okna 1800 worth double Provia Endure with Triple-pane?
Replies: 5
Views: 3365

Re: Okna 1800 worth double Provia Endure with Triple-pane?

Sunrise should be on your list, it's a much better window. There have been concerns about how all of that corporate change over would impact things, but to date the answer seems to be nada. I think its far more likely for Provia to axe or make wholesale changes to their window line (like they have w...
by HomeSealed
Wed Oct 18, 2023 12:20 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Scuffed and scratched New vinyl windows
Replies: 8
Views: 4800

Re: Scuffed and scratched New vinyl windows

There is a standard on this and it's not based on opinion. Search ASTM C1036-16, ASTM C1376-15, ASTM C1172-14, ASTM C1048-12 and ASTM E2190. Its hard to tell whether or not your meet that standard or not as they are zoomed in pretty tight. I can say that many scratches and scuffs on both glass and v...
by HomeSealed
Mon Oct 16, 2023 12:54 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Okna 1800 worth double Provia Endure with Triple-pane?
Replies: 5
Views: 3365

Re: Okna 1800 worth double Provia Endure with Triple-pane?

Where are you located? Based on the regions that these two products are available, I suspect that it may be a cooler climate in which case the numerically higher SHGC is better under normal circumstances. - What is the CR (condensation resistance) rating on both options? - Do you know the air leakag...
by HomeSealed
Fri Oct 13, 2023 4:56 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Sash packs
Replies: 2
Views: 2646

Re: Sash packs

+1. If that manufacturer is still around you may be able to find something, but if not, your options would be sash kits, replacement windows, or custom built sash replacements which would probably cost more than a new window. You'd have to find a local shop that could produce the latter.
by HomeSealed
Fri Oct 06, 2023 2:23 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Vinyl failing on new windows
Replies: 27
Views: 42664

Re: Vinyl failing on new windows

Good Afternoon! I am reaching out to see what the outcome was for this Cascade window issue? We are in an AZ Toll Brothers home where our windows have been warping from the first few months we moved in. Cascade is just about the WORST at ever responding to any calls/emails regarding the issue, and ...
by HomeSealed
Mon Oct 02, 2023 11:37 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: 4 Quotes - Okna, Sunrise, Andersen- Cheaper alternatives?
Replies: 8
Views: 6598

Re: 4 Quotes - Okna, Sunrise, Andersen- Cheaper alternatives?

Hello, thank you for your answers. I got a couple other quotes which were all around 20K-25k. And while I was reading the quote for Okna again, I noticed I had a front door in this quote which I completely forgot about. So, we took the door out and it came down to ~23k. And we went with the Okna wi...
by HomeSealed
Fri Sep 29, 2023 12:01 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Concerned on this install - looking for advice/input
Replies: 15
Views: 7071

Re: Concerned on this install - looking for advice/input

When homes were built 100 years ago, they used layered felts and didn't have preformed pans, subsill, foam, and sealants. They didn't leak then. 100 years ago?? Most of the stuff I see from the last decade or two is missing most of that! :lol: @OP, the consensus seems to be that based on the descri...
by HomeSealed
Wed Sep 27, 2023 1:10 pm
Forum: Replacement Window Reviews
Topic: Pella and Andersen Failures
Replies: 2
Views: 4252

Re: Pella and Andersen Failures

I have lots of investment properties which have contained hundreds of Pella and Andersen vinyl and aluminum clad windows and doors. Thats' a pricey choice for investment properties... So knowing what I know, I would buy any brand except Andersen or Pella Hopefully the "any brand" comment ...
by HomeSealed
Tue Sep 26, 2023 1:47 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Concerned on this install - looking for advice/input
Replies: 15
Views: 7071

Re: Concerned on this install - looking for advice/input

+1. How is the door sealing and functioning? Any major red flags in those areas? Big picture: There is an ideal way to do things, some acceptable ways to do things, and then some bad/unacceptable ways of doing things. Outside of some sealant touchup and ensuring that the top is foamed (it may have b...
by HomeSealed
Mon Sep 25, 2023 12:44 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Soundproofing Vinyl vs Fiberglass
Replies: 10
Views: 3436

Re: Soundproofing Vinyl vs Fiberglass

Kind of...lol So here's the thing: unless you choose a glass package that is made specifically for sound attenuation (specifically offset glazing or laminated glass), the STC ratings are all going to be similar when compared with apples to apples glass (ie: double pane or triple pane). Even then, co...