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by masterext
Sat Mar 20, 2021 8:03 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Norandex vs Slocomb vs. Keep shopping
Replies: 40
Views: 19953

Re: Norandex vs Slocomb vs. Keep shopping

The slocomb is a decent window and will definitely be better than anything you see from window world.
by masterext
Thu Mar 18, 2021 9:22 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Polaris Thermaweld Plus install
Replies: 15
Views: 5063

Re: Polaris Thermaweld Plus install

Quality control with a manufacturer has absolutely nothing to do with installation quality, they are completely separate.
There will always be a certain level a variability when it comes to welds on a window , some may seem a tad cleaner than the other and well within the realm of acceptability.
by masterext
Mon Mar 08, 2021 9:42 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Help deciding on vinyl replacement windows
Replies: 17
Views: 6378

Re: Help deciding on vinyl replacement windows

The Polaris “ Ultimate 2” with argon is triple pane and gets a .18 U value. That is a very good number with argon.
Ultimate 2 plus with krypton is a .16.
by masterext
Mon Feb 22, 2021 11:37 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Okna Window Price Increase? (Northern IL)
Replies: 6
Views: 3522

Re: Okna Window Price Increase? (Northern IL)

As long as the federal reserve artificially holds interest rates down from buying bonds to support an over valued stock market, the weaker the dollar will ultimately get and the higher inflation will become( look at where gold is trading). Inflation is already showing up in the aforementioned exampl...
by masterext
Mon Feb 22, 2021 8:22 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Okna Window Price Increase? (Northern IL)
Replies: 6
Views: 3522

Re: Okna Window Price Increase? (Northern IL)

Prices for virtually every home improvement product have gone up substantially this past year due to supply constraints. Its only going to get worse as inflation is starting to seep into the economy. Prices for windows, siding, roofing, decking, doors, lumber, metals, tile, oil, and of course the pr...
by masterext
Fri Feb 12, 2021 8:59 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Great Lakes ComfortSmart vs Provia Endure
Replies: 4
Views: 2942

Re: Great Lakes ComfortSmart vs Provia Endure

option 1 and 2 are pretty equal. I wouldn't put too much emphasis on glass breakage, most companies find a way to replace that free of charge regardless of whether its in the warranty.
option 3 is not an option in my opinion.
what state are you located?
by masterext
Tue Feb 09, 2021 5:12 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Picking between Zenwindows and Feldco (Milwaukee)
Replies: 4
Views: 2073

Re: Picking between Zenwindows and Feldco (Milwaukee)

Keep in mind Homesealed is using a much better product and Im quite certain his installers are much more qualified. I don't want to cast aspersions on the other companies but Im wondering if they are just using sub contractors. Have you had a chance to compare products? Its pretty much apples and or...
by masterext
Sat Feb 06, 2021 9:40 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Vytex Windows - Company Being Sold?
Replies: 14
Views: 5601

Re: Vytex Windows - Company Being Sold?

If Vytex does get sold you have no way of knowing what kind of cultural changes could occur within the company. The other company ( WOW ) has a proven track record in every conceivable category. I certainly understand not wanting "to leave any stone unturned" but with WOW, you don't need t...
by masterext
Sun Jan 31, 2021 6:23 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Vytex Windows - Company Being Sold?
Replies: 14
Views: 5601

Re: Vytex Windows - Company Being Sold?

agree with Randy.
by masterext
Sat Jan 30, 2021 2:28 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Vytex Windows - Company Being Sold?
Replies: 14
Views: 5601

Re: Vytex Windows - Company Being Sold?

News to me ( if true ). That being said, its quite common. If it is sold, everything usually remains the same and its usually an investment company. If I was a vytex dealer would I rather it not be sold? Of course.. But in the end, its common although I would be shocked considering its a family owne...
by masterext
Tue Jan 26, 2021 7:13 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Window Replacement - South of Atlanta
Replies: 70
Views: 46180

Re: Window Replacement - South of Atlanta

'There CAN be drastic differences in overhead costs etc, but often its that combined with the fact that they don't understand how to properly price their services to stay in business.' Couldn't of said that better myself. Knowing how to properly bid a job is extremely important and not doing so is w...
by masterext
Thu Nov 19, 2020 10:34 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Decent quote? - Windows and Door - ProVia
Replies: 11
Views: 4647

Re: Decent quote? - Windows and Door - ProVia

Im not trying to be rude but perhaps you shouldnt be concerned with how much money a contractor is making unless of course you can share your own tax returns to the contractor. Its very intrusive. i would never allow a customer to ask such questions.
by masterext
Wed Oct 21, 2020 8:59 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Provia Endure vs Aspect vs Soft-lite pro - Please help !!
Replies: 11
Views: 13568

Re: Provia Endure vs Aspect vs Soft-lite pro - Please help !!

There are more differences between the Endure and the Aspect, not just the tilts. The Endure is a heavier, stronger window.
The price he gave you is already super low, i dont know how he would come in lower on the Endure.
by masterext
Tue Oct 20, 2020 8:29 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Provia Endure vs Aspect vs Soft-lite pro - Please help !!
Replies: 11
Views: 13568

Re: Provia Endure vs Aspect vs Soft-lite pro - Please help !!

The Endure and the Aspect have the same exact performace numbers which are pretty good. The Aspect is a nicer looking window with a more narrow frame allowing more glass. It also comes with some very nice locks which can be upgraded to duel tech locks. A lot of homeowners including some pro’s think ...
by masterext
Wed Oct 14, 2020 6:49 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Noisy Freeway - Window Replacement - Bay Area
Replies: 9
Views: 4406

Re: Noisy Freeway - Window Replacement - Bay Area

You sure all that noise isnt coming from the big mouth of Kamala Harris ? If thats the issue, vote her out of the senate. Lol Laminated glass is the best at reducing noise. Milgard and Anlin are pretty well regarded on the west coast. As far as “ being bulky”, thats very subjective. I dont know if m...