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by Windows on Washington
Thu Jul 10, 2008 11:30 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: CertainTeed Window quote
Replies: 4
Views: 4020

Re: CertainTeed Window quote

I am not sure there would be a "best" window. Probably as unlikely as saying one model of car was the "best". What is most suitable for your home may make one window better for your home than another. You should probably list what your home's requirements are and what the climate...
by Windows on Washington
Thu Jul 10, 2008 9:52 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: CertainTeed Window quote
Replies: 4
Views: 4020

Re: CertainTeed Window quote

I would never recommend someone getting only one quote on a project. I also think that you would be well served to snoop around this board a good bit to attempt to educate yourself somewhat prior to the next estimate you get. Certainteed, much like Andersen, is a good window but not the "best&q...
by Windows on Washington
Tue Jul 01, 2008 12:50 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Window Replacement for Manufactured Homes
Replies: 2
Views: 2411

Re: Window Replacement for Manufactured Homes

You should definitely spend the money on an Impact rated window.

Do a search on Impact window on this forum and you will find pages of information.
by Windows on Washington
Wed Jun 25, 2008 4:59 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Maintaining wide window ledges with replacement windows
Replies: 1
Views: 1904

Re: Maintaining wide window ledges with replacement windows

Most replacement windows are actually 3 1/4" wide. You can get narrower framed windows but 3 1/4" is pretty much the standard. You would really be losing that much over existing but you could go with a smaller profile if necessary.
by Windows on Washington
Mon Jun 23, 2008 12:35 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Gutter leaf protectors question....
Replies: 4
Views: 3438

Re: Gutter leaf protectors question....

I am amazed at what some people are charging for gutter caps and leaf protection these days. How much should they be charging? Depends on the area of the country, product, etc... To broad a question without giving more information. Would you care to expand? Skydawggy, send me your email or email me...
by Windows on Washington
Mon Jun 23, 2008 9:30 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Gutter leaf protectors question....
Replies: 4
Views: 3438

Re: Gutter leaf protectors question....

The Alcoa product was probably "Leaf Relief" and is a decent product that I use. For retro installs, I have used a product called RainFlow that is a very easy install and seem to hold up well. It is a drop in product and not a helmet. For gutter and cap, we use a product called leaf guard ...
by Windows on Washington
Thu Jun 19, 2008 6:41 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Requesting advise
Replies: 2
Views: 2537

Re: Requesting advise

To expand upon windowmannynj's comments and perhaps shed a bit of light into the situation.... The Alside 6000 window that your are looking at is the Alside Sheffield. Quite a beefy extrusion and window. It has a clip in sill design which is not really desirable because of the impact on viewable gla...
by Windows on Washington
Mon Jun 16, 2008 12:32 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Power vs. Castle
Replies: 2
Views: 4107

Re: Power vs. Castle

Delaware Mike wrote: On a lighter note, how did you like the justification of the one night 30% discount if you signed today?

:lol: :lol: :lol:
by Windows on Washington
Sun Jun 08, 2008 4:11 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Gorell and Reece windows
Replies: 1
Views: 1987

Re: Gorell and Reece windows

I am not familiar with the Reece window, however, the Gorell is a well liked and respected product.
by Windows on Washington
Tue Jun 03, 2008 10:17 am
Forum: General Questions about the Board
Topic: Contractors board password
Replies: 5
Views: 31374

Contractors board password

Has it changed...?

I can't seem to log in anymore.
by Windows on Washington
Fri May 30, 2008 12:03 pm
Forum: Replacement Window Reviews
Topic: Lowes vs. Harvey
Replies: 2
Views: 6652

Re: Lowes vs. Harvey

Lowes sells many different windows. What manufacturer are you talking about specifically in the Lowes window.

The difference in the glass spacing makes virtually no difference.
by Windows on Washington
Fri May 30, 2008 10:03 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Adjusting the tension on a constant balance / coil balance
Replies: 3
Views: 6753

Re: Adjusting the tension on a constant balance / coil balance

Many times a balance will not be strong enough because the window is not shimmed tightly enough. The friction caused by proper shimming is part of the calculation to a properly operating balance. Tightening the screw jacks on each side of the frame may be just enough to solve your problem if your w...
by Windows on Washington
Fri May 30, 2008 8:55 am
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Adjusting the tension on a constant balance / coil balance
Replies: 3
Views: 6753

Re: Adjusting the tension on a constant balance / coil balance

Some constant force balance systems are not really designed to be adjustable. The old MacGuever way to do it was to just tighten the screw down that was holding the balance coil to the frame of the window. This would create slightly more tension by creating more friction inside the balance and there...
by Windows on Washington
Thu May 29, 2008 7:03 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Moisture problems in the winter on my windows.
Replies: 1
Views: 2596

Re: Moisture problems in the winter on my windows.

Air can hold varying amounts of water vapor or moisture. The warmer the air is, the more moisture it can hold. The amount of moisture in the air, expressed as a percentage of the maximum amount the air could hold at a given temperature, is called its relative humidity. For health and comfort, indoor...
by Windows on Washington
Tue May 27, 2008 9:58 pm
Forum: Do It Yourself Windows
Topic: Replacement windows for frame and stucco construction
Replies: 2
Views: 5013

Re: Replacement windows for frame and stucco construction

Not alot of stucco out here on the East Coast, however, I would be very suspect of that nailing fin coming out without damaging 20+ year old stucco. Most west coast installers do what they call "jumping" the frame. I would call Milgard home office and see what they recommend. They made a c...