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by HomeSealed
Wed Jan 10, 2024 5:09 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Provia Endure vs Okna (400/600) Long Island, NY
Replies: 5
Views: 1053

Re: Provia Endure vs Okna (400/600) Long Island, NY

Are these prices for product only? If installed, they sound like they are from 2010 and below cost for a reputable company these days. As far as product, you are probably on the right track. He likely doesn't have access to anything but the 400 series from Okna, and gets a better deal on Provia perh...
by HomeSealed
Fri Jan 05, 2024 3:23 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: What questions to ask?
Replies: 7
Views: 2943

Re: What questions to ask?

Just for the sake of others reading this, I'd add ( @WoW correct me if you disagree ), that those ratings are based on the OP's location in AL. For instance, up here in cold WI we'd be looking for a much better minimum u value. Really looking for .20 or lower (triple pane glass, eligible for Energy ...
by HomeSealed
Tue Jan 02, 2024 4:20 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Replacement windows with slim frames?
Replies: 7
Views: 2212

Re: Replacement windows with slim frames?

Where you are located will determine what material would be suitable, and also what products may be available.

Are the 8x8 windows one piece of glass, or are these 8x8 openings with a "bank of frames" within them. If the former, that can be a limiting factor as well.
by HomeSealed
Tue Jan 02, 2024 4:15 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Input wanted on proposed fix for improperly installed windows
Replies: 17
Views: 14243

Re: Input wanted on proposed fix for improperly installed windows

If the only point of water entry is at that roof to wall interface under the windows, it's really more of a roof flashing issue than a window issue. If that was installed properly, water that entered behind the window trim through failed caulk would have been directed right back our when it hit the ...
by HomeSealed
Tue Jan 02, 2024 3:29 pm
Forum: Replacement Window Reviews
Topic: Looking for replacement windows in Duluth, MN
Replies: 6
Views: 2199

Re: Looking for replacement windows in Duluth, MN

Good advice above, the Polaris is nice. I'd just emphasize that you really want to go with a window company that provides the window and the install. Buying DIY and hiring a handyman is a recipe for disaster for a whole host of reasons, with the big one being lack of accountability. Windows have a l...
by HomeSealed
Mon Dec 11, 2023 2:39 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Double Hung replacement
Replies: 1
Views: 6437

Re: Double Hung replacement

The condition and design of the current window and storm would dictate how effective and how costly a "tune-up" would be. It may be worthwhile, it may not. As far as replacing the "double hung only", new windows with 2 or 3 panes of glass and low e coatings eliminate the need for...
by HomeSealed
Mon Dec 11, 2023 2:21 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

^^^This is the guy to talk to^^^, Windows on Washington is the best in the business. As for your current choices, the Vytex and Restorations are the only options that I'd consider. The said, a window is only as good as its installation, and again, it sounds like you are fortunate to have one of best...
by HomeSealed
Tue Dec 05, 2023 2:33 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Pella Impervia replacement glass
Replies: 4
Views: 12717

Re: Pella Impervia replacement glass

+1. No real worries here, this type of service is done every day in the industry
by HomeSealed
Tue Dec 05, 2023 2:28 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: UniShield and Sunrise Comparison
Replies: 5
Views: 7791

Re: UniShield and Sunrise Comparison

The Polaris window is good and from that perspective I'd agree with the other pros. That said, I'd give strong consideration to the company offering it as well. A great window with a questionable installation and poor service after the sale is no better than buying a bad window. I'm not saying that ...
by HomeSealed
Tue Dec 05, 2023 2:22 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: OKNA 500 or 800?
Replies: 3
Views: 6008

Re: OKNA 500 or 800?

I'd just confirm the option of the other pros:

- While the 800 is a bit better, the Okna 500 is a very good window and at a 50% lower price it is an easy choice

- The SL Elite is also nice and is comparable. The Provia is not imo.
by HomeSealed
Wed Nov 29, 2023 1:18 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Full Window Replacement Cost
Replies: 5
Views: 6113

Re: Full Window Replacement Cost

The price is surprisingly reasonable, but the product leaves a bit to be desired in terms of performance IMO. As Rickenz alluded to, product availability can be regional, but I suspect that you'd have access to at least some of the top performers that are pretty universally recommended : Okna, Softl...
by HomeSealed
Mon Nov 27, 2023 1:42 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: United 200 series comparable to OKNA 500 or 800 series
Replies: 6
Views: 5029

Re: United 200 series comparable to OKNA 500 or 800 series

I'd get away from looking at window and installation costs separately as most professional companies are going to offer a combined price. To answer your questions: 1) Composite and Vinyl have different properties, and composites in and of themselves have several variations of material content. In th...
by HomeSealed
Mon Nov 27, 2023 1:14 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Full Replacement Windows, La Crosse WI
Replies: 6
Views: 6369

Re: Full Replacement Windows, La Crosse WI

We had an offer of just over $3000 per window for full tear outs including one bay window. Likely we'll seek more estimates. Adding a bay in there is going to skew the "per window" number considerably. You are on the right track though in getting another quote or two, that will be the bes...
by HomeSealed
Wed Nov 22, 2023 5:29 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: Full Replacement Windows, La Crosse WI
Replies: 6
Views: 6369

Re: Full Replacement Windows, La Crosse WI

Have you contacted Clear Choice in Holmen? Steve Johnson runs a good operation over there, I'd definitely recommend them. Secondly, I'd agree with WoW that the Okna 600 is the easy winner of those choices and I'd upgrade to triple pane. It's needed for the new Energy Star tax credit in our neck of t...
by HomeSealed
Mon Nov 13, 2023 3:00 pm
Forum: Ask Our Pro's a Question
Topic: NT Traditions - install without insulation?
Replies: 2
Views: 4840

Re: NT Traditions - install without insulation?

Burris Tectview AC - $24K NT Traditions - $35K (will get one more quote on the Presidential line, but do prefer the minor upgrades the Traditions dealer gets) Anlin Del Mar - $45K (ruled out) Sunrise is now MI Windows which has pretty bad reviews in my area; Okna is not available to my knowledge. T...