Hi!
I took a 3 quotes for vinyl replacement windows from very reputable HI companies in my area the last couple weeks.
Replacing original 1983 wood pella casements that are shot.
9 window openings, including 2 x Triple Casements that measure Exact Size: 85" x 70 5/8". Casements in sunroom will require tempered glass. left/right sash are operational, center sash is picture.
Company 1 - Sells/installs - Great Lakes ComfortSmart. $13,260 for all casements. $1200 less if I do double hungs, casements in sunroom. He says 'lifetime warranty and labor', though not sure about that. Warranty does not include glass breakage.
Company 2 - Sells/installs - Provia Endure - $13,120 for all casements. $1200 less if i do double hungs, except in sunroom. 50 yr warranty, 5 year labor. guy said that if a window breaks for any reason (baseball or what have you) it will be replaced.
Company 3 - Alliance Window Systems - Hawthorne Line - $12,115 - This guy actually quoted without temper glass and i had to email and check why the quote was so low. said it would be $300 more window unit for tempered glass. Could be honest mistake or could be a warning a sign. more than likely, i will be passing on this bid.
All 3 do not sub out and have their own installers. All 3 have been in biz in the area for 35+ years.
Company 1 and 2 both sell/install provia doors. I had company 1 install 2 fiberglass entry doors in December and they did a fine job.
I am leaning towards provia windows but i would love any and all input you have to offer.
Thanks!
tater
Great Lakes ComfortSmart vs Provia Endure
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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?
option 3 is not an option in my opinion.
what state are you located?
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Re: Great Lakes ComfortSmart vs Provia Endure
Masterexe -
Im in IL on the Mississippi river.
Hot and humid summers and cold and snowy winters.
Thanks for the reply!
Im in IL on the Mississippi river.
Hot and humid summers and cold and snowy winters.
Thanks for the reply!
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Re: Great Lakes ComfortSmart vs Provia Endure
I would stick with who you have already had a good experience with, #1.
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Re: Great Lakes ComfortSmart vs Provia Endure
Good advice above. I wouldn't put options 1 and 2 in the top tier of performance (which may be able to be found for a similar price), but they aren't bad windows. Option 3 is not very good. As Window Nerd recommended, if you've already had a good experience with the company offering option one, this should be an easy solution. Similar product and price, but a known commodity as far as installation and service. That last factor is extraordinarily valuable in this industry and would make that choice better even at a larger price discrepancy.