We are looking to replace all of the original single pane windows in our home and have gotten several quotes. We have 23 total windows being replaced with a mix of them being single hung, picture, and arch windows.
We have been approved for a Florida grant program so the state will match 2 to 1 up to $10k but we to have upgrade to impact windows. We are in central FL and I wouldn’t usually consider impact windows but hey if they want to give free money then I’m here for it. The quotes are are reflective of roughly $15k in impact windows for us to receive the full $10k grant without spending more unnecessarily and the rest of the windows will just be double pane. I’m always curious how much these prices get jacked up because they know a lot of people are coming in to this project basically with a free $10k in their pocket.
The quotes we have narrowed down to are:
Ecoview Windows (local franchise installer)
-14 - Simonton StormBreaker Plus (impact)
-9 - Simonton 5500 (Double pane)
Total installed $24,500
Home Depot
14 - PGT 5500 series (impact)
9 - PGT 5400 series (double pane)
Total installed $27,700
I have seen both windows in person and the biggest drawback of the Simonton is the frames are a little thicker and chunkier looking. Is it worth paying the extra $3200? Is one brand vastly better than the other? Are these good total prices or do I have room to negotiate?
Simonton vs. PGT replacements. HELP!
- TheWindowNerd
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Re: Simonton vs. PGT replacements. HELP!
I would lean towards PGT.
I would not want a big box store installing anything for me.
Continue your search.
I would not want a big box store installing anything for me.
Continue your search.
- Windows on Washington
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Re: Simonton vs. PGT replacements. HELP!
Agreed. The PGT is the best of that group for right now.