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are you happy with Eagle windows/doors?

12 years ago

Hi all, I am researching windows and doors for our new house construction. I ran across Eagle windows and doors, owned by Andersen. The sales guy told us they are priced very similarly to Andersen 400 series, which makes it very attractive to us, when comparing to the other, more expensive brand we are considering, Marvin Ultimates. I was wondering, are you happy with your Eagles if you got these?

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Epiarch Designs

12 years ago

I installed them about 12 years ago in my parent's house, and then installed 7 more in an addition they put on over the summer. So far they have held up great without any issues at all. THere are some minor water stains on the inner wood sills, but that is from condensation sitting on there, not from leaking. If you are looking for a good comparable aluminum wood clad window, they are a really nice option vs Marvins (whom are one of my favorites).
Most of the windows are double hungs, with a couple casements in the kitchen. Also installed a new casement in their addition basement for egress. They will cost you from 8-10% more over the 400s, but still should come in slightly under the Marvins.
I am personally going with full fiberglass windows however. If you are after the wood look on the interior though, check out the Marvin Impervias. Also a great window that will be priced around the 400s (possibly lower depending on your dealer)with a fiberglass exterior and wood interior.

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michoumonster
Original Author
12 years ago
just want to add, we are looking mainly at the eagle casements and french doors. please let me know if you are pleased with the quality/durability, or if you have had issues, etc. thanks very much!
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Epiarch Designs
12 years ago
sorry, that is Marvin Integrity. Imprevia is a Pella fiberglass window.
User
12 years ago
I have a ton of Eagle casements and french doors in my home I built a couple of years ago. I've been pleased with them. Some of the casements needed adjustment after installation, but Eagle sent a service person out to resolve the issues. A piece of weatherstripping has worn off on the bottom of one of the french doors, but it is a door I use 8 times a day to let the dog out. Other than that, I have had no problems. I would use them again if I had to build the house again. We looked at them because they offered more colors than Andersen or Marvin. We chose black windows. Here is a picture:
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michoumonster
Original Author
12 years ago
thanks for all the info. the eagle windows are looking better and better as an option for me.

lzerarc, thanks for the info. 8-10% more than the 400s would not be too bad. the windows salesguy told us the marvins would be at least 40% more than the 400s.

milz50, thanks so much for the pic. i hope you don't mind, but I looked thru your album from the link and your house is GORGEOUS! I was wondering, did you order the eagle windows prestained on the interior or did you do the staining after? also, what size and style are your divided lights? thanks!
User
12 years ago
Most of our windows are painted on the inside. Those were ordered primed. A couple of rooms are stained. We ordered those in fir, but you can get those in a lot of different species. We had the painter stain the the windows since they needed to match the cabinetry.

The divided lights are colonial style in 7/8 inch size. Our french doors are 7 feet tall plus 2 foot transoms.

Feel free to ask if you have more questions. Here is a link to some more interior shots.
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michoumonster
Original Author
12 years ago
Was wondering if any of you got the between glass shades or blinds? Do they really stay dust free? How are they holding up?
robsgreen325
12 years ago
I looked at Eagle and decided on Marvin Ultimates. Window performance is important when you live in a colder climate. The really perform well in the winter in Chicago, in the summer I am sure the are just as good as any other window.

I love my Marvin Ultimates, I have about 40 of them, mostly DH some casements. The casements are my favorite, the quality is awesome.

In my basement and garage I used the Marvin Integrity windows. They are great too and very cost effective. Only problem is the limited number of sizes available.

Next house I build I will use these windows again.

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