Pella windows, is this normal??
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Comments (24)My Pella windows have been a nightmare...I could write a book about all the problems we have had with them. Mine are large casement windows with blinds and wood grill. I won't bore you with all the details but will say, they replaced my glass 3 times in most windows, 4 times in some of the others....there are still small scratches all over them, suction cup marks that show up on days when there is condensation or if a bright light shines through them at night, and they NEVER look clean but that is an improvement over the larger gouges some of them had when they were installed. As for the blinds...a good idea but they don't always close clear to the bottom of the window, lots of light comes in through them, but they are convenient and easy to operate. We also had to have seveal of them replaced immediately after they were installed. 2 servce techs were fired over our case ( in my opinion anyway). Also, if you are staining them be careful and report any problems immediately. My french door had to be replaced because it has a big glue blob on it that wouldn't take stain. Also my double french doors had to be replaced immediately because they wouldn't open...that should have been my first clue. Our contractor installed them correctly, Pella admitted the doors were flawed. It took us almost 2 years to come to the conclusion that the glass we have is the best pella can do. If you want clean looking windows go with Marvin! They don't have blinds but you can buys some and install them over the windows! Our contractor recommended Marvin, wish we would have listened! Good luck! Ours were installed in 2006 by the way, after the company had been sold....See MoreRotting pella windows
Comments (70)Purchased a home in 2014. The windows were Pella proline aluminum clad/wood. the home was built in 1999, so at the tie of purchase, the house was approximately 15 years old. we received a $1500 write off for the 2 windows that were rotted at closing. the home inspector stated that the pella proline was probably one of the worst windows ever built. the class action suit closed in 2013 , so we could not take advantage of the settlement. we are now looking at a couple of other windows that have severe rot in the bottom rail. I have already replaced several of the cranking mechanisms. My question is , is there a none Pella version of the sash that I could have installed ? the frames are (to my surprise) in fairly good shape. A sash replacement is more cost effective this point in our lives. we are both retired and on fixed incomes. Thanks Art and Helen...See MoreHELP Replacing PELLA Windows c.1986
Comments (11)To both replies above. Your type of inputs are why many people avoid forums. You make assumptions about the people posting and you know nothing about their skills or back ground. For the record. I built my house myself 30 years ago. I worked for a contractor at the time so yes I knew what I was doing. I installed ceramic tile (when almost nobody did ceramic) and taught myself how to do it. 30 years later no cracked grout, no loose tile and perfectly straight lines. I also installed the windows. Just because I'm asking for input and ideas for how to do something I've never seen before doesn't make me incompetent. It only means I'm looking for ideas. Can I figure it out myself? Sure, why not ask for input from someone who has maybe seen these windows and has figured out what to do. Like I stated in my post: I've done many window replacements just never ones this new with vinyl jamb liners and aluminum cladding. friedajune. Maybe I don't have the money to "bite the bullet" Then you laugh at my question about where to measure. Bet that makes you look real intelligent doesn't. Isn't that what forums are for to get ideas from others? krypton : I'm going to make an assumption about you just as you did me. You must be a contractor who gets all worked up when anyone wants to do their own improvements. Your comments about DIY's sound like a whinny contractor who's pissed off because they aren't getting the job because a DIY . I know some people don't always do the best job but many are very skilled and do a BETTER job because they take the extra time and take pride in their own home. Something many contactors DON'T do. My one suggestion to you both. If you don't have any constructive input for a person posting DON'T POST a reply. If you would read my post again, I DIDN'T ask if I should do this myself, I ask for any ideas or input on how to do the job. Neither of you came anywhere close to helping. PLEASE do everyone a favor in the future. If you can't help don't comment!...See MorePella windows glazing oozing out.
Comments (25)Lower sash rail rotted out which is typical for that era Pella with clad exterior... If that were all, I'd say to make sure that window repalcment is calculated into your offer price. That said, the stucco and leak situation there would have me running as the other guys have recommended....See Morerjoh878646
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