New Old House, Marvin Next Generation VS Custom Wood Windows
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Old windows vs New Siding and Insullation Dilemma.
Comments (2)Hang on to those old windows if you can. Removing them really degrades the character of an historic house. Read that as, it reduces the value. I don't know about your area but around here the utility company will give you a free energy audit. If not, there are private companies that can perform an analysis. Old houses usually have all kinds of holes poked in them for plumbing and wiring and what not. There's a lot of simple fixs when you locate the leaks. You're right about sealing up the leaks between the window jambs and the framing. That's usually one of the bad spots but it doesn't get fixed because the trim boards, either inside or out, have to be removed. I wouldn't be surprised to find the old siding under the steel. It was usually left in place. Often the siding was in good shape but needed painting. That's when somebody fell for the "You'll never have to paint again" scam. Crankiness about painting houses has sold more junk siding than anything. You might be able to save the original siding which could be cheaper than residing the place and painting that. To bolster your hand you might just get a few bids on replacing all those windows. Buying that many quality windows will be expensive....See MorePrice Quotes for: Inline vs. Marvin Infinity vs Marvin Integrity
Comments (10)Thanks, windowsonwashington. And to the novice, I've done some further digging and I now feel dumb about the amount I was about to pay for windows. I did not realize the mark-up until I priced the Ultimate and Integrity product without the installation (Do this first if you can before you invite anyone into your house. I did not). On average, I was being charged $1700 per window for window and install of the Marvins (Integrity, Infinity and Clad) and about $1,050 per Inline window installed. This seems a lot given that only a few were full frame replacement. Worse, only one of the six quote did a decent job explaining the installation process. A word of advise to folks window shopping, be discipline, methodical, analytical and do not treat the process as something to get done immediately (though I understand why you would feel this way). If you do, you likely will be taken advantage of. Do yourself a favor and give yourself the time to work through the process. Also, there's lot of misinformation out there about the superiority and inferiority of one product vis a vis another. Caveat emptor certainly applies for a purchase this costly. Another thing, read the warranty before you sign. By doing this, I was able to rule out the Infinity product, much as I liked the aesthetic of the casement. I'm sure there's more to come....See MoreMajor condensation inside with new Marvin windows in new house
Comments (40)Most certainly is Advil. Windows are just the most visible spot to manifest an issue with rh that is too high. There are other major issues that could be going on with indoor air quality, hidden condensation on other organic surfaces, etc, by having too much moisture in the home. I realize that you like to be the voice of dissension Todd, but that advice is irresponsible. The problem is not just some moisture moisture on the Windows, again, that is only a symptom of a larger issue. As I stated earlier, the best course of action would be to get the RH levels to an acceptable level for the conditions, and contacting your building analyst/energy consultant as opposed to leaving the health of your home and family to Internet speculation would be advisable....See MoreWill marvin infinity windows look ok next to Andersen renewal?
Comments (12)@Kathleen, if you could post a picture of the home and note the locations it would be helpful. I agree with the sentiment that uniformity is best (both product and install type), however replacing all of the windows in your home just to match one that you no longer prefer doesn't make a ton of sense either... There are ways to minimize differences in appearance from the exterior, but it also depends if these are right next to each other (or across the wall), size differences, etc. @Ron, you had the full frame of your old window removed and replaced with a new window of the same size, but without a nail fin and the subsequent flashing/sealing practices that are normally associated with a new construction/full frame installation. This is not preferred by most, however its also not without precedent and is generally accepted. I believe that Pella in particular refers to it as their "express" installation. Basically they took a window designed for replacement (3 1/4" frame depth and no nail fin) and installed to replace the full frame. There is a lot of gray area between the basic terms "pocket" and "full frame", and this falls within that. Closer to a full frame by definition, but again, without some of the added layers that are most often implied with that verbiage....See MoreEast Bay 10
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