Andersen windows - any immediate alternative?
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Comments (10)I appreciate that information. In fact I'm sure it will save me many $$$ now and in the future. My most substantial error was in calling Andersen, whose rep told me to replace the sash (not just the pane) in order not to void the warranty. The window is their model C235, and the visible glass size of the broken pane was 19 5/8 x 31 3/8, so paying $800 to replace the sash instead of a piece of glass seems wasteful, Since Andersen puts their breakable panes on the outside instead of the interior, I can see a similar issue coming up again. A 2x4 was used in the attempted break-in. The exterior pane shattered easily, but the impact-resistant inner pane came through without any damage. Thanks again....See MoreAdvice on Andersen bay window (or not)
Comments (7)From doing window installs for years, i can tell you that your husbands concerns are without merit. I happen to think high end vinyl will render better structural integrity and longevity than a wood window. Higher end vinyl is truly a great maintenance free alternative to wood without compromising quality. in fact, higher end vinyl are simply more energy efficient and air tight as well more cost effiective. Forget the low end vinyl you have seen in the large home improvement stores we are all familiar with as well as the low end vinyl you have probably seen in neighbors and friends home's. some of the high end vinyl brands are Okna, Soft Lite, Sunrise, and Kensington. this my opinion as well as many other pro's and based on years in the window industry. Wood windows just arent that efficient and they require maintenance. this is particularly true when it comes to a bay window. what state are you located in ?...See MoreTime to replace windows, (Milgard, Andersen, Simonton or?)
Comments (21)We had our windows replaced a few years ago with Milgard fiberglass frames and the highest UV protection we could get (since we live in Hawaii). Yes, the UV filtering seems to be pretty good and the fiberglass frames don't warp in the heat like vinyl has a tendency to do. The house is wonderfully quiet when the windows are closed. However, I'm disappointed with the overall purchase for several reasons: The quality of the workmanship is very poor. The joints on all the windows have glue sticking out that is impossible to remove. After these few years, that glue has attracted dirt that makes the window corners look very poor. I tried GOOP and several other cleaners before I wrote to Milgard asking for hints on any ways to clean it up but never received an answer. The screens on some of the fiberglass frames are very tight and difficult to get in and out. After accidentally bending two of the screen frames, I had a local screen pro come in to build new ones and he told us that the tightness was OK for vinyl frames but should not be that tight for fiberglass. Finally, the lifetime warranty does not apply to Hawaii (and if I remember correctly - nor within 2 miles of any ocean)....See Morewindow decision needed--new build Andersen vs. Marvin
Comments (56)Perhaps not, but as we know we can use the best material in the world and if not engineered properly or quality control standards adhered to you can a product that is subpar in performance. Have you had any experience with the higher quality vinyl windows, ones that have higher PG ratings, better air infiltration ratings better U-Value ratings? All these would have far better numbers than the Marvin unless you want to use there numbers that are using tests that are irrelevant ....See MoreGreg Reed
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