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Replacement windows ? I live in Upstate NY , and i am looking for cheap replacement windows . And suggestions? to be more specific , i need to replace a couple kitchen windows . And i don't want to spend a lot of money .

What are the best replacement windows if you live in very hot climate? The windows in my house are in dire need of replacement. But I am so overwhelmed by the number of options out there, and each salesman says his windows are the best. How can I make an educated decision and get the best quality for my money?

What do I look for when installing replacement windows? How much does a good window replacement cost? Are there any hidden costs to replacement windows that I have to watch for?

What is the best brand of replacement windows? We are looking for replacement windows. We are looking for good quality windows that we last but not cost too much. Which are the best value for the money and are long lasting.

When purchasing replacement windows and doors (in my case vinyl) does it pay to go expensive? The cost of high end replacement patio doors and windows is like 3-4 times as the ones you can by at Lowe's or Home Depot. If they last longer, wear better, they might be worth it, but I'm not a rich man, and if the differences are minimal, I don't want to shell out the big bucks. Thanks in advance for any advice and/or sources.

What do I need to know about buying replacement windows? Share your knowledge, tips, advice, cautions, etc. about replacement windows. I have a 3 bedroom ranch and am considering a window company to do it. What kind of windows should I get? Vinyl? Double pane? I know nothing HELP ME!

How is the BEST way to measure for replacement windows? I need to replace my old wooden windows... to vinyl replacement windows. How do I measure them, without calling a professional? Please be precise, thank you.

Approximately how much should each replacement windows cost? I understand the different qualities and companies will vary in cost, but what is a good estimate to work off for replacement windows? I've got 16 normal size windows that need to be replaced.

Need a good website to help in decoding vinyl replacement windows? We are replacing our windows with retrofit vinyl windows and are finding it very difficult to navigate between all the different models, manufacturers and efficiency numbers. Problem is that not as many people replace thier windows so not as much information on the longevity of the windows, except for from the salesman. Does anyone happen to know an address of a discussion board or forum regarding replacement windows? thanks in advance. We live in Southern California

Should I stay out of the house after getting replacement windows? I am getting replacement windows becuz my current windows have lead paint on them. After getting the windows replaced should I stay out of the house for a while due to the lead dust. I have a newborn and a six year old?

What are the best replacement windows for hot climate, more e coating or more argon? Getting replacement bids...so confusing. Will purchase tax benefit windows. Is it better to have more e coatings (3) and less Argon or 1 e coating and argon with spacer? More e coatings appear to darken window in inside lightening.

Does it matter whether I get vinyl or wood replacement windows as far as resale value when I sell in 3 years? I like vinyl replacement windows versus wood replacement -tried of painting, staining, maintainence of wood. Is there a difference in perceived value when I go to sell the home to a new prospective buyer -whether its vinyl or wood? Thank you for your response.

Is their any help for senior citizens for replacement windows? My parents are 80 and 74 years young. Does anyone know of a program to help pay the cost of replacement windows? Thanks for looking.

Should I choose vinyl or non-vinyl replacement windows? I need advice on whether to buy vinyl replacement windows for my home. I am finding mixed information on the Web. I know that vinyl windows can be very energy efficient, but I am concerned about dioxin and other toxins linked to vinyl. I just got an estimate today, and the non-vinyl windows (fiberglass) are nearly twice as expensive as the vinyl ones. Can you help me decide?

What is the "hook-a-bou" method for the installation of replacement windows? We are replacing windows damaged by Hurricane Katrina. The replacement windows that we like are Simonton Prism Platinum. The literature says the installation method is "hook-a-bou." I don't know what that is.

Does anyone have recommendations for replacement windows? My wife and I just started looking at purchasing replacement windows. We had an Appleby sales rep. at our home tonight and their product is impressive but they are expensive. To put some perspective on the weather we have, we live in the South Eastern Pennsylvania area. Has anyone done any previous research or have recommendations (possitive or negative) that they would be willing to share? Thanks!

wasps making their way into my house via vinyl replacement windows? What can I do to keep wasps/yellow jackets from entering my house through my vinyl replacement windows? I have even found them between the outside screen and the window when the window is closed, so how are they getting in?? The screens aren't torn either. For the price that we paid for them, I don't expect to have these things coming inside!! Help!

Where can I get replacement screens for Stanley Windows? My house was built in 2006, I just bought it as a REPO and the previous owners actually took all the window screens, which is very annoying! The brand of the windows is Stanley. I cannot find any information online about Stanley Windows anywhere. Does anyone know anything about this company? Or, where can I order replacement window screens that fit like originals? I am afraid to order them and have them not fit. Any guidance would be greatly appreciated. Thank You!

Buying a house that needs work. Need to know about how much peeps pay for a roof and replacement windows? I can't afford much more than a house that needs work. Not afraid of that at all, except windows and roof. What kind of prices should I expect if I want replacement windows or roof repairs. I don't want a get down estimate, I don't own a house yet. Just want an idea what other peeps have paid so I know if I'm making a bad decision or not. Thanks!

Who has the best replacement windows? I need double hung replacement windows? Low E, double pane, triple pane, aluminum, vinyl? Thanks!

Can I put replacement windows in? My dad built a brick porch on the front of our house in 1961. I found that out today when I seen "61" carved into the concrete floor. Mom and dad are gone, and now I own the house. I would like to take the storm windows down and put real windows in there spot. How do I know if I can use replacement windows? There are wood frames around the windows.

In choosing replacement windows, what is the relative strength and weakness of vinyl versus fiber glass? Would any one be able to tell me the relative merits or demerits of the two types of make of replacement windows? Namely, vinyl frame or fiber glass frame? What about wood? Is wood out of favor now?

How to Install Full Replacement Andersen Series 400 windows? I am getting ready to install new full replacement windows, is there anything special that I should know and or do, other than follow the manufacturing installation instructions also any special precautions?

What to know about replacement windows for your home? What to know about replacement windows for your home? Dual pane glass vs low e insulating glass? When lowes.com describes "Grilles, Clear Obscure, Clear" has options of either grid or clear? Which is preferred?

What replacement windows are better, Anlin, Simonton or Millgard? With all the different companies and all the different kinds of replacement windows floating around it can be confusing. Which is a better QUALITY Window and which is a RELIABLE Company to hire for the job?

$189 replacement windows installed. Are they any good? Has anyone had experience with these deals? I see ads all the time about double hung vinyl replacement windows installed for $189.00 Whats the catches to these deals?

Bought replacement windows that are too small; How can I make them fit? We are poor LOL bought some discounted replacement windows at a bargain price $49 each (normally $835.00 each installed);double hung, Low E, Argon filled, Vinyl Simontron Windows. These windows are about 4-5 inches smaller than my current widows outlined by brick. How do you make them fit?

Vinyl Replacement Windows Estimate. Questions to ask Contractor.? I'm getting an estimate for replacement windows at my home. I will be having a bunch replaced. What should I look for from the contractor? What questions should I ask him? Thanks.

How to install vinyl replacement windows.? How do you measure for replacement windows in a cement block house?

Has anyone had Serious brand vinyl replacement windows installed? Considering Serious brand series 501 replacement windows for my house. They seem to be high quality windows. Would appreciate any comments on quality and/or installation. Also considering Alside Excalibur windows.

When installing replacement vinyl windows, should the frames be replaced as well? One window contractor said the best job is to replace the frames as well as opposed to simply retrofitting a replacement window.

Replacing windows.I would like some advise on windows. Any good ideas for replacement windows in the northeast? Does any one in the northeast, Massachusetts know of a good replacement window. I want quality and good price.Thank u.

What does "up to 62 U.I." means in an add for replacement windows? I'm looking around trying to find out the best deal on vinyl replacement windows (double hung windows) and one add mentions "up to 62 U.I." and I cannot find out what it means. By the way, anybody out there got replacements windows and were satisfied with the quality and the price?

Need help deciding on home replacement windows.? I live in Dallas Texas and am in the process of buying replacement windows for my home. Here is what I am deciding between and would love to get some insight form an epert or from others that have recently purchased windows.: 1. Fiberglass vs. Vinyl - Have been quoted Vinyl from Pella. Looks nice but more expensive. Are they worth the extra price (3k? Is it a better to have in hot temperatures? My house shifts so is on more flexable than Vinyl? Is Pella a good brand for Fiberglass? 2. If I was to look at Vinyl I have quotes from Home Depot (Simonton) & Lowes (Dakota and Pella). The Lowes rep. says that Dakota (out of Arkansas) makes a better vinyl product. Anyone know much about Dakota and how it compares to the others. Out of three which is the best? Simonton is about $2,500 more than Dakota. Is it worth the price? Any experience with buying from Home Depot or Lowes. Thanks!

Replacement Window Installation Albany – windows and a patio door? I need a replacement window installation Albany and a misaligned patio door fixed, suggestions guys? Last summer during a barbeque we messed up our patio door and since then it doesn’t close properly and it’s really hard to close. We also needed new windows for our whole upper flow and we wanted an estimate and then a new installation before the winter comes Jen

Have you recently purchased replacement windows for your house? Looking for anyone who's had replacement windows installed in the last 2-3 years or so. It's not the cost I'm concerned with, though I'd love to hear your comments. I'm more interested in what you had and what you chose as the replacement, what kinds of things you considered while shopping, and now that you have your new windows, do you have any "I wish..." items - things you'd do differently? Thanks!

replacement windows? I am looking to purchase 7 replacement windows before winter. What brands are good? I want something that will be very energery efficent, any suggestions as to what I should look for? Idea on cost per window? All 7 are the same size. Where should I shop, lowes, homedepot, elsewhere/

Which is easier new windows or replacement windows? I am putting new windows in my house, the house was built in 1920 or so and we are looking to replace the windows, would it be easier for me to do new windows or replacement windows, I am fairly good are home repairs.

Who makes replacement windows with blinds in between glass? I want to replace the windows on my house and would like to replace my existing windows with ones that have the blinds inbetween the panes of glass. I know I seen seen advertisements for this type of windows in the past, but I have had no luck searching the web for who might make them. Thanks for your help in advance.

I dropped my laptop and Windows will not boot, is there any way to get a windows replacement disc? I dropped my laptop and it will not boot. I can still plug the HD up and retrieve all of my old docs. I am going to buy another hard drive (identical) but was wondering if there is any way to get a replacement disc of Windows 7 since I already own it.

What are the best type of replacement windows? I'm replacing four double hung windows. Vinyl, direct from a local manufacturer will cost < $1500 installed. A well known international company will charge $5000 for the same windows but with metal clad exterior and pine interiors. The less expensive have a grill between the glass panes, the pricier ones have a removable wooden grill that looks far better and won't compromise the look of the front of the house. Both are virtually maintenance free. Any advice? Thanks.

What replacement windows are better? Paradigm or A-Best? I am looking for replacement window companies and I like the price of these two companies and they are made in Maine. Does anybody have either one? If so, or if you know someone let me know what you think about them.

A handy man offered to install replacement windows for $100 a piece. Is this a good deal? He measured and told me what size to buy. I would buy the windows myself where ever I want. I have two windows at 34x27 and two at 57x28 1/2.

Manufacturer names of vinyl replacement windows? I am looking for a brand of vinyl replacement window and I can't remember what it is. It is not Pella or Anderson.

What are some good companies for replacement windows? My house is 50 years old and still has the original windows. It needs new ones. I was wondering if anyone could recommend a company in the STL area for this job?

Menards Vs. Home Depot for replacement windows? anyone ever compare the 2's products and prices when shopping for replacement windows?

How much would it cost to get Pella replacement windows for 14 windows? I want to get new windows and I hear that Pella is the best. I need 13 double hung windows and one picture window.

What is the difference between replacement windows and new construction windows? Can I use new construction to replace two kitchen windows that are weighted windows? Any tips on doing this? I am remodeling the kitchen, so I have the trim removed and the window frame is showing.

Insulating around replacement windows? What are some opinions of the best way to insulate around the replacement windows when you install them. I am currently using batt insulations and pushing it in all around the window with a putty knife, since I have tons of extra batts to use. What has anyone else had success with? Is that non-expanding foam any good? At $5 a can its quite pricey. Just curious of different or most successfull options out there.

What are good replacement windows to buy? I want to replace the windows in a home I am buying- any ideas or suggestions on what I should look for- any reputable companies in the NJ area you know of? Thanks.

Where can I find replacement window crank stems for my house windows? I am buying a house with the older wooden crank out windows. The previous owner removed all the handles AND the stems that they fit on. I can find all kinds of handles online, but they are all female, they don't come with the stems. can anyone help me find the stems or handles that come with stems?

Where should we go for replacement windows in Madison, Wi? We are looking to replace our wood double hung windows. We would like to go with vinyl this time because the wood is rotting. Our house is about 14 years old. What is the best window for our money. Is there a company you would recommend? We have had an estimate from Champion and Thebco. About a $4000 price difference.

How much should replacement windows cost for my home? My contractor has quoted $2500 for Marvin wood replacment windows for my home. Measurments 28x60 for two, 40x60 for 1 and36x59 for two others. Doesn't include installation. How much should it cost?

How much should I expect to pay for vinyl replacement windows? I have to replace 26 windows in a 66 year old house. These are old wood windows that have NEVER been replaced. I'm looking at a double pane, double hung, Shuco windows w/ a 25 year warranty. I recently got an estimate for $14,100 total (including windows, installation, removal of old windows, taxes, etc). In addition, they will replace my front door and install it at no additional cost. I'm in the DC area and while I have gotten other quotes from other vendors, I was wondering if this particular merchant was offering me a good deal.

What is the best brand of Vinyl replacement windows to use? I live in Southern California and will be replacing our windows which are original from 1972. There are so many different kinds out there and they all have their selling points. Any thoughts on what the best one maybe?

what is the best spacing for window panes in replacement windows? I'm looking to get new windows for my house and some people have different spacing between windows like 7/8" to 1" and one says one is better than the other. But which one is?

Is it ok to install replacement windows in the winter? I am scheduled to have new windows put in this week. Weather is going to be in the teens. Is this ok?

Do good replacement windows really help sell your house? My windows need to be replaced. Will home buyers really care if I replaced them with Anderson as opposed to some other company?

Are replacement windows installed in 2008 eligible for energy saving tax credits? I replaced all the windows in my home in early 2008. Are these improvements eligible for a tax credit? And if so, what documents do I need to provide with my tax return, if any?

How much should I pay for replacement windows? I have the windows already.

Do replacement windows always add value to a property? I am a widow with a three bedroomed sixties house with original windows. I am not sure whether I am going to stay here but will certainly do so for the next two years until I retire. The windows are OK but not brilliant. Is it worth spending the money to replace them.

Is adding a tint to replacement windows effective? We are considering replacing the windows in the house. We will be getting very low e factor windows. The manufacturer also offers a blue tint as an option, about 40% more on the cost. What purpose would it serve as the low e is supposed to significantly improve heating and cooling? Does it give more privacy?

Can anyone tell me the good bad and the ugly about Bristol Replacement Windows? I am looking at putting new windows in my house. had a sales guy come from Sash and Storms from Lima, Ohio to give me a quote. He says Bristol Windows are the best I am just wondering what other people have to say about this. Thanks.

What is a good company in STL for replacement windows? My house is 50 years old and still has the original windows. It needs new ones. I was wondering if anyone could recommend a company in the STL area for this job?

Where can I get cheap energy efficient replacement windows? I need to replace old energy sucking windows in odd sizes.

Can anyone recommend the best brand/make for residential vinyl replacement windows? I am a newer homeowner and looking to replace my home's current windows to reduce the heating bill as well as asthetics. Please tell me about experiences you have had with particular brands. Thank you for your help.