window replacement and new siding - new construction vs vinyl in WI?

6 years ago

We will be replacing siding and windows in our home in WI. there will be 19 windows to replace. Yes the brick is going :)

1) I am overwhelmed with the window choices.. between the vinyl replacement companies, Ply Gem, Alliance, Simonton and Hayfield.. which would be the choice for replacements?

2) Should I consider new construction windows at this time?

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della70

6 years ago

We have been replacing windows over the past two years and have had our local glass replacement business, which does windows and glass shower door installations, do the work. The second floor windows were done by a different installer who took too long and was a one-man operation. Each installer, we found, used windows manufactured by small operations -- one in Minnesota and one in Ohio. We've found that most replacement windows were manufactured the same way and looked very similar. The important factor was the installer, his/her skill, and knowledge about what they were doing. Our installer even replaced some interior trim in the kitchen. We removed the old wood windows which were original to our 1928 home with vinyl. Very happy with the results. So my point is to check with your local business and they will tell you who they use, give you an estimate, and references. Good luck!

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Windows on Washington Ltd
6 years ago
Are you near Milwaukee? If so, I would add Okna to that list and there is a great company by the name of HomeSealed that serves your area. He has some fantastic products in terms of siding and windows out there and runs a top flight company.
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Patricia Colwell Consulting
6 years ago
Why on earth would you remove the brick? The shutters should be the first thing thaat hits the trash they do nothing for the house.I am not familiar with the companies in your area so can’t help there . A new garage door with some glass would be a nice addition. Is you old siding wood, it might just need painting. I am one that dislikes vinyl siding, I think I would have the bowed window removed and just have it made flat.
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BeverlyFLADeziner
6 years ago
last modified: 6 years ago
I would make the home more 'farmhouse' in style.
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mbkatz
Original Author
6 years ago
We are replacing all siding and windows .... lp siding and trying to figure out good windows... but so many companies out there
Ron Mexico
6 years ago
Installation sure is important, but I take major umbrage with the statement that it's the only thing to worry about. Products may look the same but they can be designed and manufactured at very, very different levels of quality. Where are you located mbkatz? I'm sure that you can get some referrals given that you are looking to sort through a sea of company choices, including the one from Windows on Washington above.
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toddinmn
6 years ago
Homesealed has an outstanding reputation and proven products. If he does not serve your area I think he could point you in a good direction.

Thr products you listed are not that stellar. The Hayfield could be good depending on what line .
mbkatz
Original Author
6 years ago
We are in muskego Wisconsin
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toddinmn
6 years ago
Pretty close to Homesealed.
mbkatz
Original Author
6 years ago
Todddinmn do you work for homesealed?
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toddinmn
6 years ago
That's funny, but no.

Just trying to steer you towards some better products than the ones you listed and Homesealed is the only one I know that is going to deliver on product and install.

I would consider Soft-Lite and Okna your best options in vinyl.

I would also lean towards new construction Windows
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