I know there are plenty of discussions on this forum regarding window brands and strong opinions to go with each brand. I am about o break ground on a new home that will have over 80 windows, many in various mulled configurations. Have received a pretty decent quote on the Andersen 100 series of $44,568. We never open windows, so the vast majority are fixed windows.

The house is a transitional design, white exterior with black windows, so we are looking at out options. I have no problem with the composite windows, and think they have some advantages over aluminum clad, especially when talking about doors. I would also consider clad if the price isn't too out of control.

I'm curious what people's opinion are of the big three composite windows, Andersen, Pella, Marvin?

Also is there a consensus brand that makes clad windows that is the best bang for the buck? Supply house is recommending Lincoln clad, and I did go check some Lincolns out in a new build. They appear very nice, but I read many differing reviews on here. Sierra Pacific? Ply Gem clad? Any input is appreciated. Thanks in advance.