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Windows - Okna v. Ideal

4 years ago
last modified: 4 years ago

I am looking for advice on windows - I am remodeling my 1980's ranch house in New England. I have 2 offers I am considering for:

- 11 double hungs - 2 are tempered

- 1 picture with side casements

- 1 casement,

- 1 fiber glass front door

#1 - Ideal Perfect Fit Double Pane Windows . - Quote $13,000.

#2 - Okna Series 500 Triple Pane Windows (2 of the 11 would end up being double pane as they are in an unheated garage and wouldn't qualify for the rebate) - Quote $12,600

#3 - Alside - $18,000


Does anyone have experience with either brand or recommend what they'd go with? I was leaning towards #2 as it is triple pane for most windows and about the same price. The Okna windows also have spray foam insulation - is that just a gimmick or something to avoid?

Thank you!

Comments (15)

  • 4 years ago
    last modified: 4 years ago

    OKNA all day. What I know of Ideal Windows is not good.

  • 4 years ago
    last modified: 4 years ago

    The price of the OKNA includes a 100 dollar rebate/window if they are triple pane (from local utility company) (so in total 8 double hung/triple pane, 2 double hung/double pane in the unheated garage that would not qualify for the rebate/triple pane); and the picture window with casements, kitchen casement; and door.

  • PRO
    4 years ago

    IMO I would not mix double hung and casement so can we please see your draiwngs of how this will look on your house .

  • 4 years ago
    last modified: 4 years ago

    Oh, I didn't think of the design part - I was thinking more of getting more air. It's just your typical 80's raised ranch - the current living room picture window is flanked by 2 smaller double hungs. Someone suggested switching the double hungs to casements and I thought it was a good idea to get more air in. (My kitchen window is already casement in the back of the house). I'll get a picture later today.

  • PRO
    4 years ago

    This is one of the easier posts to answer in a while. I am with MWM and Todd.

  • PRO
    4 years ago

    +1.

    #2 would be the answer at a significant premium over the others, that pricing is very low for that scope. Provided that the company has a great reputation, that sounds like a deal that you should take asap.

  • 4 years ago

    Actually, the Okna Quote #2 didn't include the door. So it's an extra 3000 for a thermatru fiberglass door with storm door for a total of $15,600 (minus an energy rebate of about 1000 eventually). Would everyone still recommend #2? Thank you!!


  • 4 years ago

    Absolutely. In terms of quality product #1 & #3 are non-starters.

  • 4 years ago
    last modified: 4 years ago

    I like the Ideal ” majestic” series which is an exclusive, its a very nice window and only certain dealers are allowed to offer it. That said, the Okna in this case by a mile.

  • PRO
    4 years ago

    Yes, still a strong yes on #2. You essentially have 15 windows and an entry door, that pricing is more realistic yet still below average.

  • 4 years ago

    Thank you everyone!! I decided to change my picture window to a bow window (flanked by 2 casements). The total for the 3 windows is around 5600. Does that sound fair too?

  • PRO
    4 years ago

    Much like the other pricing, $5600 for a 3 panel bay window installed is pretty cheap.

  • 4 years ago

    Yes that seems like a great price. I had an Okna bow window with casmeents installed a couple years ago and it was over $6k. it is a great window, and would highly recommend it.

  • 4 years ago

    Ok thank you both. Hopefully everything comes out well!