Tim - Site Editor - from 2018, Thank you Tim! I was wondering what replacing it cost. Is the CWS 8100 much better than the Simonton 6100 that HD would be putting in? If HD could prove to me that their install crew would do a great job with my project, I would seriously consider that option. Pella: Hurricane Shield. Simonton Stormbreaker Plus They have a very cool latch and auto lock feature that is quite nice. Recently, the brown vinyl stripper started to warp. Is this a quality window, or is it a low-grade category window? Neil - Homeowner - from 2021, -- Estimated CWS Aria Price: $550 to $700 installed -- I have the following size windows: 2 each 36 x 49 picture window, 1 each 82 x 105 Picture Window, 1 each 72 x 24 x 12 Eyebrow & Legs Picture, 1 each 36 x 24 picture window, 1 each 96 x 19 picture window, 1 each 36 x 61 hung window, 3 each 30 x 36 picture window, 3 each 52 x 70 hung window, 1 each 36 x 24 hung window They each look like a viable option. CWS has a very good reputation in the industry. If you don't need impact windows, go with a mid range or premium vinyl series. Six 52x 37.5 In general, PGT is a bit more well known than Custom Window Systems, but both CWS and PGT are my top picks for impact windows on the south east coast. Quote was for $14000 and this was for full installation of windows and any additional material needed to complete the job. I just contracted with New South for 12 panels (4 large sliders) of lower level sliding glass high impact doors out to the pool. Custom Windows Window Treatment Services Window Repair Fireplace Contractors Painters Paint & Wall Covering Dealers Door Contractors Glass & Shower Door Contractors Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers Landscape Contractors Landscape Construction Land Clearing Garden & Landscape Supplies Deck & Patio Builders Deck Repair Patio Design PS We live about 2 miles from the Gulf of Mexico in Seminole, FL. Sandy - Homeowner - from 2021, I did sign a contract with Window World for the wincore 8000 series impact-resistant double hung windows. Take care of the installers and treat them good it all works, out in the wash. My crew was Anthony and Justin a small crew, with may years of experience whom explained every step and took pride. I remember reading they acquired CGI. Does anyone have an idea about the price difference between PGT Winguard Aluminum windows and Marvin or Anderson impact windows? I would be inclined to endorse CWS windows over EAS for the simple reason that I know CWS makes a very solid and reliable product. Jeromy - Homeowner - from 2016, Jeromy, that's a big price difference. WinGuard Vinyl, CA 5540, PW 5520, and SGD 5570, EnergyVue, CA 5440, PW 5420, and SGD 5470, 2023 PGT Innovations, All Rights Reserved. Paradise quoted us out on CWS windows $7800. Meredith - Homeowner - from 2018, -- Estimated CWS 8000 Costs: $600 to $750 installed -- Ive put in some good sized wi, French door vs sliding? http://pgtwindows.com/products/sh5400/ You should be able to find a smaller company like Ace Hardware etc. Anyone have any experience using Pella's Impact Windows or Viwinco Impact Windows? Most times the factory will pay for only the window and force the homeowner to use only it's factory sponsored labor (at a high rate) to try to offset the loss of product value. If you wanted a third option, I'd look for a local rep from them. CGI Impact-Resistant Windows & Doors: Sentinel by CGI. If you get the "premium" vinyl window from either of these companies, you will be getting a very good windowcertainly one that I would have in my own home. PJ - Homeowner - from 2019, PJ, in Florida I usually recommend PGT, CWS, Simonton and Ply Gem. My CWS quote was DOUBLE my PGT quote, so you need another quote directly from a local dealer/installer. Dane - Site Editor - from 2022, I just got done with a 5-hour spiel from a sales rep for FHIA (Florida Home Improvement Associates, Inc.) who made a big to-do about their being the home improvement contractor of choice for Sam's Club and BJ's. Eco windows have a large bottom sash if I remember right. Best Hurricane Impact Windows, Brands, Materials & Costs I have not heard of many issues with CWS windows. I'll let you all know how it goes! " local companies. Brands that were previously the "standard" are just like everyone else (used to be) and turning out stuff with QA/QC issues. The Company expects its net leverage ratio at closing to be approximately 2 . We live in Tampa and came down to PGF and Simonton. My second choice is the Simonton 9800 series. Also we have a home in sw florida and are considering building a home there and would like a product for that area as well but must be hurricane rated. Lisa - Homeowner - from 2016, Lisa, I don't know much about Storm Tight, I did a bit of checking and they seem ok, I noticed a few people had some negative reviews that centered on slick sales presentations and poor customer service, but that doesn't mean much. Have a great weekend!! Wincore Estimate: $43.4K (using CWS patio sliders) I was going to contract with a local Diamond rated PGT Dealer (Weather Tite) and then Paradise Exteriors offered to drop their estimate for the Soft-Lits to almost the same amount. I love the fact that the WW has a good reputation, that's great to know. We manufacture Earthwise windows & doors- the only vinyl impact windows & doors manufactured in FL backed by the Good Housekeeping Seal. Does anyone have any advice regarding the operability/ease of use of the casements versus single hung windows? It has been a very time consuming and frustrating process. That is my issue. PGT WinGuard Vinyl windows and doors are designed to meet or exceed the International Building Code for: Air infiltration Water resistance Deglazing Forced-entry resistance Structural integrity Small and large missile impact protection Residential intruder protection WinGuard Vinyl 5500 Series Architectural AR5520 I noticed that many people had asked about those windows in 2016 and was wondering if you have any better feel for the product? From what I have heard and been told they are the two major players in the impact rated residential window market in Florida. Can you go back to the local dealer and ask them to custom order it for you? If it were me, I'd get a few more bids to see what else is out there. I would particularly recommend the Okna 400, which is a great entry level vinyl window, better than most manufacturer's mid range offering. I know that CWS makes a good impact window. All in all, if you like and trust the people doing your installation, I think you are choosing a quality impact window for your Florida home! Dane - Site Editor - from 2022, Hi Dane, I am trying to find out what the difference is between the CWS StormStrong series and the CWS WindPact Plus series. I took a look at the PGT website and found that they offer the PGT single hung 5400 series and the double hung 5460 in a bronze finish. Typically, the mid range window series is going to offer the best long term value. (assumes medium sized window and normal installation), Tim, I have a quote on the Coastal version of the Simonton 6100 series. If you want any further information we did boatloads of research on all the impact Windows. So, from what I can tell, once the winds reach hurricane strength your windows are no longer promised not to leak. Hello Dane, thanks for the response. The Windpact also comes in a number of vinyl door options. I don't think Soft-Lite is more of a cold climate window, I just think the factory is located in a cold climate. Are single hung windows (which FHIA said are the only kind they deal with) much better than double hung? PGT 5500 new winguard vinyl series which are triple pane, laminated, and insulated with lowE coating. :) Thank you again! They are particularly known for their "hurricane" windows or impact windows for coastal homes. The bid for all windows was $12,000.00. I received a quote for impact resistant windows from a company in southwest florida that installs both Custom Window Systems Wind-Pact Plus (CWS) as well as PGT windows. Thank you Elizabeth! It appears that it's simply a financing program so that wouldn't help with the overall cost (although certainly it would help alleviate that initial cost payment). Will ask about the Simonton comps windows. The key, is pick great windows but the installing company is just as important!! Any advice on using CWS/MI vs. PGT products would be greatly appreciated. Read More Headquarters PO Box 1529, Nokomis, Florida, 34274, United States Phone Number (941) 480-1600 Website www.pgtwindows.com Revenue $1B Industry Building Materials Manufacturing The CWS is an Argon filled window, but the ESW Elite is not. PGT Windows Reviews | Updated 2023 Reviews & Prices Jeld-Wen ImpactGard Protection for Windows. They make a wood window with any aluminum cladding. . I was told that PGT did not have the lifetime warranties that CWS was offering is this true? Which option do you think is better? $8800. Product Evaluation - Vinyl Fixed Windows - Texas Department of Insurance )3) 23 x 70 casement type Custom Window Systems Wind-Pact Plus vs PGT - Replacement Windows As noted in our energy efficiency section, your local climate will be a factor. Assuming you are comfortable with the company doing the work, I think you have found a good option. We used the ogee grid on the front of the house to give it a colonial look which has single hung windows. The CWS salesperson carries PGT and claims that PGT line is 8-10% more than the CWS line. Tom - Homeowner - from 2018, Tom, that price seems high to me. Forgive me for the question, but what does that have to do with PGT in this case? Not enough ratings CEO Rating Jeff Jackson 62 / 100 CEO Rating Winner Have narrowed my search down to PGT Winguard Aluminum windows and now trying to decide between single hung and casement windows.Majority of windows are 36x72. I am leaning towards the CWS windows but I wanted to find out if $12,000 is reasonable. We hear about PGT all the time and both of my husband's siblings went with PGT on their homes. He was really pushing EAS windows. Thanks in advance for your assistance. They work with these series every day and they will have the exact specs and number variations for each of their two products. 33301 Contact Number 954-256-1055 They made one heck of an impact window. Here is a summary of how the competitors of PGT Custom Windows + Doors compare to one another: Ply Gem Holdings has the most employees (9,471). Jo - Homeowner - from 2018, Jo, the CWS Aria window is an okay vinyl window. Thank you. Have a great day! The small business I like very much has a 4 month delay on PGT so quoted me on Cws. AmCraft isn't what I would consider a very good brand and I would be wary about going with them. Upon inspection at delivery we found all windows had significant defects and we refused to have them installed. Call up a bunch of companies and tell them the opening size and see if they can give you a ballpark quote -- they will probably want to come out to give you a formal bid, which is great. Send our site editor Dane your questions, and get personalized answers that can save you thousands of dollars on your project! Stormbreaker plus quote: $9100 The Window World of Savannah had excellent reviews from every site that I have checked including BBB. CWS - Custom Window Systems - Sea Coast Window The price quote from Home Depot seems high, $1175 per window, I think you can do better than that, although I don't have any project specifics to back that up. Andersen Windows & Doors. My valence and returns do not meet. Guessing you meant CWS in this case? I am just going to pray that all goes well and I have a positive experience! I would much prefer you spend the extra $1400 and go with the PGT bid. Single and double-hung windows are also some of the . I'm very bummed that we can no longer get Gorell (out of business), the 5400 that they sold was a very hefty window and very well made. Home Depot subcontracts instllersinstallers so there is a double layer of mark ups. Headquartered in Ocala, Florida, the company has been in business since 1986 and serves most of Florida through dealer networks -- i.e. Fixed windows offer more glass area than fixed casement windows. Tim - Site Editor - from 2020, I live in the Tampa Bay area and I'm having my vinyl windows replaced. Thank you so very much! Have a question on window quotes, prices, or reviews? PGT Estimate: $63K (using PGT patio sliders) I know that supply chain issues have screwed up all sorts of industry's quality, but that doesn't explain or help your situation. HD came back with a revised quote of $8436.95 after I told them I would only do the same 11 windows FHIA quoted me for. and do an incredible job tell Scott Noel sent, you. PGT doors add convenience and style to any room. So even though the CWS Aria is their entry-level window, you thinks it's a decent product? Get the two bids and see how they compare; sometimes you will get wildly different bids from local companies depending on how busy or not busy their work schedule. To be honest, I didn't even know they offered a Coastal version of the 6000 series. I will say that both of these series are well regarded and either one should serve you well when coupled with professional installation from a quality and well reviewed install company. This acquisition has helped them to become a near-unmatched leader in the impact window and door industry. Thanks. Cant make up my mind. homosexuality in ancient greece google scholar Kind Regards, CWS is owned by PGT I do believe for a couple of years now, they just operate under the original name. Dane - Site Editor - from 2021, -- Estimated CWS Patio Door Price: $1,600 to $2,750 installed -- You guys are making me nervous! Dane - Site Editor - from 2019, Tim, I have a fairly complex set of windows and work that needs to be done for the install. 11 windows for $12K. Thank you. Dana - Homeowner - from 2016, Dana, these two impact windows are pretty close in quality, as are CWS and PGT in terms of quality and construction. Thanks for getting back to me so quickly. Custom Window Systems - High Performance Windows and Doors The other affordable hurricane window that is available throughout Florida is the StormBreaker Plus from Simonton, if you google "StormBreaker Plus Jacksonville Florida", or whatever city you live in, you should be able to quickly and easily find a contractor who carries this brand. Dane - Site Editor - from 2015, We live in the southwest section of Florida and recently received a bid for hurricane windows on our home - 10 windows in all. So I think you have to good options, so kudos to you for that! custom window systems vs pgt - Reiko Sayre My top picks for storm windows and doors (which go from best to good) include the Soft-Lite Barcelona Impact Series, Soft-Lite Armor Impact Series, Sunrise Coastal Series, PGT WinGuard Series, Stanek UltraExtreme Series, CWS Windpact Series, Wincore 8000 series, the Simonton Stormbreaker Series, and the Viwinco OceanView Series. 8502 NW 80th Street Medley Suite #103, FL, 33166 305-419-1404 support@ecowindowsystems.com Replacement Windows Information and Forum for all brands of windows. CWS is a MUCH smaller operation -- Simonton is the largest manufacturer in the business. Thank you in advance and I appreciate your advice and assistance. Custom Window Systems. I know that the Softlite are among the best vinyl windows. The house windows are PGT 5500 Series. How does the CWS compare, and is the softlite worth the extra 20% all other things being equal? Please let me know your thoughts. Located in southwest Florida, PGT products are sold in the Eastern U.S., the Gulf Coast, the Caribbean, and other international markets. Thanks. Custom Window Systems is a Florida based vinyl and aluminum window manufacturer that specializes in both impact and non-impact windows. "I just got quotes on windows from Paradise, Window Wall and PGT from Home Depot.". We are having a difficult time accepting such a huge price difference. We live in South Florida so both hurricane protection and energy efficiency are important to us. PS: thank you all for sharing your stories, I'll be replacing 28yr old windows this year and my research brought me here. Elizabeth Keough - Which company did you go with to install your windows? 1 - 52 x 62 ES Windows vs PGT - Hurricane Impact Windows Comparison The Simonton is actually not a bad window, it's a decent middle of the road vinyl window, although I'm always very wary about the installation you might be getting from the subs through HD. It doesn't cover much! So I'd do the CWS if I were you and save yourself some money. Jeromy, that price is much more in line with what I was thinking. 600 Series | 8000 Series The doors are of a very sturdy, nice-looking quality. Would these windows be considered entry-level windows/ If you are doing full framed replacement windows you certainly can use an aluminum framed window same as vinyl or wood. I like the single hungs from CWS and they are going to be a much better window than the Home Depot Simonton (I'm assuming it's either the Daylight Max or the VantagePointe series). CWS Windows Cost Quote: $11,597 I'd never run a one legger, especially in the highly competitive window business. Headquartered in Ocala, Florida, the company has been in business since 1986 and serves most of Florida through dealer networks -- i.e. Dane - Site Editor - from 2016, We have 2 quotes for 14 windows. Ive had my CWS windows for a year now and the only thing I don't like are the latches. Fit and finish, performance, customer service is all on the lower end of the scale. Return to "Ask Our Pro's a Question". Does Low E windows make a room too dark? We purchased multiple PGT aluminum windguard windows and slider doors for a condo by a reputable window and door company. This is also for the replacement of one cast windowsill inside and out. Undoubtedly, the Soft-Lite Imperial LS is a great vinyl window, but CWS makes a very good window as well.
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