custom window systems vs pgt
It sounds like the opening is probably not standard so this is probably the reason (one of them certainly) for the high cost. We did this past summer for 5 hurricane impact windows. They make a wood window with any aluminum cladding. Builders grade at best products. It seems as most folks I hear speaking about vinyl vs aluminum PGT Winguard windows prefer the aluminum, but I would love to know why and to hear from anyone who has the vinyl to see if they are happy with them. money with a reputable installer and Manufacturer you get both of them working hand in hand to get the client satisfied. (assumes medium sized window and normal installation), I am replacing my windows in St Petersburg, FL (central, coastal Florida). PGT 5500 new winguard vinyl series which are triple pane, laminated, and insulated with lowE coating. Call Doug Ramsey at Sequel. If so, that price isn't too bad, but it doesn't strike me as super competitive, at least at first glance. Quote was comparable to PGT but much better warranty. They feel really cheap. They have a very cool latch and auto lock feature that is quite nice. -- Estimated CWS 600 Costs: $550 to $700 installed -- Is the CWS 8100 much better than the Simonton 6100 that HD would be putting in? My valence and returns do not meet. Custom Window Systems Wind-Pact Plus vs PGT. (I would love to go with your company, but you are more expensive than the CWS -- if you could match them, I would sign with you, etc.) Generally though, you can expect to pay between $375 and $770 on average for most PGT Series of Windows. So far have only spoken to Carrollwood Doors and Windows. Use a private browsing window to sign in. The dimensions of the ones I need are; The other is CWS single hung windows for just over $12,000. Dane - Site Editor - from 2018, Hi Dane, my husband and I are contemplating adding a Florida room to our home. Certainly some of these will be available and sold through local companies. Is the price reasonable? FHA actually reached out and they now have a double hung CWS and they are able to install them for $10,750. Elaine - Homeowner - from 2021, Im replacing a large slider door in Destin Florida. The doors are of a very sturdy, nice-looking quality. New construction window selection - need help! 1 size H37.5 x W 35.5 Dane - Site Editor - from 2016. His lowest price before the rebate was at $13 thousand something and then when I told him we would have to call him back, that's when he came up with the rebate (hard sell tactics to the max). When I had companies out to quote, I asked about aluminum frames and was told you could only do aluminum in new construction. seems like they use PGT windows. Window Pricing: PGT Windows prices vary according to style of window and the size of window selected. Off hand, I dont know which companies in Florida offer an exterior bronze vinyl window. My understanding is that the Durashield is Soft-Lite's entry level impact window. Ask replacement window questions & get answers! Then I think you go with CWS, otherwise the VantagePointe is probably the better value. PS We live about 2 miles from the Gulf of Mexico in Seminole, FL. What is the price difference between the two series? I noticed that many people had asked about those windows in 2016 and was wondering if you have any better feel for the product? I am planning on going with non-impact windows, and after getting 11 quotes (don't believe anybody who tells you to get only 2 or 3: this does NOT apply to Florida. My question has to do with double pane windows and they have to be hurricane glass. I'd probably give the nod to CWS in terms of their impact windows, but I'd give the nod to Simonton in terms of overall reputation and strength as a company. I would see which of their windows you like the look of and then I would use the lower bids to see how low you can get the CWS or PGT dealer to go. We had 21 CWS 8100 Series windows installed in 2018. Renewal by Andersen: $58k Products designed specifically for hurricane impact zones in Florida and other coastal markets. How does that sound? I will ask around if I can find someone. Do these windows have a good build quality? PGT Estimate: $63K (using PGT patio sliders) DO NOT go with CSW. Both Pella and Viwinco are not considered quality windows. I think the Simonton VantagePointe window is pretty good, but I would see how much you can get the CWS dealer to come down on his price and see if you can't get it to closer to 10K. 2 - 36 x 60 Sliders PGT 5500 new winguard vinyl series which are triple pane, laminated, and insulated with lowE coating. Of course, if there was a big price difference between the two, I think you'd certainly have to take that into consideration. Tim - Site Editor, Hi Dane, this company offer lifetime guarantee however it is a way of making money. There are only two manufacturers that have decent designs and color choices, Custom Window Systems and PGT windows. 3 panels 143 x 80 for $6400. I don't like this feature, but CWS does tend to make a quality window, despite the design flaw. Fred - Homeowner - from 2021, Fred, I don't have a lock on the differences between these two series. (assumes medium sized window and normal installation), Hello, we met with an installer and they offered us the CWS 8200 series impact winodws. Does it matter how good of a deal you received if you have thousands of dollars in water damage? From my research re HVHZ windows, water penetration is based on volume per minute and not wind speed. Eastern Architectural 400 Series: $21.5k The CWS window costs, which were for single hungs, were $7,500 total, the PGT windows price was $800 more. Hi - Looking to build a new home down in Florida on the waterfront. CGI Impact-Resistant Windows & Doors: Sentinel by CGI. I don't think Soft-Lite is more of a cold climate window, I just think the factory is located in a cold climate. Will ask about the Simonton comps windows. Well made and constructed. "Need personal recommendations for a business that sells & installs PGT hurricane impact home windows.". Is the WindPact Plus overkill for the Orlando area? . Our PGT Custom Windows + Doors manufacturing, glass plant, and delivery facilities are located in North Venice, FL and Ft. Myers, FL. Also find a Simonton dealer and get a bid on their Stormbreaker Plus. What I'm really trying to find out is if there are any significant differences in their single hung vinyl wind impact windows between the two companies. We had another local company gives us a price for CW windows equal to PGT and quote came in about the same price as the 14K. 3 - 36 x 60 Picture Dane or Tim Weather Shield: Premium Coastal Windows & Doors. Vero Glass & Mirror: The look of the house is craftsman. They are about 12 years old. Soft-Lite Barcelona Series Windows and PGT 5470 Series Doors: $28.5k It does however use a pocket sill, which funnels water through the frame and out weep holes. If there is a significant difference in the reputation and track record of the company doing the work then this would add a wrinkle to the equation. Dane - Site Editor - from 2016, We have 2 quotes for 14 windows. PGT Industries 8. The Simonton has the best warranty but Im more concerned about the quality of the product and appearance and not the warranty (since all three have a good warranty). I have gotten two quotes. Tim - Site Editor - from 2018, Hi Dane,I'm new to the Venice, FL area after moving from NJ. Seconding Wow. What are your thoughts? Elizabeth Keough - Which company did you go with to install your windows? Return to "Ask Our Pro's a Question". One is proposing Custom Window Systems 8000 series for about 5.5k for 9 windows, and the other would install softlite Imperial LS for 6.7k. I'm in FL. Also, Window World gives a limited lifetime warranty. I read on the website that Jeld Wen windows are not the best vinyl windows. I would put them both in the quite good category and I think they both offer a nice long term value for your money. Depending on the "defects", I think you will, contractually, need to give them the opportunity to remake the product and deliver it in specification. We too are trying to decided between the vinyl vs aluminum PGT Winguard windows and doors. Grids are 8/8 contoured grids. That's not the fault of the window company, but a function of the condition of your home. Originally the builder told us we had to use Custom Window Systems but now we have a choice of either CWS or PGT. $6400 for 3 panels 143 x 80. PGT has no regard for small customers. The rest of the windows were replaced when I bought the home in 2014 by the GC who did my remodel, as they were leaking and it could not wait. I did not have the same experience as Noel C as far as the initial sales visit, and when I told them my husband works long hours and it would be almost impossible to meet with us both - they still scheduled the appointment with me. 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! I've had very few issues with them and when they did the company worked with me to make sure that everything was worked out to the customers satisfaction. I am just going to pray that all goes well and I have a positive experience! PS: thank you all for sharing your stories, I'll be replacing 28yr old windows this year and my research brought me here. Thank you. Your prompt response will be helpful because I only have 3 days to break the contract. Thanks. Custom Window Systems (CWS) is an established hurricane impact window and door company located in Ocala, Florida. The estimate from Zager (CWS bid) is approx. Here's what I would do, call up PGT and see who their local rep is in your area and have them give you a bid. 3 size H62 x W 52 We're in Sarasota and narrowed it down to PGT and NewSouth. You enjoy uncompromised quality from the newest advances in technology and engineering. You don't need to sacrifice substance for style; we design each window for smooth operation and quality performance. We fell in love with the product claims, the low heat transfer and easy operation. PGT pioneered the U. S. impact-resistant window and door industry, and today is the nation's leading manufacturer and supplier of residential impact-resistant windows and doors. Got a bid from CWS for $22,640, although after some fancy number crunching it went down to $19,936. Project is ongoing as I write. To be honest, I didn't even know they offered a Coastal version of the 6000 series. Any advice would be highly appreciated! Thank you!! John - Homeowner - from 2021, John, the WindPact Plus Series 8100 from Custom Window Systems is a very good impact window from everything I know. How does the CWS compare, and is the softlite worth the extra 20% all other things being equal? We hear about PGT all the time and both of my husband's siblings went with PGT on their homes. (1) 52 x 38 single hung 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. Simonton 9800 Impressions: $765 a window "I just got quotes on windows from Paradise, Window Wall and PGT from Home Depot.". Amy - Homeowner - from 2022, Amy, I would say this is a coin flip for me, with a subtle push for the CWS Windpact option. However, not surprised especially since I have been told by over several professional installers that PGT Sliders have High Seal Failure, but usually are always warrantied. Thanks. Which option do you think is better? Pamela - Homeowner - from 2017, Hi, in terms of impact windows, PGT and CWS both offer a nice selection and array. It sounds like they are responding so that's good, but yes you have to pay for the labor and that seems unfair given the timeline of the install. I would recommend a few more bids to see how these compare. I'm also wondering what other companies I should look at in Florida? Joanne - Homeowner - from 2017, Joanne, a slider shouldn't be difficult to open or close, or at least I've never heard sounds like something internally was put together wrong. And New South, whose product pitch was impressive. I am having a hard time finding any solid review on CWS non-impact windows. Custom Window Systems vs PGT 5500 Hi Dane,I'm new to the Venice, FL area after moving from NJ. AmCraft isn't what I would consider a very good brand and I would be wary about going with them. It has not been a good experience .product seems ok but the installation has been a diaster!! You could threaten to report them to the BBB if they don't cover the labor cost of the windows you purchased 3 years ago, but I would not pin my hopes on this approach. Can be purchased as an option with PGT. Paradise quoted us out on CWS windows $7800. )3) 23 x 70 casement type 13 3 Simonton 6100 Picture Window (Coastal) I actually think it's the CWS Aria a pretty decent vinyl window. FAS Windows & Doors!!! Get a few bids, work the prices down, and then pick the window you want with the best options and cost. The Lani windows are made by Custom Window Systems. Not at all to large for a properly engineered unit. 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 $125 more per window for the SLthat's a tough question, I think it's right there on the borderline whether that's worth it or not. The company who is doing the project has tried several "possible solutions", none of which has worked. Meredith - Homeowner - from 2018, Meredith, that seems on the high side as far as I'm concerned. I have spent a lot of time calling around and havent been able to get quotes for Soft-Lite. Give them a call and see if they have an answer for you. 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. We like the idea of a local mfgr, but pricing was astronomical-almost double the Simeonton quote (ummmfactory direct implies a more reasonable price). Concern is that youngsters and people older than ourselves would have tremendous difficulty using these doors. Assuming the company doing the install is professional and offers quality services, you should be well served with either one of these products. Guessing you meant CWS in this case? Does Low E windows make a room too dark? We are in Tampa and looking at replacing our windows with impact hurricane windows. Susan - Homeowner - from 2018, Susan, I'm not sure if that too high, but it does appear to be quite expensive at first glance. I was told by the Installer that Stormbreaker plus windows has a perimeter trim which covers more of the glass. He was not obnoxious or pushy. Then with some slight trickery of the pen the quote was changed to $19,936, which is still too much for my budget. Can you go back to the local dealer and ask them to custom order it for you? We have 2 more companies seeing us this week that will give us quotes. Kind Regards, About Us Previous Next Consumers Protect your investment, increase curb appeal, and maximize your energy savings. WINGUARD ENERGYVUE Jeld-Wen ImpactGard Protection for Windows. 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. It's so hard to trust what's truth from fiction with this industry. My bad cpartist I was thinking of CGI not CWS. The size is 24 3/4 W &29 3/8 H. I'm not quite sure what remedies are out there though :( I would absoutely get a bid from PGT on their WinGuard window. Is it possible that a slider should be so difficult to open just due to its weight? Custom Window Systems is a Florida based vinyl and aluminum window manufacturer that specializes in both impact and non-impact windows. Post From FHIA Dane - Site Editor - from 2017, Hi. The 8200 windows are 5' and 6' wide. I do kind of like the idea of getting windows from a factory in the state in which you live, but I'm not sure there is anything really rational in the thought, I think it just gives me a piece of mind for some reason. Ultimately, I want black/bronze exterior and white interior. Assuming the installation quality is equal, I'd go with the less expensive option. Any comments regarding Soft-Lit Barcelona impact windows? What are the best hurricane rated impact windows we can buy? Tim - Site Editor - from 2018, We had a local company gives us a price for CW windows equal to the PGT quote and the bid came in about the same price as the 14K from CWS. Exterior beveled frame for architectural style Single hung sliding windows are designed to slide effortlessly up or down on heavy duty block-and-tackle sash balances Integral lift handles on top and bottom rails for ease of operation Design pressures up to +/- 100 Florida Product Approvals WindPact Plus Series 8100 SH Impact 17647.1 I'm assuming one will. I know that supply chain issues have screwed up all sorts of industry's quality, but that doesn't explain or help your situation. Two quotes so far: Karlovy, who or neighbors used and liked, but we have a few Simeonton windows and the vinyl frames in the south windows are chalky (it's only been 5 years since install--non south facing windows are fine). Air infiltration rate, U-value, design pressure would be the three data points I would look at 4 posts Page 1 of 1. Ive had my CWS windows for a year now and the only thing I don't like are the latches. Andersen Windows & Doors. The window has a design pressures of 60, which is excellent. (assumes medium sized window and normal installation), I'm in NE Florida and have 20 windows of varying sizes, along with two sliding glass doors, both rather large. Home Depot subcontracts instllersinstallers so there is a double layer of mark ups. CWS Windows get 4.2 out of 5 stars based on the 36 CWS windows reviews below. Lots of them do, although I'm not sure about the bigger home improvement places like Lowes or HD. Marge - Homeowner - from 2020, Marge, I think you're on the right track. Alliance Window Systems. their work is being monitored ,and the owner really cares. You enjoy uncompromised quality from the newest advances in . Houzz Pro: One simple solution for contractors and design pros, Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers, Outdoor Lighting & Audio/Visual Specialists. This would be an answer that the CWS rep who gives you a bid should have. Tim - Site Editor - from 2016. Yes, at the end of the visit, Joe DID ask for a commitment, but that is what any sales person would do. Years ago we used Gorell Windows. 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. 2 - 52 x 75 There are very few window companies I talked to in my area who would even quote Soft-Lite windows. All the windows with exception of one small bath window are considered oversized. Renton - Homeowner - from 2012, CWS does make good hurricane windows and they are not too crazy in terms of cost (or they shouldn't be). Both are quality products from what I know of the two. So far we have had to replace 10 sashes/panes due to failure and now one of the replacements has failed. Thank you MWM. I have not heard of many issues with CWS windows. $10,175.00 PGT 5400 EnergyVue 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. Tim - Site Editor - from 2018, -- Estimated CWS 600 Costs: $650 to $800 installed -- Do NOT do business with PGT.I am at the point of just replacing every defective window with a different brand ..this is so unfair and unprofessional and poor business standards. Are seal failures not covered as part of their warranty? Fraser - Homeowner - from 2018, Fraser, I would say that PGT has a bit better name and reputation than CWS, but not by much. I would definitely consider this this options for my home (if I required impact windows or doors) If you have any questions or if youd like me to recommend my local window distributor, dont hesitate to reach out to us. And, we don't want to continue replacing window after window for who knows how long. 1295 Followers 413 Following 15 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Abdou A. PGT sliding glass doors cost 2000 to 3300 for sizes between 71x78 and 70x94 inches and up to 9700 for doors 144x80 inches in size.