Hi Pat,

We used Andersen 400 series HP and have had no problems at all. Every builder I talked to preferred them to the Pella windows. I'm not sure why, but that was the opinion of all five guys. They were slightly higher than the Pellas in my area (South Jersey), but I think they ran $28K for all 43 windows, and I have a lot of big windows in the house (see blog "2008 Cedar Ln" for pics).

Hope that helps!

Eric

Sorry, choking a bit here, $28K for 43 windows? That's an average cost of $651/window. Wow.

Sorry, that actually included two sliders and the front picture window (se602) which was $2,300 alone. It also included all grilles and screens.

Eric

We have been shopping all the major brands as well. We wanted fiberglass due to the color availability not found in vinyl, the Energy Star ratings, etc. We were very interested in Milgard's all-fiberglass windows but got a bid and realized it was simply too expensive. We were almost ready to resign ourselves to the white vinyl theme (not what we wanted), when we made one more stop to look at and price the Marvin Integrity fiberglass window. We are absolutely thrilled with the quality, color choice, and (most of all) the price. So, anyone out there pulling their hair out over window selection we strongly recommend having a look at Marvin's Integrity line -- it comes in both all-fiberglass and wood-fiberglass clad. 

For anyone who is still considering Andersens, I will never, ever, deal with Andersen again. After they lost two of my double units, they were very smug about taking their sweet time solving the problem. In the end, they did make new units, but were very slow about shipping from their warehouse. When I knew they were at their warehouse, I insisted that I'd rent a U-Haul trailer and drive the hour to pick them up. At least then I'd know where they were. It took around five weeks from lost to forced pick up. Just my two cents.

Rick

Yes I understand, but it was Andersen that lost the windows. If for a minute I thought the distributor was at fault, I'd be blasting them. It should be pointed out that Andersen is a huge company with multiple distribution points throughout the country, and each one is probably managed differently. At any point (according to the distributor), it is not clear if you are talking to someone from a distribution point or the factory. In my particular case, I think the major problem is at the distribution point. It is also the general attitude that no matter who you deal with, "you are after all, getting Andersen, so deal with it."

Rick

Hi Brad,

I got the windows from Universal Supply. There are about 6 locations in south Jersey. My rep was Scott. I can give you his number via private message if you want it. I ordered the windows in early October, 2007. I think I got the sliders for $1,900 each? My windows were also pre-finished by Andersen, which the builder highly recommended since they are done in the factory. I have all the specifics at home if you want any more info. I can give you a size/price breakdown.

Hope that helps,

Eric

Pic included.

Here is all of the info on my windows in the attachment. Hope that helps!

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Hi Brad,

We are also going with Anderson 400 Series "Tilt Wash" windows. There are 32 windows and one slider in our quote from Fox Lumber. They seem to be very well priced. Attached is our quote, if you might want to shop both Eric's and our supplier for a price comparison. Since you're in Basking Ridge, Clinton (where Fox is out of) is not that far. We've been working with Anthony and George there. 

We ordered all our windows and they are scheduled for delivery on or about Aug 20! Hopefully, our framer will be ready for them, but Fox also said they would hold them on site for a week or two if we are not ready in time.

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Gabriela,

Just out of curiosity how much was the installation? You can message me if you don't want to post it here. 

Thanks,

Brad

Hi Brad,

Not sure I'm am able to tell how much our installation is; 'cause it sounds like you are doing replacement windows and we are doing new-construction windows. Our windows were ordered last week and will be arriving around August 20th, when our framer will install all windows and outside doors. His framing bid is not broken down by how much installing windows costs vs. the actual house framing job, but he was adamant that we have all exact rough openings for him to begin. Total framing, depending on who we go with, will be between $18K-$24K. I would imagine a small part of that bid is actually window installation, 'cause I think that's probably the real easy part of his whole job? Not being a framer and ALL, that's what I think.

Remember, my friend, you get what you pay for. I am biased, because I work for Pella; but there is a reason why J.D. Powers and Associates named us #1 in customer service. Also, with our partnership with Lowe's and their qualified installers or one of our fine window stores will be able to help you. Also, if you get a bid from the window store then take it to the Lowe's store; they will beat the window store's price.

Yes $651 per window is very high.

I hope that is an installed price as well as a biannual cleaning for life included.

Chuck

Hi Pat,

We are building a home in Tahoe City and are also looking at the Marvin Integrity line since they're fiberglass and energy efficient. Out of curiosity, if you don't mind sharing, how many windows did you get and at what price? Also was your dealer nearby?

Our house will have 10 sliders and 32 windows.

Thanks in advance!

Best,

-kenan