Window replacement

[Heartnsoul]

We purchased a 12 yr old home near sumter and these windows are the worst I have ever seen. I cannot open them from the bottom as lip is so tiny you cannot get a finger under it. Top is the same. We may have to replace all windows. Has anyone done this and what company would u recommend??

[starflyte1]

I am very interested in the suggestions that you get.

[jebartle]

352-267-3013. Ace Window has received 4.9 stars out of 30 reviews. Sounds good.

[CWGUY]

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We purchased a 12 yr old home near sumter and these windows are the worst I have ever seen. I cannot open them from the bottom as lip is so tiny you cannot get a finger under it. Top is the same. We may have to replace all windows. Has anyone done this and what company would u recommend??

Did you read all the replies in the other thread you started last month? https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/villages-florida-general-discussion-73/window-problem-300999/

352-267-3013. Ace Window has received 4.9 stars out of 30 reviews. Sounds good.

Their site states THEY DON"T DO WINDOW REPLACEMENT. :ho:

[Heartnsoul]

Yes. Read all threads but dont think anyone is hearing the problem. no sprays will work, etc... there is NO LIP to put ur hands under to lift , top or bottom. I am not strong. Dont know how any woman can get open on her own. 2 previous homes no problem but seems Duval, Mallory and Amelia have the cheaper ones. Ladies pls check and see if u can lift open. Looks like we have to spend over 8,000 so we can have decent windows

[villagetinker]

I have seen multiple ads on the Television for window replacements, you might try looking for reviews of these companies. No a word of caution, I tried this back of North, the companies I contacted all were doing the same type installation: cutout old window AT THE INSIDE WALL EDGE, install new window in the resulting opening (NOTE: the actual glass area will be several percent smaller since the new window is set into the FINISHED wall NOT the ROUGH opening, then install mullion on the outside of the house to cover any openings. I was not happy at all with this approach, and the several thousand dollar cost estimates. I did my own (stick house, aluminum siding) and by making small adjustments in the window size I was able to use STANDARD size windows, the result was a savings over over $5000.
I wish you luck on your quest.

[Biker Dog]

Window World of Ocala

[Sandellew]

I lived in Hadley in Keystone Villas and had the same problem. I struggled but got them all open using a towel to cushion and the sides of my fingers for leverage then sprayed with silicone spray to make them open easily - no more problem. If that doesn’t work check at ace hardware and see what tool they recommend - a tool that could grip window ledge and provide you more leverage to raise would work.

[njpuiiajr]

Some of the major window manufacturers such as Pelli and Anderson sell lift tabs that are screwed into the bottom rail to aid in lifting the sash. They are usually installed in pairs. Maybe this would give you enough of a grip to open your windows without replacing them.

[cmeinel@verizon.net]

I have lived in three new homes and the one I built myself. I had a architect design it and he specified Anderson windows. He told me is the only window he recommends. After having vinyl windows I. The subsequent house, I agree Anderson is the best and worth every cent !!

[Jflood1274]

Some of the major window manufacturers such as Pelli and Anderson sell lift tabs that are screwed into the bottom rail to aid in lifting the sash. They are usually installed in pairs. Maybe this would give you enough of a grip to open your windows without replacing them.

:agree:
Search Amazon for this or similar.
"White Deluxe Window Sash Lift - Pair"
They are available in several styles and finishes.
"Bulk" packs are also available to "fix" multiple windows.

[Heartnsoul]

Do u know if an Anderson store nearby or I can google it? We already tried Lowes. They have nothing. Same at home depot. Today will try ace. If nothing we will head to store in ocala, window world

[Bridget Staunton]

I have lived in three new homes and the one I built myself. I had a architect design it and he specified Anderson windows. He told me is the only window he recommends. After having vinyl windows I. The subsequent house, I agree Anderson is the best and worth every cent !!

Totally agree with you, built our own house too and the windows of our choice was Anderson

[PugMom]

I have seen multiple ads on the Television for window replacements, you might try looking for reviews of these companies. No a word of caution, I tried this back of North, the companies I contacted all were doing the same type installation: cutout old window AT THE INSIDE WALL EDGE, install new window in the resulting opening (NOTE: the actual glass area will be several percent smaller since the new window is set into the FINISHED wall NOT the ROUGH opening, then install mullion on the outside of the house to cover any openings. I was not happy at all with this approach, and the several thousand dollar cost estimates. I did my own (stick house, aluminum siding) and by making small adjustments in the window size I was able to use STANDARD size windows, the result was a savings over over $5000.
I wish you luck on your quest.
wow, we had the same issues in Ct before we came here. you speak wisely, it costs LOTS of $$ to correct because we couldnt do it ourselves. windows are fine in mc clure, so far so good

[wmcgowan]

get a handyman service to come in and lube the window tracks with end dust. thats right - enddust - works great on sliding doors too!

[Crazyladycruz]

We purchased a 12 yr old home near sumter and these windows are the worst I have ever seen. I cannot open them from the bottom as lip is so tiny you cannot get a finger under it. Top is the same. We may have to replace all windows. Has anyone done this and what company would u recommend??
For what this is worth. I thought I had to replace my master bedroom window too as I couldn’t open it either
Realized, be sure it’s pushed all the way down before trying to lift on those little lips. I have a place in Rio Grande. All windows working since I figured that out.
Good luck

[JoMar]

Do u know if an Anderson store nearby or I can google it? We already tried Lowes. They have nothing. Same at home depot. Today will try ace. If nothing we will head to store in ocala, window world

As previously posted, Amazon has a multitude of sash lifts, looks like an economical fix, at least compared to 8K. Now if there are other issues with the windows that's another story.

[Bob G]

We are having renewal by Andersen replace all the windows in our house that was built in 2005. They are thousands more than the other 2 we got estimates from but these windows are not the vinyl the others were pushing. These seemed much better than them. Job will take 2 days and they are doing this at end of January. Windows are custom made to fit rough opening. They are out of Orlando.

[OhioBuckeye]

:)



Did you read all the replies in the other thread you started last month? https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/villages-florida-general-discussion-73/window-problem-300999/



Their site states THEY DON"T DO WINDOW REPLACEMENT. :ho:
Well, we had a window that had a broken seal the first yr. we live in TV & we had to go thru the warranty dept. to get it replaced & it still cost us $150. To me these windows are junk. I know more people that had to get windows replaced more than anything else in our home. The homes aren't any cheaper there but they put a lot of cheap stuff in those homes. Just my opinion, but I'm sure someone will say they're well built homes or they had no trouble with their home after 10 or 20 yrs.

[Bonsai Golfer]

No need to spend $8,000 for new windows. I have the same widows and made a simple lip"grabber" in the woodshop for about $2 in scrap wood. It works perfectly, no struggle, no effort. Get in touch with me and I will send you a picture. 414-322-7632 (leave a message).

[BostonRich]

You are so right! I hate these windows. When I first moved to The Villages I was so surprised when I found out that most people never open their windows. After trying to do so, I realize why.

I am going to investigate sash lifts right now.

[BostonRich]

Yeah, well it looks like none if the lifts will work with my windows since the window frame goes behind the lip at the bottom. Who the hell picked these windows for a senior community???

[Alana33]

I used Home Depot to replace ALL the windows in my home. They sent a nice salesman to my house with various samples and we were able to sit down to discuss pros, cons and pricing. They were doing a sale at the time and was able to pay a deposit and then the rest over a 2 year period at 0% interest, if I recall correctly.
The installers were great, cleaned up after themselves and cleaned the windows and sliding glass doors, leaving them sparkling! Had all windows and glass door installed within 2 days when window order arrived.
HD took care of permitting.
The inspector came, signed off on everything.
I was very pleased.

The windows and screens have a lifetime warranty.

[OhioBuckeye]

No need to spend $8,000 for new windows. I have the same widows and made a simple lip"grabber" in the woodshop for about $2 in scrap wood. It works perfectly, no struggle, no effort. Get in touch with me and I will send you a picture. 414-322-7632 (leave a message).

Bonsai Golferr, glad to here you will share an easy fix. Window should last as long as you live there. I live in homes for 20 yrs. & never had an issue with windows. I think TV put the cheapest homes as they can build to keep outside contractors busy or so we’ll buy another home or keep them into money. Other than that TV is a great place to live. We shouldn’t have to start remodeling our homes in the first 5 to 10 yrs. we live there. Thanks for sharing your easy fix!