storm window replacement question
#1
12-08-03, 11:55 AM
storm window replacement question
I just bought an old house that has triple-track storm windows installed on every window. Problem is that a few of the storm windows themselves are gone. And it's starting to get cold.
I thought I could just run down to the local big-box chain and pick some up off the shelves, but I see now that it is not that easy. I don't know who originally installed them, so I can't go back to them and request some more be made.
The windows are the typical aluminum framed with spring-loaded latches on the bottom and a single pane of glass.
I'm looking for a generic answer about where best to buy (or have made if necessary) some replacement storm windows. Aluminum company? Window maker? Retail chain? Some window makers I called in my town only dealt in making/installing the whole package, not just the replacemnt window.
Any ideas would be much appreciated!! Thanx
I thought I could just run down to the local big-box chain and pick some up off the shelves, but I see now that it is not that easy. I don't know who originally installed them, so I can't go back to them and request some more be made.
The windows are the typical aluminum framed with spring-loaded latches on the bottom and a single pane of glass.
I'm looking for a generic answer about where best to buy (or have made if necessary) some replacement storm windows. Aluminum company? Window maker? Retail chain? Some window makers I called in my town only dealt in making/installing the whole package, not just the replacemnt window.
Any ideas would be much appreciated!! Thanx
#2
12-10-03, 05:23 PM
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If you're missing the storm panels.......forget it. Only the original maufacturer could make replacements.
#3
12-10-03, 11:05 PM
mstadnik,
We've addressed this numerous times, so I'll be a little blunt this time.
Storm windows rate right up there with arks, catapults and Model T's -- they are ANCIENT technology!
For what you will spend on storm windows, invest your money more wisely and REPLACE THE WINDOWS!
You'll spend $150 to $200 a hole on storms, or $300 a hole on new windows. The new windows will save you 20% to 30% on your utility bill, and may even have a rebate from your local utility co. At best, storms will save you 10% on your utility bill.
'Tis the season -- GO SHOPPING!!
We've addressed this numerous times, so I'll be a little blunt this time.
Storm windows rate right up there with arks, catapults and Model T's -- they are ANCIENT technology!
For what you will spend on storm windows, invest your money more wisely and REPLACE THE WINDOWS!
You'll spend $150 to $200 a hole on storms, or $300 a hole on new windows. The new windows will save you 20% to 30% on your utility bill, and may even have a rebate from your local utility co. At best, storms will save you 10% on your utility bill.
'Tis the season -- GO SHOPPING!!
#4
12-11-03, 02:37 PM
Thanks for the responses!
Lefty, I agree with you wholeheartedly. I do plan on getting the entire windows replaced, but that is a spring project for my budget right now. I have approx. 13 full size (30 x 70) and 2 smaller windows that are very old (the house is ~ 125 years old, not sure if the windows are original) and currently have storm windows installed, so to replace them all would be a large undertaking, both project wise and to my pocket book.
To hold me over for the winter, I only want to get replacement panels for the 6 of 30 storm window panels that were missing when I moved in.
I finally tracked down a local establishment in town that custom makes replacement panels for around $35 apiece. And of the 6, I decided to only have 2 remade due to non-use of some rooms. Small price to hold me over for the cold months.
And thanks for the tip about the possible utility co. rebate - did not know about that.
Lefty, I agree with you wholeheartedly. I do plan on getting the entire windows replaced, but that is a spring project for my budget right now. I have approx. 13 full size (30 x 70) and 2 smaller windows that are very old (the house is ~ 125 years old, not sure if the windows are original) and currently have storm windows installed, so to replace them all would be a large undertaking, both project wise and to my pocket book.
To hold me over for the winter, I only want to get replacement panels for the 6 of 30 storm window panels that were missing when I moved in.
I finally tracked down a local establishment in town that custom makes replacement panels for around $35 apiece. And of the 6, I decided to only have 2 remade due to non-use of some rooms. Small price to hold me over for the cold months.
And thanks for the tip about the possible utility co. rebate - did not know about that.
#5
12-11-03, 10:03 PM
2 windows -- $70 -- that's no going to break the the bank. In 6 months (between now and April or May), you won't recover the money, but it will add some comfort. DO check on the utility rebates. It costs you nothing to ask, and the worst that you will find out is that your utility simply doesn't offer them. You're out nothing for asking.But, IF they offer them, and you don't take advantage of them, you could be losing as much as 10% of the cost of the windows!
