DIY window install
#1
DIY window install
hey,
My house is about 35 years old and it still has its original windows. I consider myself to be fairly handy around the house and would like to replace them myself (12 windows). I shopped around and the best I could find for a decent window was at home depot ($170/each). I've never replaced windows before. Is this a DIY job and if so, any recommendations for how to guides?
Thanks in advance,
Labtec
My house is about 35 years old and it still has its original windows. I consider myself to be fairly handy around the house and would like to replace them myself (12 windows). I shopped around and the best I could find for a decent window was at home depot ($170/each). I've never replaced windows before. Is this a DIY job and if so, any recommendations for how to guides?
Thanks in advance,
Labtec
#4
hi
depending of the type of windows some have sliding glasses
they can be remove hand have insert windows made to fit the opening.
they usually come with the trim
cheers
pg
depending of the type of windows some have sliding glasses
they can be remove hand have insert windows made to fit the opening.
they usually come with the trim
cheers
pg
#5
windows
last year I replaced all of my windows (27) with the ones at HD and they were the 8500 series and only had 1 problem and they sent replacement part within 2 days great windows and service for the price. tools for the job that I had were a recipricating saw, hammer, prybar and drill. got to the point 4 windows in a day. hope things go well.
they don't give any discount for big orders so get a couple and see how it goes before ordering them all.
they don't give any discount for big orders so get a couple and see how it goes before ordering them all.
#6
Thanks for all the great input. I’ve talked to some installers and some say that I have to line the frame with some aluminum or vinyl to keep the wood from rotting, is this necessary? Builderthebob, I myself am probably going to go with the Home Depot brand 9500 series. How have the 8500s worked out for you?