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Who else makes wood replacement window sash kits like Jeld Wen's Zap Pack? I'm looking for something that's wood inside and has either wood, vinyl, or aluminum outside. Thanks I've tried HD and they only carry the Jeld Wen Zap Pack sash kits. Lowe's told me they've never heard of a sash replacement kit and Jeld Wen doesn't sell the wood windows to them anyway. I'm still looking around and have now found Marvin and Vent Vue. But I'd still like to find more options.

How do I replace an aluminum window sash? The window is an aluminum double pane energy star window. I shattered both panes of tempered glass in the top sash, so I need to replace the whole thing. Only the bottom sash moves. The glass guys were going to charge me like $300, but i saw I can order a replacement sash for like 50 at home depot. So should I do it myself? If so, how do I do it?

Where can I buy replacement window sash?

Can I replace only the moving part of a sash window? Would a joiner be able to make a direct replacement for the two sliding frames in my Sash window with a double glazed panel instead of the single glazing currently installed. The window frame is fine and I would have thought this may save me some money?

double hung window sash balancer needs replacement, its stamped 24 2 HP Caldwell The home was built in the 80s? I am doing a favor for a senior widow friend on her kitchen window. Its a double hung window installed when the house was built in the middle eighties. It is a metal frame type and the window would'nt stay up. I slid out the balancers from the bottom and found both to have broken strings. The interior of the 1/2 inch rails contain a number of plastic pulleys and a long coil spring. It looks to complex for me to replace the strings and I wondering if I can purchase new units. appreciate any thoughts

window a/c unit without brackets or sash? This is a really bizarre problem, but I have an a/c unit that I can't bolt into place because the window sash is plastic and there's a giant lip on the bottom that prevents the bottom screws reaching the bottom of the sash. The window itself holds the thing in place pretty well so I'm not worried about it falling (obviously I can't move the window sash but that's ok). But I just wanted to check that it won't be a problem to run it in this state. Obviously not ideal but if it seems pretty solid, should it be OK? Secondly... the unit runs fine, and there are tabs for where the sashes were but there are no actual sashes. (it was in a closet in my place). anyone know if i can pick up replacement sashes? or should I just jury rig some cardboard? thanks!!

should i put new windows in or use a sash replacement kit? my existing windows are wood and seem to be dry and loosing strength. i do have storms on the outside which are in need of replacement. so, i have to make up my mind on which to do. replace with a sash kit or just put in a whole new replacement. anyone know what will be more efficent.

How do I measure for a window replacement that was installed from the outside? My windows were installed from the outside and the siding was installed over it. I have already replaced one window, but my measurements were wrong making the window too small. I had to frame out the window to make it fit. Of course, after the window was in, I installed trim around the outside window to hide where I cut the siding away. It looks nice, but I don't want to frame all the other windows. All the instructions on the Internet are for windows with sashes or windows installed from the inside. Thanks for any guidance anyone might provide! Do I measure flange to flange or just measure what I see from the outside? Am I making this too complicated? It took so much longer with the first window because I had to frame out the window as the ordered window was too small.

Good double hung sash replacement kits for early windows? My house was built in 1928 and has the original wood double hung, single lite, windows in front. The rear windows are not visible from the street and had the sashes removed and replaced with a kind of insert made from aluminum. Probably done in the 70s or 80s and the orignal window frames these are sitting in still look good. We've been restoring the front original windows and wanted something to match in the back to replaced the aluminum inserts. I originally bought some Anderson Woodwright 400 series replacement window inserts for the rear windows. After installing the first one I instantly didn't like it because you could tell it was an insert. The wood to glass ratio was way off and drastically reduced the visible glass. I sold these to my neighbor who didn't mind that look. So now I'm considering a sash replacement kit like Jeld Wen's Zap Pack sash kits. I like how narrow the jam liners are. I think this might give me a real close to original look so they will match my front windows inside and out. But I haven't seen these in person yet and am still trying to locate a dealer nearby. Who else makes sash kits like these? I'm interested in a good fit and finish with a wood interior and clad exterior. And I'm more interested in the proper look for the house than an airtight fit. I've seen some complaints about this type of kit not being as air tight as some would expect. My house is 80 years old and I'm realistic about what to expect in regards to being air tight. I'm more interested in the benefits of the double pain Low E glass. Any thoughts on this type of kit and who makes them? I see Marvin has a similar kit but the jam liners look much thicker. Thanks

in ref to anderson windows, how do you replace the upper sash and is it a big job? I see that another "cindy" asked about upper sash, well i have a broken window (upper sash) and it's anderson, I have the replacement, but have not attempted to replace it, I have the whole upper sash sitting just dreading that it's going to be hard to do. Is it a hard job?

Andersen Window Replacement- date stamp I cant read the full code on my window to have it replaced. Does? anyone have Anderson double pane measuring 67 length x 43 1/2 wide approx. I could be off a few cm. The code stamped in corner is 16CC CBA 244 C? -86. Can't read the 3 after the C. Mine has the white exterior sash. Thanks so much I need to get it replaced ASAP.

Swivel on double hung window sash is missing. Do I have to replace the whole latch? Practically all the swivels on my double hung window latches are missing. I currently am using pens to stop them from opening. Can I buy replacement swivels or do I have replace the whole latch. The latches appeared to be riveted into the aluminium window frames. I would like to just rivet a new swivel in the already there latches. Is that a possibility or will I have to drill out every window latch in my house and replace all with complete new latches. Any ideas would be very much appreciated. Thanks :)

I currently have wood sash windows. Does replacing them with vinyl windows help or hurt my resell value? My house is 15 years old and most of the seals have broken and the windows are fogged. We are looking at replacement options and have found that vinyl is a lot less expensive than wood or composite. Our house is worth about $500k and we don't want to hurt our resell since we will be moving withint hte next 3-5 years. Will vinyl windows hurt the resell value in a house in our price range?

Thermal cracked window??? The other day, I noticed that the glass in the lower sash of the window in our spare bedroom was cracked. The crack starts at the bottom and runs about half way up. We know that nothing hit into the window and it happened just within the last few days as we would have noticed it before. We moved into this home this past October. It has electric baseboard heat and all of the units are located under the windows. My wife was staying in the spare bedroom recently as she was sick and her coughing was keeping me up at night. She had the chills, so she kept the heat in that room quite high...like 75 degrees! My question is if it is possible that, on a cold night and with the heat on relatively high...that could cause a thermal crackin the window glass. These are replacement windows and have two panes of glass...inner and outer with the decerative grids sandwiched in between. The house is a stick built modular that was built in like 1982. The windows are vinyl and I don't know if they are original or replacements. I don't have the phone number of the prior owner, but I may be able to look him up to ask.

Replacement Window Installation? Installers, I ordered replacement Vinyl Double-hung windows that I will be installing in frames from 1970s wooden Double-hung windows. There are no sash weights or anything behind the frames. They just have an aluminum track that will be removed to expose the wooden jamb and stops. I've researched all of the "How to" stuff and it looks pretty cut and dry. I've been doing carpentry on and off for 30+ years. What I'm looking for are any tips from guys that do it day to day. Such as: Type of caulk? Polyurethane or Silicone II? Extra insulating needed? Best way to secure them? Etc.? I'm really not looking for what your boss tells you to do! I'm looking for the extra stuff you would do if it was your house and you wanted to get the most from your money for years to come. Thanks for any tips or feedback. Chris

Replacement windows seem colder than the old ones they replaced. How should I proceed with installer? Had new double sash vinyl Vista windows installed to replace drafty old ones. Look great. But, house seems even colder than before. Cold air seems to be coming from sash itself. I plan to shoot it with a thermal camera and see where the cold is coming from. My question is how do I proceed with installer after I find what the problem is and what, if any, legal recourse do I have in case the installer tries to push the problem back on me.

Where can I get a Certainteed replacement window? I have Certainteed double hung windows in my house. One side of the bottom sash got cracked and I had it repaired at a local hardware store. It's drafty and I would like to buy another window so that I could replace the leaking sash. I can't find the Certainteed brand at any home center. Lowes carries Pella windows and Home Depot carries American Craftsman or Energy Star windows. I don't need to hire a contractor to get me a window that I'll just be using to replace the bottom sash. There's a sticker on the sash that says: 016233 Wardmar C0. 14 UNIT size: 32.500 x 60.00 Glass size: 26.438 x 00.000 x 27.125 Balance: 408S Mfg Date: 6/13/91 Mfg: Simonton Bldg Pro Would it be possible to buy another manufacturer's window and replace the bottom sash with that?

Is it ok to drill holes into my vinyl replacement window frame? This is for window treatments. Of course, the hole would be on the outer frame of the window and not on the sash area. I had some window treatments (blinds) requiring drilling for the bracket, into the wood windows before and was thinking of putting them in the same relative spot. I replaced these windows myself, so I got pretty familiar with the parts but just don't know how safe this is as they cost me some bank. Concerning warranties, I have a transferrable window breakage replacement warranty but I'm unsure as to whatever factory warranty on the window frame, etc exists. I suppose I could just "accidentally" break the window if something goes wrong :-)

Shorter Slide In Replacement Window? I have the need to replace an old, single-pane window with a new, shorter window. Is it possible to use a slide in replacement window, moving the old sill up to the proper height? Should I tear everything out and just install a new windows? Any thoughts, tips would be appreciated. My initial thought for a shorter replacement window is to remove the old sashes, carefully remove the old sill, frame in the new bottom of the windows with some 2x4's, fill in the new gap at the bottom of the window, install the slide in window, and alter the old sill to fit the new window. I should also note that I am going to have to replace the drywall in the interior.

How do I install my pella double hung window sashs after I removed them? I recently installed pella replacement windows throughout the house and went to clean them today. When I removed the bottom sash, and went to put it back up, I realized the sliding pin, or whatever it was called was at the bottom. I understand now that you are supposed to pull the window up a tad before removing it. However, I used a screwdriver to bring the pins to the half way location, and set the opening facing up. When I tried to install the sash, it didn't seem right and felt like I had to force it back into place. I am worried a part is going to break and was wondering if someone could give me any pointers. Thank you so much!

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Can anyone tell me the good bad and the ugly about Bristol Replacement Windows? I am looking at putting new windows in my house. had a sales guy come from Sash and Storms from Lima, Ohio to give me a quote. He says Bristol Windows are the best I am just wondering what other people have to say about this. Thanks.

how do I adjust my peachtree double hung wooden replacement windows? Lower sash keeps drifting down.

Replacement windows decoration or is it? We had a new window put in and on the top sash there are 6 gold color nails inserted - is that just for decoration or is there an actual purpose for these nails? They have big heads and are about 1/4 inch long

Where can I find Canadian or American vendors of window restoration hardware? I'm looking to repair the old school sash & weight windows in my house -- I love them, and they do a fantastic job in my house, I just want to make them prettier, and do a better job of weather sealing them. I am looking for replacement pulleys, weather strip, parting beads, etc. So far I've found mighton.co.uk, but being in the UK, I fear the duty, and customs fees getting them to me would be prohibitive. I need a vendor (preferably online so I can browse prices/products) who's in the USA or Canada I can use. As I've continued my search, I've found even more British companies, (and one Irish one!), but have been unsuccessful in finding north American companies.

replacing glass on Pella wood-sash windows? broken pane of glass replacement

Cost to reglaze/restore windows? We have several single-hung windows with multiple panes (mostly six over six) - wood trim and sash in aluminum frame. The glazing is essentially toast- peeling and cracking and for the most part missing thanks to many years of inhabitants neglecting to use storms or repaint. Some of the reglazing I can probably do myself, but several windows I've not been able to remove and others are above ground level. Has anyone even the roughest idea what a reglazing project (possibly repainting, the odd pane replacement or even complete pane replacement, other a la carte items) cost range is these days? Might it still be cheaper to have a glazier remove, reglaze and remount these windows than to replace them with the basic energystar vinyl windows and have done with it? Eventually we'll be able to have a glazier out for an estimate, but it would be good to have a very rough idea before starting to figure out priorities on projects! Thanks.

Is this a good price to install windows? A window specialist came to my house and gave me a quote. install 1 thermal gard twin double hung vinyl tilt replacement window. White in color with half fiber screens 7/8 low e argon insulated glass and six colonial grids in all sashes. for $618 this is what we get 1. complete installation 2.cap exterior facings with white brake metal custom bent at jobsite 3.insulate bewteen new windows and present wood jambs. 4.seal complete exteriors with high grade sealant 5. dispose of old window 6.all materials labor and tax Is this a good price? Would window world do this for their $189 price? Which is better? window world? or the professionals that I found?

Bought energy efficient replacement windows. What cause condensation to form on inside bottom of the windows? Does this mean the outside air is leaking in between the sashes? Is it normal for condensation to form in this manner on double hung windows? Is it normal for condensation to form in this manner on double hung windows? I live in Ky. and nothing that I know which would cause excessive humidity above what is the outside. The condensation forms up to about 2 inches on inside of the glass mainly on the bottom of the upper sash and appears when the outside temp. is below 50. I keep the inside temp. at 72. If the problem is due to excessive humidity in the house, would condensation form on the entire window?

replacing windows - side track question? I'm looking at replacing the windows in my house with pocket replacements. There at least 45 years old, they are curtis silentite windows. So my problem is when I was starting to measure I was looking to measure from jamb to jamb but I notice that the window tracks are made of wood with a little aluminum insert in one of the groves. So if i were to remove the track I would lose about an 1 1/4" on each side and that would be way to deep versus were the stops are nailed. I know one one option would be to tear out the wood tracking and install a 1 1/4" board in its place (if they make that size). That would be a lot of work, cause I would have to take off all the trim, measure/cut new boards, install the window, and then replace the trim and whatever problems occur during that. So my question is, can I just remove the stops, then the the sashes, and the parting bead. Then put wood filler in the gaps of the old track. Then after that dries install the window then the stops. This looks like it would be a lot easier. Though I have never worked with wood filler and don't know if it'll work on bigger gaps. I'm talking about gaps that are 1/2" deep by 1/2" wide and the height of one of my windows is 45". My other thought was to just leave the tracks alone and install the window and fill in the space with flexible expanding foam and hope it finds its way into the gaps. Just to be clear I would of used the foam on any method I do. Any help anyone could give me would be appreciated as its been tearing up my brain. I don't want to have them professionally done cause it'll probably double the cost. I don't work on houses by trade and I'm definitely a rookie at this sort of thing. I have done a lot of reading and watched a ton of videos but of course my window tracks look nothing like all the videos I saw as they were just a thin piece of metal that pulled off the jamb. thank you, travis Edit: here is a link to a could photos takin couple nights ago with my phone. http://s1209.photobucket.com/albums/cc400/travis1122/windows/?action=view&current=2010-09-16204959.jpg They have springs, they are in the wooden channel of the track.