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"This review specifically addresses replacing original, builder-grade, single-pane, aluminum frame windows in a townhome governed by an HOA. (If you live in a detached home with wooden frame or existing vinyl windows, YMMV significantly.) I’m going to tackle the review in two parts – window selection and installer selection (since you already know that I chose Coughlin!-) As is typical for me, I did a lot of research on the types of windows available. Since I face southeast and have an upper balcony overhanging my patio, I wanted to maximize the light entering the unit. I wanted reasonable quality, but also to avoid putting lipstick on a pig (1970’s vintage unit). After browsing countless web sites and checking Consumer Reports, the condo-grade brands that I eventually settled on were Anlin, Simonton and Window World. Milgard’s quality has taken a dive in the past few years, Renewal by Andersen appeared to be a lower grade retrofit-optimized model in their lineup and Pella seemed too premium for my needs. Do not skip this step since the performance and style of the windows need to be matched to your needs and budget – and some installers will only install certain window brands. TLDR; Scroll to the bottom for some key tips on ordering your replacement windows! After scanning Angie’s List, Yelp, checking the CSLB and BBB sites (and talking to friends), I narrowed down my list of installation vendors to Brothers Home Improvement, Coughlin Windows & Doors, DreamStyle Remodeling, BM Windows and Window World. Window World is a major national chain that manufacturers and installs their own windows. Their estimator was professional and provided a highly detailed quote. However, when he learned that the exterior trim had to be “Architectural Bronze” per the HOA, he pivoted from his own product to Simonton since the Window World product only comes in white and beige. DreamStyle only offered to quote Pella and heavily promoted its quality versus other brands. They did it after a quick walkthrough inspection and quoted a price 150% higher (that’s 2.5x people) and 300% longer installation time – verbally, then waited to see if I’d leap at that. BM Windows offered the Anlin product, which is manufactured and sold on the West Coast. It appeared to fall between the Simonton and Pella products in quality with a price closer to the former. If I owned a detached home or luxury condo, I would have selected that product and used them as the installer since they were knowledgeable and professional. Brothers and Coughlin both quoted Simonton Daylight Maxx. Brothers had a slight initial edge since they have licensing to handle structural remodeling rather than just windows. However, their estimator was a bit like a used car guy using hokey gimmicks to show off the product and talking smack about competing firms. They did provide a detailed competitive quote, but didn’t follow up after the visit. Coughlin really ticked all the boxes in terms of professionalism, knowledge, customer focus, etc. Their only real weak point was their insistence on providing a bottom-line quote for the entire job rather than a line-item quote for each window and door. It truly seemed to be as much a software issue as much as company policy though. They followed up after the initial quote and invited me to the showroom to answer my more detailed engineering questions that were beyond the site estimator. When the installation date arrived, they confirmed it in advance, showed up on time, did quality work, finished on time and cleaned up thoroughly. Their crew was a pleasure to work with. FINAL TIPS: --As with any remodeling job, you get out of it what you put into it. I did hours of research to understand the products and the vendors and I spent the entire installation day at home to monitor the process – and those efforts paid off. --Window installers quote the opening direction of your sliders based on the EXTERIOR of the building. Pay attention and you won’t be unpleasantly surprised at the end. --Window firms tout the new low-profile frames that are ONLY 1.5” wide with larger glass areas. That’s true relative to older style frames. However, they mount these inside your existing aluminum frames so you really lose a FULL 1.5” of glass around the window border (rather than 1.5” minus the original frame width). --If you have a low-profile handle on the outside of your slider door, you’re used to it sliding all the way to the edge of the frame when open – leaving a double pane on one side and an open/screen side. Vinyl windows have larger handles and use 4-6” stop in the track to prevent them from hitting the frame. You’ll notice this when the door is fully open and the frame edges no longer overlap – leaving you with both door edges visible in the middle of the opening. --Title 24 requires the use of low-E glass windows in new construction and most remodels. However, for these “frame in” replacements, you can get around that. In my case, I specified clear glass in my patio slider since it’s shaded by the balcony and I wanted maximum light as well as no greenish tint. However, you have to know to ask for this. --California is updating Title 24 in 2020/2021 and future windows will have to be even more energy efficient (think triple-pane!). Installers expect the new technology to raise window replacement costs by 50% so get yours done in 2020 rather than waiting. --Even if you don’t live in a current fire hazard zone (federal, state or local specified), you should still request the tempered glass option. It only adds $10-$15 per window and you’ll have some future-proofing against droughts and expansions of fire hazard zones (not to mention safer breakage in case of more common baseball or rock). --Double-pane windows will make your home significantly quieter. However, if you want a truly quiet bedroom or office, upgrade to laminated glass for that one room. It makes a big difference without having a major impact on the cost of the entire job. --You’ll be expected to remove anything obstructing the space in front of your windows and doors. Most windows will get trimmed in with a vinyl scrim to cover the original aluminum frame. However, slider doors will get a wood casement molding installed. Be aware that it’s primed white and you’ll need to paint it to match your existing baseboards (Likewise, if you want to match the molding design, be prepared to go buy it yourself and have it on hand for them since they just use a plain version.). Window coverings will be removed and remounted, but may not fit exactly the same depending on design. Bottom Line: I love my new windows and slider doors, but I worked hard to get what I wanted and you should expect to do the same!"

"I was so impressed by Lovely Windows. Lisa came out to the house to give an estimate and was so kind and professional and we were very pleased with the price. The window cleaning job was superb! We will absolutely use them again and again for window cleaning. So happy to have found this company!"

"I needed non-traditional window coverings because both my husband and I have allergies and so were trying to use as little fabric as possible in our remodel (and I don't have all day to stay home and clean blinds). We met Ara at a Rancho Bernardo street fair - he showed us photos and samples of and quot;panel tracksand quot; (sliding panels) that could be made out of woven wood. He had many patterns and textures to choose from, and we ended up doing the sliding doors with panel tracks and the widows with Roman shades. These were not cheap, but it's been about 5 years and they still look great. All I have to do is give them a little wipe with a damp cloth once in awhile. <br /> About 2 years later we had still not solved our closet door dilemma. I didn't want bi-folds, and I definitely didn't want those giant doors that slide across one another. I called up Ara and asked him if we could use the panel tracks as closet doors. He'd never done it but I was convinced it would work and indeed it has. They're easy to use and look great. <br /> A month or so ago I needed a repair done. Probably any handy-person could have done it, but I prefer to have someone who's familiar with the product. I emailed Ara, and <em>within hours</em> he put me in touch with his installer. Since it's been years since the original install I expected to pay for the repair, and the fee was quite reasonable. But what really impressed me was that not only did I get great customer service from Ara throughout the <em>original</em> purchase and install process, he was still and quot;there for meand quot; years later. His installers, too, have always been polite and professional. <br /> I'm almost sorry I have no more windows or closets left to cover, but I'd use him again in a heartbeat if I did. <br /> <br />"

"My original request was to have the technician perform the work on site. They advised me that I could save a lot of money by bringing the window frame to their shop. With their advice, It proved to be a simple matter to lift the window out and bring it in. The cost ended up being about half of what it would have been. They were friendly, helpful, did good work, and got it done on time."

"I obtained three bids from 'A' rated retrofit window suppliers for installation of a patio door and bedroom window using Milgard Tuscany series. <br /> The price range was about 20% with Pelican providing the best bid for the work.  After Tim came and confirmed the measurements and his price, I placed the order with Pelican.  Once the hardware delivery schedule was available Pelican provided an install date of  Feb.25 at 9am.   <br /> The office called a day ahead to confirm that the installers would be there as scheduled.  The morning of Feb 25 they arrived and proceeded with the work.  Both installers, Rico and Javier, were professional, efficient, and courteous. They removed the old aluminum window and door and completed installation of the new vinyl units in a very neat manner.  It took about 3-1/2 hours and they left the condo as neat as they found it.   <br /> I was very pleased with their reliability, timeliness, work quality and their price.  I would recommend tham to anyone. <br />"

"I was very concerned about having the door repaired. My first calls to possible repair business (including original company that installed double pane windows and doors throughout my entire home) resulted in being told numerous excuses for not being able to help me, including that (1)the manufacturer had been bought by another company and and quot;we no longer have a relationship with themand quot;; (2) and quot;we don't do business as far away as you are located from usand quot;, (3) and quot;we install and repair our windows but not those of other companiesand quot;. After several phone conversations and negative replies, I wondered if my only option was to replace entire door. <br /> One final look at Angie's List had me calling AAA-Doors and Windows. I spoke with Eric, explained my problem, and at the end of the conversation, we had an appointment on Thursday (I called on Tuesday). Eric arrived on time, looked at my door......said he was very familiar with Certainteed doors and, in fact, had the exact replacement lock with him in his truck. He repaired the lock in 30 minutes, charging me only $69.50 for the work. He was courteous and friendly. I will certainly call AAA-Doors and Windows if and when I have another problem. <br />"

We specialize in Windshield Chip and Crack Repair. (We do not replace windshields!) Our goal at Mark's Mobile Windshield Chip and Crack Repair is to prevent that small rock chip or crack from spreading across the entire windshield, saving you hundreds of dollars on windshield replacement. At Marks Mobile Windshield Chip and Crack Repair. We specialize in rock chip and crack repair. {We don't replace windshields} so there are no conflicts. Personally, I would never have a company repair a chip or crack in a windshield if they did do replacements or if they want to know the year make model and want VIN, number as they are bringing an extra windshield with them just in case. It could be tempting, and is very easy to make a small crack in a windshield larger to the point that now it needs to be replaced for more money Hmmmm? With outstanding customer service and a goal that is intended to save you money while giving you the peace of mind, only a lifetime warranty on all repairs can provide. We are here for you specializing in windshield chip and crack repairs. mobilewindshieldchiprepair.com We provide guaranteed high quality finished windshield repairs of rock chips, star-breaks, bulls-eyes, and cracks or any combination of these windshield breaks. REPAIR PRICES= Single small rock chip or crack repair~~$65.00. $25.00~for second rock chip repair at the same time and location but it can be a different car! Additional repairs at the same location are negotiable. Crack repair less than six inches~~$85.00. Crack repair over six inches~~$95.00. Headlight restoration~~$50.00. Each. Open hours Monday through Saturday~~ 7:00 am to 6:00 pm We receive calls until~~ 9:00 pm. We provide mobile service to your work or home, and we will schedule work, after hours for your convenience until 8:00 pm if you will schedule an appointment. We are mobile we come to you to repair your windshields rock chips and cracks.

"I called several other window cleaners (not found on Angie's List) who would not come to my residence because it was "too far". I live in the South Bay among thousands of neighbors with lots of shopping and services in my area so I do not understand why they would turn me down. I went on Angie's List and found Sparklz Window Cleaning. Zach was positive and professional during my phone call and apologized because he had to charge me the lowest rate, which he considered to be too much, because I only had 3 big windows and a patio door. I was thrilled because my upstairs windows hadn't been cleaned in 10 years! Nate was the technician that came to my home. He is a really nice, polite, knowledgeable guy and did a terrific job on my windows. He even offered to help with my smoke alarm that was beeping incessantly! Nate finished the job in a little over an hour, called in my credit card number and was on his way, apologizing for not being able to figure out what was wrong with my smoke alarm! Thanks Nate! You rock! <br />"

"Yes we are very satisfied. The patio room where windows were installed, is the most comfortable place in our home. The windows did what Larry said they would do"

"Mike cleaned the windows of my 2 story house and I am thrilled with the results.  He responded quickly, arrived on time and worked diligently and efficiently with minimal disruption  to me (I have a home based business).  In addition,  I wanted  tint removed from my kitchen window, which is a pain to do, and Mike did a wonderful job. <br />"