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RE: My experience with replacement window contractors in Tampa Bay
One surprise: the hammering of installation caused a tiny crack in my bathroom tile near a window sill. It was an easy fix with some filler, but heads up that the vibrations can cause minor cosmetic cracks if things are ...
RE: Window Replacement Financing Options in Tampa Bay
I'll share a mistake I made: I used a store credit card (via the window contractor) that had a 12-month no interest promo. I misjudged and didn't manage to pay off the last $800 by the deadline. The day after the 12 mont...
RE: Window Replacement Financing Options in Tampa Bay
I'll share a mistake I made: I used a store credit card (via the window contractor) that had a 12-month no interest promo. I misjudged and didn't manage to pay off the last $800 by the deadline. The day after the 12 mont...
RE: Window Replacement Timeline in Tampa Bay
Just to add, I ended up choosing Karoly Windows & Doors based on a friend’s recommendation and seeing it mentioned here. They really were excellent, from start to finish. If anyone is on the fence, I'd say put them o...
RE: Getting quotes for replacing windows on my home
@cexplorer35 It’s been a little while since you started this thread, and it’s become huge! Soooo... what did you end up deciding? 😁 We’re all curious to hear which quote you chose and how it went. This thread rea...
RE: Getting quotes for replacing windows on my home
Good reminder @jroberts86. We had to move some furniture away from the windows too. Most installers will ask you to clear about 3 feet of space around each window inside. Not a cost, but if you need help moving heavy fur...
RE: Getting quotes for replacing windows on my home
We replaced 8 windows last summer, and I got 3 quotes. The highest was from Renewal by Andersen (ridiculously high, like you’re seeing), and the lowest was from a small one-man contractor. We actually went with a middle ...
RE: Getting quotes for replacing windows on my home
Are both quotes for the same number of windows and the same type (like full frame replacements vs inserts)? Sometimes that can cause a price gap. Hidden costs can definitely be a thing. In my experience, permit fees and ...
RE: Costs and Quotes for Impact vs Non-Impact Windows
I know we’re almost at the 50-user mark here, but I had to join just to emphasize what many have said: peace of mind vs cost is the trade-off with impact windows. I’m a numbers guy (engineer), and I tried to do a cost-be...
RE: Full-Home Window Replacement Costs for Early 2000s Homes in Tampa Bay
The inspection part worried me beforehand, but it turned out to be straightforward. The county inspector came the day after installation. He basically: Checked that each new window had the Florida approval sticker (w...