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RE: Window Replacement Timeline in Tampa Bay
Did any of you find differences in timeline if the windows were vinyl vs aluminum frames? The quotes I’m getting offer both options and I’m wondering if one type comes faster or slower than the other.
RE: Unexpected Issues and Lessons Learned During Window Replacement in Tampa Bay
I’m planning a window replacement soon, and I feel this will save me from so many headaches.
RE: Unexpected Issues and Lessons Learned During Window Replacement in Tampa Bay
I’m planning a window replacement soon, and I feel this will save me from so many headaches.
RE: Long-Term ROI of Energy-Efficient Windows in Tampa Bay Homes
@dennis_rogue, from my experience, the low-E coating is pretty subtle. You might notice a slight tint if you look for it, but it's not like having dark sunglasses on your house or anything. We have plenty of natural ligh...
RE: Long-Term ROI of Energy-Efficient Windows in Tampa Bay Homes
I'm in Wesley Chapel (Pasco) and had my windows replaced in 2018. The house is a two-story block construction, about 20 years old. We opted for double-pane, low-E vinyl windows (ENERGY STAR rated). I'd say we saw around ...
RE: Best Windows for Florida Heat? Seeking Advice & Experiences (Tampa Bay Area)
Has anyone dealt with NewSouth Window Solutions? They advertise heavily about windows "made for Florida". I got a quote from them and it seemed pretty high. Are their windows actually better, or are we just paying for ma...
RE: Hillsborough/Tampa Bay Window Replacement - Seeking Costs, Tips & Recommendations
We actually went with NewSouth for our home in St. Pete. The price was on the higher side, but we liked the fact that they manufacture their own windows here in Florida. We paid about $22k for 11 windows and 1 slider (al...
RE: Getting quotes for replacing windows on my home
I have a question about how quotes scale with window size. For instance, I need to replace two small bedroom windows and one huge living room picture window. One company quoted roughly the same price per window across th...
RE: Tampa Bay Homeowners Compare Window Replacement Quotes and Costs
My home in Seminole Heights (Tampa) is a 1940s wood-frame house (with wood siding), and I went through window replacement last summer. One thing to note: installation can be a bit different for wood-frame homes vs the co...
RE: Tampa Bay Window Design Trends Homeowners Are Loving in 2025
I know we’ve been focused on windows, but I have to echo what some have touched on: the trend of creating a seamless indoor-outdoor experience. In Florida, especially here in Tampa Bay, people love connecting their livin...