Getting Window Estimates

[Zeke]

Also think about what you will do later if something breaks. Some window companies make everything obsolete every few years. I used Andersen windows because I personally ordered parts for windows made in the 1950s and they came through with them. Their product line changes, but old parts have always been available.

My brother has a house built in 1956 with Andersen casement windows. He wanted to replace the single pane sashes with new sashes containing insulated glass, and they were able to provide new ones along with the hardware with no problems at all. Everything fit perfectly.

There are 2 or 3 companies that provide replacement parts for all kinds of window types and brands. On the East Coast there is Strybuc and out here is Slideco. They both sell on the net and likely the bay.

Many window manufacturers (most, I think) use Truth Hardware for the operation of their windows. You will always be able to get that.

Being able to obtain a complete replacement sash is great and that can be a problem when companies go out of business. I have been able to get replacements made up custom at various millworks I deal with. But that's a one by one basis.