Toronto Windows

[S_H]

I need a few windows for my new place plus a sliding door too. Whata re good companies to use or who should I avoid. Thanks. Money is'nt so much an issue as good windows are important but I do have a budget. thanks so much

 

[tboy]

Not to be a corporate flunky or anything but if you're looking for a good product that is backed by a large company, go to Home Desparate oops I mean Home Depot.

if you're looking for IMHO the best product, look for vinyl clad wood, triple insulated (since money isn't a problem), UV protected and if you want to get really fancy, the ones with the built in shades.

I used to install vinyl windows and here's why I say vinyl clad wood frames:
- ALuminum transmits heat and cold
- Plain vinyl isn't as structurally sound as vinyl clad wood
- Wood doesn't transmit heat or cold.

 

[Weekly]

A friend of mine used this company...

Sofienko's Perfect Windows
414-303-3559 (day)
after 4 p.m. 416-716-5984

This company gave him the best estimate price.

He was a very happy, when the work was done.

 

[superquad1968]

Buy a Mac. No windows.

Sorry, I tried to resist but...

 

[Meister]

I used to install vinyl windows and here's why I say vinyl clad wood frames:
- ALuminum transmits heat and cold
- Plain vinyl isn't as structurally sound as vinyl clad wood
- Wood doesn't transmit heat or cold.

How can you make sure that the wood over time doesn't absorb moisture?

 

[papasmerf]

How can you make sure that the wood over time doesn't absorb moisture?

You can properly finish it with a spar finish

 

[Meister]

I live in a house with 14 year old crank out wood windows. Only half of them close, the rest of them I don't even open. I would never put wood into windows or frames.

 

[oldjones]

I live in a house with 14 year old crank out wood windows. Only half of them close, the rest of them I don't even open. I would never put wood into windows or frames.

I live in a house w/ 83 year old double hung wood windows and every one works fine. House is nice and tight too. All depends on original quality plus ongoing maintenance. Like so many things.

 

[Keebler Elf]

We just had our sliding door repaired (it stuck) and the guy said that we were lucky we have one of the old doors (15+ years) b/c the new ones aren't built to last like in the old day. So be careful and try to get a decent warranty.

And don't cheap out on a sliding door. Windows aren't as bad, but the door you'll be opening constantly and it's a royal frickkin pain in the arse when it's always sticking!

 

[Meister]

All depends on original quality plus ongoing maintenance. Like so many things.

I moved into mine a few months ago knowing they were crap. I think I will look at Rehau tilt & turn windows for replacement.