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United New Construction WindowsFor new construction, the company offers the following series:
United Windows Bold CollectionThe 3900, 6000, and 9600 series are all part of United Window's Bold Collection, which is an Onyx black interior exterior frame that addresses the consumer demand for dark window frames. United Replacement WindowsFor replacement windows, the company offers the following series:
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United Windows Reviews 2024Viwinco Windows vs UnitedDane, do you feel that the Viwinco premium vinyl window is worth $50 more than the premium United vinyl series?
[Site Editor's Answer]Jasmine, yes I do think that the Viwinco Cambridge series is worth $50 more than the United 7400. From a brand perspective, the Viwinco is the better overall option between these two companies. I think a large part will depend on the company doing the installation. however, I think the Viwinco would be my choice in this head to head.
United Windows Reviews :: 5900 SeriesThe 5900 series is a double hung that is available in the Bold collection. A mid range DH that I would give a 7.0 out of 10.
United Windows ReviewsMy husband and I are in Newark and need buy 19 replacement windows for our home. We have some widely varied bids. If you have any advise for us, it would be most appreciated.
[Site Editor's Answer]Barbara, United is really considered a builder grade type brand so I would have to pass on this if you want to maximize your long term investment. The Okna 500 is really the best deal you have. A quality window at a fair price (when compared to the other bids you have in front of you.) The Renewal bid is simply too much. Same with the WN bid.
United Windows PricesHi Dane. I see that you’ve done a bunch of reviews for United windows and I was hoping to get your opinion on the bid we have. The sales person said it’s there best window available (5900 series maybe) and the price point came out to roughly $700 per window fully installed and that includes taxes.
[Site Editor's Answer]Diane, for me, United vinyl windows are really just an OK brand. I don’t think that I would put them in my home if I intended to live there for eight years or longer. I’m not saying they’re bad, I’m just saying there are better brands out there in my opinion. Others may disagree with this, but I think for $700 per window all in you can get a better brand/window than that. Hopefully one that will hold up better than United. If you let me know where you live, I can send you a recommended list of brands and options. Our site form can also help you find some good quality local bids and I will happily help you sort through any quote you get and help you find the best one for your situation. I hope this helps.
United Windows vs AndersenHi Dane, my name is Van and currently live in Newark Delawere. Below are the company names that estimated 19 double hung windows for my house:
[Site Editor's Answer]Van, this is an easy one for me - the Okna 500 series is the best value here by a bunch. The United is not a long term quality window. The 500 series is better than the other windows and is less expensive - how often does that happen?!
United Windows Reviews vs SimontonDane, your site is so incredibly helpful. Despite reading various responses, I still felt compelled to contact you for your opinion.
[Site Editor's Answer]Jonathan, I think I agree with you that the Simonton 5500 series is probably your best bet. The Andersen 100 is pretty darn solid and then the Ply Gem Pro or Premium is something you could look at as well. I think for the most part that these windows, when coupled with professional installation should be solid choices. Will you have issues in 20 years...maybe...probably...but you will be likely gone from that home. I hate offering that advice, but it's probably the truth...Andersen Windows 100 Series Prices
United Windows ReviewsCame across your site looking for windows we want for one room. Only 2 windows and it would be considered new construction as the current windows are 26" square. We want to replace with larger units 26" x 46". After leasing for 4 years we purchased the home {a new build in 2016}. Current windows are no doubt "builder" grade.
[Site Editor's Answer]Norene, that's great you've had few to no problems with them. It's just not always the case...here is my list for you to peruse.
United Distinct Windows ReviewsHello, thanks for your help. I am an elderly widow and would appreciate your advice.
[Site Editor's Answer]Nancy, hi. Yes, glass is the way to go in my opinion. The United Distinct is their composite series -- I think in general United is a lower end product and I would be pretty hesitant about using myself.
United Maxview II vs. Marvin ElevateHi Dane, would love your help and advice in selecting replacement vinyl windows for my home, built in 1979. We are looking at 11 double-hungs, grilles between glass.
[Website Editor Reply]Katy, I personally don't think United is all that great. Marvin Elevate Collection are fantastic, but that is a lot to pay for windows in my opinion. Too much for the quality of window. The Great Lakes ComfortSmart Series is a solid mid range vinyl window and the price quote you have there is quite fair.
United Windows Reviews : Distinct SeriesMy wife and I are do a remodel and need to replace six double hungs, one small bay, and a picture window.
United Windows vs. PellaI'd love to get recommendations for some new constructions that we are putting in. My contractor likes Andersen, Pella, Simonton, and/or United, both of which are available at building supply house. I was curious what your take on these are.
[Website Editor Reply]Roxanne, Simonton is considered a good mid range window. I would put United a tier below this. Andersen makes a good wood clad window, but one that is pricey. Pella makes a good series in their 250, but they are also more expensive than I would like to see.
United Windows Reviews BidAt the present time getting info and price to replace 10 windows, two of which are bathroom windows.
[Website Editor Reply]Connie, I personally would not use United in my own home, I don’t think its a very good brand myself. Wincore is equivalent to a Simonton window — a solid mid range window. Of the windows you mentioned, the ProVia Endure is the series I would recommend. A very good window, and one that should hold up much better than the other options mentioned. I believe the energy efficiency numbers bear this out.
United Vinyl Windows ReviewStacy wrote: looking for expert reviews on Moss and United. I'm also looking at Ply Gem ( see good reviews )
[Website Editor Reply]Stacy, United vinyl windows are generally considered builder grade windows. I don’t know anything about Moss. Ply Gem windows are considered a good mid range window. Their Pro and Premium models would be my recommendation for viable series.
Are United Windows Any Good?Hi Dane - I finally received 3 estimates & I followed your earlier advice and got this estimate below for Ideal from Prowns, and estimates from Gilco(United) and Carl's (Genisis). Are United Windows any good? If you could review these and let me know what you think is the best I would truly appreciate it.
[Site Editor's Answer]Hi Lisa, I spent about 20 minutes looking at the different companies and here's my take. I was most impressed by Prown's, which had pretty much perfect reviews on yelp and google (and lots of them). I don't love how expensive the Ideal Majestic window bid, but it is a better window than the Genesis, and a MUCH better window than anything United makes. If you are staying in the home 8 years or more, this is the bid I would go with. Excellent product, excellent reputation for the installer, and more expensive than I'd like to see, but the price is fair if I Compare it to the quality of the other windows.
United Window And Door ReviewsHello, I have 2 estimates for replacing my 20 year old windows. One is for United 8000 series window and the other is for Simonton 7000 series. Which is the better window in your opinion? This will probably be my last home, so I would like to put decent quality in.
[Website Editor Reply]Don, the United 8000 and Simonton 7000 are pretty comparable windows. I would probably give the United the nod over the Simonton on this one. However, neither of these are windows I would consider that great.
United Windows Reviews 5500 SeriesGood morning, I found your website when looking into a quote received from a contractor for a bathroom remodel. We want to add a large transoms across the back wall of our vaulted ceiling bathroom and they quoted the United. We live on the Chesapeake Bay in an older refurbished Bay cottage and it is important that I get something durable and provide protection from winds/drafts/cold in the winter. I have not seen much positive about United and was hoping you could suggest alternatives.
[Site Editor's Answer]Crystal, United is a low quality vinyl option in my opinion. Instead, I would suggest looking into the following brands: Okna, Sunrise, Polaris, Soft-Lite, Kensington, HiMark, Vytex and Vinylmax Windows. Hopefully there are some local companies who sell these brands. If you strike out here, go with a premium model from Simonton or Ply Gem. These windows are all over and their better models are pretty solid window options.
United Windows ReviewsWe are under construction on a 75 unit apartment complex and have ordered more than 350 United united for this job through our supplier. Recently we understand ICE raided the United Springfield NJ manufacturing plant and found and took away many undocumented immigrants.
[Site Editor's Answer]Robert, unfortunately, I have no "insider knowledge" of the raid or how it would affect your orders. With the economy humming along so well, I would hope they could keep to their production deadlines. I wish I knew more, sorry. I would continue to be a fly in the ointment to insure that your order is on time and gets delivered according to schedule.
United Window 7400 ReviewsI used United 7400 casement windows in an additions my company built in 2010. Some of the sashes have gone bad, how can I contact the manufacturer to
check on the warranty and get replacement sashes. Is there a way to contact the company? Phone number -email. The distributor from which I purchased the
windows is no longer in business.
[Site Editor's Answer]Terry, besides the information on their website, I don't have any specific numbers/contact info for you.
United Windows vs ProVia EndureHello I was wondering if you could provide any information on the Provia Endure series slider versus the United 8000 series slider. [Site Editor's Answer]Brian, the United 8000 series slider is a decent window. ProVia Endure series windows are very good. Between these two, the ProVia is my pick without hesitation.
United 4800 Series vs. MI 1650I'm stuck deciding between MI 1650 windows and the United 4800 series. I wish I had better options (your website doesn't seem to think much of either) but I don't. So I was curious what your thoughts are on these two?
[Site Editor's Answer]Joe, yes you are correct that I'm not a huge fan of either. However, given decent installation, they should serve you well for 10 years if done right. I'd give the nod to the MI 1650, but not by much.
Unitedwindowmfg ReviewsI received a quote for the replacement of 6 windows for 2650.00 (United) double hung with interior grids. Is this a fare price for these windows? I received this quote from a friend who owns a window company. Being told that I was given a discounted price for great windows. I live on Long Island NY. Any advice you can give would be most appreciated, especially on unitedwindowmfg reviews. Thank you.
[Site Editor's Answer]Like all companies, United makes a number of different series, two replacement series I believe, the 8000 and 4800 in the double hung. So this would certainly be important in deciding if it was a good deal or not. United don't have some stellar reputation in the industry, I hear a little bit about them, but I would put them in the low-to-mid of the mid range vinyl window manufacturers.
United Doors ReviewsHi, I am in need of a quick response. Looking to replace 2 original patio doors. House built in 60's. Looking for more energy efficient glass. Plan to retire next year so cost is a factor. Contractor would provide Harvey doors. I have a price from Andersen home depot windows and from Lowes for United. I am VietNam veteran so I get 10% discount from both.
[Site Editor's Answer]Michael, while United is not always known for making building quality products, I can't speak to the quality of the 4500 sliding door. Many of the products sold out of Lowes and Home Depot are relatively cheaply made products. However, $1300 is a significant savings, so I see your dilemma.
United Windows ReviewsHi Tim, my contractor quoted 3 prices for replacing my bow window for United (2 options - $3,794 & $4,089) and Simonton ($4,658). Is Simonton the better options than United? If I want to price a higher quality window than Simonton, what manufacturers would you recommend?
[Site Editor's Answer]Jim, Simonton is absolutely the better window compared with United. I would definitely recommend going with the Simonton option, even if you aren't in your forever home. It's not like Simonton is the most expensive window out there, it's more in that mid range and is appropriate for your timeline. Both companies probably buy the actual bow/bay window box from the few companies that specialize in making them so there will be very little difference there.
United 8000 Series vs SilverlineHi Editors, I'm planning to replace the vinyl siding on my 25 year old two-story house and the Silver-line single hung windows that are on it. The house is about 25 years old with more than half the window seals broken and taking moisture. I am looking at the 8000 series Double Hungs with nailing flange and built in J channel. Will removal of the Silver-line window allow for the setting of the 8000 without touching the existing jams and trim? I have sixteen windows and one slider to replace. Your thoughts on the 8000 series needed.
[Site Editor's Answer]Jerry, United are more of a low end vinyl window and not a window that I would recommend putting in your home. They will certainly be better than your old Silverlines, but they're not going to off you the sort of long term value that you should be looking for in a window. I would prefer you get a mid range Simonton or a Ply Gem Pro over the United double hung.
United Windows ReviewsThank you so much Tim. That is great advice. It is interesting that last month I had one window company come, Unified Windows in New Jersey, and they only presented and pushed one brand of windows, Ultra Tite2, which I had never heard of. They wouldn't even discuss other brands. Plus their installation reviews online are mixed. So that is why my search continues. Based on your advice it sounds like I'm doing the right thing which is good to know!
[Site Editor's Answer]Different companies are structured in different ways. United-manufacturing makes their own vinyl windows, so that's all they sell. Other contractor type companies might be dealers for a number of brands. It totally depends, there is no single formula, which can make it even more confusing.
United Window And Door ReviewsHi Dane, I'm interested in the 4800 Plus series or the Reliabilt 3900 replacement vinyl windows. I would appreciate your thoughts and opinion. Thank you.
[Site Editor's Answer]Hi John, I have to tell you that both of the selections you are asking about are considered builder grade windows, that is a lower cost lower quality window. Interestingly, when I looked at the Reliabilt, which is the better window in this scenario, I found the Reliabilt 3900 window cost to be roughly $440 just for the window itself - from Lowes. For this price (and assuming $125 for installation), you could buy a much better window in my opinion.
4800 Series ReviewsI have a rental town home in Maryland. What brand would you recommend? I got a quote for 4800 series, MGM sienna windows and revere windows. I am so confused!! Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
[Site Editor's Response]Hi Maria, there are certainly lots of options out there and the process can get more than a little confusing. All three window brands you mentioned are in the lower end of the vinyl window range, however we are talking about a rental so you probably aren't looking to put a ton of money into the project.
United Windows vs CrystalLooking for 12 replacement double hungs, plus converting 2 to a bay...so far I have 3 quotes. The Alside Excaliburs and 4800 series were really close in price, then the Crystal Series 200 was about half that. I'm not sure which I should go with and what the differences are. The United rep said they use shims and caps on every window instead of simply nailing them in. Is that a big deal? Excaliburs have a better warranty. I don't really know much about the Crystals, they can't be as good for that much less.
[Response To Homeowner]I've done a lot of work with Sunrise, Soft-Lite, OKNA, Simonton, Gorell. They all have various series, basically a premium line, a standard one, and then a bargain. For the most part, big differences in price from one estimate to another are because you're comparing across quality lines. I'd go back and ask them about the features to figure out what level of window you're looking for before you compare the costs. To be honest, none of the three brands you mentioned are something I would recommend to customers of mine.
So Many OptionsI'm looking for replacements here in New Jersey. I have 4 casements, a double slider, a 9 foot patio door and 2 picture windows. I've got quotes for CertainTeed Bryn Mawrs, BF Rich, and Series 700 from Uniteds. The quotes are all pretty similar, with pretty much the same warranties and features. I'm not sure which to go with. There doesn't seem to be a lot of info out there on United.
[Contractor Response]A lot depends on the contractor. CertainTeed is now made by MI, and I'm not a fan. I don't know a lot about B F Rich. United is a middle of the road window, they aren't great but not horrible.
[2nd Response]I used to use United a lot. They are mostly in New Jersey. They are a nice, solid product, that's what I put on my own house. I used CertainTeeds once because a customer insisted and I will never do it again.
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