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Milgard Tuscany Windows And Patio Doors
The Milgard Tuscany isn't the fanciest or best performing of vinyl windows on the market, but it is an excellent option for mild climates like Southern California etc. (I'm not saying it doesn't work well elsewhere, more that you can get away with an option like the Tuscany in less extreme environments.) Additionally, the series offers lots of nice features, provides decent window energy efficiency numbers, operates quite nicely, and looks good (not great, but good.) Plus, it usually comes in at a good price point, in fact, it's one of the windows that I often recommend to friends and family on the west coast that are looking for a mid range vinyl window. Scroll down to read all of our Milgard Tuscany windows reviews.
Overall Rating: Milgard Tuscany Windows And Doors get a out of 5 stars based on 22 Milgard Tuscany windows reviews below.
My Take On This Company: The Tuscany is the step up series over the Milgard Styleline, which is the company's entry level series. Expect to pay around 20% more per window for the Tuscany over the Styleline. I would give the Milgard Tuscany Series a 4.4 out of 5 stars rating.
(Always Get 3 to 4 Local Price Quotes)
Dane - Site Editor - Publish Date: April 14, 2016
Last Update: November 21, 2025
Related Topic: Milgard Windows Prices
Tuscany Pricing: $$/$$$
(2/3 out of 5)
(Amongst All Vinyl Windows)
Page Sections
- Tuscany Series Introduction
- Milgard Tuscany Windows Info
- Warranty Information
- Consumer Milgard Tuscany Windows Reviews
"Builder Magazine voted the Milgard Tuscany the vinyl window of the year in 2019 (but between you and me, that sounds like a bit of an overreach to me.) Still, it's one of the vinyl windows that I recommend to west coast friends and family looking for a quality mid range vinyl window."
Milgard Tuscany Window Info
The Tuscany is the nice step up series over the Milgard Styleline, which is the company's entry level series. The Tuscany includes several nice upgrades from the Styleline, including better vent stops vent stops, locking system, spacer, and mesh screen. The smartTouch lock and release makes for a nice smooth experience. Expect to pay around 20% more per window for the Tuscany over the Styleline.
The Milgard Tuscany can be ordered in the following styles: single or double hung, casement or awning, horizontal slider or picture windows, as well as a bay or bow window set up. Color wise, it comes in and interior/exterior white or tan, or in the following upgrade exterior colors: bronze, espresso, classic brown, silver, sand, fog, and ivory. A nice color scheme to be sure. The Tuscany is available in two door options: either as a French swinging or as a patio slider. Scroll down to read all of our Milgard Tuscany windows reviews.
Milgard Windows Warranty
The Tuscany comes with a limited lifetime warranty that covers the mainframe, sill, hardware and all components. Additionally, the warranty can be transferred to another owner, who will get coverage for a total of 10 years from when the windows and/or patio doors were purchased. Finally, the Tuscany includes accidental glass breakage. However, because warranty terms and provisions often change, it's a good idea to read the most current warranty prior to purchase.
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Consumer Milgard Tuscany Windows Reviews
Below are Tuscany series reviews, homeowner price quotes and accolades, brand complaints and so much more. If you have a question on this window and/or patio door, get in touch with us.
Dane - Site Editor
Milgard vs Anlin
I got an independent installer who quoted us $15k for Tuscany (16 windows, 2 patio doors) but wanted all the money upfront and was rushing us because of rebates the next day and he didn't have the paperwork and we had to turn him down because that didn't feel right, even though I did check his licensing and he did 4 other houses, he just didn't seem like he was in the right mindset.
So, I got $22k for Anlin Del Mar which is their best series from another dealer who lives in another city and who told me Panoromic would be almost the same price if I got them tempered and he was rude and arrogant about building codes, etc and didn't like him. He did not impress
I have yet to get the Anlin pricing with fireproof ( right now its $16,800 without) from this local glass shop and also waiting to get the u values to do a side by side comparison.
Milgard was $17K+ with extra glass breakage
Anlin Panoromic Infintie low e glass package is $16,800 and
Simonton Daylight Savings Max $15, 800.
Ok so the 3 quotes currently are from the same local dealer who even went out of his way to get the Anlin membership and window cause I asked about it and told him friends were interested in that. I read their yelp reviews - they have 4.5 rating (only 95 reviews).
Mulla - Homeowner - from 2025
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Mulla, I put very little stock in the warranty. Too many things could change in 20 years when/if something goes wrong. The best approach in my opinion is to get the best window at the best price. I never know what companies the form on my site will generate. Some are great, some are blah -- use it if you want to look at more options or don't, your call since you already have bids. Also, you can use our page on Milgard Tuscany windows reviews as a good source of consumer opinions.
I would go with the Anlin myself as it is the best brand that you have so far. Also, I would go with an installer I trusted, which it sounds like you have. (All window companies/dealers are difficult to get back once the job is done -- that's just the nature of the beast, unless you find a really good company and those are rare to be honest.) Most times, once the windows go in and everything is nice and buttoned up, nothing happens to them...until year 12. With Anlin hopefully that will be in year 25 :)
Dane - Site Editor - from 2025
Milgard Tuscany
I live near Denver metro area. I have two quotes from the same installer, who I trust to do good work. This is for 15 replacement slider windows - frames are in good shape.
Milgard Tuscany $10,162.
Anlin Catalina $9999.
Eric - Homeowner - from 2024
Milgard Tuscany Cost Quote
Dane, we’ve recently gotten quotes from an Anlin dealer on their Panoramic series that came out to $775 per window fully installed and that includes all taxes, etc. The other "finalist" is from a dealer who sells the Milgard Tuscany. Between these two options, which would you say is the better value? Both installers have excellent installations, reviews, and record records. ( Anlin Windows Reviews ) Love your Milgard Tuscany windows reviews page by the way.
Nance - Homeowner - from 2023
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Nance, while these companies are somewhat similar, from a brand standpoint, Anlin has the better overall reputation, I would say that the panoramic is the slightly better window over the Tuscany. I think this is probably your best bet, although the Tuscany is not a bad option either.
Dane - Site Editor - from 2023
Milgard Tuscany Windows Reviews
Thanks Dane. We started our search looking strictly at Milgard Tuscany. We got 5 quotes and the best one was $15,960. This is a large purchase for us so I wanted to do a little more research. In researching, I discovered Anlin. The same window and door company that quoted us $15,960 for the Tuscany quoted us $15,920 for the Anlin Catalina.
Salesman was surprised with the numbers because he said the Catalina would usually be more expensive. I don’t want to use the term “pushing” but he is definitely encouraging the Anlin and says Anlin makes the better product. He says both are good but Anlin is just better.
The Tuscany does currently have the Amazon gift card rebate but that is not important to us. We just want to make sure we are making the best choice for our money. We are leaning Anlin but second guessing a little since we were solely focused on the Tuscany for the majority of our search.
Ed - Homeowner - from 2023
[Site Editor's Answer]
Hi Ed, so my pick would be the Anlin Catalina over the Milgard Tuscany -- it's the better window and will probably run 10% to 20% more, but prices are too tough to randomly predict. Get bids on both windows and see what you come up with -- I'm happy to take a look at what you have after the bids...
Dane - Site Editor - from 2023
Milgard Tuscany windows reviews Tuscany
Hi Dane, I have read a lot of information on the website and it has been really great. I've also read a lot of the question/reply streams, which have also been great. I am planning to replace some windows in my house here in the Denver metro area. I have quotes from an Installer I trust. Here is the information of both estimates:
For some reason I couldnt paste the screenshot for the Milgard Tuscany estimate, but at least you can see the specifics of what i'm ordering. The Milgard estimate for the same products came in at $10,162. I am very noise-sensitive and am tired of listening to every little thing that goes on outside my house, so I have opted for the sound reduction glass in both brands estimates. I believe this will be the double pane "dissimilar thickness" style glass for both Anlin and Milgard.
So, the Milgard quote is about $680 more total, but I dont consider that enough of a differnce to be a major factor in deciding between the two. My Installer has more experince installing Milgard, but has a better "working relation" with his Anlin contact. My installer has done a nice job of being unbiased and is happy with either brand.
I am trying to find that key piece of data or item of consideration that could tip me over to make the decision to go with one brand over the other. I did read your milgard tuscany windows reviews and your information about negotiating the estimate and I will certianly do that shortly. Thanks in advance for your advice!
Eric - Homeowner - from 2023
[Site Editor's Answer]
Eric, for me, Anlin is the much preferred brand over Milgard. I think the Anlins are better made and tend to have less batch issues over Milgard. I also happen to like the look of the Anlin Catalina over the Tuscany. If this were project, I'd go for the Anlin Catalina and you get to save $700 :) That's my take for what it's worth!
Dane - Site Editor - from 2023
Tuscany vs Trinsic Series
Hello, I live in Mesa, AZ and have been collecting a lot of bids and information for a whole home window replacement (about 23 windows / 19 openings), and most of the quotes for the likes of Tuscany with full stucco cut (5 openings in block) have been in the $25-$29k range (out the door).
I recently heard about the Anlin series and their excellent warranty, and got a bid from a non-Gold star dealer (but one who Anlin customer service says is a very reputable dealer and they know the owner personally and that he stands behind his product), and they quoted the Panoramic series for about $26,500 out the door.
Arizona Window and Door (1 of the 2 gold star dealers out here) came out and bid the Del Mar expanded series at just under $42k, which seemed quite high to me (keep in mind that’s cash price). I’ve attached their estimate and a breakdown of the window dimensions and glass treatments for my home. I also called out in the spreadsheet they forgot to add tempered glass for one of the bathroom windows.
I was expecting something around $29k based on the Panoramic series quote of $26,500, so I was kind of shocked by the price. The sales manager is the one who came out, so it’s not like it was just any regular salesperson who overbid the job, and he said he’s been there a long time now and used to work at Renewal by Andersen…Appreciate the help!
Greg - Homeowner - from 2022
[Website Editor Reply]
Greg, the Anlin Del Mar is the much better window over the Tuscany, so I'm not that shocked by the price difference (look at our Milgard Tuscany windows reviews to confirm - I hope). The price quotes in general do seem high, but I'm seeing that in every section of the country. I guess I would continue to get quotes until you found one that works.
Dane - Website Editor - from 2022
[Greg's Reply]
Is the Anlin Del Mar that much costlier than the Panoramic and Catalinas also? I have a quote for just under $26,500.00 for my whole home replacement from Rite Windows here, who are very reputable and Anlin actually replied to my inquiry about them saying they know the owner and they are a very reputable installation.
By comparison I have quotes for whole home Milgard Tuscany vs Trinsic quotes around the same amount ($27-$29k) from Cougar Windows and True View, and it seemed to me that the Panoramic and Catalina series are better than any of the Milgard Vinyl options. Does that sound accurate?
I also had some z-bar Milgard quotes from Home Depot window quote and KJ Windows for $19-$20k, which I don't want because I want more glass area rather than just slapping extra frame over my existing aluminum ones.
We also have a quote from a local manufacturer (part of the Earthwise windows group) called Energy Shield that was super cheap, but I didn't like the window quality at all, despite the lifetime warranty on parts and labor.
There is also one from State 48 Window and Door for Alside Mezzo window and 80 series for $24k and $19k respectively, but I don't know anything about that brand.
I remember from the NFRC ratings that Okna seemed to have some very good Vinyl options, although I don't think I found any options from them when I searched the first time. Hope these quotes help with the data you're collecting, and once I get a formal quote from Rite, I'll send that over too (the $26.5k quote was a line item breakdown).
Greg - Homeowner - from 2022
[Website Editor Reply]
Greg, yes the Anlin Panorama and Catalinas are going to be less expensive than the Del Mar series, but both of these series are still very good. Definitely better than anything that Milgard makes in my opinion. I looked up "Dun Rite Windows reviews Arizona" and they get excellent reviews, so that is awesome. So if their quote is in that $26K to $29K range, then this would be the direction I would go. Very solid installation company and very solid product at a fair price from what I can tell -- that's a winner in my book!
Dane - Website Editor - from 2022
Milgard Tuscany vs. Milgard Trinsic
Hi Dane, I live in Sausalito, California, just north of the Golden Gate Bridge. The climate here is pretty wild - lots of wind, at times heavy rains. We get little sun in our home, so it’s pretty cold. Also, we replaced our old wood and glass garden door with the Milgard Ultra series a few years back, as it gets lots of weather on that side of the house.
Now we need to replace the sliders to our deck, and will also soon replace the two-story picture windows with a large single slider in that assembly of 6 custom sized windows (the slider essentially is one of the 6 windows; it is 5 feet wide by 7 1/2 feet tall); the window assemblage is currently the single pane glass in wood framing. The slider to the deck that’s there now is metal, and it’s leaky and noisy.
I don’t like the Milgard Ultra for the deck as the bottom obstructs too much of the view and the framing is wider, heavier looking; I love the narrow framed look of the Milgard Trinsic series over the Tuscany, but am unsure which is a better product and which would hold up better in the weather conditions I described.
Our house was built in 1957, it is solid redwood, not insulated (nor can it be), and all windows are single pane glass. I would like to use the same Milgard series for both the deck door and the picture window/slider assemblage, as they are both on the main level of the house, in the living area. Would love your thoughts. Thank you.
Evan - Homeowner - from 2022
[Website Editor Reply]
Evan, the Milgard Trinsic is the newer model from the company and the one that I would recommend. Honestly, you should look at our Milgard Tuscany windows reviews page for additional consumer opinions. It uses a narrower frame, while maintaining roughly the same energy efficiency ratings as the Tuscany. Kind of the best of both worlds.
Perhaps look into an upgraded glass package that maximizes your SHGC (solar gain) to keep your home warmer in both winter and summer (the colder winter I ever spent was a summer in SFO...). In addition, I would suggest getting bids from multiple Milgard dealers if possible to play their bids off against one another and see if that helps keep that cost down.
Dane - Website Editor - from 2022
Milgard Tuscany in the Bay Area
Thank you! Wow so many different windows! Seems like Milgard are very prevalent here in the North Bay, CA. At least two of the places I contacted recommended them. But they do not appear on your list. May I ask why? Are they not good?
Janie - Homeowner - from 2021
[Site Editor's Answer]
Milgard retrofit windows like the Trinsic is not a bad option, but it isn't on my good or great list. There aren't all that many west coast available windows on my list to be honest. Anlin, Amerimax and Simonton are the only names I can think of. Assuming you live in a relatively mild climate and you have good installation, you should be well served.
Dane - Site Editor - from 2021
Milgard Windows vs Simonton
Hi Dane, we live in Orange County, CA about 5 miles from the beach and are looking to replace 25 windows and 1 sliding glass door.
Contractor 1: Anlin Catalina windows: $19,280 (He also sells Milgard and Simonton, but said the Anlin Catalina are better).
Contractor 2: Milgard Tuscany OR Simonton Daylight Max: $18,383 (he doesn't sell Anlin because he says Anlin makes their vendors push their product over others)
The prices were so close that we couldn't decide easily and started doing a bunch of research. We pretty much eliminated the Simonton Daylight Max, since the Anlin Catalina seems like the better window based on thermal performance. We can't find Milgard Tuscany's thermal performance ratings, so we can't compare them to the Catalina that way, but I am assuming they are still a solid window.
Contractor 2 said they do NOT break windows upon install - that it can leave glass around no matter how careful you are, and is just a matter of laziness. I brought this up to Contractor 1, and he said that he can never guarantee you don't have to break then - it depends on the type of original units and how they were installed.
The second difference was with respect to retrofit vs. new construction. Contractor 2 took a look at my sliding door, and said that the people who replaced it 10 years ago (before I lived here) did a crappy job - they pulled the black metal frame out, but did NOT pull up 6 inches of stucco around the outside and do a full new construction install.
Shannon - Homeowner - from 2021
[Site Editor's Answer]
Shannon, I like the Anlin bid over the Tuscany bid for the price. Question 1, both are right. You do not want to break windows but you cannot guarantee that a window or two will break. It sounds like the Milgard installer is a bit more thorough, so that makes the decision of who to go with trickier.
As far as the door installation goes, I can't really say one way or the other without looking at it. You might want to grab one or two more estimates just to pick the brain of the other installers. Hopefully, you would have a consensus by the time they're done -- or perhaps the other two companies had opinions.
Paying the extra couple of hundred for south facing windows is probably worth it. But I wouldn't on non south facing windows.
Dane - Site Editor - from 2021
Milgard Tuscany vs Trinsic
Hi, I live in Palm Desert Ca. where it can hit 125 during the summer and low 90 at night. What brand of window would be best to retro-fit. Everybody out here calls L&L or California Windows and all I see is the Milguard Tuscany being used and the prices are through the roof. Some of the houses I have seen done that are similar to mine with about 10 different windows of which half are just small fixed transom windows are costing close to 20K.
The other one out here is Window World which is a lot less cost but I did read on your site they are just low grade builder windows. I plan on being in this retirement house for at least anther 25 years so something that can last and help with the heat and dust would be great. I also considered Lowe's but all I can find there are Pella and have always been told they are very pricey and not any better than the Milguard brand. With the exception of the larger windows I can install the smaller ones myself if that is an option someone offers.
Frank - Homeowner - from 2021
[Site Editor's Answer]
Frank, the four brands I would recommend in the desert are Anlin, Amerimax, Milgard, and Simonton, in that order. You are correct, prices are through the roof right now. It's crazy in certain places, with long lead times. I would stay away from WW myself. They sell MI vinyl windows.
If you are considering doing the installation, I would search for a Simonton dealer who carries the Reflections 5500 series. A good vinyl window. They would be the most likely to see to you directly. But try the others dealers just to find out. Pella's vinyl windows are just okay, sort of on par with Milgard (check our our Milgard Tuscany windows reviews for more info). Actually, they are probably a bit better, but often quite a bit more expensive.
Tim - Site Editor - from 2021
Milgard Vinyl Window Tuscany Series
Hello Dane, I live in Portland Oregon, and plan to replace my 30+ year old metal windows with Milgard vinyl windows, “Tuscany” line. There will be 10 windows, some quite large:
3’ x 7’. I respect your opinion and welcome your input and recommendations.
Helen - Homeowner - from 2021
[Site Editor's Answer]
Helen, the Tuscany is a very solid mid range vinyl window. Assuming the company you are using has good to great online reviews, then I would say you should absolutely consider this option.
I struggle to provide many recommendations in the Pacific Northwest. You cold find a Simonton dealer, although I would stick with their following series: Simonton 9800 and Simonton Reflections 5500. Amerimax may have a dealer in your area.
A google search for "Amerimax windows in Portland, Oregon” should bring up local companies who carry the brand.
In these cases, I usually recommend going to Angie’s list and to Yelp in order to locate a solid local window dealer with top of the line reviews. Call them up, get the bid, and compare. Feel free to shoot your bids over to me and I'm more than happy to provide you with my take on what you have.
Dane - Site Editor - from 2021
Milgard Tuscany In Idaho
Hi Dane. I see lots of good comments on Okna, Sunrise, Soft-Lite, Zen, Simonton Windows, etc., but I can't find any distributors West of the Rockies. Do they not sell in the west? My house to be built is in Orofino, Idaho (83544) - not that far from Lewiston or even Spokane, Wa. Any ideas? Thanks and take care,
Kelly - Homeowner - from 2020
[Website Editor Reply]
Kelly, yes you are correct that none of those windows are available in the west. The options in Idaho are a bit limited. Simonton is available everywhere though, as well as Ply Gem (which owns them). The Simonton Reflections 5500 window is a good option and the Ply Gem Pro series and Premium models are good-ish replacement option.
Other brands that may be available include Anlin, Amerimax, Milgard, and possibly Zen Windows (although I don't think they have made it there yet.)
Not all will have dealers in your zip code, but a google search for "Anlin windows in [your city, state]" (as an example) should bring up local companies who carry the brand. Do this for each brand you are interested in searching. Call them up, get the bid, and compare. Feel free to shoot your bids over to me and I'm more than happy to provide you with my take on what you have.
Dane - Website Editor - from 2020
[Kelly's Reply]
Hi Dane, Anlin responded to me that they do mainly replacement, not new window installations. Also, they have no presence in Idaho. :( I did find a store that carries the Milgard. I'll probably go with the Tuscany series. Do you know if these come prepped for new construction?
Lastly, a couple of questions on efficiency of windows. It appears that casements are the best sealed, with single hung being next in line? Being in Northern Idaho, it's hard to know what coatings to buy. Thoughts? Thanks and take care.
Kelly - Homeowner - from 2020
[Website Editor Reply]
Kelly, the Tuscany comes as either a replacement or in new construction. The only real difference is that new construction has a nailing fin along the top and sides for secrue installation.
The most energy efficient window replacements are fixed frame or non-operable windows. Casements and awnings are typically the most efficient of the operable windows. Double hungs are often more energy efficient than single hungs, but not always. Some single hungs can have very good numbers.
In the past, single hung were often built cheaply and therefore had very poor numbers. Not always the case anymore. My advise is to get the u-value, air infiltration, visible transmittance, and condensation resistance of any window you are thinking of purchasing. The first two numbers are especially important. You want a u-value of .30 or less and and AI of .10 or less.
Milgard Tuscany windows reviews On The Tuscany
Thank you ahead of time for your time and expertise. I am having adifficult time making a final selection between a few vendors/lines of windows. I have a house in the Los Angeles area with 12 windows and one slider. Basically, I have narrowed it down to Anlin (which I prefer)–Catalina or Del Mar and Milgard Tuscany. Also, I have spoken to six different companies and received various quotes covering the gamut. So far, I have received several quotes for the Anlin Catalina line.
Unfortunately, I only have one quote for the Anlin Del Mar line because there is only one reseller in my area. I am trying to decide if the additional cost for the Del Mar is worth the extra money.
The Migard Tuscany quotes include 1/8” over 1/8” glass with SunCoatMax. Includes slider with SmartTouch handle and deadbolt. All quotes include Style Line bathroom windows because Tuscany cannot be made that small due to thickness and size. Price: $11,281.
The Anlin Catalina quotes include 1/8” over 3/16” (free sound package upgrade) with Infinte Plus and pull tight cam locks. Includes Malibu slider and extra deadbolt. Price: $11,800.
The Anlin Del Mar quotes includes 1/8” over 3/16” with Infinte Plus and pull tight cam locks. Includes Malibu slider and extra deadbolt. Price: $12,500.
John - Homeowner - from 2020
[Website Editor Reply]
Hi John, so I do like the upgrades of the Del Mar but are they worth $2K? Tough to say actually, it’s sort of a personal opinion. They are both good windows and the best on the west coast, much better than the Milgard.
My advise is this: if you are planning to stay in this house long term, go with the Del Mar. If you are unsure where you will be in 8 to 10 years, I’d save yourself the money and go with the Catalina or the Tuscany. I had heard that Milgard was closing down two plants, one in Colorado and one in Pennsylvania. I would really doubt they are going to close shop — if they do, we will update our Milgard Tuscany windows reviews page immediately.
Dane - Website Editor - from 2020
[John's Reply]
Thank you Dane for your response. I think you typed what I was already thinking. We don't plan on moving anytime soon and I am leaning towards the Del Mar windows. Do you think the price quotes look fair based on the Milgard, Catalina and Del Mar quotes listed below. Also, I expected Milgard to be less then Anlin which it was.
FYI - I reached out Anlin directly about the so-called roller problem with the Catalina series with the Sun Package glass installed on them. The gentlemen that I spoke to has worked at Anlin for over 20 years and said that the Catalina windows are almost 20 years old and he has been installing the sun package on them for a lot longer then the Del Mar window have been out.
He has not experienced any issues with the Catalana rollers. He did say that the rollers on the Del Mar are better but the Catalina rollers are perfectly fine. Thank you again.
John - Homeowner - from 2020
[Site Editor's Answer]
I would say the prices look pretty fair to me. The price difference between the Anlin and the Milgard sounds about right, so I’m assuming that the prices are fair quotes. I’ve not heard about issues with the slider rollers, but hopefully the sales person’s assurances are enough for you.
Dane - Website Editor - from 2020
Milgard Windows vs. Anlin
Hello TIm, I am hoping you can help me determine whether the quote I received today for replacing 3 old Milgard Tuscany series with the new Anlin Del Mar is reasonable. I can see from previous reviews the Anlin Del Mar is a very good product. I live in Tucson Arizona and currently there seems to be only one window installation company here that carries the Anlin window brand. So, unfortunately I have only one quote for the Del Mar.
1 qty -Half vent XO slider 72”x 60” dual pane glass with Quadra Therm Low E 340 / price $1,350
2 qty – Single Hung -Sash Height One Half 36”x 60”/ price $1,050 each ( Also, gave me a quote for Double Hung at $1,078 each)
The total quote for the Anlin Del Mar XO slider and 2 single hung was $3,450 I did get a quote from another installation company for the Milgard Tuscany XO slider ($930) and 2 single hung ($760 each) for a total quote of $2,450, but prefer the Anlin Del Mar windows.
The total quote for the Anlin Del Mar XO slider and 2 double hung was $3,506 ( Milgard Tuscany total quote was $2,570). I appreciate any help you can give me. Thank you for the Milgard Tuscany windows reviews on your site!
Tom - Homeowner - from 2020
[Website Editor Reply]
Based on the Milgard quote, the Anlin quote sounds pretty reasonable. Not cheap by any means, but the Anlin is the much different product over the Milgard. You might want to try a Simonton quote for the Impressions 9800 or the Reflections 5500 series. A very good window and one more quote might tell you if the Anlin and Milgard quote is fair or not.
Tim - Website Editor - from 2020
Milguard vs. Anlin Del Mar Take II
I'm buying 13 replacement windows and live in Los Angeles (the valley). Have met with five companies and one more to go this Saturday (a referal from friend who flips houses). Been looking at Anlin and Milguard.
Below are quotes:
American Deluxe Windows $7,900 for Anlin/Catalina
American Vision Windows $8,277 Anlin/Del Mar
Sivan Windows $7,218 for Premium Windows (sales person liked over Milgard)
Frontier Windows $7,900 for Milgard
I am looking for single hung but with tilt down for easy cleaning and I don't think Milgard has that, or at least it didn't seem to when I went through your Milgard Tuscany windows reviews page.
Oh and the kicker I'm saving for last that you will laugh at was a quote from California Deluxe Windows....they wanted $15,125 for their own brand of windows. I keep leaning toward Anlin but would love to get a lower price.
Tracy - Homeowner - from 2018
[Website Editor Reply]
Tracy, I agree with you that the Anlin is the better product for the Milgard. (The California Deluxe price is crazy.) You could certainly see if you could get a lower price on the Anlin. Here's a link to an article that suggests an approach to finding a window companies floor price.
I was confused what product Sivan Windows was selling. I've never heard of them, but checked their yelp and google reviews. Very good reviews! Lowest price and fantastic reviews is a tough recipe not to explore further. I'm assuming they sell their own window? If so, see if you can get the performance data from them on the specific window: double hung, casement, etc.
Casements have the best numbers by the way and they are relatively easy to clean and maintain. Get the air infiltration number (0.10 or lower), U-value (0.30 or lower), CR (55 or higher), and design pressure (35 or higher). Love to hear what you find out!
Tim - Website Editor - from 2018
Milgard Tuscany vs. Simonton Daylight Max
Tim, I live in Seattle, WA area and need to replace 8 windows and a big bay window, which are basically falling out of their holes in my house. I read your site and you seem to like the Milgard Tuscany. You also recommend Anlin, but they aren't available in Washington. We plan to stay in this house for many years to come so I want to make sure I do this right.
Our bid on the Milgard Tuscany was $12,800, while the Simonton Daylight Max was $13,200. One more bid on the Pella 250 for $13,500. These all included the rot repair on the siding, the work on the window seat around the bay window, and the work on the interior wood casing.
The contractor who would be doing the work comes highly recommended. Are these reasonable bids or not?
Matty - Homeowner - from 2018
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Matty, since the three bids are all very close to one another, I would imagine that that's the going rate for the windows and considerable installation work. I would probably rank the windows with the Milgard Tuscany on top, then the Simonton Daylight Max, and then the Pella 250 series.
The Tuscany and Daylight Max are close though and the Daylight Max in a casement has an impressive air infiltration rate. The thing I don't love about the Tuscany though is the capture still design, but it's a solid mid range vinyl window. Either of these would be my picks, I would probably pass on the Pella 250 model. Bay Windows Prices
Tim - Website Editor - from 2018
Tuscany Series vs. Anlin Monte Verde Bay View
Hello Tim, I hope you are having a good week and once again I really am appreciative of your Milgard Tuscany windows reviews and pricing page. I wanted to follow up on my email from last week. I got a quote from Newman and couple other vendors for Milgard. Newman was better priced compared to others.
Newman Quote:
22 Windows: $9643
1 French Door: $1862
Total Material: $11,505 (Material cost is similar to Dixieline)
Labor: $150/ window and $550/Door = $3850.
Total: $15,355
So now pretty much it boils down to:
Anlin Monte Verde Bay View series @ $14.3k
Milgard Tuscany series @15.3k
Now that both are at almost similar price point, what do you think is a better option? Since, as you mentioned in the previous email, both windows are in the mid-range category and not that different from each other, I am inclining towards Anlin Bay view series, unless you advice otherwise. Thank you for your time and advice.
Kinza - Homeowner - from 2018
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Kinza, I think either bid is pretty solid. I must say that, in my experience, Newman is a very good local company that will provide the quality of installation and long term assistance that most consumers would be very fortunate to have. Having said that, I think if the same could be said about the Anlin installer and you feel more comfortable with them, then certainly go with them. Just make sure to do your due diligence in vetting the anilin installer.
Tim - Website Editor - from 2018
Milgard Windows vs Renewal By Andersen
My husband and I own a home in the Seattle area and need to replace 10 windows, 6 of which are quite large and the other 4 I suppose normal size. The windows are double paned, with low-e glass and argon fills—I think pretty standard features, no crazy upgrades. I have been collecting quotes and this is what I have.
Andersen Renewal: $29K
Milgard Tuscany: $12K
Ruth - Homeowner - from 2018
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Ruth, these are such wildly different quotes it's tough to compare them. Renewal spends lots of money on advertising etc and this is often seen in their bids. $29,000 for 10 windows (even for very large windows) is an incredibly steep price. They do have a nice product, but I think the Sunrise Restorations for example is the far superior product to their composite fiber frame. Unfortunately, Sunrise Restorations is not available in your area.
The Milgard Tuscany is a decent mid range vinyl window, although it does use a pocket sill, which funnels water through the window frame and then out weep holes. This is a poor window design feature that is not ideal for rainy climates like the Pacific Northwest. I often recommend this window in drier climates as a solid mid range product, but not so much in rainy ones.
I think you need a couple more quotes to round out your offerings. Feel free to send them my way and as always I will throw in my two cents -- hopefully worth more than two cents.
Tim - Website Editor - from 2018
Milgard Tuscany windows reviews vs Anlin
Hello Tim, I live in San Diego and bought a house in 2016. House is built in 1984 with original single pane windows. I am planning to replace 22 windows and a patio door in my house. House is in the fire zone and hence need a tempered glass as well. I got below quotes to replace 22 windows and 1 french patio door.
Anlin Monte Verde Bay View series (from a well reviewed contractor) (got 2 quotes as well – both are similar)
Total $14k. 11k for material and 3k for labor ($125 per window and $300 for patio door).
Milgard Tuscany from Dixieline (I am planning to get couple more quotes).
Total $17k. 11k for material and 6k for labor ($250 per window and $700 for patio door).
Anlin Delmar series (another well reviewed contractor):
Total $21K. Contractor didn’t give the breakdown but I got couple of quotes for this series and both were around $21k. The only breakdown I have is for French door: $4200, Sliding patio door: $2800, material + labor inclusive. (Note: $21k above includes 22 windows and 1 french door)
Why is the price for material same for both manufacturers (Bayview and Milgard) even when Milgard Tuscany is a better window? Is Dixieline selling a watered down version of the Milgard that I would find with a private contractor? Or am I being up charged for the bayview series?
Kinza - Homeowner - from 2018
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Kinza, I honestly think the Anlin Monte Verde Bay View is a decent enough vinyl window for most places in San Diego. It's a mild climate that doesn't get tons of rain. The Monte Verde isn't the best window out there, but it's pretty solid and the price quote you have sounds very reasonable to me.
I'm not convinced the Tuscany is that much better than the Monte Verde. I would say they are both in the spectrum of mid range vinyl windows. I think the big issue for me would be the quality of the contractor/installer. It sounds like you have done your homework and found all solid companies with good reviews.
You might want to get a bid from Newman Windows And Doors, which also sells the Tuscany. I'd be curious to see how their pricing compares with Dixieline.
The quote on the Del Mar sounds pretty steep to me. I like the Monte Verde bid so far to be honest. As I tell all my email customers, make sure to peruse our page on Milgard Tuscany windows reviews to get additional opinions on this company.
Tim - Website Editor - from 2018
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