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Simonton Windows Prices And Consumer Cost Quotes
Explore Simonton windows prices and costs on their Reflections, Impressions, ProFinish, Asure, Verona, and Daylight Max window models and series. Simonton prices fall right in the middle of the vinyl window price spectrum. This is a bit of a blanket statement, especially considering the wide variety of window series and models that the company offers. Many of the Series from Simonton are offered in 3 models, so for instance, the Reflections are available in the 5050, 5300 and 5500 Series.
As a general rule of thumb, the mid range window series will provide consumers with the best long term value, although in the case of Simonton, I might have to say that the higher end window model would get my vote.
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Simonton manufactures good quality, no frills type of vinyl windows, excellent distribution, and the company has a reputation for good customer support. Their frames run a little thicker than other vinyl window manufacturers, which certainly turns some consumers off. I would strongly suggest that homeowners touch and feel the Simonton windows prior to purchase in order to see and compare the bulkiness of these windows and make sure that you are fine with the overall aesthetics.
Performance wise, Simonton is going to be decent, nothing ground breaking, although upgrading to a better glass package and possibly a sash reinforcement can bring the Simonton nearly up to par with some of the top vinyl windows in the industry.
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Simonton Windows Prices :: 5050 Series
The Reflections 5050 model is more or less defunct, although some consumers have still said that they've received bids on this model now and again. The 5050 series is essentially the same window as the Asure, which can be a bit confusing.
Beginning in 2012, Simonton limited the production of the 5050 in favor of the Asure series. The 5050 is/was the company's entry level Reflections model. It was a no frills vinyl window that was actually pretty decent with a few choice upgrades.
The 5050 model has a narrow profile, which allows more glass and better viewing. The flipside is a less energy efficienct window. The 5050 window is/was often well priced for an entry level window and comparable to say Alside Mezzo windows cost.
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-- Estimated Simonton Reflections 5050 Price: $500 to $650 installed --
(assumes medium sized opening and normal installation) *
Simonton 5050 Windows Prices
I have three quotes for 10 double hung windows, with one being a double wide. Two from Louisville Window Co for Provia Endure $9,983 and Simonton 5050 $10,167. Third one is from Direct USA for Restoration window $13,717. Which would you recommend. Plan to stay in house next 15 years. (Windows USA Reviews)
Linda, the ProVia Endure is an excellent window and probably the best value of the three — certainly better than the Simonton 5050. The Sunrise Restorations is probably the better window than the Endure, but not by that much — if this is your forever home and you love the narrow lines of the Restorations then you might want to consider it…but the Louisville Window Company seems to get good reviews…
Well, I think I got my last bid, so here goes:
If you plan to be in the home a year, I'd go with the Simonton 5050. I might spring for the $30 upgrade to the 5500 series, which is a stronger option in my opinion, but perhaps not with your timeline. Simonton is a solid brand of window, pretty darn reliable --
I currently have 8- 1967 windows to replace so any new vinyl window will be an upgrade. I have 3 quotes with siding. They all use a different simonton window. They are all pretty close in price.
May, based on what you have said here, I would go with the company that you trust. This is important and they do both windows and siding. I would go with the Alside Mezzo myself over the 5050 -- although if he can upgrade the glass on the 5050 and add a sill reinforcement, then this would be my pick. I find warranties to be more or less useless -- come year 13 when things might start to go south, are you going to still live there? Is the company who did the work going to be around -- warranties never cover the labor on the work which is roughly 35% of the total cost anyway. I don't love the Mezzo to be honest, but it's a solid mid range vinyl window. I do like the idea of the 5050 with the upgrades I mentioned though...
I'm replacing 15 double hungs and 6 basement windows here in Louisville, KY. Here are my price quotes so far.
Hello Dane, I live in NC, zip 28311.
Phil, sounds about right for the quality of window and full frame replacement. I still always advise a couple more bids to really see whether that's the best deal out there. The Simonton 5050 is an okay window, but there are a number I would consider to be much better.
Thank you. These are the quotes I have received so far for the 24 double-hungs and 2 picture windows; no grids
Patrick, that's a great grouping of quotes! The Okna 500 is the best window in the bunch and it's the least expensive of the full bids so I have to give this my thumbs up.
Hi, we live in central Florida (just south of Ocala) and I am looking to replace all (19) windows in our house. We are second owners, house built in 2006 and has aluminum frame 2 pane contractor windows. I am considering Simonton windows either 5050 series or 5500 series. 5500 series has a SHGC of 0.18 and 5050 is 0.21. The other numbers are real close. Price difference installed is $800 more total for 5500 vs 5050.
Richard, the Simonton 5500 is the better window than the 5050 series in SHGC (how much heat enters through the glass/frame), but also in the U-value and air infiltration rate. If this were my project, I would spring for the 5500 series over the 5050 for the extra $800, especially because you are staying put in the home...and hopefully for a long, long time :) Definitely worth the extra $800 in my estimation.
Dane, I' looking at replacing 13 windows. 9 double hungs, a picture window, one bay window with a dh on either side of the bay. Three quotes so far.
Lisa, I think the bid prices are all in the normal bid range. The 5050 and 5500 are based on the same window frame. The 5500 has several nice upgrades that make the window a stronger version of the 5050.
I am replacing eleven vinyl windows, but don't need super high end windows. I have two quotes that I like -- one from a Simonton dealer for $5.2K on the 5050, although he says that with the upgrades he's adding it is equivalent to the 5500.
Hi guys, we have two quotes and I'd love to get one or both of your takes on which is the better deal. Thanks so much!
I have two quotes on replacement windows. The first is the Restoration by Sunrise. 6 windows sized 35" x 59". Withith installation, thecost is $8320. The other is the Prism Bronze by Simonton. The 6 windows with grids would be $2974.
Sharon, the bid on the Restorations is in a whole differernt price category. Yes, it's a better window, but that is a crazy jump in price. I would see what they would charge to go from a Prism Bronze to a Prism Platinum. If you could get this for $4K, that would be the much better deal. Yes the Restorations is very good, but not 3x as good.
The 5300 series is the mid range Reflections series that offers a stronger frame and features than the Asure model. It is the same window as the Simonton Prism Ultra Gold.
In general, the Simonton 5300 series is a nice looking unit that comes standard with an Intercept spacer and ProSolar low-e glass. It is available as a double hung, slider, single double casement, and as a fixed frame window. Comparable to Harvey Classic windows prices.
-- Estimated Simonton Reflections 5300 Price: $600 to $750 installed --
I have two bids for 8 replacement windows in the St. Louis area. One is for the Soft-Lite Pro Series for $4600 and the other is on either the Simonton 5300 ($2800) or the Simonton 5500 series ($3700).
I have replacement bids from a Simonton dealer on their 5300 Reflections series for $9500. Then I have one for $7500 on the Alside Mezzo. Both bids are for 20 windows and it is only for the windows, but not for installation.
I need to replace 13 windows and I'm deciding between the PGT 5400 and the Simonton Reflections 5300 series. Both bids are around the $10K mark.
LennyI would put these windows on par with one another. Both very decent vinyl window options. If it were me, I would shift from comparing the windows to comparing the companies doing the install. Choose the one with the best reviews, track record and the one that generally gives you the best piece of mind.
I have been reading your site and need a little advice. I have a bid on the Soft-Lite Pro or Elements and the Simonton 5300 or 5500 models for 8 double hungs. (I live in St. Louis btw).
Len, the two bids are both very reasonable. If you can swing it, go with the Soft-Lite Elements in triple pane, basically unbeatable performance numbers and quality. The Simonton 5500 in triple pane at $4100 is very good as well. Honestly, all of these bids are good for what your'e getting.
We ordered 2 Simonton Prism Gold windows, which measure 92" x 70" and the other is 59" x 42". They both use tempered glass and the price is$5046.00.
Juan, that bid is very pricey in my opinion. You should probably be able to get these windows for no more than $1000 each, which would include quite a bit of installation work.
We have bids on the Simonton 5300 series for 12 windows. The bid was through Home Depot and came out to $5000. The other bid was a local company on the Great Lakes Lifestyles series. This bid was considerably more at $7500.
Laura, the Simonton 5300 and Great Lakes Lifestyles are pretty comparable windows. I'd take a serious look at the Simonton bid, but I'd be wary about HD installation. They don't pay their subcontractors a very good rate and the results can be less than favorable for the consumer. I would make sure that whoever is doing the install has a very solid track record of success.
The Simonton 5500 is the "premium" Reflections series, identical to the Simonton Prism Platinum window. The 5500 is a step up from the 5300 series with a shadow-grooved sash welds, better sill, and slightly sturdier frame. The window comes standard with a Super Spacer and Super 366 glass. It is also a better looking window over the 5300.
-- Estimated Simonton Reflections 5500 Price: $650 to $800 installed --
I'm outside of Atlanta and need to replace 13 double hungs. Here are my three bids.
Dane, I have 2 bids on 34 windows.
I think the Simonton is my pick here based on the window quality and the price.
Hi, appreciate the recommendations. Looks like Sunrise was bought out by MI Windows and Doors, not sure if they have an equivalent model. From the quotes I presently have, curious to know your thoughts are, as none of them happen to be on your recommended list.
Kevin, I like the number 3 deal. The Simonton Reflection 5500 Series is a good window. I obviously like the price since it is the lowest of the three. I think you are getting the best window at the lowest price so that's kind of a no brainer for me.
iHi i was looking for some guidance. Need 12 dh, I casement window with dh on each side and I 6 ft sliding glass door. Got a few estimates and waiting on a provia to come back. Thanx in advance
John, the Okna 500 dx $14,350 dealer been around 26 years — that’s the best window/price of the four listed below. Definitely worth the extra $1K over the Simonton 5500. It’s actually a pretty good price given the casement and sliding glass door. That’s what I would go with!
We have 14 windows and 2 sliders that have to be replaced. 4 of the windows are eyebrow shaped, and 10 are single hungs.
I’m replacing 44 original windows (mostly double hung) and includes 5 basement windows. Price for Simonton 5500 with installation (35,700 total windows 21000 labor 14700) Anderson was 3 times this. Are there are windows I should look for. Expect to be in home 10+ years. Live in Northeast. thanks
David, I would consider the Simonton 5500 series bid a good first start. Here are some other options for you to consider.
Hi Dane, I got a estimate simton 5500 reflections for $9600 and one for okna for $10200 13 double hung and 1 picture window, 10 are all the same 3 are bathrooms windows and the picture, okna said they will put 3 sliders for the picture window tho … what’s your thoughts on this?
While these are both solid windows, the Okna is the much better brand over the Simonton (although you didn’t specify which Okna series). The $600 upgrade cost to go from the Simonton 5500 series to the Okna 500 for example, is well worth the cost. I would advise focusing on the Okna option over the Simonton.
Dane, thank you for all of the information you have sent my way. I consider your advice invaluable. I have 14 windows to replace, and here are my three estimates:
Michael, those price differences are crazy. Value wise, it's nearly impossible not to list the Simonton 5500 as the clear winner. This is a good window (not a great window, but a proven performer) that will serve you well given professional and thorough installation Assuming the installation company is a solid out fit, that's the direction I would go.
Hi Dane, I found your website while I was researching replacement windows and I found it quite helpful. My project is to replace 5 double hungs and 1 slider.
Lauren, I'm definitely on board with company #1. I think both prices are generally fair given todays prices and quotes. I also think that spending an additional $700 for the 600 series is worth it -- this assuming that you are staying in your home long term. If not, I might be tempted to save the $700...the Okna 600 is an excellent window!
Hi Dane, I'm looking to have windows replaced... originals are from 1966. I've received estimates from 3 companies for the windows/installation and am having a hard time deciding what the best option is. Two of the three installers have great reviews and the third is a local contractor that was suggested by a friend. So from an installer quality perspective I think they're all somewhat equal. The OKNA installer does offer a lifetime warranty for the installation and the other are 10 yr warranties. They all have lifetime warranties for the windows.
Meghan, wow what a great list of windows/products and it sounds like the installers are excellent. If you are only going to be in your home another 10 years, I might go with the Simonton 5500 Reflections at $10.8K. A very solid window at an excellent price given what many bids are coming in at these days.
I got a quote on the Simonton 5500. It came in at $10,300 for 7 windows. Seems expensive, but what do I know.
Dane, well, I have few bids that I thought I'd share. It's on for 38 windows and 2 patio doors.
Hello I have Pella 350 bay window (top rated consumer reports) in a kitchen and want to match with a quality window.
Peter, in my opinion, the Simonton 5500 Platinum is the better window over the Pella 350 series. The $6600 is a very fair price, while the $8400 is more in line with a top tier vinyl window (which the Pella 350 window is not).
Hi Dane, I got quote for wincore 7700 at $250. Simonton 5500 reflections at $305.
Srini, I would give the nod to the Simonton Reflections 5500 over the Wincore 7700 series. Not by much though. For me, this would come down to which company do I feel will do the better job, satisfy any warranty claims that may come up, has better reviews, has the better reputation. Quality installation is more important than the subtle difference in quality of the windows.
Dane attached is a bid I received for 3 windows. My question is can you tell if these are the 5500 Simentons? I believe the quote for the two services are backwards. Does $2,780 seem reasonable for three sliders.
Chris, $2780 is just too much to pay for the Simonton 5500 series.
Hello, I have 25 windows that will be replaced by 23 double hungs and 2 picture windows. Here are the bids we've received.
I am replacing 9 windows on the front of my house. 34"x60", 2 tone (tan outside white inside), 4 x 4 grids, brick front. Here are my quotes installed. All installers are good.
Peter, my list would be have the Simonton Reflections 5500 for $6.2K at the top, followed closely by the Alside Mezzo series for $5.4K. I think the 5500 series is the superior window to the Mezzo and worth the extra $800. The Okna 500 is the best window of the bunch, but WAY overpriced...
Hey guys, I had a few estimates from several local companies and was curious to get your read on the bids. There are 28 windows in all and the prices include installation. Thanks a ton!
Wayne, to be honest, your bids all look good. The price per window you are getting on all of these bids is excellent. You could go any direction and you'd be getting a good deal. If I were staying in the house long term, I'd go with the Soft Lite Imperial LS Series. The Simonton 5500 Reflections Series would be my pick over the Harvey Classic. If you were flipping the house or leaving in under 8 years, I might be tempted to go with the Gentek Signatue Elite 3000 Series.
I have two bids for 11 windows that I'm trying to compare. The first is the Earthwise Insulator 700i and the second is for the Simonton 5000, The bids are $6700 and $6800, respectively.
Michele, I think I'd go with the Simonton 5000 over the Earthwise Insulator. I feel more comfortable recommend
We need to replace 12 casements and have three good bids (I think).
John, the best deal would be the Potomac, then the Simonton. I would skip the Reliabilt unless you are looking to be out of there relatively soon.
We have 16 windows that need to be install in our remodel and I don't know which is the better deal.
Ryan, the better window is the Sunrise, but obviously its more expensive. Both are good windows. The question I'd ask myself would be is it worth $1280 more for the Sunrise. Tough to say actually. Maybe look at the installation companies as the deciding factor.
We're replacing twenty windows. Thus far, here are our bids and the manufacturers
Cindy, your less expensive price quotes are the ones I would seriously consider. The Essentials window is the least desirable bid. You could go with the Soft-Lite, but the Reflections 5500 bid is probably the best value of the group.
I need to replace 21 windows with grids an with aluminum capping on the exterior of my windows. So far, we have gotten 3/4 bids, all from reputable companies in the area.
I have a quote for 20 windows and have bids from Silverline, Simonton and PGT. Here they are:
The Silverline windows are junk, I'd throw out that bid. The Simonton 5500 and PGT 5400 are close in quality, but I think I'd give the edge to the Simonton.
I have two quotes, both from A-rated window contractors. This is on nine windows with installation.
Susie, both bids are quite good, but the Okna is the better of the two, definitely worth an extra $100.
I’m making a decision on a home window project and need your opinion. I live just outside of Orlando and the following bids are on 15 windows:
Meredith, the best bids are the Simonton 5500 and PGT 5400. I'd bet both dealers will go lower on their price. Check out this article:
We have 40 windows and a number of bids to consider. The windows are mostly standard sized, but a few of them are larger.
Chris, the ProVia Aspect would be my first choice, followed by the Simonton 5500. I would pass on the MI bid personally.
I have a quote for 13 windows, as well as 2 slider doors.
Rabe, the the Sunrise window is better than the Simonton 5500 window. However, the Simonton Profinishp door is better than the Atrium door. I might stick with the lower bid though if you feel like the installer will do a good job. The 5500 window is a solid model.
Hi Dane, I’ve read lots of your site reviews and wanted to get your take. I have 20 windows that I want replaced with double hungs and colonial grids.
Greg, the Vytex Fortis is the best window of the lot -- U value .26, SHGC .29, VT .53, AI .05. After that, I'd say the Simonton 5500 model. I would toss the Pella 350 model, they make a very good wood window, but their vinyl windows are overpriced.
Hi, I have a project that requires 11 replacement windows, all double hungs in white. We live in Raleigh North Carolina.
Brandon, the Simonton 5500 bid looks pretty solid to me. Depends on the reputation of the dealer doing the work though. If he has a good track record, this would be my first choice. If you are fine with the extra $1900, Sunrise is a great brand, better than Simonton. That's a big price difference though. If you can swing it financially, then I'd say go Sunrise over the Simonton.
I'm in Maryland and our contractor said our windows are leaking lots of air. We have 19 in total. He wants to replace them with the Wincore 5400 series at a cost of 10K. He also suggested Simonton 5500, which would cost 14K. The Simonton 5500 series is quite good, but probably not $4K more. The Wincore 5400 series decent, but if you are going to go with the Wincer I'd suggest bumping up to the 7700 series. See if he can price these out. The Wincer 7700 and Simonton 5500 series are on par with one another and either one would serve you well -- assuming your contractor knows how to put in a window :)
Is $4325 reasonable for the Simonton 5500 series. I have 4 windows that measure 83 x 58, 71 x 58, 71 x 47, and 83 x 47.
Jon, the bid seems high unless you have some real installation work that needs to be done. I'd definitely recommend getting some additional bids to test out whether this bid is fair market or just too high.
We have a quote on the Ply Gem Pro with a bronze exterior, Low-e glass, screens, and argon gas. The price includes installation, haul away, clean up and aluminum wrapping. We have a quote from a Simonton dealer on the 5500 that is roughly $1000 more than the Ply Gem Pro.
Tracy, the Simonton 5500 is the better window than the Ply Gem Pro in my opinion. Stronger frame, better components and features. I would pay the extra $1000 if this were my project. This is contingent on the fact that the Simonton dealer has a good solid reputation in the area and has a solid track record to point to.
Getting pricing on windows is incredibly difficult. We have 14 double hungs and 1 picture window that need to be swapped out. My house is from the 1950s and we still have the original windows. So far, we have a quote from home depot, but I already chucked hat out because I know they don't do their own installations. I have another quote on the Simonton 5500 for $8,500.00.
Carl, the Simonton and Grandview windows are both pretty darn good, I think I'd put the Grandview above the 5500, but not by a lot.
I recently had a bid from a Simonton dealer, as well as a Champion and Don Young bid.The Simonton dealer told us the Impressions 9800 window wasn’t a very good window for North Texas. Instead he recommended the Simonton Reflections 5500, which is considerably less expensive than the Champion quote.
Jodie, I've never heard anyone say the Impressions 9800 was not right for the Texas climate, but I also don't live in Texas so I'd probably listen to his advise. Champion makes a good window and I might pay the extra $1000 for that window. However, if the Simonton dealer seems to know his stuff and you feel comfortable using his services, then I think that's a good choice. Nice window.
Hi, my contractor is installing 23 Simonton premium Reflections windows. His price was $13,000. I did get a Home Depot bid for the Vantage Point 6100. That was $14,800.
Steve, the Simonton Reflections 5500 is the superior option over the VantagePointe.
We have a bid on nine Simonton Prism Platinum windows for $3400. A Sunrise salesperson quoted us out on Sunrise Single Hung window at more than double the price, $6086. Would love to hear which bid you think is better.
Dave, Sunrise makes a very good window, but it's not worth 2x the Simonton Prism Platinum. The Simonton is a well made vinyl window that will hold up well over time with good installation.
What is a fair price for a project involving replacement of 18 windows. I am considering the Prism Platinum/Reflections 5500.
Ana, there are lots of factors that can drive prices up or down on any project so giving you a concrete cost bid is outside of my purview. In general, I'd say the Simonton 5500 series runs $400 to $600 per window. That might put your project in the $7200 - $10,800 range.
I have three quotes and would love to get your opinion. We have 40 windows that need replacing, most of them casements.
Jan, the Andersen 100 series is a decent window, but it's worth what they quoted it out at. Sometimes, but not always, Andersen is quoted high because of the name itself.
I have a quotes on 21 windows txt include colonial grids and exterior aluminum capping. I was curious which one you thought was the best option. These are per window prices.
John, you have four excellent bids here. The HiMarks are the best and most expensive, but the Reflection 5500s are also quite good and obviously less expensive. I think you just need to figure out your price point and go from there. Personally, I'd go with the HiMark800 if at all possible.
I have a quote on 10 Reflections 5500 series, including installation. Thumbs up on cost, which are per window.
Karen, that's a good bid for the 5500. I'd try to see if this is the dealers flooring, but you have a good quote.
The Asure was introduced in the Spring of 2012. It is essentially a redesigned Simonton 5050 series. The frame profile is thinner than the other Reflections series windows, with 1" of glass added to each side. The sash remains the same, although the frame has a cleaner look to it.
-- Estimated Simonton Asure Price: $500 to $650 installed --
We live in NW Georgia. I've received proposals from two firms to replace fifteen 1989-era double-hung wooden windows.
John, no problem, here is my list of good and great windows. I would rank the Vinyl Kraft 5500 Series bid above the Simonton Asure in your search so far.
We are replacing 14 soldiers and double hungs and are in the process of collecting bids for the project. We have a number of bids so far.
Mary, this is the easiest answer I've ever had! The Sunrise Vanguard is the best window of the bunch and its the cheapest!
My wife and I are replacing 13 windows. We have to enlarge five of the openings in the walls. Our contractor suggested Simonton Asure -- the project bid is $10,000.
Steven, that's a pricey per window price. I'd get more bids to see what else is out there.
Tim, I have read many of your reviews and I appreciate all of your insights. My wife and I are replacing 34 windows in our house here in Marietta, GA. We have had quotes on the Sunrise Restorations and the Simonton Assure.
Mandy, the Sunrise Restoration is a much better window than the Simonton Asure. Then again $8000 is a lot of money. The Restoration is one of the very best vinyl/fiberglass windows on the market, while the Asure is an entry level window. It's a tough comparison because they are so vastly different.
The VantagePointe 6000 is made and marketed exclusively through Home Depot. The Simonton 6000 series window is a solid choice, on par with their Reflections 5500 series in my opinion. While I wouldn't put the window in my "great" list, it definitely has a place in my "good" list.
-- Estimated Simonton VantagePointe Price: $600 to $750 installed --
These are my project details and price quotes
Fadi, based on the price grouping, which I must say is VERY close, my pick would be the Zen Nirvana (this is assuming that your Zen branch sells either the Soft-Lite or the ProVia brand and not the Alside brand — Zen has been moving to ProVia, which is an excellent brand) — this also assumes that your Zen branch gets good to great reviews.
Hi Dane, I would love to hear your thoughts or reviews for a whole house project to replace windows. I recently moved into a townhouse in Newtown PA that has 30 year old original wood windows and a number of them have gaps on the sides that leak a lot of air.
Prashant, my advise is to collect a couple more bids -- the Simonton sounds feasible, but I'm not sure that I'd go with this brand if you are staying in your place long term. I think you should probably go a step above this in terms of quality and energy efficiency -- not to say that the 6500 isn't a good window -- I'd just be interested in seeing if you could get a better window for something in that same price range.
My local Home Depot only installs the Simonton 6100 series but I don't see anything here about that model. He quoted me $11,500 for 15 windows installed.
The Simonton 6000 series is a very solid window —- comparable to the Reflections 5500 series. That is a decent price for that window. HD has been expensive with their bids lately so you might want to get a bid from a local company just to see how that compares.
We have 26 double hungs and a large picture window to replace. These are the bids we have so far:
This is my forever home and I'm looking to get replacement vinyl windows. I need 7 Double Hungs, 9 Picture Windows, 2 Half Round Windows, 3 Eyebrow Windows and 1 Sliding Patio Door.
I have 3 quotes on 11 windows and 1 patio door.
Here are clips from the quote. Would like your idea of what is a good price for 19 windows in Alfred Me.
John, there are 20 factors that go into pricing so I’m not sure I can give you an exact price. $800 per window would be the max I’d pay.
John, paying over $1K per window for the Simonton 6000 series is excessive from my point of view. I would continue to collect bids to see what’s out there.
Hello, I came across this website www.replacementwindowsprices.com and I saw this email address where it was said that unbiased reviews would be given for quotes. Can you please see below and let me know what you think?
Kesav, assuming the local installer has a good to great reputation, this is the bid I would go with. The HD and Lowes installation teams can be spotty and I think it makes more sense to go with a reputable installer who has a long track record installing these particular windows. Not the cheapest bid I must say.
Hello, thank you very much for taking your time. I got a quote on the following 3 windows installed for $5295.00
Hi Dane,
So 15 Okna 600 windows for $16800 is a bit more than I'd like to see but about what I'd expect to see.
Hi Dane, I got a quote from Home Depot in the Chicago area for 15 double hung vinyl windows and 2 picture windows. They are white Simonton 6100. Price was $12,700.00. I had a Simonton 5500 installed in a bathroom remodel and like that model. I heard that the 6100 and 6500 series are comparable to the 5500. Do you know if that's true and what do you think of the price quote? I'm trying to get Pella(Lowes) out for a quote on the 250 and 350 series vinyl next.
Bryan, I would say that the 6100 and 6500 are close to the 5500 series, but maybe a step below. Very close though. I would want at least one more price quote in addition to the HD and Pella quotes. Kensington, Okna, Hi-Mark, Sunrise, Vinylmax, Gilkey, and Wincore all come to mind as having company/reps in the Chicago area.
In addition, here is my list of good and great windows:
Hi Dane, thank you for the response and information you have provided. I have been getting couple of quotes on from Home Depot installer and second one from an independent window vendor in Houston. I have attached them for your review and I appreciate your feedback and any suggestions.
Neither of those bids seems particularly inexpensive. I think I'd keep searching myself... Check out my recommendations for Houston where there are two aluminum options for you to consider.
We are replacing 13 double hungs and 4 casements here in Missouri.
Dane, I am in the process of replacing 23 windows, full frame. In my current windows configuration, I think I have two windows with tempered glass, not sure the house was built in 1996. I don't know if tempered glass was required within 24"of a door back then. Anyway, I changed the configuration of some of windows, requiring 12 windows to have tempered . I am getting a range of $150 to $500 for each window required to be tempered. What is the deal with this?
I've got a quote for six double hungs.
Good afternoon, have quotes from 3 local contractors. Simonton is slightly more expensive. This would be for 10 windows I would like to replace. Simonton 6500 or Hayfield 801??
What would you choose? I've also received a Sunrise Classic windows quote:
Omer, all those quote are expensive in my book, depending on how much work there is to do on the existing frames. I would probably rank them as Sunrise, Hayfield, and then the Simonton. I would also take a close look at the reviews and reputation of the contractor doing the work. This would be a big factor for me.
Hi Tim, we have received three quotes on Vinyl replacement Windows. 11 Double Hung/Double Pane and 1 patio sliding door.
Rick, I'd go with the Wincore bid myself. These products are pretty much the same. Wincore was started by ex Simonton employees/managers. The patio slider is the same. Saves you $3K for a similar quality product and it sounds like the installation company is well rated.
I am curious about your evaluation of this window series. I have a quote from Home Depot, $14K for the following,
Mary, the 6200 series is a good vinyl window. Not a top tier window, but a good quality window. I think paying $1000 per window is way too much for this window (if your job requires full frame installation then I'd put the fair price tag as roughly $800 per window fully installed.) If this were my project I would go seek out additional window bids to compare this with. I'll send you my list of good and great windows. [List Redacted -- contact us directly for our good and great windows list]
Hi, I am looking at replacing my current 30 year old, original builder grade windows in our home in North Atlanta suburbs. Best quote I have so far is for Slocomb 143 by a local dealer/installer, "America's Best Choice - ABC" (https://www.abcwinatlanta.com) who seem to be reasonably solid installer, at least per Google reviews. The quote is approx $7100 for 15 windows in a "full service" manner where they will also take down and put back the blinds on current windows etc. The NFRC sticker on the 143 has 0.27 U, 0.21 SHGC, 0.5 VT, <= 0.3 Air Leakage, comparable to the numbers of Slocomb 144 on your site.
Vijay, I think in general Slocomb makes a decent, but not great, window. These are the energy efficiency numbers I have for the Slocomb 143 .34 U-value, .21 SHGC, .14 Air Infiltration. If the air infiltration is correct at .14, than this is a mediocre window to be sure. You should be searching for a window with a sub .10 air infiltration or AI.
We have 14 windows, all double hung and all with grids. Thought I'd share my pricing.
I’m replacing 10 double hung and 2 casement windows. I have an estimate from Home Depot and an estimate from a local contractor. Home Depot uses Simonton 6100 at a cost of $6,300. The contractor uses Wincore 5400 at a cost of $7,200. I’d like to know if the windows are comparable and what you would recommend. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Ernesta, these two windows are on par with one another in my opinion. I couldn’t say one is better than the other. Therefore I would go with the Simonton 6100 at the reduced price point. Make sure you tell HD that you want their best installation crew and that you are really picky about the work. The squeaky wheel gets the grease!
Hi there, we have 3 quotes on eleven 11 double hungs and a patio sliding door.
My name is Tom.....we are replacing our windows and after having a mtg with Home Depot we are interested in the 6500 Series casements. I realize they are the FORD of replacement windows. We live in Ohio to give you an idea if the climate. We currently have vinyl American Craftsman windows that are pushing 20 years and are very uncomfortable
Tom, I don’t think you have to run away from Simonton. They are a very solid brand. I would certainly get some bids though to see if you can get a better window at a comparable price. I am also a bit reticent about recommending their installation teams, they see, to be pretty hit or miss.
Hi Dane, I have been reading your feedback on the forum with a lot of interest. I appreciate yours' and Tim's insights to everyone. I have 13 windows and 1 patio door. I have attached the file with details. I have received quotes from:
Tej, glad you are getting some good info on the site. So, for me, the best deal is the Anlin Del Mar quote. Worth the extra $2K over the Simonton 6200 and 5000 (I’m assuming the 5050, but doesn’t matter the series, the Del Mar is better).
Hi Dane, thank you so much for taking the time to reply. I thought so too, and on my earlier response to Home Depot as not the best quality, they have now has offered the Simonton 6500, which I believe is their top of the line, for total cost of $13,482. This now is in the same range as Anlin Delmar price quote. I am presuming your opinion is going to be the same.
Dane, was wondering what effect replacing glass block windows instead of normal windows should have on the pricing. Had HD quote replacing 4 3' x 2' basement windows with Simonton 6100 Awning windows. I've since decided to replace 6 windows. Their estimate was $600/ window replacing the glass block windows with the Simontons.
JCP, removing glass block can be more time consuming than replacing a vinyl window for instance. This will certainly affect pricing. The $600 per window from Simonton doesn't sound out of line. I will say that lately the bids coming out of HD have not been as inexpensive as in the past. Some of the HD subs are good, others are not. That's my problem with Home Depot.
Hi, nice site! So I'm looking at replacing 2 windows, one straight and one bow, with 2 bay windows. For now the serious contenders are:
Larry, by far the best window of the three is the Soft-Lite Elements. If you are staying in your home long term, I would strongly encourage that one. The Alside option from Zen is the worst of the three. The Simonton 6500 is a solid mid range window and probably the one I would go with if I plant to be in the house for 15 years or less.
I have two quotes for ten windows replacement.
Hi, we are doing 13 windows, all double hung and large, 9 are 76 inches by 36 inches. I have a bid for the Simonton Vantage Pointe 6500 windows for $17,000. Another company gave us a bid for the Simonton Reflection 5500 at $13,500. Finally, a bid for Soft-Light Imperial LS at $9,950.
Mike the Soft-Lite quote is the best option of those bids.
I live in Flagstaff, Arizona - elevation 7,000 ft - 4 seasons. I have received replacement window quotes for 12 windows and installation from Home Depot as follows:
Cindy, the Milgard Styleline is an entry level window and probably not the window I would go with — I think you could consider their upgraded Tuscany model or even their newer Trinsic model. Both of these Milgard models are decent windows.
We have to replace 12 standard-sized double hungs. Looking to get half screens, two tone, no grids and a window with some nice energy efficiency. We have two quotes; one from Window World 4000 for $6700 and one from Home Depot for $10700 using the 6500 series.
My nineteen windows in my home need replacing ASAP. I have gotten bids and this is what I have. The windows are generally pretty big and there is some work required on the sills.
Delroy, the Alside Mezzo is the clear winner. I have no idea why the Simonton bids are so high.
We're replacing 14 windows and have two bids to consider.
Ford, I'm not a big fan of the Pella 250 series, but that's about the max of what I'd consider paying for the number of windows you have. The 6100 series is a better window for sure, but that just seems like a lot to pay for that series.
Home Depot gave me a bid of $13.8K for 22 windows using their 6200 Series. All 22 windows are either single hung or sliders and some are pretty large. We are going to sell the home in two years so I don't want to spend a fortune.
Hey I'm replacing 12 windows from hail damage. I have two bids.
Dane, we have a bid on the Coastal Simonton 6100 series. Bid price is $12,680 for the following 15 windows.
Meredith, I'd collect a few more bids just to be on the safe side. You might want to consider:
Good morning, I have 18 double hungs that need to be revamped and updated. So far, I have 2 bids.
Justin, the idea of paying $1000 per window for the Pella 250 series is crazy. It's not a high quality vinyl window in my opinion and certainly not worth $1K per window.
We have a to be 18 windows that need replaced. I took your advise and got a whole host of bids so I was hoping you would take a look and let me know what you think. Each of the bids below includes $65 per window for lead safe installation.
Gerard, congrats on getting all of the bids, that is a great way to get the lowest price. There are two bids that stand out to me; the Vytex Potomac and Soft-Lite Pro bids. The Potomac hp is the best window of the bunch and one of your lowest bids. This is what I would go with, assuming the installer has a good reputation and reviews.
I have a bid on 18 Simonton 6100 series for $10,645 (this includes a 15% discount). This includes installation and the cost of wrapping the exterior wood trim.
We just received a bid on 13 Home Depot Vantage point 6100 windows. The cost quote was $9999.
I have a bid for 5 sliders, 3 double-hungs, and 1 patio door using the Simonton 6500. The project quote was $10,700. Another dealer gave us a Sunrise window price quote of $9000. I was curious what your opinion was on these two windows.
Carl, the Sunrise window is the better made window over the Simonton 6500 series. Go with the better window at the lower price!
I have 13 windows to replace and I'm waffling b/n the Milgard Styleline and the Simonton 6200. These are for two lite horizontal sliders. The Simonton quote is $3k higher than the Milgard.
Mia, the Simonton 6200 is the better of the two windows but not $230 per window. Not even close. See if you can upgrade from the Styleline to the Tuscany for the same price. Tell the dealer if he's willing to do this, you'll sign today!
Hi Dane, I have 3 bids for 9 windows and a single sliding patio door.
Larry, the Soft-Lite Imperial LS is the best deal by far. It's a slightly better window than the Polaris UltraWeld -- how much can the interior wood work cost?
Hello, we've received a Home Depot quote for 1 patio sliding door and 23 6100 windows. The bid was $18,559, but with a 15% discount they are running it would lower the total to $15,775.
Olga, there are a number of 6100 series. There is the VantagePointe from Simonton, there is an Atrium 6100 and a Ply Gem 6100 single hung.
I have a ranch home, standard installation, single hungs, and no issues (that's what all the quoters have told me). Wood has never been an option, but good to know. HD was here yesterday and gave a bid of $14950 installed using the 6100 Vantage Point - he said that was the middle of good, better, best vinyl window. Never heard of it, but he said that's what they've been selling. Did talk with some installers (who happen to also install of HD). They said they'd install for $100 a window - we're just waiting for a bid on the window costs. They called from my inquiry from Home Advisors.
Sue, the Simonton VantagePointe is just okay, not the window I would honestly keep looking...start calling the Lowes, Home Depot, Dixieline in your area and start getting pricing on the windows only. Ask each guy what the best vinyl window they carry is and get the price.
Hi Dane, we live in Houston and need to replace 9 windows. One is from Lowes on the Pellas 250 series and other is from Home Depot on the Simonton Vantage window. The Pella quote was $4700 fully installed, while the Simonton quote was $11,300 fully installed.
These are such big huge price differences that I'm a little confused. Should I even consider th Simonton quote since it's so high? I did get a quote from Renewal By Andersen which was $3K more than the Simonton.
Darrel, Simonton makes a nice window, but that bid sounds super high to me. Simonton windows should never be anywhere close to Renewal bids, not because Renewal is that much better, but they charge outrageous prices. It sounds like Simonton does too in this case.
There are times when custom sized windows can really drive up prices and perhaps this is what happened here.
Hi, I used your advise and collected four estimates for my window project in Green Bay Wisconsin. I received the quotes, but now I need help sorting through all of them.
Randy, the Simonton 6500 VantagePointe is an okay option, but I think you need a better vinyl window than this to handle the winter weather you guys get in Wisconsin.
Your web site has been a great help so far. I have a 20 year old home and need to swap out 14 windows. The sashes on many of my existing windows have fogged out. I have 5 bids to choose from.
Andy, your estimates are all over the board. I'll try to go through each one.
We need to replace a patio door and 6 windows and live in the greater Chicago area. The bids we've received are not cheap. One bid is on the Soft-lite Imperial LS at $923 each. The next is the Simonton Advantagepoint 6500 at $1250 each, including laminate glass.
Jackie, the Soft-Lite Imperial LS is a much better window than the Simonton. I don't see how Simonton is charging $1250 per window, that's highway robbery. The Imperial LS is the winner by mile, a truly excellent window.
I received a bid from Home Depot for $7800 on the Simonton 6100 series. This was for one slider, 10 double hungs, and a 3-lite slider.
Kelly, with 12 windows and one three lite slider, the $7800 bid is not outrageous and comes to $650 per window with installation. Our window costs are estimates only and shouldn't be taken as gospel. Truthfully, most window bid are priced by the lineal foot so size makes a huge difference. We can't put that into a price calculator because would be too complicated.
I got 3 quotes to replace a kitchen slider, a bay window, a bathroom slider and a door wall.
Ryan, I would toss the Pella quote, the 250 model is not a great window.
I have a bid from the Home Depot on 15 Vantage Point 6500 series windows. It looks like there are lots of color options to choose from. I really like a dark oak interior and a prairie style grid. I want to make sure that the faux wood would look okay though.
Hi Kathleen, I don't like the whole rushing thing, not when it comes to your home and making a decision that you will be sticking with for the next 20 years (hopefully). I think you need to get some more estimates. Home Depot will always be there and I would guess that their "sale" will happen next month and the month after that. I was under the impression that the VantagePointe was available in a number of colors, but perhaps not in your neck of the woods?
-- Estimated Simonton Madeira Price: $600 to $700 installed --
We're gathering quotes for 16 windows (a mix of single and double hungs, as well as 2 and 3-lite sliders)
Hi Dane, thanks for your opinion, I appreciate you taking the time to answer my queries . I need your opinion about one more thing. How do Simonton Daylight Max (WIndows) and Madeira (Doors) v/s Anlin Del Mar and Malibu (doors) compare against each other, especially their warranty? For Simonton Daylight + Madeira I got an all inclusive quote of $10,300. Thanks.
Tushar, the Anlin Del Mar (windows ) and Malibu (doors) is the superior option to the Simonton Daylight Max (WIndows) and Madeira (Doors). I would put a 20% premium on the Anlin as the over under for the price.
I had two bids with a few hundred dollars One was Simonton Madeira and the other was Champion 365 comfort. What do you think the better window is?
My choice would be the Champion 365 comfort. Both good windows, but the Champion is in my estimation the better of the two. I think I would consider the installation company the bigger factor than the windows though.
We are in Washington state and need 25 new construction windows with some work and wood replacement in the frames and sills. We have been collecting quotes and here is what we have.
Dane, you have helped so much in my decision on windows. I'm in Northern Utah and just had a Madeira quote on three double hungs and ten horizontal sliders. All the windows are triple pane due to our very cold climate and the total installed cost was $7800.
Mark, I think this is a tough call. If you like the Simonton dealer and think he will do a good job on the install, this might be my call. I like the triple pane option in your area and like the lower overall price tag, along with the better rebate. The Milgard Tuscany is a good window, but so is the Madeira.
The Daylight Max, 7300 series, is sold exclusively through Home Depot. The 7300 Daylight Max uses less frame and allows for more viewing area. The window comes standard with ProSolar low-e glass, argon fills, double-strength glass, and can be ordered in a number of colors and hardware options.
-- Estimated Simonton Daylight Max Price: $500 to $650 installed --
Hi Dane, here are my bids on five windows and one patio glass door. All three of these bids are with well reputed companies if that helps.
Ger, I definitely like the Anlin Catalina bid, that is the best option. The Daylight Max is the next best option in my opinion. Those two are solid, the rest of them strike me as too expensive.
Hi, I'm here in Las Vegas and plan to renovate my home come September. We have 9 windows in total to replace with retrofit windows.
Hi, we are looking at several options for replacing our windows. We live about 1hr north of SF, in Benicia CA and will be replacing 28 windows no doors our house is about 28yrs old. Here are the quotes we have received:
Hi Cindy, the Anlin Catalina quote for $16,025 would be my strong goto. The Catalina is on par with the other two selections -- perhaps a bit better to be honest. Assuming the installer has a good reputation, this is what I would personally choose.
We live near Bend, Oregon and are trying to decide between two price quotes on 6 vinyl windows.
Hello Dane, I am looking to replace 11 windows and a patio sliding door in my house and I received a quote from a local (yelp recommended) person for $9700.
Syed, I definitely think you should get a few more bids before going forward. The Simonton Daylight Max is a decent window, but the bid price is rather high. I’m not saying it’s unfair, but a couple more bids will bring into focus whether your current bid is overpriced. I'll send you my lists for solid windows to look for.
I live in Orange County, CA and am looking to replace 25 windows and one sliding glass door. Here are the quotes I have received.
I'm in Fontana California and its windy and dusty. 22 windows along with a patio slider. So far here are the quotes I have.
Sal, the Simonton Daylight Max is well priced here. Either this or the Anlin Catalina would probably be my picks.
Hi, I stumbled across your site and it has been helpful in the window replacement process. I'm in the desert southwest and looking to replace all of the windows on my property. The dimensions are as follows:
Ka, with projects like this where you have geometric shaped windows and lots of doors, I would expect to see a pretty big difference in price...but the difference between the Daylight Max and the Del Mar is MASSIVE. So big that it's tough to get away from. The Daylight Max isn't the best window out there, but it's a pretty good window, especially at that price. I might see what the Simonton dealer would charge you to upgrade the windows and doors to say a better glass package to improve the energy efficiency a bit.
Hi Tim, we live in the Central Valley in NorCal, where summer and fall temps are scorching, and the rest of the months are pretty warm. Not much moisture these days either. We need help figuring out which windows would best serve us.
Roseanne, I like the new Milgard Trinsic line. It's an upper mid range vinyl window...so the $12,272 for Milgard Trinsic would have to be topping my list. I think you might want to consider a less expensive option like the Trinsic, and then go with an upgraded glass package to handle some of that summer heat. Look for a lower SHGC glass package. (I would say the Trinsic is as good as the Simonton Daylight Max, which is bid out quite a bit more.)
Hi Tim. Thank you for all your great info. You guys should have a Patreon so we can contribute. :-) We live in Tacoma (near Seattle, WA) and are looking at these 2 choices:
Kord, I don't love what I'm hearing about the Simonton bid. The Milgard Tuscany is a decent, but not great, window. What I don't love about the Tuscany is the capture sill which drains water through the frame. This isn't ideal for heavy rain areas. In most parts of California and Arizona, no problem. Seattle gives me some pause. I struggle for recommendations in the Pacific Northwest. I'm pretty sure Anlin is not available in Washington.
Hi Dane andn Tim, we are planning on replacing our windows to retrofit windows. With much research, we came down to 3 products and I would appreciate if you can help me with the decision. We are replacing 20 windows (some are picture windows and the rest are single sliding as well as 2 have arch on top) and 1 sliding door.
Susan, the Anlin Catalina is the better deal in your two bids in my opinion. The Del Mar is the better window with a fiberglass sash and frame reinforcement and a foam filled frame. The two series use the same frame so not huge differences between these windows and not worth the price difference in a mild climate like Southern California. I think your choice to go with the Catalina is a good one.
Thank you Dane. Do you think the quote for Catalina At 21,500 is fair?
Susan, it sounds like the bid is fair based on the others. I can't tell whether a bid is fair in a vacuum so to speak so I have to rely on comparable bids to know. The only other suggestion I could think is to have a Milgard rep come out a give you a bid on the Tuscany. It's on par with the Daylight Max, but not as good as the Catalina.
Hi Tim, we live in Southern California in Agoura Hills California. We are currently needing to replace our old aluminum windows to vinyl. We have 37 windows and one door. We aren’t planning to stay here for longer than five years but I also want a quality window as we might keep the property as a rental property.
Aiyana, let's assume the Simonton Daylight Max is $16K and the Anlin Catalina is $22K. Both very good prices for 37 windows and a door. The Anlin Catalina is the better window, but the cost difference is tricky. I think the Simonton Daylight Max at $16K is the better value, especially given the fact that you are leaving in five years. If this were my project, I would be leaning towards the less expensive option, while still being able to say we put in brand new windows less than five years ago when you go to sell.
Hi Tim, we are looking for 7 replacement windows and a front door with 2 side lights and obscured glass.
We live in the desert out here in Phoenix and need to replace our windows. Our home is a stucco outside so to do a full replacement is pretty expensive. We have 14 windows in all, mostly soldiers and single hungs, as well as a patio door.
Jonah, my own opinion would be Anlin first, and then the Simonton Daylight Max if you want to go the more budget route. This makes more sense if you are not going to be in your home long term. The other question would be what is the cost from Amerimax if they do a retrofit install. Worth a call I think.
I have 19 windows and 1 patio sliding door and three estimates so far. Was wondering what you thought of them.
Sven, I'd probably go with the Anlin quote for $11K. The Catalina and Malibu series are both high quality. The Simonton Daylight Max is quite a good window series with thin frames and lots of light, but it just isn't the same quality as the Anlin. Spend the extra $1300 in my opinion.
We have 3 bids on 25 windows and 2 sliding patio doors; one is a sliding and one french. 18 of the windows are single hungs, while the rest are picture windows.
Hello, I have received awritten bid to install Simonton 7300 vinyl windows, all with LOE3/Argon gas, title 24 spacers. 2 lifetime warranty, glass & screen breakage inc. 1 patio door, 7 windows. Price is $5276
Portia, I don't think that bid is unusually high, but it isn't the cheapest I've seen either. You really need a few more bids to compare it to. The Simonton 7300 window is a middle of the road vinyl window so I'd like to see you get a few more to compare. Frame style shouldn't change cost, but it could if the model you like only comes in one frame type.
I have 4 quotes to replace three slider windows and three sliding doors. I'm in San Diego and don't feel like I need heavy duty windows, but do want to improve the overall energy efficiency of my home. One of the current windows faces south and heats up the condo in the summer. Love to get your take, thanks.
Greg, those look like fair estimates in my opinion. The splits in prices look like what I'd expect as well. I think the Simonton Daylight and Anlin Monte Verde are pretty equal in terms of quality and craftsmanship. I like all your bids actually, which is sort of not giving you much in terms of a direction to go. If this were my project, I would switch my focus from the windows to the company doing the installation. This is where you are going to see the difference.
We have four windows that we need to replace and with the Simonton daylight max 7300.
Susan, that strikes me as high for a window like the Daylight Max, not a bad window, but nowhere near the best. Here is my suggestion -- get a bid from local companies on the following brands and see how they compare -- Milgard, Anlin and Amerimax. All three will be available in the Bay Area.
We bought a home in Northern California and the windows are single pane aluminum ones from the 1960w. We are getting quotes from local and reputable installers, but are getting mired in all the quotes and little differences. Have have two large patio doors and 14 large windows. Here are the bids we've collected so far.
Daron, I'd say that the
Amerimax Craftsman Portrait tops my list. The Craftsman Portrait series is on par with the Milgard Tuscany and Anlin Del Mar. It's better than both of the Simonton series you have quotes on.
The ProFinish gets lots of attention with its inclusion in the 2016 Consumer Reports Best Replacement Windows. Here the Contractor model ranked quite well in the category for vinyl windows. The Pro Finish series comes in 3 options: The Builder, Contractor and Master. The Master is the highest grade, while the Builder is the entry level. Each of the model options comes as a new construction window.
-- Estimated Simonton ProFinish Price: $450 to $750 installed --
Hi Dane, thanks for all the reviews and advice.
Bill, the Okna 400DX is still a very good window. It's the better window over the Simonton ProFinish Contractor Series. And it's cheaper. So it's tough not to go this route for me. As to the different look, I see how this is an issue. I suppose you will have to weigh this over the quality. The 500 window is the better window over the 400, but not by a ton. The Okna 400 uses a thinner extrusion than the 500, but is is still very solid for a vinyl window. The 400 has a couple of other differences in the weatherstripping, color options, and a utility groove that doesn't exist in the 500. The 400 feels a little less substantial when held up side by side against the 500 and 800, but it's still a great window.
I live in Wisconsin and we are building a home and want white vinyl windows. I am waffling b/n the Simonton Pro Build Contractor and the Marvin integrity all ultrex fiberglass. The Simonton option will run $9,000, while the Marvin Integrity will run $21,000.
Derek, the break difference is probably what I'd expect to see between these two window series. The Pro Finish Contractor is pretty close to the Simonton Asure. I'm not sure this is what I would put in my home. The Marvin Integrity is a good window and I would say it's worth the difference in price. If you did go with the ProFinish Contractor, I would think you would want to spring for some upgrades like glass and maybe a sill reinforcement.
I received a cost quote for the Simonton 600 Series. Came out to $325 per window complete. Another bid was for the Sunrise Verde at $725 per window complete. Last one was on the Midway EnviroSealed series for $650 per window complete. Which one is the best window do you think?
Scotty, the Simonton ProFinish 600 is not a bad window and the price quote you received is very aggressive. The Sunrise and Midway Envirosealed window are definitely better, but they are more than double the price. I would see if the Simonton dealer would add in a couple of upgrades and you could pay like $375 per window.
The StormBreaker Plus is a certified impact series. Some consumers upgrade the Impressions 9800 window to make it a hurricane window, but the Stormbreaker Plus has a .90 thick interlayer glass and a reinforced sash rail. The Stormbreaker is well made and sturdy and quite a good value for an impact window.
-- Estimated StormBreaker Plus Price: $900 to $1,200 installed --
Hi looking for price 2 double hung 24x48 and one 48x48 solid pane white. Looking for ball park price without installation.
William, with today's prices, you should expect to pay $800 to $1000 for the Simonton Stormbreaker Plus window without installation. That's quite a bit more than in previous years, but that's where prices are these days.
Here is a bid from Simonton that I'd love to know your thoughts on.
Rodney, yes that is super steep, but impact windows and doors tend to be expensive. My top picks for storm windows and doors include the Sunrise Coastal Series, Soft-Lite Barcelona Impact Series, Soft-Lite Armor Impact Series, PGT WinGuard Series, Stanek UltraExtreme Series, CWS Windpact Series, and the Simonton Stormbreaker Series.
We need vinyl impact windows and are looking between two bids. The project includes 9 single hungs, 2 transom windows and 5 horizontal sliders.
I'm looking at two potential bids: Eastern Architectural and Simonton Storm Breaker 300 VL. We live in Clearwater, Florida and have 10 windows for our condo. The Simonton bid is $11,900 and the Eastern bid is $11,560.
Chuck, the Simonton Stormbreaker is a good solid impact window. I don't know enough about EAS to say one way or the other.
Price for 17 windows replaced with Simonton Storm Breaker plus. What would be a ball-park figure for such a project? These are casement windows. Thanks in advance.
Nadya, I'd say the Simonton Storm Breaker plus would run from $500 to $650 for window and normal installation on a normal/medium sized window. This is also assuming no upgrades to the windows. So anywhere from $8500 to $11,050.
Hi, I’m replacing 17 impact windows in my Florida masonry block home. I have a bid from Home Depot on their Simonton Coastal series. The bid is $24,270 and includes hurricane shutters.
That bid sounds kinda high at $1400 per window for Simonton, although the shutters make it perhaps pretty fair. I would get a quote from both PGT and CWS to see how they compare. Florida has quite a few nice options when it comes to impact windows.
We have 3 patio doors and 11 windows that need to be replaced
The Impressions 9800 is Simontons best vinyl window in the non impact realm. It has similar performance data with the Reflections 5500 series, but is better looking in terms of the frame style and color options.
-- Estimated Simonton Impressions 9800 Price: $700 to $850 installed --
We have 18 replacement window bids that are a combination of double hungs, sliders, and picture windows. These bids are all for insert installation.
We need to purchase 3 sliding doors and 7 double-hung windows. The Simonton Impressions 9800 was bid out to us at $7,000 from a well respected dealer here in town.Renewal by Andersen bid out the exact same project for $24,000.
I live in Colorado and have 2 price quotes on the Sunrise Restorations and the Simonton 9800 Elite Plus.
Hi, I need replacement windows and need help deciding between them.
The Sunrise Verde is the better of the two bids. Since it's also considerably less expensive the answer here seems pretty clear The Sunrise Verde by a mile.
I live in Florida and have managed to whittle down the price on my two quotes as far as it seems like the salesmen are willing to go. It's on 15 windows, mostly casement and double hungs.
Your site has really helped me for researching windows during this very confusing time. I'd love some feedback on the quotes I have collected so far. We are replacing 30 windows with a mix of single hungs, picture windows, and a slider window.Some windows are oversized and 8 require tempered glass.
Michelle, I think you are correct with the order of things: Sunrise, Simonton, then Alside. If you plan to stay in your home for a long time then the Sunrise is going to be your best bet. Conversely, if you are in your home less than five years, then go with the Alside option. The Simonton is also a decent option for the price, I might have to bump that one to just below the Sunrise!
Like most companies, Simonton buys their bay and bow boxes from a third party company. The company takes the specs, makes the bay frame, seat, mulling between windows, etc. Simonton then inserts their own windows into the openings and ships them to the consumer.
-- Estimated Simonton Bay Window Price: $2,500 to $4,500 installed --
We have to replace a bay window and 8 windows. We have a number of bids, which are. This project requires quite a bit of work to the bay window area and the siding around the outside. Roughly $4k of the bids are allocated for the bay window product, labor and install. Bay Windows Prices
Nate, these bids are all very close so I'm assuming that's the going price. Either the Milgard Tuscany or Daylight Max. I'd say those two are equal in terms of quality. I'd pass the Pella 250 series myself.
I'm looking to switch out my bow window for a new and improved one.
-- Estimated Simonton Innovo Door Price: $2,000 to $3,300 installed --
I have two bids on a sliding door, one from Sunrise and one on the Simonton Innovo model. The Simonton bid is $1000 less than the Sunrise.
The Prism Gold series is nearly identical to the Simonton Reflections 5300 model. The 5300 window is a gooding looking unit and comes with an Intercept spacer, as well as ProSolar low-e glass. It can be pruchased in a double hung, casement, slider and fixed frame style. I might compare this window to a Milgard Tuscany, although unlike the Tuscany, the 5300 does not use the capture sill, which makes the 5300 the design I prefer over the Tuscany.
-- Estimated Simonton Prism Gold Price: $550 to $700 installed --
I live in Kansas City and am planning on replacing 9 windows. I received a bid on the Simonton Norandex Gold series that includes the windows, disposal and installation. The bid was for $3900 and includes everything. Is this a good deal?
Rick, they Simonton Gold series is a nice mid range vinyl window. 9 windows for $3900 puts your average window cost at $433 per window, which sounds very fair for the quality of window you are buying. I don't think you have to just accept the price though, I would go back to him and ask him if there is anyway he can get that price to $400 a window. Or ask if he can do the Platinum version of the window for the price quote he gave you. There's some wiggle room for price I'll bet!
The Prism Platinum series is essentially the Reflections 5500 series. The Prism Platinum series is the premium option in the prism series. The window is nice looking, with clean sightlines and a streamlined appearance.
-- Estimated Simonton Prism Platinum Price: $600 to $750 installed --
-- Estimated Simonton Perfexion Price: $500 to $750 installed --
I plan to replace 7 double hinges windows with simonton perfexion silver or gold and the quotes I received are $6550 dollars. Is this a good price? Also one 8 foot slide door cost $2400 dollars and 6 foot slide door cost $1850 dollars. What is your take?
My take is that's too expensive. Perhaps the expense is warranted if you have parts of the project that require additional work, but you aren't really going to know that unless you get some additional bids.
Hi Tim, came across your site while doing some window research and figured I’d give it a shot to see if you might give me your two cents on some windows.
Roxanne, $550 for the Norandex Perfexion Gold series sounds like quite a fair price to me. It's a good window and this is solid price quote. Now this is premised on the idea that the local window company has a good reputation and good reviews. Assuming this, I say you are good to go!
Hey, I'm in Florida and have a few different bids I'm considering. Here they are:
Alex, I think the Perfexion is the best option, followed by the PGT.
I'm in Richmond have a few bids to replace 20 double hung windows. The two VinylMax quotes are from the same person. I was curious what option below you thought was the best "bang for your buck"? This entire process is soooo confusing! It's very difficult to make a good decision, because I just don't know how to decide. Thank you in advance.
Becky, the VinylMax Edison and VinylMax Newton windows are both very good windows, but in this case, they are way overpriced. The Norandex Perfexion Series is a mid range window that looks to be fairly priced for 20 windows. For an extra $100 a window, you can go with the OKNA Insul-Tec, which is a much better window than the Perfexion. It's actually close to the VinylMax Edison in terms of quality and craftsmanship.
Hi Dane, I live in Maryland and would like to replace 6 windows in my townhouse. I have attached the two quotes. One price is better, but we want to make sure we are getting the better quality windows. We do plan on renting out or selling our home in the next 5 years. Your expertise is greatly needed and appreciated.
Marcella, I think spending the extra $800 on the Perfexion Platinum is worth the money for 6 windows. They are a better window in my opinion than the Berkshire Elite. I say go with the Perfexion Platinum and feel good about buying a higher quality product for your home.
I am looking to get some replacement windows, 4, and a sliding glass door.
Pat, both the Simonton Perfexion and PGT 5400 sound high as far as I'm concerned. I'd keep looking.
I have 9 windows that I'm replacing. The cost is $9000 for the Norandex Perfexion with a Simonton label.
Cary, the Norandex Perfexion is a Simonton window. $1000 per window is a steep price tag to pay. I'd get a few more bids.
This is Joe Bradshaw again- I got the bid from HD on 2 4x4 slider windows Clear Value by Simonton installed for $1636- he says with lifetime warranty on product and installation. That is quite a bit cheaper than the Pella's for $2600-is that a good quality window from HD? Thanks for your help.
Joe the Clear Value is going to be a more entry level vinyl window that allows for more viewing area at the cost of energy efficiency. I would continue my search if this were my project.
-- Estimated Simonton Verona Price: $600 to $750 installed --
Should I buy the Simonton Verona or should I go with the Preservation series. I have 14 replacement windows.
Lorraine, I'd say the Verona is the better deal between the two.
Dane, I had an Apex Energy senior partner come out to my Florida home yesterday and gave me a quote for hurricane/impact replacement windows. Quote was for 12 windows in total, 4 two panel slider, 1 three panel slider, 5 double hung and 2 fixed picture windows next to the front door. Apex quote the Pearl Bay Coastal Collection (Simonton) for the windows with installation and the Model home program discount of 58%.
Brad, 12 impact windows for $17.8K doesn't strike me as a particularly good deal. I'd definitely get some more bids to see what else
Home Depot windows prices on 6 double hung openings was $4200 including installation on the Simonton 6100. Your estimate said about 2400. Is this a high bid?
Hari, I think that’s way too much and I don’t like HD’s installation approach. They pay by the window, which is not a good approach for the consumer. I would say to get more bids.
I have a bid on 17 Alside casements. The quote came out to $6,700 from a reputable installer who has been working locally for a long time. I have a very limited budget. The Alside reviews I've read are quite bad and I haven't seen any reviews specific to casements.
Chris, Alside reviews are a bit all over the board, but I agree that Simonton has the better reputation. Alside makes a casement window in nearly every model they make so it's tough to say whether you have a bad window unless I know the series. Same with Simonton. If you can get the same basic pricing on a Simonton mid range series, then this is the option I'd recommend.
I live in upstate New York and need to replace 14 windows in our Cape Cod style home. Home Depot gave us a quote for $18,000, while Joyce windows gave us a quote for $9000.
I got a quote on one sliding glass door and nine windows for the Anlin Del Mar window. Their bid was $9800.
I have 2 Windows, one is 100 inches x 40 inches and one 40 inches x 60 inches. The estimate from Siminton low e3 < 0.25 u-factor in vinyl. Custom size to current frame and set up is XOX. They quoted me $6600, which includes a 42' Provia fiberglass door with oval glass insert and glass side panel (both tempered glass).
I am buying 4 windows at a cost of $3456. It seems like a lot of money to pay for these windows.
Shirley, I can't say if this is too much or not. It depends on lots of factors -- the size of the openings and configuration is a huge factor. Typically, Home Depot is quite affordable, but they don't sell top-of-the-line windows. The Simonton windows they do sell are often their lower to mid range models.
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Linda - Homeowner - from 2023
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5050 Windows Cost
15) 62x 36 double hung
2) 38x28 double hung
4 windows are mounted in vinyl, the rest in brick.
M&D Construction (Simonton 5050) $11,205
Window World $10,835
Window and Door Specialist $11,825
RWF (RW 5200 Series) $10,805
Other than m & d, no one would tell me who makes the window (strange when the manufacturer carries the warranty)
M&D was very upfront and said they could upgrade to 5500 for $30/window but the warranty was the same. Haven't decided yet since we plan to sell the house in a year.
Contractors are bizarre in Fayetteville, NC
Very common for companies to go out of business in my experience.
Gina - Homeowner - from 2022
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Simonton 5050 Price Quote
I just don’t know how the different simonton’s compare in our situation.
One company does simonton prism gold they are giving us a 20% discount so the price is about $1200 more than the next company which does the 5050 with upgraded screens which is $1200 more than the least expensive company that does the pro finish builder.
I am partial to the company that does the 5050 because they are no nonsense and the owner came out and did the quote and is willing to hang doors and was more comprehensive about the siding and what we need. I also found him easy to communicate with and his company is in my neighborhood. He has two other window choices unlike the other 2 companies.
Anderson and Alside Mezzo, but he was straight with me that their warranties were not as good though he felt the mezzo was a better window and the Anderson was more expensive and better. His quote was much more detailed in what they do.
The company with the prism gold had a very vague contract which concerns me. Verbally, the salesperson said they do a lot of things not outlined on the contract.
The pro finish builder company, has a more comprehensive contract, but they don’t hang doors so I would have to find a another contractor for that.
We really want a company that does siding and windows to save time and trouble when it comes to scheduling.
I notice on your site that the 5050 gets the lowest recommendation. We are getting white windows mostly sliders, and only 8 of our 9 windows replaced. We did one window 5 years ago and I have no idea what brand it was, just that the noise reduction was amazing, vinyl low-e argon gas.
Is the 5050 the worst of the 3 windows or comparable when you consider price and our situation? (Hopefully, I am making sense).
May - Homeowner - from 2022
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Dane - Website Editor - from 2022
5050 Windows Cost
Pella 250 Cost Quote: $23,233
Window World 4000 Cost Quote: $13,199
Alside Mezzo Cost Quote: $12,990
Gilkey Cost Quote: $19,652
Simonton 5050 Cost Quote: $16,075
Karen - Homeowner - from 2021
Simonton 5050 Cost Bid
I received a quote for replacing 7 double hungs with Simonton 5050 and the price includes repairing rotted exterior wood trim with brick molding on several of the windows.
$5600 for all 7.
Thank you.
Phil - Homeowner - from 2021
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Dane - Site Editor - from 2021
Replacement Window Bids
Wincore 7000 with 1/2 screen = $14,000
Soft-Lite Nirvana = $17,910
Simonton 5500 = $17,610
Pella 250 = $20,555
Okna 500 = $15,100
Soft-Lite Pro = $17,600
Simonton 5050 windows only = $5888
Vinylmax radiance windows only = $ 6234
Simonton 5500 windows only $8300
What do you think about the windows-only approach? I found two NFRC certified window installers in the area. One of them quoted me at $112 per window, not including supplies.
Patrick - Homeowner - from 2021
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The windows only bids are interesting though....if we assume a cost of $3500 for the installation (based on the $112, plus a generous supply amount), your cost for the Simonton 5500 would be $11,800. That's a very good price for this window. If this were my project and my forever home, I would still go with the Okna for $15.1K. If I weren't sure about my timeline and wanted a quality window at a very reasonable price, I would go with the Simonton 5500 option. However, I would spend some time looking for actual reviews on this installer to make sure his track record is really good.
Tim - Site Editor - from 2021
Simonton 5050 vs 5500 Series
Window sizes include 11 at 36"x71"; 3 at 19"x71"; 3 at 41"x49"(will be obscured glass for bathroom); and 2 smaller windows in water closet areas.
Will the difference of 0.03 in the SHGC between the windows make enough of a difference in the long run ( I am 77yrs old and expect to stay here till carried out feet first) to pay the extra $800 for the 5500 series?
Vendor has own install crews and has the best review ratings in the area.
Appreciate any answer you can give me.
Richard - Homeowner - from 2020
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Good luck on your project, the Simonton 5500 is a good window.
Tim - Site Editor - from 2020
5050 Price Quote
Zen Nirvana (Soft-Lite) :
3k for 4 windows
11k for all 13 windows (included tempered glass for bay and picture windows, excludes windows sills - additional ~400)
Simonton 5050:
3k for 4 windows
8k for all 13 for all windows (don't know that tempered was quoted but includes window sill replacement)
Okna (phone quote so not sure what style)
3-4k for 4 windows
14-16k for all 13 windows
Do these quotes seem reasonable? Which option would you recommend? Also, is the Simonton 5050 still a base model vinyl? From your website it looked like they were not a quality vinyl but the person who gave me a quote said the only difference between Simonton 5500 and 5050 is that the 5500 has different options for colors and hardware. Is that accurate or a sales pitch? Any help is very much appreciated! I got a lot of information from your website which is why I got quotes from the companies that I did.
Thanks.
Lisa - Homeowner - from 2020
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I like the Zen Nirvana quote the best. The Soft-Lite Pro frame is better than the Reflections frame in my opinion. The other bid would be an upgraded bid to the Simonton 5500 model. It shouldn't be that much more than the 5050 and is a much better window.
Dane - Website Editor - from 2020
Simonton 5050 Cost Bid
A local Sunrise dealer gave me a quote on the Vanguard series for $7800.
Clint - Homeowner - from 2018
5050 Prices vs. PGT Energy Vue
PGT Energy Vue Winguard
4 Single Hung Windows: $4772
2 Transom Windows: $1437
Simonton 5050 (with upgrades that make it equivalent to the 5500)
4 Single Hung Windows: $2700
2 Transom Windows: $1450
Amy - Homeowner - from 2018
Simonton Prism Bronze Windows Cost
Any opinions on these or any other options you can think of is appreciated. I couldn't figure out if I should get additional estimates -- there's a Window World and an Ideal Windows.
Sharon - Homeowner - from 2016
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Simonton Reflections 5300 Series Cost
Dane - Site Editor
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Simonton 5300 Series or Soft-Lite Pro
Bernie - Homeowner - from 2018
Reflections 5300 vs. Alside Mezzo
Chris - Homeowner - from 2018
Simonton Reflections 5300 vs PGT 5400
Any help is appreciated.
Lenny - Homeowner - from 2017
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Dane - Website Editor, from 2017
5300 Series vs Soft-Lite Pro
Simonton 5300: $2800
Simonton 5500: $4100 (triple pane)
Soft-lite Pro-LS: $4600
Soft-lite Elements (triple pane): $5300
Len- Homeowner - from 2016
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Dane - Site Editor - from 2016
Simonton Prism Windows Cost
Are these good windows?
Juan - Homeowner - from 2016
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I'd spend some time collecting a few more bids if this were my project. Collect a few more, send them over to me and I'll give you my opinion on what you come up with.
Dane - Site Editor - from 2016
5300 Window Prices
Laura - Homeowner - from 2015
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Simonton Windows Prices :: Reflections 5500 Series
The Simonton 5500 window offers lots of options, including an two-tone finish, wood-grain interiors, and a triple pane glass. It can be ordered in many sizes, styles, and finishes. Compare the Simonton 5500 series to the Sunrise Classic.
Dane - Site Editor
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5500 Series vs Vinylmax Radiance
MGM: $6.3K
Simonton 5500: $13.7K
Vinylmax Radiance: $10.8K
John - Homeowner - from 2024
Simonton 5500 vs Mezzo
Allside Mezzo Single Hung - $29k
Simonton 5500 Reflections - $33k
Danny - Homeowner - from 2024
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Simonton 5500 Windows Price
Overall we're replacing 25 windows and one sliding door.
1 - picture window (w/ grids)
1 - 3 x double-hung mulled
2 - 2 x double-hung mulled (w/ grids)
17 - double-hung (2 with grids)
Here is what we've been quoted -- included the specs I could find
1. Window World 4000 Series Price 2-pane with Solarzone Therm-D Elite Low-E,
28,600 (all taxes, permits, etc. included)
2. Alside Mezzo 3-pane (this installer does the extra labor for a nailing fin install)
$28,683 (all taxes, permits, etc. included)
3. Simonton Reflection 5500 Series, 2-pane, Laminated ProSolar, Argon, and 1" SuperSpacer
$24,000 (all taxes, permits, etc. included)
Of course, other good options that keep money in our pocket are always welcome.
Appreciate your feedback.
Kevin - Homeowner - from 2023
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Simonton 5500 Windows Cost vs. Provia Endure
Okna 500 dx - $14,350 dealer been around 26 years
Okna 500 dx - $15, 700 dealer been around 25 years lifetime windows and labor warranty
Provia Endure - $17,500 + tax dealer been around 20+ years
Simonton 5500 - $13,000 dealer around 5 years
John - Homeowner - from 2023
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Dane - Site Editor - from 2023
Simonton 5500 Prices
Wincore 7700 Cost Bid: $24,410
Simonton 5500 Cost Bid: $30,675
Gary - Homeowner - from 2022
Simonton 5500 Prices
David - Homeowner - from 2022
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[Email dane@replacementwindowsreviews.co for his recommendations]
Tim - Site Editor - from 2022
Simonton 5500 Reflections Pricing
Jamie - Homeowner - from 2022
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Simonton 5500 Series Cost
Andersen Replacement: $37,000
Simonton 5500 series: $8,050
Sunrise Vanguard: $18,000
I was very impressed with the quality of the Sunrise window but not sure if the cost difference is worth it.
Michael - Homeowner - from 2022
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Dane - Website Editor - from 2022
Simonton 5500 Series Cost Quote
I've narrowed my project down to 2 companies:
Company #1 (comes with Lifetime Warranty on installation)
Okna 400 $875 per window = $5,250
Okna 600 $990 per window = $5,940
Company #2 (He recommends going with Simonton)
Simonton 5500 series $7250 - $500 = $6750
Andersen 400 Series $7700 - $500 = $7,200
I'm leaning towards Company #1 Okna 600 but I would like your opinion as to whether these are reasonable prices. Also, if I do go with Company #1 is it worth the additional $690 to go with the Okna 600?
Thank you in advance for your help.
Lauren - Homeowner - from 2022
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Simonton 5500 Reflections Cost vs Vytex Fortis
There are 17 windows total (15 double hung in various sizes and 2 hoppers/sliders). Most likely I'll be in my house for about 10 more years. Here are the estimates I received. What would be your recommendation (first, second, third)?
1) Installer #1
OKNA 500 Series - $16,105 (approx $11,855 windows and $4,250 labor)
2) Installer #2
Vytex Fortis - $12,495
Provia Aspect - $11,475
Restorations - $13,200
3) Installer #3
Simonton 5500 Reflections - $10,779 (approx $8,279 windows and $2,500 labor)
Thank you!
Meghan - Homeowner - from 2022
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The best long term value on the board for me would be the Sunrise Restorations at $13,200. This would probably be my second option. I just don't see you getting ROI the same way you might with the Simonton 5500 option. I think one of these two options, but honestly you could go with the ProVia Aspect and be fine as well.
Dane - Website Editor - from 2022
Simonton 5500 Price Quote
Rachel - Homeowner - from 2020
Simonton Reflections 5500 Pricing Bid
Sunrise Restorations Cost Bid: $35K
Ideal Platinum 3000 Cost Bid: $26K
Simonton Reflections 5500 Cost Bid: $24K
John - Homeowner - from 2021
Simonton 5500 Platinum Double Hung Bid
I have been offered with lifetime labor warranty excellent firm at $6600 11 Simonton 5500 Platinum and 8400 for 11 Pella 350 double hungs in Rockville MD. Decent price? Thompson Creek and Pella Store much higher and bad experience with quotes from Window Nation….Thompson Creek Windows Cost
Thanks.
Peter - Homeowner - from 2020
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The Simonton 5500 Platinum, couple with proper installation, is a very good option for consumers who want a good (not great) window that lasts.
Tim - Site Editor - from 2020
Simonton 5500 Reflections Pricing
For 19 windows, there is difference of $1,000.
So which one should I choose?
Thanks for your advice.
Srini - Homeowner - from 2020
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Tim - Site Editor - from 2020
5500 Simentons Price Quote
Thanks for any advice and help. I am trying to stop my daughter from getting ripped off. Unfortunately I am 2000 miles away.
We hereby submit specifications and estimates for:
Remove and replace 3 windows 1 in master bedroom and 2 in basement
1 - Master bedroom -Simonton white vinyl - u factor 0.29, SHGC = .05, VT = 0.61, STC = 32, , DP = 25
2 – Basement windows - Simonton white vinyl - u factor 0.29, SHGC = .32, VT = 0.58, STC = 27,, DP = 15
Chris - Homeowner - from 2020
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They're not worth $980 per window. They are more in the range of $550 per window. That would be a decent price. The bid was just to remove your existing windows and replace them. It didn't seem to include replacing wood rot or any framing issues.
I believe there is a Zen windows that services your area. Get a bid on their Nirvana series. This is their mid range window and I would say is a bit better than the Simonton 5500 series. See how their bid compares.
Tim - Site Editor - from 2020
Simonton Reflections Cost Quote
Sunrise Essentials Series: $14,900
MI 1555 Series: $14,145
Soft-Lite Pro Series: $14,300
OKNA Enviro-Star Series: $13,790
OKNA Insul-Tec Series: $12,435
Soft-Lite Bainbridge Series: $11,810
Simonton Reflections Series: $10,985
Alside Mezzo Series: $9,885
Tom - Homeowner - from 2020
Simonton Reflections 5500 vs. Alside Mezzo
Alside Mezzo $5375
Simonton Reflections 5500 $6179
Okna 500 - $9695
Pella Lifestyle Series - $5850
I'm leaning toward the mezzo. What do you think?
Eric - Homeowner - from 2020
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Dane - Website Editor - from 2020
Simonton 5500 Reflections Price
Gentek Signatue Elite 3000 Series: $9600
Simonton 5500 Reflections Series: $13100
Harvey Classics Series: $13440
Soft Lite Imperial LS Series: $16240
Wayne - Homeowner - from 2019
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Tim - Site Editor - from 2019
Simonton 5000 Price Bid
Michele - Homeowner - from 2019
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Dane - Site Editor - from 2019
Simonton Reflections 5500 Price Quote
Vytex Potomac: $9004
Simonton Reflections 5500: $8792
Reliabilt 3900 Quote: $5496
John - Homeowner - from 2018
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Tim - Site Editor - from 2018
Simonton Reflections 5500 Window Costs
Sunrise Classic Model: $550 each
Simonton Reflections 5500 Model: $470 each
Ryan - Homeowner - from 2018
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Tim - Site Editor - from 2018
Simonton Reflections 5500 Pricing
Simonton Reflections 5500: $11,000
Great Lakes ComfortSmart: $10,000
Sunrise Essentials: $14,200
Soft-lite Classic: $13,500
Cindy - Homeowner - from 2018
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Dane - Website Editor - from 2018
Simonton 5500 vs Harvey Classics
Harvey Classic $550 per window
Simonton 5500 Reflection $500 per window
HiMarks DX400: $585 per window
HiMarks DX800 $630 per window
John - Homeowner - from 2018
Simonton 5500 vs. PGT 5400 Series
Simonton 5500: $11,500
PGT 5400: $11,070
Andersen Silverline: $7,250
Meredith - Homeowner - from 2018
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Tim - Site Editor - from 2018
Simonton Relections 5500 vs. Okna 500 InsulTec
Okna 500 InsulTec Deluxe: $4700 with grids
Simonton Relections 5500: $4595 with grids
How do these two stack up?
Susie - Homeowner - from 2018
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Tim - Site Editor - from 2018
Simonton 5500 Cost Quote
Berkshire Elite: $9,650
EcoView Slocomb 7700: $10,950
PGT 5400: $12,660
Simonton 6100 Coastal: $12,680
Simonton 5500: $12,900
CWS: $19,800
Meredith - Homeowner - from 2018
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Negotiate Your Window Bid
Tim - Site Editor - from 2018
Reflections 5500 Series Costs
Simonton 5500 Series: $23,500
MI 1650 Series: $20,300
Provia Aspect Series: $22,800
Chris - Homeowner - from 2017
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Tim - Site Editor - from 2018
Simonton 5500 Pricing vs Sunrise Standard Windows
Standard Sunrise (Atrium 332 Doors): $11,300
Simonton 5500 (Profinish Contractor Doors): $9,300
Rabe - Homeowner - from 2017
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Simonton 5500 Window Costs
Pella 350: $11,400
Vytex Fortis: $13,100
Simonton 5500: $11,900
Thanks in advance.
Greg - Homeowner - from 2017
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Simonton 5500 vs. Preservation And Slocomb
Simonton 5500: $5000 (includes outside aluminum capping)
Preservation Window: $6000 (includes outside aluminum capping)
Slocomb Harmony 143 Series: $4850 (includes outside aluminum capping)
Sunrise Window: $6900 (includes outside aluminum capping)
I'd love to hear your thoughts or insight. Thanks so much in advance!
Brandon - Homeowner - from 2017
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Tim - Site Editor - from 2017
Simonton 5500 Refelctions Costs
Lucy - Homeowner - from 2016
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Tim - Site Editor - from 2016
Simonton 5500 Cost Quote
Jon - Homeowner - from 2016
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Tim - Site Editor - from 2016
Simonton 5500 vs Ply Gem Pro Series
Tracy - Homeowner - from 2016
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Dane - Site Editor - from 2016
Simonton 5500 vs Vytex Grandview
The other quote I have is from Windows Nation on their Grandview Series window that was $8,900.
The Grandview windows seems like the better of the two but frankly both quotes are way more than I wanted to spend.
Carl - Homeowner - from 2016
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If you are staying in your home long term, than paying $600 a window is not that much. There are probably some better deals out there though and if you want to find those I would just keep getting more and more bids. Eventually, you will find a bid that works for you.
Dane - Website Editor - from 2016
Simonton 5500 Pricing vs Champion
The reviews however seem just sort average, that what do I know. He quoted us on the Reflections 5500 with ProSolar Shade, LowE3/Argon, 366 Glass, Supercept Spacer, and tempered glass where applicable. We have 15 windows and the bid was $8,370.
Jodie - Homeowner - from 2016
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Tim - Site Editor - from 2016
Simonton 5500 Reflection Prices
Is the Vantage Point series a better window than the Reflections 5500?
Steve - Homeowner - from 2016
[Site Editor's Response]
You have a good price quote on the Reflections 5500 series. This is the bid I'd go with if I were you.
Tim - Site Editor - from 2016
Simonton Prism Platinum Prices
Dave - Homeowner - from 2016
[Site Editor's Response]
Either one is a good window, but I think there is more value in the Simonton bid.
Dane - Site Editor - from 2016
Simonton Prism Platinum Costs
48 x 48 picture window full screen (1)
34 x 70 double hung, grid, full screen, tempered lower sash (2)
36 x 60 double hung, grid, full screen (3)
60 x 36, slider, grid, full screen (1)
35 x 60 double hung, grid, full screen (2)
60 x 48 slider, grid, full screen, gray tint (2 )
36 x 60 double hung, grid, full screen (1)
17 x 60 double hung, grid, full screen (2)
36 x 18, fixed with semicircle, grid (1)
48 x 48 double hung, tempered glass (1)
24 x 35 DH, obscure glass (1)
30 x 11 slider (1)
Ana - Homeowner - from 2016
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Dane - Site Editor - from 2016
Simonton Windows vs Andersen
Andersen 100 Series: $50,000
Vytex 3300 Series: $37,500
Simonton 5500 Series: $43,500
Jan - Homeowners - from 2015
[Site Editor's Response]
The Vytex 3000 is probably my pick for all of these.
The Simonton 5500 series is also a good option for you in my opinion.
Dane - Site Editor - from 2015
5500 Series Cost vs Harvey
Simonton Reflections 5500: $500
Harvey Classic Series: $550
HiMark DX400: $585
HiMark DX800: $630
John - Homeowner - from 2010
[Contractor's Response]
Rob - Contractor - from 2010
Simonton 5500 Windows Cost
1 three lite slider - $900
3 double hungs - $530
4 double hungs: $485
2 pictures - $430
Total: $5400
Karen - Homeowner - from 2016
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Dane - Website Editor - from 2016
Simonton Asure Series Pricing
The Asure and 5050 share the same sash design, but the Asure is a nicer looking option in general. The Asure doesn't come with many options, but it is a decent enough entry level window. Comparable to Pella 250 window costs.
Tim - Site Editor
(assumes medium sized opening and normal installation) *
Simonton Windows vs. Vinyl Kraft
8 - 28" x 74"
6 - 32" x 74"
1 - 24" x 38"
Prices include new vinyl brick mold and sealing.
Proposal One - Simonton Asure Double Pain - $10,168 ($677.87 average price each installed)
Proposal Two - Vinyl Kraft 5500 Series Double Pain - $8,625 ($575.00 average csot each installed)
Thank you very much.
John - Homeowner - from 2022
[Website Editor Answers]
[Email dane@replacementwindowsreviews.co for his recommendations]
Tim - Site Editor - from 2022
Simonton Asure Window Costs
Sunrise Vanguard: $14K
Simonton Asure: $16K
Anderson 100: $23K
Anderson 200: $25K
Renewal By Andersen: $33K
Mary - Homeowner - from 2017
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Dane - Site Editor - from 2016
Simonton Asure Window Bid
Steven - Homeowner - from 2017
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Dane - Site Editor - from 2016
Simonton Assure vs. the Sunrise Restoration
We are trying to figure if the Sunrise Restorations is worth $8K over the Simonton Asure?
We'd like to know your opinion on the two windows.
Mandy - Homeowner - from 2017
[Site Editor's Answer]
I think it needs to be based on how long you plan to be in your house. Forever home -- Sunrise Restorations. Moving in a handful of years -- Simonton Asure.
Tim - Site Editor - from 2017
Simonton Windows Prices :: 6500 Series
The VantagePointe window comes standard with dual air locks, tilt latches, a beveled sash, a coil balance system, and extruded lift rails. The series can be ordered in 7 exterior and 7 interior color options, including darker colors that are tough to find in this category of vinyl window. The VantagePointe isn't a fancy window and performance is pretty middling, but in general it offers some decent value for the price.
I'm not a big fan of how HD subcontracts out their installation so make sure to vet the installers and make sure they have a solid track record of success before you go with HD installation.
Tim - Site Editor
(assumes medium sized opening and normal installation) **
Simonton 6500 Price Quote
1 Simonton 6500 inovo Patio Door, white finish , standard tempered glass 74 * 82
3 Simonton 6500 Dual casement 56 * 52
2 Simonton 6500 Dual casement 48 * 51
2 Simonton 6500 Dual casement with grids 56 * 51
1 Simonton 6500 Dual casement 48 * 38
1 Simonton 6500 Half Round with grids 56 * 29
2 Simonton 6500 Picture windows, temperd glass 23 * 63
2 Simonton 6500 picture windows 48 * 27
1 Simonton 6500 picture window 85 * 27
Total was $26615
Simonton 6200, Total was $ 27000
Wincore 7700, Total was 28000
Genteck Singture Elite, Total was $25000
Zen Nirvana, Total was $ 28, 374
Fadi - Homeowner - from 2023
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I would probably rate the Signature Elite, Wincore 770 I would say “quite good” — but not as good as the Soft-Lite Classic or the ProVia Endure.
If the choice was one of these I would base my pick on the reviews/ratings of the companies themselves over the slight price difference.
Dane - Site Editor - from 2023
Simonton 6500 Cost vs. Renewal by Anderson
I hope to be in this house for a while, and hoping for recommendations. Got estimates on Simonton 6500 for $16k to Renewal by Anderson for $46k. United was closer to Simonton. It looks like a major investment and don't want to take short-cuts.
Please let me know how best to proceed.
Prashant - Homeowner - from 2022
[Website Editor Answers]
[Email dane@replacementwindowsreviews.co for his recommendations]
Dane - Website Editor - from 2022
Simonton 6100 Series Cost Quote
Do you know anything about that line??
Thanks!
Kathleen - Homeowner - from 2022
[Website Editor Answers]
Here is my list of good and great windows in case you want to continue your search:
Dane - Website Editor - from 2022
Simonton 6500 Series Pricing
Simonton 6500 Price Quote - $22,530
Apex Energy Solutions Price Quote - $29,420
Window World 4000 Price Quote - $22,406.67
Winters - Homeowner - from 2022
Simonton 6500 Series Costs vs. Polaris Ultraweld
Sunrise Solaris Series Price Bid - $35,000
Soft Lite Elements Series Price Bid - $34,000
Lowes - Pella 250 Series Price Bid - $32,050
Polaris Ultraweld Series Price Bid - $31,500
Simonton 6500 Series Price Bid - $26,810
Larry - Homeowner - from 2022
Simonton Clearvalue Series Cost
Anlin Del Mar Series: $14,540
Pella 250 Series: $11,780
Simonton Clearvalue Series: $11,865
David - Homeowner - from 2022
Simonton 6500 Series Cost
Simonton 6500 Series Cost: $24,818
John - Homeowner - from 2022
[Website Editor Answers]
Here is my list of good and great windows in case you want to continue your search:
[Email dane@replacementwindowsreviews.co for his recommendations]
Dane - Website Editor - from 2022
Siminton 6500 Costs vs. Pella 250 Bid
Siminton 6500 Bid: $6574
Pella 250 Bid: $6569
Siminton 5500 Reflections $6826
Windows
2nd floor 1 Twin unit 71.25 x 59.5 Full frame replacement
2 single unit 35.25 x 59.5 Pocket installation
1 st floor 1 twin unit 71.25 x 63.5 Pocket installation
Can you please also let me know if it makes sense to get more quotes? Also are these two brands comparable?
Thanks in advance for your help.
Kesav - Homeowner - from 2022
[Website Editor Answers]
Here is a list. [List Redacted -- contact us directly (Dane or Tim) for our good and great windows list.]
Dane - Website Editor - from 2022
Simonton 6500 Cost Quote
Simonton 6500, 2 Panel Slider (Coastal), White Int. Finish, Bronze Ext. Finish, Width 72, Height 48, Width + Height 120,
Glass - Standard, Exterior Paint Upcharge, Miscellaneous Labor, Handing X, Handing S, Seat Board Color –
2. Simonton 6500, 2 Panel Slider (Coastal), White Int. Finish, Bronze Ext. Finish, Width 60, Height 48, Width + Height 108,
Glass - Standard, Exterior Paint Upcharge, Miscellaneous Labor, Handing X, Handing S, Seat Board Color
Simonton 6500, 2 Panel Slider (Coastal), White Int. Finish, Bronze Ext. Finish, Width 60, Height 48, Width + Height 108,
Glass - Standard, Exterior Paint Upcharge, Miscellaneous Labor, Handing X, Handing S, Seat Board Color
These are 2nd story windows. My location is Gainesville.
Thank you.
Dries - Homeowner - from 2022
Home Depot Simonton 6500 vs. Okna 600 Series
Okna 600 series (triple pane) 15 Windows without the 3 basement windows $16,800
Home Depot Simonton 6500 (double pane) 18 (3 basement windows included) $14,750
Jimbo - Homeowner - from 2021
[Site Editor's Answer]
I would much prefer Okna 600 for $16800 over the Simonton 6500 for $14750. The Okna provides a much better value in my opinion.
This is my list of windows: [List Redacted -- contact us for list]
Dane - Site Editor - from 2021
Simonton 6100 Windows Cost
Thanks!
Bryan - Homeowner - from 2021
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Dane - Website Editor - from 2021
Simonton 6200 Windows Cost
I thought Anderson 100 series is sort of high end average. Don’t know much about Simonton that I have been quoted here. I am not a big fan of vinyl windows for Houston area and would have preferred aluminum if they had comparable energy efficiency as other materials offer. I am on a budget and don’t want to pay a big buck for best top of the line windows.
Total Best Price:
$20234.25 w/ 12 months no interest financing
22 Simonton 6200 Windows, Picture, Single Hung, and Oriel
Total Price: $24254.00 w/ 12 months no interest financing, I prefer black exterior and I assume there is additional charge for black exterior.
Second quote is from a independent window seller which gave me a quote for same size windows in Anderson 100 series, standard white interior and black exterior, window cost W/O installation $17600( windows only) and I have to hire my own installer which one installer gave me a quote for $5500-$6000. I have concern about installation because there is risk that in the event of any problems with the install I may not be able to get him to come back and fix any issue ( independent window installer, one man operation)
Emily - Homeowner - from 2021
[Site Editor's Answer]
[Houston List Redacted -- contact us directly (Dane or Tim) for our Texas window recommendations.]
Dane - Site Editor - from 2021
Simonton 6500 Cost vs. Zen Soft-Lite Nirvana
Simonton 6500 Cost Bid: $17,200
Zen Soft-Lite Nirvana Cost Bid: $13,680
Chris - Homeowner - from 2021
Simonton 6200 Cost
HD quote $20,675 for Simonton 6200 series
Clarity quote $23,727 for Anlin Catalina
Customer 1st quote $22,874 for NT presidential 900 series, but at his presentation he showed me the N T Executive window. What are you thoughts? Thank you in advance for your assistance. Also, I am in the Dallas Fort-Worth area.
Nathaniel - Homeowner - from 2021
Simonton 6500 Window Price Quote
KHPP Genesis Window Cost: $4610
Simonton 6500 Window Cost: $5300.00
Lisa - Homeowner - from 2021
Simonton 6500 Windows Cost vs Hayfield
Hayfield Windows Cost: $12470
Simonton 6500 Windows Cost: $13200 (not staining the trim)
Sunrise Windows Cost: $14200
In Rochester, MN.
Omer - Homeowner - from 2021
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Dane - Site Editor - from 2021
Simonton 6500 Patio Door Costs
Simonton 6500 - $14,900 (Home Depot includes install)
Simonton PerfeXion Platinum - $14,250. (Local to Tampa. Well rated.)
Wincore 7700 - $11,100. (Window World - local franchise. Well rated.)
The patio sliders range from $3,000 to $4,200 installed. The prices are included in the quotes. #3 is $3,000 and #2 is $4,200. Quote 1 and 2 include replacing the buckings. Warranties are about the same. I appreciate your feedback. Thanks.
Rick - Homeowner - from 2020
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Tim - Site Editor - from 2020
Simonton 6200 Windows Cost
2 Simonton 6200 Single Hung
Single Hung, White Int. Finish, White Ext. Finish, Standard , W- 36, H- 60, UI- 96
1 6200 Single Hung
4 6200 Single Hung Oriel
Single Hung Oriel, White Int. Finish, White Ext. Finish, Standard Tempered Glass Bottom , W- 36, H- 78, UI- 114
1 6200 Picture Window
Picture Window, White Int. Finish, White Ext. Finish, Standard , W- 36, H- 42, UI- 78
2 6200 Picture Window
Picture Window, White Int. Finish, White Ext. Finish, Standard Tempered Glass Full , W- 36, H- 60, UI- 96
1 6200 Picture Window
Picture Window, White Int. Finish, White Ext. Finish, Standard , W- 60, H- 60, UI- 120
1 6200 Single Csmnt / Operating
1 6200 Single Slider
Single Slider, White Int. Finish, White Ext. Finish, Standard , W- 48, H- 60, UI- 108
1 6200 Single Slider
Single Slider, White Int. Finish, White Ext. Finish, Standard Tempered Glass Full , W- 60, H- 60, UI- 120
And, what do you think of the Oriel version of the single hung window?
Thanks.
Mary - Homeowner - from 2021
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Dane - Website Editor - from 2021
Simonton Windows Price List
The other "apples to apples" bid I have is from Home Depot Vantage 6100 for approx $9000. Home Depot promised that the install will be done by a HD badged contractor, not a complete third party / outsourced installer. NFRC numbers for this window are 0.3 U, 0.25 SGC, 0.47 VT, <=0.3 Air Leakage per HD, so more or less comparable to Slocomb.
Your website seem to indicate that Slocomb is mid range / OK manufacturer. Simonton has an edge over them. This one site seems to have bad reviews about Slocomb but they seem to be quite old. When I showed these reviews to my ABC sales rep, he pointed out that the reviews are old and the manufacturing process complained about in the reviews is no longer applicable. He attributed one comment about mold in the window to improper caulking by the installer and not the window itself.
I would appreciate any opinion/insight you can offer.
Thanks
Vijay - Homeowner - from 2021
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(I don't deal with this window all that much so I might be off, but on the slocomb webiste, it lists the 143 AI at .30, which is much worse than .14 so....)
These are the brands I would search for in Atlanta based on previous consumers who have found Atlanta based companies who repped these brands. Okna, Kensington, Sunrise, Zen, and Vinylmax. The mid range and premium window series from each of these companies is going to have a sub .10 AI. The Okna 800 series for instance has a .01 AI as a point of comparison. These are the brand windows I would look for.
Simonton is a decent brand and the VantagePointe is a decent window.
Mold in the window typically happens due to moisture and gunk getting stick inside the windows that use weep holes.
A google search for "Okna 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.
Tim - Site Editor - from 2021
Simonton 6100 Windows Cost
Alside Mezzo Series: $9,095
6100 Series: $8,500
Paul - Homeowner - from 2021
Simonton 6100 Double Hung Price
Ernesta - Homeowner - from 2021
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Tim - Site Editor - from 2021
Simonton 6500 Windows Cost
Bid 1 Wincore 7700 Series: $11,100
Bid 2 Simonton PerfeXion Platinum Series: $14,250
Bid 3 6500 Series: $14,900
Bid 3 and 2 include also bucking replacement replacing the buckings.
I live in Sunny Florida. Thanks!
Rick - Homeowner - from 2021
Simonton 6500 Windows Cost
1). We will probably be in our house ten years so higher end windows are too expensive
2). Will the 6500 series leak and radiate as bad as the ones we have now?
3). They are $18,000 cheaper then Renewal by Andersen (I know that they use Fiberex)
4). Should I run away from Simonton?
Thank you.
Tom - Homeowner - from 2020
[Website Editor Answers]
The Renewal prices are honestly insane for the quality of window they are selling. A good window, don’t get me wrong, but sold at an exorbitant mark up.
For instance, you could get an Okna 400 vinyl window, the company’s “entry level window” and it would be a better window over the Simonton Home Depot offering. I like the Simonton they sell, but if this were my project I would get a few more bids to see what else is available.
Here is my good and great list of window series. Based on your needs, you can stick with the good list — all windows I would have in my own home! [List Redacted -- contact us directly for our list]
Tim - Site Editor - from 2020
Simonton 6200 Windows Cost
Home Depot with the 6200 - $ 11,256 inclusive of everything and lifetime warranties on parts and labor
Northwest Windows with Anlin Del Mar - $ 13,086 inclusive of everything and lifetime warranties on parts and labor
Window World with Simonton 5000 - $ 10,869 inclusive of everything. Not sure of the warranties
These are the ones I have shortlisted though I have quotes from Lowes with Pella 250 series ($15,352), Halls Windows with Daylight Max ($14,633), and of course Renewal by Andersen with Andersen Fibrex window ($39,833)
I would rally appreciate your thoughts on the best way to go. I live in Sacramento, California area.
Tej - Homeowner - from 2021
[Site Editor's Answer]
Northwest Windows seems to have quite solid reviews and the Del Mar is the best vinyl window on the west coast in my opinion.
I agree that these are your best three and the Anlin is the best option of these for sure.
Tim - Site Editor - from 2021
[Tej's Reply]
This is all very helpful to me, so thanks again.
Tej - Homeowner - from 2021
Simonton 6100 Windows Cost
Am I correct in thinking the awning is only available in the 6100 so there's no point is requesting 6500's? I made the mistake of having a big 'window replacement' company give me a bid. What a nightmare! It was like sitting through a timeshare sales pitch. About half way through, they would have had to be less than HD. By the time they did the 'Let me call my manager' used car salesman stunt they were eliminated. Their pricing, of course, started obscene and ended still to high. They also only had sliders but my wife wants one pane windows.
Assuming a price around $350 - 400 for the windows, is the difference justified given the glass blocks? Thanks,
JCP - Homeowner - from 2020
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Of course, sitting through some high pressure sales job is a nightmare as well. Quality companies don't pull that crap because they don't need to. They come over, measure the windows, explain a bit about their product and deliver a bid.
However, the only true way to know what the fair market price of your job is to get several quotes that you can compare. So you have a choice to make -- whether you want to get more bids or go with the Simonton quote. I think the Simonton quote is fair enough, but there could be a better deal out there for sure.
Dane - Website Editor - from 2020
Simonton 6500 Pricing
Home Depot will put in 2 double pane bays with the 6500 series ( I imagine that's manufactured for HD because I only find it associated in searching....?) for $9,100
Zen will do 2 double pane bays, Nirvana by Alside, for a little over $8K, 284 more for triples.
All American ( a local company) wants $11,400 for double pane bays using 'Elements' windows.
What do you think?
Also, I read on WE Energies that double pane will pass 10% of your heating or cooling to the exterior, triple brings it down to 3% but some of the guys that gave the estimates maintain that it's not worth the extra $ for trips. Right?
Lastly, I was told that a 'lifetime' guaranty is intended to mean the life of the window, which by common accord is intended to be 10 years, so a specified 20 or 30 year guaranty is actually better. Sound possible to you ?
Thanks!
Larry - Homeowner - from 2020
[Website Editor Answers]
Triple pane only makes sense if you live in a very cold climate in my opinion. Otherwise, I wouldn't bother. The Elements double pane is going to be better than nearly any triple pane anyway.
Lifetime guarantee is as long as you are in the home. But...it won't include labor which typically accounts for 35% of the project. It also might be prorated, which means it covers less of the window over time. There are all kinds of ways that companies spin their warranties. Best to buy a quality window/product from a good company and they should last 25 years or more.
Dane - Website Editor - from 2020
Simonton 6100 Windows Cost Quote
Window Nation Envision Series, including trim around the windows: $7274
6100 Series From Home Depot, including trim around the windows: $7972
Ronnie - Homeowner - from 2020
Simonton VantagePointe vs 5500
Mike - Homeowner - from 2020
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Dane - Website Editor - from 2020
Simonton 6200 Series Cost
Milgard Style Line - $7,743.00
Simontons 6200 series - $7,710.00
Andersen 100 series - $12,119.45
I would appreciate your opinion on these windows. Which is the best value and why?
Cindy - Homeowner - from 2020
[Website Editor Answers]
The Simonton 6200 is probably the better window over the Styleline, but not by a ton. This is the best value of the three window bids you have so far. In terms of Simonton, I would find a non-Home Depot dealer and get a bid on their Impressions 9800 series or their Refelctions 5500 series.
The Andersen 100 series is too expensive for the quality of this window.
I would get a bid from an Anlin window dealer and see how their Catalina or Coronado series compare to the prices and bids you currently have.
All The Best.
Dane - Website Editor - from 2020
Simonton 6500 Windows Price Quote
Which of these windows would you say is the best? Thank you in advance.
Katie - Homeowner - from 2019
[Site Editor's Answer]
Katie, my pick would be the 6500 series over the Window World 4000, but not at that price. For $900 a window, you should be able to get a much better vinyl window than this. I'd get some more bids from Sunrise, Soft-Lite, Okna, and Polaris. Their mid range offerings should not be more expensive than this and are better windows than the two you are looking at.
Tim - Site Editor - from 2019
Simonton Windows Price List
Simonton 6500 Series: $1,000 each
Duragard Series: $789 each
Simonton 6100: $780 each
Alside Mezzo: $442 each
Delroy - Homeowner - from 2018
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Dane - Website Editor - from 2018
Simonton 6100 Series Costs
Simonton 6100 Series: $14,100
Pella 250 Series: $9,500
Ford - Homeowner - from 2018
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Dane - Website Editor - from 2018
Simonton 6200 Narrow Frame Bid
Kim - Homeowner - from 2018
Simonton Windows vs Pella
Pella 250: $7,500
Simonton 6200: $10,150
Elsie - Homeowner - from 2018
Simonton 6100 Coastal Windows
Coastal Picture Windows (13)
6100 Eyebrow windows (2)
Meredith - Homeowner - from 2018
[Website Editor Answers]
PGT 5400 Series
Stormbreaker Plus Series
CWS Windpact Series
Get these bids and go from there.
Dane - Website Editor - from 2018
Simonton 6100 Series Costs
Pella 250 Series: $18.8K
Simonton 6100 Series: $12K
Justin - Homeowner - from 2018
[Website Editor Answers]
The Simonton 6100 is a pretty decent vinyl window, but that's not a cheap bid either at $666 per window.
I'd look at some additional options if I were you. Okna, Sunrise, Soft-Lite, Polaris all sell an entry level window that will be better than these two.
Dane - Website Editor - from 2018
Simonton 6100 vs. Vytex Potomac hp
Ideal UltraTite: $515
Soft-Lite Pro: $615
Vytex Potomac hp: $565
Simontons 6500 Series: $800
Simontons 6100 Series: $695
Gerard - Homeowner - from 2017
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Dane - Website Editor - from 2017
Simonton 6100 Costs Quote
Larry - Homeowner - from 2017
Vantage Point 6100 From HD
Ray - Homeowner - from 2017
Simonton 6500 vs Sunrise
Carl - Homeowner - from 2017
[Site Editor's Answer]
Tim - Site Editor - from 2017
Simonton 6200 Slider Costs
Mia - Homeowner - from 2017
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Dane - Site Editor - from 2017
Simonton Vantage 66 Window Prices
Vantage .66: $11000 (doesn't include any of the interior wood work)
Polaris Premium: $27000 (includes all interior wood work)
Soft-Lite Imperial LS for $13175 (doesn't include any of the interior wood work)
Larry - Homeowner - from 2017
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Dane - Site Editor - from 2017
Simonton 6100 Series Costs
Olga - Homeowner - from 2017
[Site Editor's Answer]
I'm not a huge fan of Atrium and in terms of Ply Gem I usually recommend sticking with the Pro or Premium models.
I will assume however that you are referring to the Simonton 6100 VantagePointe since it is the HD model they sell. The VantagePointe is an okay vinyl window with okay performance data to back it up. It is nowhere near the best window out there, but it's not a bad window by any means.
I'm going to assume that the patio door is $1800, which puts us at roughly $14,000, which means you are $610 per window completely installed.
For a window that you should be able to purchase for roughly $200 to $250 for a normal sized window, yes I think on the face of it this bid sounds high. Now, I have no idea what size windows you are buying, or the installation requirements so this may account for that extra cost.
I think you should absolutely get a couple/few more bids to see and feel a few more windows, and to see the range of prices for your particular project. Get the bids and send the basics over to me and I'm happy to give you my two cents. Check out our recommended brands and do a quick search to see if they are sold by any local companies. Then have those companies come out and give you a bid.
Tim - Website Editor - from 2017
VantagePointe Price Bid
Thanks for the great service you do for home owners. If you have any opinions on the 6100's, let me know. Take care.
Sue - Homeowner - from 2017
[Site Editor's Answer]
Get a low-e glass and a reinforced meeting rail if possible (this is an upgrade that they should be able to order). I don't see you paying more than $350 a window for normal sizes for a decent window -- Milgard Tuscany, Andersen 100...(most of the windows they sell in these big box stores are crappy so if you are going this route, you need to be selective.)
The $100 per window is the average industry cost for a normal install. So this makes sense. Make SURE that the installer has good reviews and knows what he's doing.
Again, we're at the $450 to $500 per window cost in this scenario with a local installer ordering the windows and bringing them to your house. That's $8500 if my math is right.
Dane - Website Editor - from 2017
Home Depot Cost Bids
We like the interior colors on the Simontons slightly better.
Thanks.
Darrel - Homeowner - from 2017
[Site Editor's Answer]
I don't love Pella vinyl windows though, and I don't love Lowes installation. If you do go with a big box store, see if you can find your own installer to do the work.
Texas definitely has some options -- try Don Young windows, Milgard and NT windows. All three should have dealers in your area.
Dan - Site Editor - from 2017
Simonton 6500 Windows Costs
About the project: we plan to live in our home for 25 or so years, we are going to replace all of the windows in our home, which means a total of 17 windows. All of these measurements are Width x Height. We have 9 windows that are 34 3/4" x 48 1/2", 2 windows that are 34 3/4" x 62 1/2", 4 windows that are 24 3/4" x 38 1/2" two of which have to be tempered glass, large picture window that is 60 1/2" x 62 1/2" and a transom window right above it that is 60 1/2" x 23 1/2".
The main reason for replacing the windows is because of a pretty bad mold problem on our homes original wood clads. We have a big problem with water on the glass and wood frame and the occasional ice buildup on some of the windows. The house is about 8 1\2 years old, pretty tight except for the windows and about 40% humidity which kind of goes up and down some depending on how well our home's main exhaust fan is working (which our builder told us to run during the winter months to keep the humidity level down).
Now, for the estimates:
1.) Walsh Tundra 6000 double hung and Tundra 6700 picture windows with their Tundra Thermal Performance Package #4 triple pane vinyl replacement window in their basic white color. No grids or special colors/laminates. The sales and install is by Exquisite Windows and Doors, LLC. at a quoted price of about $16,200 installed.
2.) Okna Starmark triple pane composite replacement windows with the upgraded deluxe package in their basic white color and no grids. The sales and install is by AHT, Inc. at a quoted price of about $32,300 installed. (Side note: AHT does not carry any other window model than the Starmark series and they claim the Starmark window was mostly designed by them (AHT) and they brought it to Okna for the manufacturing.)
3.) Next is Tundraland, Inc. for their Tundraland series double-hung triple pane vinyl replacement windows in their basic white color and install done by Tundraland at a quoted price of about $25,000 installed. They are at "tundraland.com".
4.) Simonton 6500 series VantagePoint double hung double pane vinyl replacement window quoted by The Home Depot and installed by a Home Depot contractor. The price is their BEST replacement value of $13,844. They did provide a “GOOD” and “BETTER” choice of windows but those were pretty basic windows which I just eliminated right away.
I really like the Starmark series but the price seems way out of line (As does the Tundraland estimate) and the sales/installation company might have no competition in selling the Starmark series in Wisconsin. Am I missing anything or is the value way below the price?
Randy - Homeowner - from 2017
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I agree with you that $32K for 17 windows is just way too much – the Starmark is a very good composite window, but I’m confused how they can justify charging $1900 per window.
I don’t know Tundraland windows, it looks like they make their own windows, but I can’t comment either way on them.
I know that the Walsh Tundra makes a solid vinyl window and that they have a solid reputation in the area – over 40 years in business. This is what I’m leaning towards right now. I’d be interested to hear what the air infiltration on these windows is -- .10 or lower is good, .05 or lower is great.
I sort of think you need a couple more bids (I know you’ve already done four) – for instance the Okna 400 or 500 should be less than the Starmark, but they are excellent vinyl windows. Maybe there is an Okna rep. in your area – google “okna windows green bay” and see what you get.
Zen windows (they sell Soft-Lite) or Sunrise might also be available – check to see if any of these three brands are sold in your area and see if you can get a couple more bids from some of these top brands.
It’s a lot of work I know, but with everything going on with your windows, I think it’s worth a little more time. So far, I think that the Walsh bid is the front runner.
Tim - Site Editor - from 2017
Simonton 6100 Cost vs Pella 250
Pella 250 series from Lowes: $ 7,405
Pella 250 from local dealer: $8,650
Anderson Renewal: $19,293.00
Simonton 6100 from Home Depot: $ 8,730
Ywinco from local dealer: $ 4,340
Andy - Homeowner - from 2017
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The Pella 250 series is not the level of vinyl window I would want in my house. I would recommend you toss this. I don't love Lowes installation either so I would definitely not go through Lowes for the install portion.
The Renewal By Andersen bid is outrageous in general and not worth the money.
Viwinco makes a decent window but I agree its so low that something is off base. The company makes a number of models and I'm assuming you are getting the low end window, which I wouldn't recommend. The Viwinco Cambridge is the window I would use through them so go back and check to see if this is the window he wants to install. If it is, check his reviews. If they are good, use him.
The Simonton 6100 Series is a good window, not a great window, but good enough. I would be wary of using their installers though. Like the Pella through Lows, I don't love how these big box stores pay their subcontractors. I might buy the window through them, but I'd find an installer who had a stellar reputation and track record.
Tim - Site Editor - from 2017
Simonton VantagePoint 6500 Window Costs
Our door options are either an Anderson Aluminum clad wood door at $6500 or a Marvin Aluminum clad wood door at $8500.
Jackie - Homeowner - from 2016
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The patio door prices seem really high. Can you try to get a bid from the Soft-Lite dealer on a Soft-Lite door? That must be a huge door for $6500 to $8500. Have you considered a vinyl patio door since you are using vinyl windows. It might cut down considerably on the price you have to pay.
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Simonton 6100 Window Costs
I noticed you don't seem to like Home Depot for installation so I found a local installer here in Denver who sells Amerimax. According to your website, these should cost $600 max per window.
What am I missing? HD seems really high for this window.
Kelly - Homeowner - from 2016
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I like Amerimax windows, although they will be more expensive then Simontons in most cases. The Amerimax Masters Grande series, which is the company's entry level window, is equal in quality and construction with the VantagePointe 6100 series.
I think the Simonton VantagePointe window is a decent window. You could buy it from HD and then go out and find your own installer using Angies List or Yelp.
Most local companies will come out and give you a bid for the work. Whoever you use, just make sue they have good online reviews and a solid track record of installing windows in the past.
Dane - Site Editor - from 2016
Simonton 6100 Windows Pricing
Wallside (local dealer): $6100
6100 series (Home Depot): $8200
Pella 250 (Lowes): $4100
We are looking for a decent window/door wall that won't hurt us financially.
Ryan - Homeowner - from 2016
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I like the 6100 option, but it seems overpriced if you are getting it through HD.
The Wallside prices seem right and they make a good product. I would spend time making sure the dealer has a good reputation and track record. If these two criteria are met, then I'd pull the trigger.
Tim - Site Editor - from 2016
Simonton vs Marvin Windows
I also had options for double or triple glazing. The double glazed option was demonstrated for me, but not the triple, so I don't have any real reason to jump for the triple. I had them quote me sliders with these estimated sizes and three double-hungs (27x39").
The quote, including materials, permits, disposal, and labor, and allowing for the $3000 discount, was just under $21,000 for the double pane and just under $23,000 for the triple. Based on what I see on this site that seems pretty high, but I realize that I have pretty large windows here.
The $3000 discount disappears May 4, and I don't like to be rushed for this amount of money. Do you think I need to snap this deal up? (BTW - I do have a salesperson from Marvin's coming out on the 2nd!) I'd be so grateful for any feedback!
Kathleen - Homeowner - from 2016
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I think you need to try and get an estimate from Sunrise, which I'm pretty sure services Minnesota, although perhaps not all parts. Also try Okna and Soft-Lite and see if there is a dealer in your area. Also try a Simonton dealer, not HD, and get a bid on the Impressions 9800 series and see how they price out.
The quote you got does seem high, those windows sizes are not that big. I'd be curious to see how the Marvin window price quote comes in...let me know and we can go from there!
Dane - Site Editor - from 2016
Simonton Madeira Series Cost
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Simonton Madeira Cost Quote
Marvin Infinity Cost Bid: $34,500
Anlin Del Mar Cost Bid: $20,160
Sunrise Cost Bid: $19,940
SmartTech Cost Bid: $17,340
Pella 250 Cost Bid: $15,745
Madeira Cost Bid: $15,170
Zen Nirvana Cost Bid: $14,615
Amerimax Craftsman Cost Bid: $13,180
Justin - Homeowner - from 2021
Simonton Madeira And Daylight Cost Estimate
Tushar - Homeowner - from 2021
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Simonton Madeira Windows Cost
Phyllis - Homeowner - from 2021
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Dane - Site Editor - from 2021
Simonton Windows Price List
Revere Berkshire Elite: $500 each
Insignia e2: $800 each
Ply Gem 2: $1,200 each
Madeira: $1,400 each
Jan - Homeowner - from 2018
Simonton Madeira vs Milgard Tuscany
My other bid was on the Milgard Tuscany, which was $8500. This was for double pane windows, but it does include stucco work on three of the openings.
Also I will get a thousand dollar rebate from the Simonton job, but only $700 from the Milgard, although the specifics of why escaped me.
Mark - Homeowner - from 2016
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I think either choice sounds good, but the Simontons wins by a nose in my opinion.
Dane - Site Editor - from 2016
Simonton Daylight Max Series
Performance wise, the Daylight Max model in a slider offers a 0.06 air leakage rating, a 0.29 U-factor, a .028 SHGC, and a .54 visible transmittance. All in all, pretty decent energy efficient numbers. The frame is a little thin in my opinion, but it's a good option for more mild climate locations.
Dane - Site Editor
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Anlin Windows Price List vs Simonton
Anlin Catalina $13,500
Amsco Studio $12,000
(Amsco Windows Prices)
Milgard Styline $11,000
Anlin Catalina, Malibu Door: $7,200
Simonton Daylight Max: $6715
Thanks.
Ger - Homeowner - from 2023
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Retrofit Windows Prices
Alside Fairfield 80 Cost: $6,425
Simonton Daylight Max Cost: $7,170
Alside Mezzo Cost: $7,352
Wincor 5400 Cost: $8,575
Wincore 7700 Cost: $9,727
Provia Endure EN600 Cost: $11,315
Andersen Renewal Cost: $30,362
Gordon - Homeowner - from 2022
Simonton Daylight Max Cost vs. Milgard Trinsic
$19,798 Milgard Trinsic
$18,920 Simonton Daylight Max
$16,025 Anlin Catalina
Can you let me know what you think about the pricing and comparison with the windows.
Thank you.
Cindy - Homeowner - from 2021
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Dane - Site Editor - from 2021
Simonton Daylight Max Price Quote
Simonton Daylight Max Window Cost: $10,405
Milgard Tuscany Window Cost: $8,875
Bill - Homeowner - from 2021
Simonton Daylight Max Windows Costs
The windows he is using are Simonton Daylight Max Windows white Vinyl double pane low E3 Glass.
A couple of questions for you:
1: Is this reasonable price?
2: Should I be asking him for any more clarification on windows type/model?
Thanks.
Syed - Homeowner - from 2021
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[List Redacted -- contact us directly (Dane or Tim) for our good and great windows list
Dane - Site Editor - from 2021
Simonton Daylight Max Prices vs Milgard Tuscany
Anlin Catalina Window Cost: $19,280
Milgard Tuscany Window Cost: $18,385
Simonton Daylight Max: $18,500
Shannon - Homeowner - from 2021
Simonton Daylightmax Prices vs. Milgard Tuscany
Simonton Daylightmax $11.7K
Milgard Tuscany Series: $12K
Anlin Catalina Series: $13.7K
Anlin Del Mar Series: $18.5K
Sal - Homeowner - from 2020
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How Much Does A Simonton Daylight Max Cost
48 x 62 slider
48 x 48 slider x 3
47 x 71 single hung with tempered glass
70 x 47 slider
31 x 45 single hung x 2
45 x 45 picture
35 x 35 slider
22 x 71 picture with tempered glass
59 x 62 picture
59 x 23 slider w/ tempered glass
17 x 59 picture
46 x 98 single hung tempered bottom sash x 2
Single opening with 2 windows within:
70x46 Geometric
70x23 Geometric
Doors:
70 x 79 Sliding patio door
30 x 79 Swinging patio door
36 x 79 Swinging patio door
36 x 80 Utility door
Front door:
36 x 80 front door
12 x 80 glass next to front door.
The quotes I'm getting are quite varied for retrofit.
I have ~ 20 K for Simonton Daylight Max and 2 estimates for Anlin Del mar series coming in at 43.5K and 50K. Is there enough of a difference in these brands to warrant such a difference in price? Do those look like reasonable estimates? Thank you.
Ka - Homeowner - from 2021
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I'd be interested to see where the Milgard Tuscany bid comes in at...also maybe an Amerimax Craftsman Portrait series -- both of these are pretty comparable windows to the Simonton Daylight Max. Either the Anlin dealer is just way high or that Simonton price is pretty darn good.
Tim - Site Editor - from 2021
Simonton DaylightMax Pricing
We're replacing 25 windows in our 2-story house (1957, lath & plaster, no insulation) and so far, have 3 highly-rated companies bidding on the project. Some have included different windows in some cases. Most of the windows will be single hung with a couple of small sliders. A quarter of the windows are upstairs where the temps are noticeably higher. All of them are single pane, wooden windows-maybe they are the originals?
Here's what we've been quoted so far:
$15,250 for Simonton DaylightMax (double life, glass breakage warranty)
$11,752 for Ply Gem Pro 200 series including 3, triple glaze windows for upstairs bedroom (no glass breakage warranty)
$12,272 for Milgard Trinsic (glass breakage warranty optional)
-this contractor had a coupon deal in place.
$13,750 for Milgard Style Line
$14,200 for Milgard Trinsic Line
Thanks for any advice you can offer!
Roseanne - Homeowner - from 2021
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Even though this might get you back into that $14,000 range, I think that upgraded glass could be a nice feature to increase energy efficiency and keep you home cooler in the summers.
Tim - Site Editor - from 2021
Simonton Daylight Max Prices
Simonton 1-French Rail and 5-Daylight Max Windows w-2 year labor warranty. $5490
Milgard Tuscany 1-French Rail w-10 year labor warranty and 5-Windows w-6 year labor warranty. Around &6800
FYI - The Simonton bid has verbiage about agreeing to not confront them in social posts and I did notice some bad reviews in Yelp.
Please let me know your thoughts. It is greatly appreciated.
Thank You.
Kord - Homeowner - from 2020
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Is there another Simonton dealer that's sells either the Impressions 9800 or the Reflections 5500 series? These are both solid vinyl windows.
I would also stick to yelp and find a window company with has lots of solid five star reviews and start going through the bid process with two or three or three of these top companies.
Tim - Site Editor - from 2020
Simonton Daylight Max vs. Anlin Catalina
Anlin Catalina - $21,500
Anlin Del Mar - $26,500
Simonton Daylight max with some upgrades (sound package upgrade, spacer upgrade, roller upgrade) - $24500
Is this about right as far as pricing is concerned? and What do you recommend? I live in Southern California in the valley with high wind and hot temperatures in the summer.
Estimate for Catalina was a different company than Del Mar and Simonton. They said Del Mar is not that much different than Catalina and not worth the price. Your thoughts on this will also be appreciated.
Don't want to rush you with your response but we signed the contract for Catalina today but have 3 days to cancel. If Del Mar is far greater than Catalina and the pricing on Del Mar is reasonable, I'm willing to change. Your suggestion will help me greatly. Also, I've been having hard time finding a company that carry both Anlin Del Mar and Catalina.
Thank you again.
Susan - Homeowner - from 2020
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Simonton daylight max with upgrades of sound package, stainless roller, super premium spacer is not as good as Catalina?
Thank you so much for your help. I was so glad to find your site where we as consumers get honest help. I didn’t know about anlin and wasn’t considering it too much until I read your reviews.
Thank you again.
Susan - Homeowner - from 2020
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Best of luck to you on your upcoming project!
Dane - Website Editor - from 2020
Simonton Daylight Max Cost Quote
We received a quote for Anlin Delmar for 40 K, Simonton daylight max for 18 K( I can probably get this down to 16k) and Anlin Catalina for 22K(Originally 24k). I’m so confused on what to do I know they all have similar U Factors And I know Anlin is a better window. We have pretty much ruled out the Delmar but would greatly appreciate your suggestion or opinion between the daylight Max in the Anlin Catalina.
Thank you!
Aiyana - Homeowner - from 2020
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Dane - Website Editor - from 2020
Simonton DaylightMax Windows
Simonton DaylightMax: $6,790
With Masonite Door: $7,400
Anlin DelMar: $8,925
With ProVia Door: $10,421 ProVia Doors Reviews
Frances - Homeowner - from 2020
Simonton Daylight Max Cost
Ply Gem Pro (retrofit install): $8.7K
Simonton Daylight Max (retrofit install): $9.3K
Anlin Del Mar (retrofit install): $13K
Amerimax Craftsman Portrait (new construction install): $13K
Jonah - Homeowner - from 2018
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Dane - Website Editor - from 2018
Simonton Daylight Max Bid
Simonton Daylight Max
$9700
U-factor: 0.29
Low-e argon glass
Anlin Del Mar Windows and Malibu Sliding Doors
$12,900
U-factor : 0.26
Infinit-e plus argon glass
Anlin Catalina Windows and Malibu Sliding Doors
$11,000
U-factor: 0.27
Infinit-e plus argon glass
Sven - Homeowner - from 2018
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Dane - Website Editor - from 2018
Simonton Daylight Max Pricing
Simonton Daylight Max: $18,415
Milgard Styleline: $16,980
AMI 80 Series: $16,655
Yolanda - Homeowner - from 2018
Simonton 7300 Vinyl Windows
Should I ask more questions? windows are different sizes, one is a small bathroom, they are sliders. Does the frame style change cost? Does this bid seem high? Before I get other bids, am I missing something, I do not want to have hidden or unexpected charges or add-ons but am 1st time remodel on a 1971 condo that had all original. Regards.
Portia - Homeowner - from 2017
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The bid that you receive from a contractor out company should not have hidden costs. That's why you sign the work order that specifies what you are ordering and includes the installation instructions. Once you sign, they can't just bump up the price on you because you have a written contract.
Tim - Site Editor - from 2017
Simonton Windows vs Anlin
Anlin Monte Verde Series: $5620
Anlin BayView Series: $5554
Anlin Catalina/Del Mar Series: $7050
Simonton Daylight Series: $5736
Greg - Homeowner - from 2016
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Tim - Site Editor - from 2016
Simonton Daylight Max 7300 Prices
(2) 8' patio sliders
(1) 4' x 6' glider
(1) 3'x3' glider
No fancy add ons, just retrofit, normal installation in good condition condo.
$4450
Susan - Homeowner - from 2016
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Ask for the mid range vinyl window they offer and shoot me the prices when you get them. I think we can get that price down and maybe get you a better window! The key is going to be the cost on those patio sliders.
Dane - Site Editor - from 2016
DayLight Max Window Costs
Milgard Tuscany Series: $14.5K
Simonton Madiera Series: $13K
Simonton DayLight Max: $12K
Anlin Del Mar: $16K
Amerimax Craftsman: $11K
Daron - Homeowner - from 2016
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The Amerimax bid is very competitive in terms of pricing. I would do my due diligence and find out if the Amerimax dealer has a good reputation and has been in business for awhile. Assuming this true, this is the bid I'd go with. After that, I'd probably go with the Simonton DayLight Max series.
Dane - Site Editor - from 2016
Simonton Windows Prices :: ProFinish Series
The ProFinish Builder is a builder grade series that comes with the lower end components, glass and features. The upgraded Contractor is close in construction quality to the Asure model. The only difference is the balancing system. The Master model includes a few nice upgrades from the Contractor model such as the better sash design similar to the Reflections 550. Overall, the Pro-Finish window is comparable to Monte Verde window prices.
Tim - Site Editor
(assumes medium sized opening and normal installation)
Simonton ProFinish Contractor Series Cost
Have 21 year old single house in Bucks County PA, which is considered in the North-Central Energy Star Climate Zone.
We are replacing 20 vinyl single-hungs (avg size about 30" W x 60" Ht) and 3 fixed windows - one half-round (6 ft dia), one rectangular transom (6 ft x 2 ft), & one eyebrow w/extended legs (64"W x 36" Ht at center). Most of the windows have vinyl siding around them, whereas a set of 3 windows (2 mullion hung with a transom on top) and 1 eyebrow transom have an aluminum-capped wood frame around them surrounded by stucco. The appearance of the windows on the outside of the house is flat (or flush) with the house.
Note: We previously replaced a set of 3 windows 6 years ago with Simonton ProFinish Contractor Series, double-hung, double pane, Low-E Argon Gas, on the second story in the front of the house because of an issue we were having with a rain leak from this area. We have been satisfied with these windows. The appearance of these windows on the outside of the house is flat (or flush) with the house.
Considering an estimate for Simonton ProFinish Contractor Series, double-hung, double pane, Low-E Argon Gas for 23 windows mentioned above at $21,075. Contractor quote includes pulling the siding away from the house to install the nailing fin, which adds to the cost. This quote also includes some additional work to cut stucco, install flashing, & recap a ledge under the living room windows ( I guess this cost may be about $500-$800).
Got another estimate for OKNA 400 Deluxe (400dx) vinyl windows, but for the new installation model, which the contractor said is model 5500. (I could not find any info or model numbers on the internet for new installation OKNA windows.) Quote for 23 windows mentioned above is $19,000 which includes pulling the siding away from the house to install the nailing fin (this does NOT include the additional work under the living room windows which was estimated at $500).
Both contractors are recommending the new install type windows, which adds to the price. Both contractors seem to be experienced and reputable. But for windows that are considered mid-level at most, are these quotes reasonable for my location?
I see that you mostly recommend the OKNA 500 window over the 400, but the 400 Deluxe has almost the same U, SHGC, VT, & AI as the 500 Deluxe. Are the differences between these 2 models significant enough to choose the 500 Deluxe over the 400 Deluxe (as new installation models)? What would the cost difference be per window?
The OKNA window looks like it will protrude out from the house on the outside about an 1". Is this typical of most vinyl windows? Have a slight concern that the OKNA windows would look different on the outside than the Simontons that we installed previously, but the Simontons are not in close proximity to the other windows being replaced.
Are there any other windows you would recommend in the price range that I'm looking at?
Which of the two quotes would you choose? Which offers the best value?
Bill - Homeowner - from 2020
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The price sounds about right to me for new construction. I would think with new construction, your contractor could flush mount the 400. Ask him.
You have a good window in the 400!
Dane - WebsiteEditor - from 2020
Simonton Pro Finish Costs
It's quite a big difference and I'm wondering it the Marvin Integrity is worth the extra cost. We plan to be in this home for many many years to come.
Derek - Homeowner - from 2016
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Tim - Site Editor - from 2016
Simonton ProFinish Brickmould 600 Cost
Scotty - Homeowner - from 2016
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Simonton Stormbreaker Plus Cost
The Stormbreaker has a DP rating of 65 and is comparable to PGT 400 Impact window costs.
Tim - Site Editor
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How Much Does the Simonton Stormbreaker Plus Cost
William - Homeowner - from 2021
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Dane - Site Editor - from 2021
Simonton Stormbreaker Plus Cost
8 - double hung Simonton storm breaker plus windows
6 - arch top storm breaker plus single hungs
6 - storm breaker plus pictures
1- storm breaker plus Round top picture window
21 windows installed for $40,000
Seems way over priced from what I’ve found online
I live in Portland Texas, by the coast.
Thanks for your time.
Rodney - Homeowner - from 2021
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Here are my Texas selections...[List Redacted]
Dane - Site Editor - from 2021
Simonton Stormbreaker Plus Quote
Viwintech Shoreline 3100 Series: $17,268
Simonton Stormbreaker Plus Series: $22,282
Kriste - Homeowner - from 2020
Simonton Storm Breaker Price Bid
Chuck - Homeowner - from 2018
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Dane - Website Editor - from 2018
Simonton Storm Breaker Plus Pricing
Nadya - Homeowner - from 2018
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Dane - Website Editor - from 2018
Simonton Coastal Window Cost
Mary- Homeowner - from 2017
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Tim - Site Editor - from 2017
Simonton StormBreaker Cost vs. Eastern Architectural Bertha
Eastern Architectural Bertha: $16K
Simonton StormBreaker Plus: $20K
Judie - Homeowner - from 2016
Simonton Windows Prices :: 9800 Impressions Series
The Impressions 9800 model has two metal sash handles that make it a nicer looking model. It comes standard with many of the higher end features that Simonton offers. The Impressions 9800 window is comparable to the Soft-Lite Imperial Pro window.
Tim - Site Editor
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Simonton Impressions 9800 Cost Quote
Sunrise Vanguard Cost: $23,200
Sunrise Cost:$16,500
Simonton Impressions 9800 Cost: $14,900
Provia Endure Cost: $14,700
Sunrise Classic Cost: $16,900
Gilkey Window Cost: $20,990
Tyrone - Homeowner - from 2021
Simonton Impressions Bid Price
Hans - Homeowner - from 2016
Simonton 9800 Elite vs. Sunrise Restoration
Sunrise Restorations Quote: $3929
Simonton 9800 Elite Quote: $3572
Lew - Homeowner - from 2018
Simonton 9800 vs Sunrise Verde
Simonton 9800: $1350 per window
Sunrise Verde: $950 per window
Joy - Homeowner - from 2018
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Simonton 9800 vs. CWS 610/615 vs. PGT EnergyVue
Simonton 9800: $765 each
CWS 600: $750 each
PGT 5400 EnergyVue: $675 each
Meredith - Homeowner - from 2018
Southern Legacy Plus Series
Simonton Southern Legacy Plus vs Pella 250
Pella 250 Model - $18.3K
Reliabilt Atrium 3100 Model: $16K
Simonton Southern Legacy Plus: $14.1K
Alside Mezzo Model: $16,800
Sunrise V-Class: $21.4K
Window Mart 7100: $16K
My top three are the Sunrise, Simonton and Alside.
Michelle - Homeowner - from 2016
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Simonton Bay And Bow Prices
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Simonton Daylight Max Series
Milgard Tuscany: $12,800
Simonton Daylight Max: $13,200
Pella 250: $13,500
Nate - Homeowner - from 2018
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Tim - Site Editor - from 2018
Simonton Bow Window Prices
United Bow: $3.8K United Windows Cost
Simonton Bow: $4.6K
Jim - Homeowner - from 2017
Simonton Innovo Door Prices
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Simonton Innovo vs. Sunrise Sliding Doors
Greg - Homeowner - from 2017
Simonton Prism Gold Window Costs
Tim - Site Editor
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Simonton Gold Prism Cost Bid
Rick - Homeowner - from 2018
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Simonton Prism Platinum Series
The Simonton Prism Platinum comes standard with a stepped sill, interlocking meeting rail, tilt in sash, 7/8 inch insulating glass unit, and integrated lift rail. It uses argon fills, intercept space, ProSolar Low-e glass, and a fiberglass mesh screen. The Prism Platinum series is comparable to the Classic Sunrise window.
Tim - Site Editor
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Simonton Perfexion Series Cost
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Simonton Perfexion Silver Cost
Judy - Homeowner - from 2022
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Dane - Website Editor - from 2022
Norandex Perfexion Gold Windows Cost
We live in a condo near Atlanta with an HOA that uses a preferred local window company. I was quoted $550 per window for 5 Norandex Perfexion Gold windows (3 double hung and 1 twin-double hung) for a total installed price of $2,650.
Since our HOA limits who we can use for replacement and likely the type of window we can choose, I wanted to make sure this seems like a fair price. What are your thoughts?
Thanks.
Roxanne - Homeowner - from 2020
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Tim - Site Editor - from 2020
Perfexion Gold Double Hung Bid
PGT EnergyView 5400 (single hungs): $3500
Perfexion Gold Series (double hungs): $2157
Window World 4000: (double hungs): $2000
Alex - Homeowner - from 2020
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Tim - Site Editor - from 2020
Simonton Perfexion Window Bid
OKNA Insul-Tec Deluxe Series: $11,715
Norandex Perfexion Series: $9,415
VinylMax Edison Series: $16,960
VinylMax Newton: $18,960
Becky - Homeowner - from 2019
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Tim - Site Editor - from 2019
Perfexion Platinum Prices vs. Berkshire Elite
Thanks so much.
Perfexion Silver: $3000
Perfexion Platinum: $3500
Berkshire Elite: $2700
Marcella - Homeowner - from 2019
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Dane - Site Editor - from 2019
Simonton Perfexion Window Costs
Bid 1: PGT 5400: $12,000
Bid 2: Simonton Perfexion: $12,100
Pat - Homeowner - from 2019
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Dane - Website Editor - from 2019
Simonton Perfexion Price Quote
Cary - Homeowner - from 2018
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Tim - Site Editor - from 2018
Simonton Windows Prices :: Clear Vue Series
Simonton Clear Vue Windows Cost Quote
Joe Homeowner - from 2021
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Dane - Site Editor - from 2021
Verona Series Cost
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Simonton Verona Costs vs. Alside Preservation
Simonton Verona: $13K
Alside Preservation: $18K
Lorraine - Homeowner - from 2018
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Tim - Site Editor - from 2018
Simonton Pearl Bay ImpactSeries
Pearl Bay Coastal Collection Price Bid
The original quote was $37500, but as a model home we would get this for $17,800. I know that since we are in coastal Florida and the windows have to be hurricane .impact rated and these are Miami Dade rated (highest rating for large projectiles), this still seems high? What are your thoughts? Thank you.
Brad - Homeowner - from 2021
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My top picks for storm windows and doors include [List Redacted -- contact us directly (Dane or Tim) for our good and great windows list.]
Dane - Site Editor - from 2021
General Simonton Windows Cost
Home Depot Price Quote
Hari - Homeowner - from 2020
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Dane - Website Editor - from 2020
Casement Windows Costs
The installer recently told me he can also get Simonton windows, which seem to get much better reviews. Why would he push the Alsides over the Simontons? Thanks.
Chris - Homeowner - from 2018
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I like the fact that you have an installer you trust with a good reputation. Now let's find a mid range Simonton casement that you like the look of and will meet your budget concerns.
Dane - Website Editor - from 2018
Simonton Bid vs. Joyce
Timmy - Homeowner - from 2018
Simonton vs. Anlin Del Mar
The other bid was for Simonton windows, although I'm not sure about the series. This one was $8770.
Sue - Homeowner - from 2017
Simington Windows Estimate
Jeffrey - Homeowner - from 2017
Window Quotes From Home Depot
Shirley- Homeowner - from 2017
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In order to find out whether you are paying too much (more precisely, to find out the fair market price) you need a few bids from local companies. Three or four bids should show you a range of products and hopefully should tell you whether the HD bid is fair or is too high.
Also, I typically advise consumers to be careful about HD installation, which often uses low paid subcontractors who don't necessarily spend as much time as they should installing your windows. Shortcuts in installation can come back to cost you quite a bit of money down the road.
Tim - Site Editor - from 2017