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Replacement Windows - what material to choose

rrrobie
13 years ago

Just bought a 20 year old house with drafty, leaky, single-pane aluminum windows in hot, humid south texas. Looking into replacement windows, I'm at a loss since all I seem to find in my research are the negatives of each product/material.

We have several circular windows, so apparently fiberglass is out.

Humidity and moisture and price make wood is an unlikely choice.

Fibrex by RBA is extremely expensive, but had an impressive sales pitch.

Aluminum conducts heat/cold.

Vinyl gets mixed reviews about durability.

Curious to hear for anyone with experience about what products they have worked with, and what material, or even specific brand they might recommend.

Thanks in advance!

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