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sandra_zone6

Shock of price quote - is this reasonable?

sandra_zone6
10 years ago

I'm trying to get over sticker shock - salesman just left. I received a quote for Marvin Infinity windows in my CT home. I do have walnut stained wood trim throughout my colonial home and grills are pretty much standard in all the homes around me. Price includes in-glass grills, outside color to match existing trim on all but 3 windows, their fake wood that can be stained to match my trim, 272 glass. I was told I need special glass for the 2 windows in the bathroom. These are all double hung except the one square window above my sink which is a slider.

Quote was $34,650 for

windows:
4 of 31.5" x 62"
9 of 31.5" x 50"
2 of 27.5" x 46" (special glass)
1 of 27.5" x 46"
1 of 37.5" x 37.5"

2 sliders:
68.5" x 78.5"

2 picture windows that have solid glass in the middle with double hungs on each end:
solid glass 25" x 54"
double hung 51.5" x 54"

I'm in sticker shock, this is about double what I expected. Are windows truly this costly? I can save $4838.00 if I opt for white interiors but then I have all walnut stain throughout the house with white windows - I'm thinking I'd be shooting myself in the resale value area.

Comments (15)

  • sandra_zone6
    Original Author
    10 years ago

    Just an added note; windows are to replace single pane wood framed windows with real wood mullions that have metal storms in a 1984 colonial. Our current windows are quite drafty even with the storms. I do believe new windows would make us more comfortable but think this is really expensive.

  • mmarse1
    10 years ago

    Fiberglass is expensive alone, then throw a stainable interior..its expensive but within normal.
    Infinity are so much nicer better than pella fiberglass which are total garbage and cheap looking in my opinion.

  • sandra_zone6
    Original Author
    10 years ago

    In CT, if interested in the colored interior because of all of our stained woodwork, is vinyl an option or are other less expensive options to look at? I do have a Sunrise dealer coming, but he can't make it for another 2 weeks.

  • mmarse1
    10 years ago

    Sunrise or soft lite elements are great options. Make sure sunrise ismthe vanguard or restorations.

  • HomeSealed
    10 years ago

    The Infinity is a nice window, but unless there are some incredible circumstances present here, nearly $1400 per unit is definitely on the high side. Not to mention that you are taking a significant hit in energy efficiency when compared to a premium vinyl like Softlite, Okna, Himark, Softlite. I'd shop around a little bit more ;)

  • sandra_zone6
    Original Author
    10 years ago

    Yes, thank you for the advice. I've been reading on-line since picking myself up off the floor....

    I've been able to send off requests for Sunrise and Okna.

    I had them break the quote out. It ran $19,464 for the 17 windows, $6810 for the picture windows and $8384 for the 2 sliders.

    I've been reading some nice things about the Okna, and was so surprised that those windows rate higher than the fiberglass. I am hoping that I can find something in one of those top end vinyls that will match or come close to my trim. I can't see looking at white windows with all my walnut stained woodwork, trim and baseboard. I can't really find any pictures to look at, but the image in my head is just not pleasant.

    I'll be back once I get a few more quotes.... Thanks again!!!

  • HomeSealed
    10 years ago

    Sounds great Sandra, sounds like you are on the right track!

  • PRO
    Out of the Woods Inc.- Window & Door Specialists
    10 years ago

    That price includes installation?

  • sammia
    10 years ago

    Sandra, a couple of facts that I recently found out when I was in your exact position. Sunrise make at least 4 types of windows those being Essentials,Sunrise,vanguard and the top of the range Restorations.However if you go to the Sunrise website you wont see any mention of Vanguard and Restorations as they are marketed seperately under their own sites. Your Sunrise dealer will most likely not carry these units and may as happened to me actually deny that they exist. They are also sold seperately with their own dealers. Best thing to do is compare the features of each type on their individual websites and then arrange to meet the agent for whichever window you prefer. The good news is that you will see a saving in comparison to Infinity. Good luck!

  • mmarse1
    10 years ago

    Your sunrise dealer probably didnt know they existed. I highly doubt he was being dishonest.

    This post was edited by mmarse1 on Thu, Oct 10, 13 at 16:08

  • sammia
    10 years ago

    Yeah right! He's in the wrong game if that's the case. He actually told me to f..k off when I told him of my choice.

  • Karateguy
    10 years ago

    Wow Samia, that is shocking. Like mmarsel I'd like to give the guy the benefit of the doubt, but after that type of behavior you are probably right. I'd contact sunrise and let them know the type of outfit that is representing their product.

  • HomeSealed
    10 years ago

    No class at all. I'd echo karateman's sentiments.

  • goodbyekitty
    10 years ago

    Any companies in the northwest that anyone can recommend besides Marvin Integrity? You guys on the east coast seem to have more variety =)

  • PRO
    Windows on Washington Ltd
    10 years ago

    The next most prevalent is going to Milgard.

    Have you reached out them yet?