Personally I would recommend PGT especially if you can buy them from a diamond dealer that can provide you the crystal care warranty. The estimate from Zager (CWS bid) is approx. They make a wood window with any aluminum cladding. PGT WinGuard Vinyl windows and doors are designed to meet or exceed the International Building Code for: Air infiltration Water resistance Deglazing Forced-entry resistance Structural integrity Small and large missile impact protection Residential intruder protection WinGuard Vinyl 5500 Series Architectural AR5520 Both Pella and Viwinco are not considered quality windows. The CWS 8000 series is a good impact window. PGT 5500 new winguard vinyl series which are triple pane, laminated, and insulated with lowE coating. There are very few window companies I talked to in my area who would even quote Soft-Lite windows. The CWS windows were nice but averaged $1250.00 per window. I would recommend a few more bids to see how these compare. Itd products are designed for both new construction and existing homes. Marie - Homeowner - from 2016, Marie, the 8200 is quite a nice impact window, assuming you like how the window looks. Soft-Lite appear to be a very good quality product but can't find much info on them and barely anything about Paradise Exteriors, but don't want to miss out on potentially great windows for an awesome price! I've personally installed hundreds of them (thousands? Well also ask the company (GJC Port Charlotte) that gave us the PGT 14K quote if CW or Simonton is an option that will save us money. Across street from ocean. Jeremy - Homeowner - from 2016, Jeremy, that is a big price difference. Dane - Site Editor - from 2018, Hi Dane, I live in Clearwater Florida and would appreciate your advice on my 2 final choices/quotes. PGT Windguard Vinyl Impact Resistant Windows, Eastern Architectural ERTHA Series Vinyl Windows & Doors. I am replacing 8 windows Send our site editor Dane your questions, and get personalized answers that can save you thousands of dollars on your project! Are the CWS impact windows as well? I would say local companies that carry PGT, Sunrise, Okna, Soft-Lite, Zen, Polaris, Vytec, and Simonton would all be good brands to pursue. I'm very bummed that we can no longer get Gorell (out of business), the 5400 that they sold was a very hefty window and very well made. Dane - Site Editor - from 2022, I just got done with a 5-hour spiel from a sales rep for FHIA (Florida Home Improvement Associates, Inc.) who made a big to-do about their being the home improvement contractor of choice for Sam's Club and BJ's. Which one were you thinking of?? Any thoughts on the CWS 6100 or recommend any non-impact vinyl from either company? 1 - 50 x 60 Slider Dane - Site Editor - from 2017, Hi. The company that bid it out had two options, either the WinGuard from PGT or the Wind Pact Plus from Custom Window Systems. I think the Simonton VantagePointe window is pretty good, but I would see how much you can get the CWS dealer to come down on his price and see if you can't get it to closer to 10K. Eastern Architectural Systems 2. Is this true? Dane - Site Editor - from 2018, Hi, we recently got bids for CWS and PGT for three sets of Hurricane Non-Impact windows. I was told by the Installer that Stormbreaker plus windows has a perimeter trim which covers more of the glass. Damien - Homeowner - from 2016, Damien, 11 quotes, wow, I am impressed you had the fortitude to sit through all of that. Do you recommend one over the other. And New South, whose product pitch was impressive. Soft-Lite Barcelona Series Windows and PGT 5470 Series Doors: $28.5k PJ - Homeowner - from 2019, PJ, in Florida I usually recommend PGT, CWS, Simonton and Ply Gem. Quote was for 15 slider windows with prairie grid. I'd probably give the nod to CWS in terms of their impact windows, but I'd give the nod to Simonton in terms of overall reputation and strength as a company. We have 2 more companies seeing us this week that will give us quotes. It doesn't cover much! If they refuse, I think you still have a fair price. 10 of the windows are in block/stucco and 2 are in a wood frame. PGT Windows have a great reputation in the window installation/manufacturer business. Send our site editor Dane your questions, and get personalized answers that can save you thousands of dollars on your project! CWS - CUSTOM WINDOW SYSTEMS ( WindPact Plus Large Missle Impact Windows) Increased Energy Efficiency - All CWS vinyl impact windows are AAMA and NFRC certified, and are compliant with ENERGY STAR and Green Building standards when ordered with LoE 366 Cardinal Glass. I would absoutely get a bid from PGT on their WinGuard window. HU-3978, I just got quotes on windows from Paradise, Window Wall and PGT from Home Depot. Andersen Windows & Doors. I think it offers better long term value over the first bid. We too are trying to decided between the vinyl vs aluminum PGT Winguard windows and doors. Do these windows have a good build quality? Thank you. Tracy - Homeowner - from 2016, Tracy, PGT and CWS are mainly available on the coast, particularly in Florida. I believe these are the best vinyl window series they carry, but definitely double check with the sales people on this. Alliance Window Systems. I included the measurements and location of the windows on the yellow sheet attached above. But basically they are both considered good impact window manufacturers in Florida. Everyone knows PGT. I was told that PGT did not have the lifetime warranties that CWS was offering is this true? Forgive me for the question, but what does that have to do with PGT in this case? I feel like they were trying to rip me off. Thanks for your help and I hope you have a great night!!!! I'm in FL. . We liked the Simonton product slightly better, but most important, we found installers with great history and recommendations. Also find a Simonton dealer and get a bid on their Stormbreaker Plus. What I'm really trying to find out is if there are any significant differences in their single hung vinyl wind impact windows between the two companies. I only looked as far as some online reviews and saw nothing to like about them. Guessing you meant CWS in this case? I really would love to know the difference between the two if there are any differences. Lorelei - Homeowner - from 2015, Lorelei, here are 4 manufacturers that should have dealers or local window companies in Michigan that carry their windows. Weather Shield: Premium Coastal Windows & Doors. Use that first bid as leverage to see how low that PGT dealer/company is willing to go for your business. I hadn't heard that MWM. Custom Windows Systems has manufactured windows and doors since 1986. Are my windows too large fir casement gear mechanisms etc? The Simonton is actually not a bad window, it's a decent middle of the road vinyl window, although I'm always very wary about the installation you might be getting from the subs through HD. Its possible they dont know (youd be amazed what the pros dont know about their own product sometimes). I actually think it's the CWS Aria a pretty decent vinyl window. Dane - Site Editor - from 2016. We have 2 more companies seeing us this week that will give us quotes. Well also ask the company (GJC Port Charlotte) that gave us the PGT 14K quote if CW or Simonton is an option that will save us money. Basically he offered the CWS 8100-SH (I guess that means single hung) for 11 windows (the seven regular-sized I mentioned earlier and the smaller kitchen window and 3 bathroom windows at the no-discount price of $18,539, good for a year. 1. I would probably compare it to the PGT5400, which I also like. Thanks millworkman. The PGT Innovations' family of brands include CGI, PGT Custom Windows & Doors, WinDoor, Western Window Systems, CGI Commercial and Eze . Thank you. What were the defects in this application. Meredith - Homeowner - from 2018, -- Estimated CWS 8000 Costs: $600 to $750 installed -- All windows will be single hung. You don't need to sacrifice substance for style; we design each window for smooth operation and quality performance. Custom Window Systems (CWS) is an established hurricane impact window and door company located in Ocala, Florida. Here's what I would do, call up PGT and see who their local rep is in your area and have them give you a bid. How about ECO window systems in Florida; how do they compare with PGT? Wiltrack Construction And Development Group LLC. Product Type Windows Narrow sightlines, custom configuration and sizing that scales to your needs there are plenty of reasons to love our window line. As noted in our energy efficiency section, your local climate will be a factor. The Company expects its net leverage ratio at closing to be approximately 2 . Now it's time to scrutinise ES Windows! CWS is owned by PGT I do believe for a couple of years now, they just operate under the original name. I am going with Simonton. Scott, Vargas & his Team are incredibly talented and Customer service is Job #1 . Replacement Windows Information and Forum for all brands of windows. Ive had my CWS windows for a year now and the only thing I don't like are the latches. 2 - 52 x 75 They are doing. The CWS salesperson carries PGT and claims that PGT line is 8-10% more than the CWS line. I have been following your website for sometime and have read over your reviews of various companies. It's more expensive and some homeowners just can't afford to go that route (in which case I suggest the Custom Window Systems). Get the two bids and see how they compare; sometimes you will get wildly different bids from local companies depending on how busy or not busy their work schedule. If those are equal, I would probably go with the PGT only because they are a bit bigger operation. Curious about your final installation experience Nicole and Janice? Have narrowed my search down to PGT Winguard Aluminum windows and now trying to decide between single hung and casement windows.Majority of windows are 36x72. Simonton Stormbreaker Plus Would appreciate your steering me in the right direction. Eco windows have a large bottom sash if I remember right. Get these 3 bids and see how they compare. Thanks again for all the help, Thank you MWM. Can you go back to the local dealer and ask them to custom order it for you? Advise: Be the squaky wheelbut a nice squeaky wheel. PGT 5500 new winguard vinyl series which are triple pane, laminated, and insulated with lowE coating. Tim - Site Editor - from 2016. Tim - Site Editor, -- Estimated CWS Windpact Costs: $700 to $1,000 installed -- Windows include 1 larger FR, 6 medium sized ones say 48 x 60, 2 small Bath, 1 garage, 1 small kitchen into lane and 4 BR windows. I am having a hard time finding any solid review on CWS non-impact windows. (impact exterior). I got a final bid from AmCraft and that came in at $16,490. (assumes medium sized window and normal installation), I am replacing my windows in St Petersburg, FL (central, coastal Florida). Off hand, I dont know which companies in Florida offer an exterior bronze vinyl window. #1 Elaine - Homeowner - from 2021, Im replacing a large slider door in Destin Florida. PGT aspires to develop innovative flexible solutions for. Windows are : Can be purchased as an option with PGT. Innovation is central to creating windows and doors that are smarter, stronger, and safer for our customers. The first three make both impact and non impact windows that should serve your purposes. My CWS quote was DOUBLE my PGT quote, so you need another quote directly from a local dealer/installer. Are there any window fabricators that make in bulk colored vinyl product? Never heard of the others and nothing about them looks impressive from their website and PGT has a pretty good history for products and customer service. Use the HD bid as leverage, say something like, I have a bid on Simonton (leave out that it's from HD) that is $8500 and I know you can't match it, but I need you to work with me on the price because I really want to go with you. I have no qualms recommending them. CWS, PGT, and Soft-Lite all have good reputations. Quote is $9,676. 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. The contractor was here today to give us a quote, and told me the windows he would use are Custom Window Systems 8200 series. Call Doug Ramsey at Sequel. I noticed that many people had asked about those windows in 2016 and was wondering if you have any better feel for the product? Would you give me your opinion on them ? Cherry or white cabinets in updated kitchen? Here is a summary of how the competitors of PGT Custom Windows + Doors compare to one another: Ply Gem Holdings has the most employees (9,471). Products designed specifically for hurricane impact zones in Florida and other coastal markets. Founded in 1980, the Company employs approximately 1,700 at its manufacturing, glass laminating and tempering plants in North Venice, Florida. I am looking at quotes for PGT and CWS. About Us Previous Next Consumers Protect your investment, increase curb appeal, and maximize your energy savings. House type and interior window treatments also play a part in this decision. I know that the Softlite are among the best vinyl windows. . The installers concur that they are difficult to open and close. What are the best hurricane rated impact windows we can buy? They will be removing all the old windows and installing all the new ones clean up delivery building permit, all included. If it were me, I would turn to the quality of the installers as the deciding factor. (assumes medium sized window and normal installation), Tim, I have a quote on the Coastal version of the Simonton 6100 series. The CWS Impact STORM STRONG from Window World were the same price: $33, 000 for 31 windows. The cost of a Double Hung Vinyl Andersen 400 Series window would be around $280 per window, which averages around $350 total to install. The test that I was thinking of is ASTM E331. Collect your bids and then see if you can negotiate down the price. I got a quote from CWS today on 18 windows for $22,640. The quotes are for six 73 x 52 windows (in three pairs across the front of our home). Can you advise if pricing is reasonable. My second choice is the Simonton 9800 series. Impact windows protect people, furnishings, and floors from harmful UV rays. We did this past summer for 5 hurricane impact windows. http://pgtwindows.com/products/sh5400/ I would ask the people there which window has a better track record and go with their recommendation. PGT Innovations expects to finance the transaction with cash on hand and existing or additional financing arrangements. Does anyone have an idea about the price difference between PGT Winguard Aluminum windows and Marvin or Anderson impact windows? I'm no expert, only sharing what I read. " I'd get a bid on the following: The CWS windows quoted are for 8100 Windpact Plus vinyl single hung windows. Thank you. PGT: WinGuard Hurricane Windows & Doors. To be honest, I didn't even know they offered a Coastal version of the 6000 series. All four of the companies I mentioned make a good premium vinyl window. Their Armor or Barcelona series are going to be preferable the Durashield. This is through CWS. Linda - Homeowner - from 2020, Linda, the pricing sounds good; about what I'd expect to hear for a project of this size. Cabana Door is oversized on length but narrower than standard widths. So what series would you recommend from CWS and PGT that I look into? I just had a window replacement guy out at the house to give a quote. Any info would help. That's right. I don't actually have much in terms of performance data -- U-value, air infiltration, SHGC, VT, or CR. I would also monitor the work and be hands on, as much as possible the crews work better when they know. One of the contractor suggested Jeld Wen brand windows. CWS Windows Prices Hello Dane, thanks for the response. These windows should never have been delivered to our home for installation. Tim - Site Editor - from 2020, Dane, Tim, Good afternoon. We proudly innovate and introduce products that meet, or exceed, the most stringent coastal requirements. I would say the PGT is the winner for me given the product and the price. Tim - Site Editor - from 2020, Hi, Im replacing a sliding glass door in a house in Destin Florida. Kennedy Skylights 6. Any comments regarding Soft-Lit Barcelona impact windows? There is less than $2000 difference in total cost from two contractors, one using CWS and one using Simonton. They feel really cheap. Also, see if you can find someone local who sells the Simonton Stormbreaker Plus Series. Jeromy, that price is much more in line with what I was thinking. If you are considering PGT's - READ the warranty. Meredith - Homeowner - from 2018, Meredith, I like all three bids and windows you have and good work on getting the bids as low as you can get. Sue - Homeowner - from 2019, Sue, the price is definitely in the realm of reasonable for an impact window. Also we have a home in sw florida and are considering building a home there and would like a product for that area as well but must be hurricane rated. Over 30 windows and they did it in about 5 days. I recently put a ton of single hungs into a home in Florida and the homeowner was very pleased. The size is 24 3/4 W &29 3/8 H. New custom windows and doors are a great investment with many benefits. It sounds like they are responding so that's good, but yes you have to pay for the labor and that seems unfair given the timeline of the install. One company claims that the CWS Aria series windows are not good and don't compare to Soft-Lite Durashield. Is this true? 3 - 36 x 72 single hung We compared apples to apples as far as being vinyl, Low-E, Argon filled, etc. However, they are tremendously difficult to open and close, requiring two hands to pull on the handle. FAS is coming out today. Atrium Windows and Doors. I was originally going with PGT's but I feel the New South window is a much better quality window and has the best warranty in the business and for the same price as two of the PGT quotes I got. WINGUARD ENERGYVUE Tim - Site Editor - from 2016, Do you have any suggestions on which brands to look at for our cold Michigan winters? ", I know that no intruders will be able to enter my home. Ive put in some good sized wi, French door vs sliding? CWS Windows prices are in the mid range of other vinyl and aluminum windows. Do the same with CWS, Custom Window Systems, and see what their bid comes in at. Business Profile Custom Window Systems, Inc. Windows Contact Information 1900 SW 44th Ave Ocala, FL 34474-8743 Get Directions Visit Website (352) 368-6922 Customer Complaints 11 complaints. Renewal by Andersen: $58k The other company you should look at is PGT, which is my go to window. Dane - Site Editor - from 2022, Hi Dane, I am trying to find out what the difference is between the CWS StormStrong series and the CWS WindPact Plus series. I have looked over the companies and the models you have reviewed and recommended, but unfortunately for me all your recommendation are for those residing in the northeast. Again, thanks for your insight. We had 21 CWS 8100 Series windows installed in 2018. What's your vote? Dane - Site Editor - from 2018, -- Estimated CWS StormStrong Costs: $9,00 to $1,200 installed -- By the way, we live in PA . Single hung windows used to be the red headed stepchild of windowshowever that has changed. $6400 for 3 panels 143 x 80. You enjoy uncompromised quality from the newest advances in . In terms of quality windows on a budget, I think you are on the right track! FAS Windows & Doors!!! Thank you! I have the following size windows: 2 each 36 x 49 picture window, 1 each 82 x 105 Picture Window, 1 each 72 x 24 x 12 Eyebrow & Legs Picture, 1 each 36 x 24 picture window, 1 each 96 x 19 picture window, 1 each 36 x 61 hung window, 3 each 30 x 36 picture window, 3 each 52 x 70 hung window, 1 each 36 x 24 hung window seems like they use PGT windows. Not all will have dealers in your zip code, but a google search for "Sunrise windows in [your city, state]" (as an example) should bring up local companies who carry the brand. Architectural windows are the ultimate expression of creativity and individuality and create a truly one-of-a-kind look. Tim - Site Editor - from 2018, -- Estimated CWS StormStrong Costs: $9,00 to $1,200 installed -- Thank you so very much! CWS is coming in at nearly $9,000 less than PGT!!! I was quoted by a FHIA representative a total of $63K with lifetime warranty on labor, vinyl windows and doors, accidental glass breakage, impact resistant hurricane glass breakage. Have a great day! That doesn't mean that you can't try and shave off some of the cost of the PGT bid though. I feel like that would be worth the price difference. If it were me, I would search for local companies that carry PGT windows, Custom Window Systems (CWS), and perhaps someone who carries the Simonton StormBreaker Plus or the Simonton Impressions 9800 (you will need to get a couple upgrades to get the 9800 hurricane rated).