Landmark Windows
My parents are intent on replacing the front windows of their landmarked brownstone. Before they embark upon this costly project, does anyone have any recommendations for a window contractor experienced with landmark buildings to install the window? Many thanks in advance!
My parents are intent on replacing the front windows of their landmarked brownstone. Before they embark upon this costly project, does anyone have any recommendations for a window contractor experienced with landmark buildings to install the window?
Many thanks in advance!
We used EZ-Tilt several years ago and were totally satisfied with their work. No problems since. They are definitely well-known and well-regarded at the LPC.
FWIW, Historical Windows of NY is the Manhattan office of EZ-Tilt. I think the only difference is that their showroom highlights custom, architect-designed windows, not just Marvins.
Recommend Historical Windows of NY. They did a brick-to-brick replacement of all our windows this summer and we are very happy.
About 3 years ago I replaced a few rear yard facing windows in my historic district brownstone. Both EZ-Tilt and Bay Ridge Windows bid on the job with Marvin windows as the replacements. EZ-Tilt, the costlier bidder, was well organized, professional and knowledgeable about historic district issues. Bay Ridge seemed less so. I went with Bay Ridge, because of the price and the limited scope of the project that had very few problems. So far, I’m satisfied.
We have used EZ-Tilt in Bay Ridge twice but that was before our neighborhood was designated a historic district. They are VERY expensive (for Marvin windows, full installation) but their installation is top drawer which was critical to us. I have also heard directly from LPC staffers that EZ-Tilt have lots of experience handling the paperwork so you wouldn’t need an architect. On the other hand, if we end up needing to do more window replacements I know Id try to find somewhere less costly.
We used Windows We Are last year for exactly this project – they took care of all the landmarks filings for a reasonable fee and the installation was done in two days (10 windows). I would highly recommend them.
Many of the window manufactures or installers are familiar with the landmark process and will do the drawings and submit them to the lpc themselves likely for less than what an architect will charge. You don’t need an architect for this.
I uses Airflo but it was a long and frustrating experience. Window Fix uses Marvins. I have not used them for a big job, but they were terrific for the small job they did for me and I’d consider them for future window projects.
You will need to have an architect create the drawings and file with Landmarks and DOB for permit. As long as you provide what they are looking for, it is not a problem.
You will need to have an architect create the drawings and file with Landmarks and DOB for permit. As long as you provide what they are looking for, it is not a problem.