replace a window

Hi Community, Our “luxury” condo has an aluminum frame window that was set incorrectly and doesn’t close properly. It’s one of those big windows that for some strange reason swings INTO the room, making it super inconvenient for just about everything since it’s so big and just hangs out into room. Would like to get it replaced with casement that opens out. Does anyone have a recommend for local window company that does good work? Also, any ideas how much something like this might cost? thank you

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in Doors & Windows 11 years and 1 month ago

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stevenjames | 10 years and 11 months ago

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You can ask this to an expert for better understanding. There are companies like the Modern Glass Designs and they are sure to guide you and tell you about the payment for the task. Just visit www.modernglassdesigns.com.

leonardcooper | 11 years ago

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The point is if you still wish to get an aluminum frame window or you wish to replace with some other like the vinyl one. It entirely depends on your budget. Both windows are good in their own aspects, moreover it depends on your home interior and decor too. I had earlier replaced my old pane windows with the vinyl ones because they are energy efficient and they fitted my budget. I asked for help from [value windows and doors](http://www.topix.com/forum/city/duarte-ca/TURPHF2SUQJKL1GDL) for this purpose and they offered a promising service and help. You could ask them to remove and replace the windows as they don’t charge extra for removing windows, they are pretty much affordable and you can have a perfectly fit windows for your condo 🙂

james25steven | 11 years ago

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It is better if you seek the advice of an expert professional like I asked the Modern Glass Designs. They are sure to help you solve this issue. Modern glass design provide these services like Replacement Windows.

richardkg | 11 years ago

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There are lot of window companies out there. If you could as some of your neighbors you may find a good company. I guess all the windows in your condo are of aluminium frame and are looking for the same then your options narrows as not a lot of companies sells aluminum frame windows. If you don’t care much about aluminium frame, I recommend to [go for vinyl replacement windows](http://www.windowchoice.ca/window-tips/why-do-most-homeowners-prefer-vinyl-windows). They are much better energy efficient than aluminium windows and cheaper too. You will get wide range of options too. You may find one that looks very similar to the aluminium windows so that it synchronize with other windows.

premierbuildingny | 11 years and 1 month ago

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@diygirl We would like to help you out in anyway possible regarding your window project. Please call us at (516)359-5729 for any questions or quotes. You can also visit our website to view our previous projects. Thank You, Premier Building www.premierbuildingny.com

bklynbeginner | 11 years and 1 month ago

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we just replaced our kitchen window. We went to Window Palace on McDonald ave (contractor recommendation) and worked with Nat. He worked through what we needed to make LPC happy and was generally very helpful. It looks just like our old window. Time estimates were on target as was delivery.

resident2 | 11 years and 1 month ago

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First check your Condo Plan. (Prospectus) If you are in a new development; the sponsor is liable and responsible for most structural and mechanical systems for a period of up to seven years. They have to replace/repair any defects such as incorrect installation. But also many plans have some specifics about changing windows, to prevent the building from looking like a patchwork of different styled windows.