We hear about PGT all the time and both of my husband's siblings went with PGT on their homes. If the AmCraft bid is only $3.5K above CWS though, the CWS bid might not be out of line. It sounds like the opening is probably not standard so this is probably the reason (one of them certainly) for the high cost. What are your thoughts? Thanks so much. Not a world beater, but a solid mid range vinyl window. . Let me know your thoughts. Air infiltration rate, U-value, design pressure would be the three data points I would look at CWS Aria 610 Series Windows and 8800 Series Doors: $24k (assumes medium sized patio door and normal installation), I'm set to replace 3 patio dors and 19 windows. Tim - Site Editor - from 2016, House windows 1 size H37.5 x W 35.5 seems like they use PGT windows. Give me your ideas, thank you. Braden - Homeowners - from 2012, The CWS and PGT bids you got don't seem out of line in terms of price, the Gorell price bid is ridiculous - do not go with that ridiculous bid regardless of what they say. Stormbreaker plus quote: $9100 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. A very uninspiring window, but it does get the job done. Again, thanks for your insight. I trust the contractor doing the installation. Once you've reached this, you'll know it because they won't move any lower, then you sign on the dotted line. (assumes medium sized window and normal installation), Hello, we met with an installer and they offered us the CWS 8200 series impact winodws. Custom Window Systems (CWS) is an established hurricane impact window and door company located in Ocala, Florida. I have looked at PGT and CWS, but it seems that all extruded vinyl for the frames is white in color, but can be painted on the exterior facing surface. Also, I'm not a big fan of using PVC windows in the south. Quote was for 15 slider windows with prairie grid. Any other better options out there using the Ygreene program? They can be vinyl, which I prefer, but must match the color of the rest of the association windows. (I would love to go with your company, but you are more expensive than the CWS -- if you could match them, I would sign with you, etc.) All four of the companies I mentioned make a good premium vinyl window. Thank you MWM. Jeromy, that price is much more in line with what I was thinking. Meredith - Homeowner - from 2018, -- Estimated CWS 8000 Costs: $600 to $750 installed -- Thanks again Dane and greatly appreciate getting your feedback! If this doesnt work, I would start googling local window dealers in your area and simply asking them what brands they carry and if the brands can be ordered in a bronze exterior finish. Read 2023 Custom Window Systems reviews from contractors and homeowners on their hurricane and impact windows and prices. The price quote from Home Depot seems high, $1175 per window, I think you can do better than that, although I don't have any project specifics to back that up. Undoubtedly, the Soft-Lite Imperial LS is a great vinyl window, but CWS makes a very good window as well. 1 - 50 x 60 Slider Thanks for getting back to me so quickly. I would get a couple more bids from local companies to see how they compare with your current bid. Is this true? PGT created the PremierVue 2700 series, Anderson brought the A-Series with Stormwatch, and EAS introduced the . When you see a "lifetime" warranty, make sure to find out what the lifetime is. We fell in love with the product claims, the low heat transfer and easy operation. Tracy - Homeowner - from 2016, Tracy, PGT and CWS are mainly available on the coast, particularly in Florida. "Are my windows too large fir casement gear mechanisms etc?". I really wish your website could provide some insight into who and which companies we should talk to. Karoly's quote was too high for me unfortunately, but I did like the Simonton windows he sells. Fred - Homeowner - from 2021, Fred, I don't have a lock on the differences between these two series. I appreciate the posters who shared their experience. What are the best hurricane rated impact windows we can buy? The window has a design pressures of 60, which is excellent. Got a bid from CWS for $22,640, although after some fancy number crunching it went down to $19,936. The dimensions of the ones I need are; Thank you in advance for your help! John - Homeowner - from 2021, John, the WindPact Plus Series 8100 from Custom Window Systems is a very good impact window from everything I know. Had my wife and I decided to pull the trigger tonight, he would have gone as low as $11,597 - this after the $500 coupon had we made the appointment through their Sam's Club kiosk, plus a discount for the free upgrade to Solar Max glass (with silver particles embedded in the glass), the military discount, and the rebate which he had to have his boss approve. We've received multiple quotes from multiple companies on impact windows. They offer products designed specifically for hurricane impact zones in Florida. We compared apples to apples as far as being vinyl, Low-E, Argon filled, etc. PGT Windows offers a non-transferable limited lifetime warranty on its window products. CWS, as they are often referred to, is regarded as a solid manufacturer of impact windows (and non impact windows) that is roughly on par with PGT. One of them evidently has the seal broken. PGT Windows have a great reputation in the window installation/manufacturer business. Would appreciate your steering me in the right direction. CWS Estimate: $47.4K (using CWS patio sliders) I would get a few more bids to see how they compare. Assuming the company doing the install is professional and offers quality services, you should be well served with either one of these products. (I am only looking at non-impact). We're in Sarasota and narrowed it down to PGT and NewSouth. We have 2 more companies seeing us this week that will give us quotes. Jessica - Homeowner - from 2017, Jessica, I like the second bid a lot more -- PGT makes a good window and sliding door, as does CWS I might add. You don't need to sacrifice substance for style; we design each window for smooth operation and quality performance. 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. FAS is coming out today. Single hung windows used to be the red headed stepchild of windowshowever that has changed. Cherry or white cabinets in updated kitchen? Jeld-Wen ImpactGard Protection for Windows. The following are eight Florida ENERGY STAR window manufacturers. 4 posts Page 1 of 1. When I had companies out to quote, I asked about aluminum frames and was told you could only do aluminum in new construction. DO NOT BUY PGT WINDOWS! Can you give me some basic insight into these two window manufacturers? I received a quote for impact resistant windows from a company in southwest florida that installs both Custom Window Systems Wind-Pact Plus (CWS) as well as PGT windows. PGT doors add convenience and style to any room. One big issue with patio doors is whether the door has to be custom made for the order. Houzz Pro: One simple solution for contractors and design pros, Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers, Outdoor Lighting & Audio/Visual Specialists. CGI Windows and Doors 3. If it were me, I would turn to the quality of the installers as the deciding factor. SITE MAP, "It [impact products] lowered our insurance costs by more than $3,000 annually. Jeromy - Homeowner - from 2016, Jeromy, that's a big price difference. I had definitely heard good things about PGT, but I've never heard of CWS and was curious what their deal is and whether the prices seem in line. Overall, both window frame types excel in safeguarding your family from harm. I will ask around if I can find someone. Of course, if there was a big price difference between the two, I think you'd certainly have to take that into consideration. Tim - Site Editor - from 2018, Hi Dane,I'm new to the Venice, FL area after moving from NJ. What were the defects in this application. 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. Violi - Homeowner - from 2020, Violi, you should definitely break the contract to give yourself some time to find out what the fair market price is for your project. Are single hung windows (which FHIA said are the only kind they deal with) much better than double hung? Fraser - Homeowner - from 2018, Fraser, I would say that PGT has a bit better name and reputation than CWS, but not by much. You could threaten to report them to the BBB if they don't cover the labor cost of the windows you purchased 3 years ago, but I would not pin my hopes on this approach. 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 Architectural windows are the ultimate expression of creativity and individuality and create a truly one-of-a-kind look. 600 Series | 8000 Series Impact windows protect people, furnishings, and floors from harmful UV rays. Dane - Site Editor - from 2018, Hi Dane, my husband and I are contemplating adding a Florida room to our home. Custom Windows Window Treatment Services Window Repair Fireplace Contractors Painters Paint & Wall Covering Dealers Door Contractors Glass & Shower Door Contractors Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers Landscape Contractors Landscape Construction Land Clearing Garden & Landscape Supplies Deck & Patio Builders Deck Repair Patio Design Vinyl Impact Windows are impervious to salt and the salt-air corrosive enviroment of Florida. I'd get a bid on the following: I would say local companies that carry PGT, Sunrise, Okna, Soft-Lite, Zen, Polaris, Vytec, and Simonton would all be good brands to pursue. Or is softlite more of a cold climate window? Dane - Site Editor - from 2020, I have CWS windows. Both are quality products from what I know of the two. Thank you! Meredith - Homeowner - from 2018, Meredith, that seems on the high side as far as I'm concerned. Custom Window Systems is a Florida based vinyl and aluminum window manufacturer that specializes in both impact and non-impact windows. I am going with Simonton. Neil - Homeowner - from 2021, -- Estimated CWS Aria Price: $550 to $700 installed --