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1). Avoiding leaks when installing vinyl retrofit windows Avoiding leaks when installing vinyl retrofit windows These days a lot of homeowners are replacing their old windows with vinyl windows using the 2). CHOOSING A VINYL REPLACEMENT WINDOW CONTRACTOR Whenever i write an article, it's usually tailored to the do it yourself homeowner to help them save some money on the high cost of labor the 3). DUAL PANE WINDOW GLASS REPAIR DUAL PANE WINDOW GLASS REPAIR For the past few weeks, I have been explaining how to repair a broken window pane in your home. But, what if yo 4). Single pane glass repair in an aluminum frame,part 2 This week we are going to continue our series on single pane window glass repair. Let's talk about broken glass in a fixed window, usually re 5). (New construction windows or replacement windows? Which is r (New construction windows or replacement windows? Which is right for you?) Hello, my name is John Rocco.I grew up around the window and door 6). Aluminum Sliding Glass Door Removal Last week I explained how to measure your existing sliding glass door so you can order the vinyl replacement door. This week I am going to go over the steps required to remove the old sliding door before installing the new door. First, you have to remove the sliding panel and the stationary panel. The vast majority of doors out there h... 7). Choosing the proper frame style when installing new windows Last week, I told you how to measure for your vinyl replacement windows when replacing aluminum windows. Now that you're ready to order your new vinyl replacement windows, we need to talk about the different frame style options available. In most of the country your choices are limited to either new construction or replacement frames. New construct... 8). How to remove a double hung wood window Last week I told you how to measure your wood window openings to properly order your new vinyl replacement windows. This week I'm going to explain how to remove your old windows. The vast majority of wood sash double hung windows in America have the same specifications. Starting from inside the house and working out, you have a wood stop approximat... 9). INSTALLING RETROFIT & REPLACEMENT VINYL WINDOWS In previous articles i explained to you how to determine whether your windows are candidates for vinyl replacement style frames or retrofit style 10). INSTALLING VINYL REPLACEMENT WINDOWS IN A WOOD FRAME OPENING When we left off last week, we had removed the old wood sash windows and prepared the opening for the vinyl replacement windows. Now it's time to 11). MEASURING FOR YOUR VINYL REPLACEMENT WINDOWS Let's say you're tired of those old wood windows, and you decide it's time to upgrade to vinyl replacement windows. You get 2 or 3 contractors to come out and give you an estimate. After they leave, you can't believe windows can cost so much. I mean, having to get financing to replace your windows just doesn't seem right. Let me explain to you why ... 12). NEW CONSTRUCTION WINDOWS OR REPLACEMENT WINDOWS? WHICH IS RIGHT FOR YOU? Hello, my name is John Rocco.I grew up around the window and door business. My father owned a glass shop that dealt in every aspect of residential and commercial glass.Naturally, when it came time to choose a profession, I wound up in the window and door business.I have been in the business for about 27 years, and I have been self employed for 20. 13). Removing Metal Frame Windows This week we are going to talk about the process of actually removing your aluminum windows in preparation for installing vinyl replacement windows. Let's start with a horizontal sliding window, which is pretty common nationwide. There is going to be a sliding panel and a stationary panel. You want to remove the slider first. All you do is slide th... 14). REMOVING OLD ALUMINUM WINDOWS This week we are going to talk about the process of actually removing your aluminum windows in preparation for installing vinyl replacement window 15). Removing your old wood double hung windows Last week i told you how to measure your wood window openings to properly order your new vinyl replacementwindows. This week i'm going to explain 16). REPLACEMENT OR RETROFIT STYLE FRAME? WHICH IS RIGHT FOR YOU? Last week i told you how to measure for your vinyl replacement windows when replacing aluminum windows. Now that you're ready to order your new v 17). REPLACING ALUMINUM FRAME SINGLE PANE WINDOWS In our past articles i talked about all the steps required to properly replace your old wood sash windows with energy efficient vinyl windows. I 18). Replacing aluminum windows with vinyl retrofit windows or replacement style windows In previous articles, I explained to you how to determine whether your windows are candidates for vinyl replacement style frames or retrofit style frames. This week I'm going to explain the installation techniques for both frame styles. Let's start with the retrofit frame. Retrofit window installation is really the easiest of all. The ... 19). Replacing metal windows with vinyl windows In our past articles I talked about all the steps required to properly replace your old wood sash windows with energy efficient vinyl windows. I told you how to measure for the new windows. Then we discussed the removal of the wood sashes and parting bead. Finally, I told you how to install, seal, and trim the vinyl replacement windows. But, what i... 20). REPLACING STEEL CASEMENT WINDOWS (PART 2) Last week, I explained how to remove your old steel casement windows as you prepare each opening for the new Vinyl windows. In most of the co 21). Replacing wood sash windows with vinyl windows When we left off last week, we had removed the old wood sash windows and prepared the opening for the vinyl replacement windows. Now it's time to install your new windows. You should have someone there to help you when doing the installation. First, Remove all shipping materials from the window. Now, if you are installing several different sizes, m... 22). REPLACING YOUR OLD WOOD DOUBLE HUNG WINDOWS REPLACING YOUR OLD WOOD DOUBLE HUNG WINDOWS Let's say you're tired of those old wood windows, and you decide it's time to upgrade to vinyl re 23). Single pane Window glass repair in an aluminum frame Happy new year everybody. I hope this is the year that you all find whatever it is that you are seeking in life. I really enjoyed seeing my family th 24). Sliding Glass Door Repair If the sliding glass doors in your home are more than 10 years old, you might notice that they are becoming harder to slide open. This problem is even more common on aluminum frame dual pane doors. The reason is because the doors are heavier due to the dual pane glass, but many of the aluminum units did not use stainless steel rollers. So, in many ... 25). SLIDING GLASS DOOR REPLACEMENT This article is going to be about replacing an old sliding glass door with a modern Vinyl frame sliding glass door. If you currently have french