Job Completion Survey
- Reviewed By: Adam L.
- Location: Saint Louis Park, MN
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This review was copy/pasted from:
- Original Review Link: https://office.angieslist.com/store/10983471/reviews Link to Original Review Posted on Angie's List
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Comment:
The windows (Sunrise brand) were custom made to the exact measurements taken. Measurement is a critical step for getting windows (as I have learned the hard way). As a DIY'er I first attempted to remove and install a window myself. It didn't go well. Buying windows at retail and shimming them to fit is not a good idea for a house you plan to live in. I learned the hardest way possible, by trying and failing.
So I called Great Lakes windows.
Salesman came, Thomas. Great product demo. Worked with us on price and was fair.
Great Lakes put in a rush order for us because I had ruined one of the window installs already (DIY job) and we had a boarded up window facing the street. Nice, right? It still took several weeks because each window is made to spec. And I saw for myself they are within 2mm of the opening. Makes life easier for the installer, and is also easier to reliably seal.
Also way impressive considering I was lucky to buy a window at retail within even 2 inches of the opening size.
The windows are expensive compared to retail stores and even local competitors. But they are of high quality. If you are going to live in the place where you're getting windows installed, consider the liveability factor if you're thinking of going on the cheap.
Installer was friendly. Said he usually works with a helper, but was still able to get the 3 windows in with no issue. -
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