Have to replace windows for my house. Any brand recommendations Pella vs. Renewal by Anderson vs. some other? Also any contractor recommendations in the Chicagoland area?

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I like the pella window personaly, I have installed several hundred. They are user friendly and very durable. Your inexpensive route is order them on line ,have them delivered and hire a local handyman service to install them. There are free installation videos you can familiarize yourself with and monitor the progress being made on your home. I do allot of remodeling side jobs and bill out at 60 bucks an hour + material. Just to give you a ballpark figure. The problem today is people are greedy and will take advantage.

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Go with a local contractor. Renewal by Anderson quoted me 4 times what local companies did and Pella was twice as much. They have a good product but not worth justifying tens of thousands of dollars extra. Also expect a hour+ long presentation from each. Unfortunately I can’t give you a Chicago recommendation but Angie’s List is a good resource.

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