Super helpful! I would have replaced the entire frame without watching this video, which would be a big mistake. Thanks so much for sharing the trick!!
Can't thank you enough for this video for 1 specific reason! I just bought two Northeast Building Products replacement vinyl's and there are no internet or paper instructions I can find as to what to do with that included piece that I now know is the sill extender!!
Nice video, you showed pretty much all what it takes, i hate the Guys that don't show the real problems, that they came across, // there not one job I have every done the Exactly the same, always a few bumps in the road on each job, that's why we have betters days then some.. thanks John
Great tips, I'm getting ready to do this for six windows on my son's 1920s bungalow house. None of them of course measure the same dimensions, and squareness is very questionable. Fun stuff...
I’m wondering if this window didn’t have screws to secure it to the frame since you didn’t show that process. If a replacement window does have screws, should they be fastened before or after putting on the stops and caulking. Thanks for this video, I learned several things I wish I had known before putting in 2 replacement windows in my bedroom. Once it warms up in the spring, I’ll fix those mistakes!
The screws aren't super important, but they can stabilize the sides of the window and give you a way to adjust the gap on the sides of the sash. If it has them, I would do it before the inside stop is installed so you can shim if needed. Best to you and thanks for the comment!
This is very helpful. I'm going to replace a window in an old, old block house. I'm wondering if I have to install it from the outside as it have flanges on it. Thank you for the helpful video.
Great. You can either trim off the nail fins and install it like a replacement window or build a wood frame inside the block opening and mount the nail fin to that. It up to you.
Great video. I’m in the middle of this and not as confident. Lol. Question? My replacement windows don’t have holes to screw into the studs. Is it necessary to screw into the studs? It is a good tight fit.
I need new windows but I have seen too many ugly windows with clouded glass due to the argon seals going bad. I want wood frame windows back in my old house.
If you don't need the height, then it's better without it. If you need the height, then put a strip of insulation under it between it and the window so that it doesn't get cold there.
@@Homemaintenancesolution I found this video helpful on how to install - ua-cam.com/video/_aMfYGf6Z1Q/v-deo.html I think between insulation and caulk in the top of the opening I’ll be set. I have noticed that my window manufacturer include a similar sill extender slot (similar to the bottom) on the top. Is there any advantage to using the top sill extender to filling the gap rather than the header expander?
@@mrkraymnd yes, I actually like that better, because it can be trimmed to fit the exterior opening and allow for insulation around the window from the inside. The plus with head expanders is that the window can slide up to fit into the opening and then drop down behind the interior stool. Sometimes this is needed and you can't use the extention piece that you talked about.
A real window man stays out of the inside and doesn't take trim off just to replace it for no good reason. Insurance companies hate you self taught rocket scientists.
@@derekharkins5519 No I don't. One day at halftime, 15 minutes, I walked across the street to take double hung sashes out and had the new unit in place in that 15 minutes and I didn't take any trim off. Being a siding guy I cover the outside window facings with metal. Guess what? I always get paid. How is that a real window company can replace a house full of windows in 2 days? Because they know what they're doing and part of that is not creating more work in the process. I've changed out thousands of windows.
Fast isn’t always right. Please post a video of your work. I don’t see how a replacement window gets installed without removing trim. Always willing to learn as long as it’s right.
@@derekharkins5519 the reason window replacement companies don’t remove much trim is because they order their windows small and then use a wide vinyl snap on trim around to cover it up. Honestly this bothers me because the wide trims look horrible.
Super helpful! I would have replaced the entire frame without watching this video, which would be a big mistake. Thanks so much for sharing the trick!!
Perfect video. I have the same exact window set up in my old house, and this was just the information I was looking for. Thanks!!!!
Good to see your familiar face and still teaching.
Can't thank you enough for this video for 1 specific reason! I just bought two Northeast Building Products replacement vinyl's and there are no internet or paper instructions I can find as to what to do with that included piece that I now know is the sill extender!!
Nice video, you showed pretty much all what it takes, i hate the Guys that don't show the real problems, that they came across, // there not one job I have every done the Exactly the same, always a few bumps in the road on each job, that's why we have betters days then some.. thanks John
Great video! Thanks for sharing!
Great tips, I'm getting ready to do this for six windows on my son's 1920s bungalow house. None of them of course measure the same dimensions, and squareness is very questionable. Fun stuff...
I’m wondering if this window didn’t have screws to secure it to the frame since you didn’t show that process. If a replacement window does have screws, should they be fastened before or after putting on the stops and caulking. Thanks for this video, I learned several things I wish I had known before putting in 2 replacement windows in my bedroom. Once it warms up in the spring, I’ll fix those mistakes!
The screws aren't super important, but they can stabilize the sides of the window and give you a way to adjust the gap on the sides of the sash. If it has them, I would do it before the inside stop is installed so you can shim if needed. Best to you and thanks for the comment!
Thank you
This is very helpful. I'm going to replace a window in an old, old block house. I'm wondering if I have to install it from the outside as it have flanges on it. Thank you for the helpful video.
Great. You can either trim off the nail fins and install it like a replacement window or build a wood frame inside the block opening and mount the nail fin to that. It up to you.
Great job! Great video!
Well done.
I thought vinyl expanded/contracted, so there should be some space around the window frame (which should be shimmed at the screw points)?
I wonder if you could make a header expander out of aluminum to give you even more leeway?
Yes, you probably could.
You didn’t screw window in at all Is this common
Great video. I’m in the middle of this and not as confident. Lol. Question? My replacement windows don’t have holes to screw into the studs. Is it necessary to screw into the studs? It is a good tight fit.
No, often they aren't. Just make sure it is trapped in on the interior and exterior.
@@Homemaintenancesolution Thanks!!
I need new windows but I have seen too many ugly windows with clouded glass due to the argon seals going bad. I want wood frame windows back in my old house.
Wondering what's the plan when replacing a window like that with top curve?
There are some extra steps, but it's similar. You need to order the half round window for the top of it and a mulling strip to connect the two.
@@Homemaintenancesolution thank you
Do you screw it in from the inside?
I can't remember what I did on that one, but you definitely can if the window has holes for it.
no insulation ?
Helpful. I’m trying to better understand when/how to use a head expander
If you don't need the height, then it's better without it. If you need the height, then put a strip of insulation under it between it and the window so that it doesn't get cold there.
@@Homemaintenancesolution I found this video helpful on how to install - ua-cam.com/video/_aMfYGf6Z1Q/v-deo.html
I think between insulation and caulk in the top of the opening I’ll be set.
I have noticed that my window manufacturer include a similar sill extender slot (similar to the bottom) on the top. Is there any advantage to using the top sill extender to filling the gap rather than the header expander?
@@mrkraymnd yes, I actually like that better, because it can be trimmed to fit the exterior opening and allow for insulation around the window from the inside.
The plus with head expanders is that the window can slide up to fit into the opening and then drop down behind the interior stool. Sometimes this is needed and you can't use the extention piece that you talked about.
In stucco
This is a very sloppy window replacement installation; no flashing tape on sill, did not screw windows on the side, etc, etc, etc....
A real window man stays out of the inside and doesn't take trim off just to replace it for no good reason. Insurance companies hate you self taught rocket scientists.
😄 thanks for the input.
You’ve got to take some trim off, whether it’s in or out.
@@derekharkins5519 No I don't. One day at halftime, 15 minutes, I walked across the street to take double hung sashes out and had the new unit in place in that 15 minutes and I didn't take any trim off. Being a siding guy I cover the outside window facings with metal. Guess what? I always get paid.
How is that a real window company can replace a house full of windows in 2 days? Because they know what they're doing and part of that is not creating more work in the process. I've changed out thousands of windows.
Fast isn’t always right. Please post a video of your work. I don’t see how a replacement window gets installed without removing trim. Always willing to learn as long as it’s right.
@@derekharkins5519 the reason window replacement companies don’t remove much trim is because they order their windows small and then use a wide vinyl snap on trim around to cover it up. Honestly this bothers me because the wide trims look horrible.
Way to tight
That happens sometimes.