This video really helped me choose the best windows for my house. The clear explanations and tips made the decision process so much easier. Highly recommend watching if you're in the market for new windows!
I watched this to determine whether I put the screws holding the window into the exterior brick or the interior fir out for the drywall. Makes alot of sense much appreciated
Great video, I just bought a home in Texas, seller did not disclose windows were leaking water now I have standing water in my garage and water coming in upstairs; I replaced windows on timber sided and used new home construction and trimmed or added new siding, thank you for this video.
Looking to replace our windows. Wish you were in my state!!! I am 110% ready to go window shopping after watching your videos. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. You and your crew are amazing!
I happen own an alarm company and was watching this for my own knowledge. Glad to see you guys consider reusing the wires if desired. My experience the wires get cut and buried. This instance the homeowner could have used the wires to stick a small glass break/ shock sensor on the window. Those are good for inoperable windows. They do make wireless versions of those as well.
I just had NewSouth Window install impact doors and windows and it is amazing how different it is here in Southwest Florida. 16 5 inch tapcon screws in a single normal size window. And they also used the OSI polyurethane caulk which is incredible stuff. Lol on the 2 installers. They came with 2 the first day and 4 on day 2 and 3. Still not done and this has been since November 2020. 8 months and counting since the windows were ordered. One window was broken on site, one was damaged at factory obscured glass was not on the bath window so as you can see, this is a year long event down here to get replacement windows. Excellent video, thanks.
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I think a lot of companies offer good or great windows. I think now days the difference is going to be the quality of the installation. Thanks for the video.
I'm in the Installation business. And you are correct. My teams need to fix shoddy work on a regular basis here in DFW. The team matters as much or more than your window. Jeff's team seem to do an excellent job.
This video was awesome! We have an all brick home and it makes sense now to make sure we get the right people to do the job. We hope that you will provide us with some recommendations in the Lakeway/Austin Texas area.
I'm in Australia ,so I won't be using your services. The window construction is very different , However I have gotten some useful points from your video ,so thank you. Watching this makes me very grateful I'm in a metric country. So much simpler.
What a great video! I am currently shopping for window replacements for my older brick home and was wondering specifically how this would all be done. Your video is GREAT! I just wish I could find someone in my area who would take this kind of time, this kind of care and use this quality products! I particularly like the specific details about the screws you are using and the type of low expansion foam, specific caulk and the 'blue tape' and the final touch of pushing back down the bead on the caulk at the end. Man, it sure looks like you guys do a GREAT job, I only wish you were available in MY area. How much to send a crew 537 miles north??? lol
Hahaha... Thank you for watching and your comment. I started a website where I've listed great window companies all around the country because I get this question a lot. Please go check it out, we may have someone near you. JeffsList.com
I love your video by the way. I wish i could come work with you for a while. I worked for BJs screens and windows in Florida and he wasnt that good at teaching. I had to watch him to learn and never got an explanation. Great work!! Thanks for the video.
The brick isn't sealed to the house. How do you keep moisture from behind the brick from getting in the osb and drywall between the two areas you caulked? On most new homes today you tape the outside of the window to the house wrap and when replacing windows that cannot be done unless you remove and reinstall some of the bricks. Brick is a permeable substance and a lot of mositure can transfer through brick and get behind the area you caulked and spray foamed.
Love to see men of the “do it once and do it right, and don’t ever have to do it again” club. I’m the same way, and I can’t stand to see people cutting corners, and it’s a joy to see people like yourselves who care about the impact on the home and homeowners that they leave behind, and the detailed quality of their work...both that which is seen, and that which goes unseen...but still matters. I’m fed up with contractors who cut corners, botch everything and leave a bigger mess than when they arrived (sometimes even taking clearly-marked power tools that don’t belong to them), damage something new while they’re here, shrug their shoulders and way things like “it still works fine”, or “it would have broken one day anyway”, and other such nonsense. They act like it’s impossible to refrain from being a bull in a china shop and just do the job right. And I guess for them, they’re so incompetent, it is impossible. It’s very difficult to find someone who actually does what they claim they will do. Lots of promises, but lots of corner cutting and lame excuses. It’s lovely to see someone who values knowing and executing the finer details of their work. I think contractors should have to pay a deposit, and IF they don’t destroy something while they’re on the site, and IF they clean up after themselves, then they get it back. I think I’ve had one contractor in 25+ years who cleaned up after himself and didn’t leave a bigger mess behind than when he started. The horror stories are endless. One contractor even confessed that his worker did “a butcher job”. A blind five-year-old with one arm could’ve done a better job than that guy did. I usually end up having to finish everything properly, easier to redo than drag their sorry selves back, especially if they can’t do it right in the first place anyway. They know homeowners will figure there’s no point in a callback of incompetent contractors. Most contractors act like one is being fussy just to ask them to keep their tools off the furniture or the brand-new surfaces and not use them as a workbench for their scratchy, greasy tools, or to make a simple mitre cut on corner trim,(setting that saw to 45° is so difficult for them!), or toss down a tarp to catch debris, and other such very, very simple things. I have literally put down protection in front of them and told them “this is to protect the surface, it’s brand-new, do NOT put your tools on it” and had them rip it off and put their tools on it anyway and damage the brand-new surfaces. I had a contractor who was removing concrete take out an underground electrical line AND a corner of the foundation of the house and then try to tell me it all “would’ve broken anyway”... Sure, I made him fix it, but you can’t match the aging foundation color on a 65 year-old house. And he acted like it was some thing I did. I know there are 1/2 to 1% of the people from any profession who actually know and properly execute their job. They deserve recognition. Great recognition. I just wish there were an easier way to find those rare gems. Even the sites that claim to have refined the results are quite flawed. We all know people just buy their reviews. You definitely know they’re likely very bad when they either have one star or five stars, and there’s no in between. They are either terrible and are paying people to give them five stars to balance out their poor reviews, or the less likely alternative-is that they are very good, and have competition that is trying to destroy their reputation. That’s when videos like these help a lot. Too bad your company is several states away....
I live in Charlotte, NC and was watching your videos. Great information about brick and windows. I have a three story townhome built in 2001 and has two sides are brick the back is vinyl.
Oscillating multi tool with a flat blade between the glass and frame usually takes care of this easily and quickly. Five years of doing that and the only time glass broke of that was when my helper dropped the glass walking outside.
No bottom sash tape that covers the bottom corners and goes up both sides part way? It is a pretty thick barrier that avoids a lot of problems that cannot be controlled by spray foam or caulk.
We recently had our vinyl siding, gutters, roof, and windows replaced with a company called Hansons here in Michigan. We now have Ice build-up going down the side of the brick during the winter months. I thought was gutters called the company they said it was a roof issue. When I told them they had also done the roof just under a different phone number and name. I just keep getting the run-around. My window is 3-panel windows which are supposed to be the best. The problem is they never reinsulated around the window. I've now called 13 times. They promise to come out and never show up. Not to mention I now have 2 inches less on each side and top and bottom of the windows and 8 inches more siding. I replace the old railing on the front porch with columns and had to remove some vinyl siding in the process. Had Hansons come back out. The guy replaced some of the siding with a cheaper smooth piece of siding which wasn't what I paid for in the first place. Oh and the siding in front of my house keeps popping off and falling on the ground. No luck with them coming back out again to fix the problem. I've now had to purchase a bigger latter that I have no room for to fix the problem myself. I guess what I'm saying is that just because the company is well-known in your area doesn't always mean they are the best or even know what they are doing. Your windows are only as good as the sales rep that measures them and the installer. The same goes for the siding, gutters, roof, and almost as important Customer service. It's been 3 years now and I'm already shopping for new windows, gutters, siding, and roof Which is going to cost me roughly another $40.000. I wish I would have seen this video before I went with Hansons. Your video was packed with a lot of information I could have used before going with Hansons. Great job on the video.
the Previous windows weren’t caulked yet there was no water issue that we’re aware of? Speaks volumes for the previous installation also I would’ve thought. Caulk silicone should be used to increase water ingress integrity, unlike its gross over use these days where it moreso makes up for poor workmanship. Thanks for sharing all the same, some interesting and valid points you’ve shared.
The water not getting in could have been due to the side of the house it was being pulled from, or the water shed barrier was done properly and it kept the water out, or both. The fact that the windows weren't caulked speaks heavily to the quality of the builder not the installer as the windows go up before the brick and are caulked by a different crew after the brick work is finished. The window they pulled was an original window probably from Atrium Windows on a new construction (thus the use of nail flanges). If you are getting shoddy work because of the Caulk lines then you're using inexperienced or shoddy installers. As a certified installer I can promise you that an experienced installer can hit those lines without the need for tape or knows to use tape and soap water if they aren't great at making straight lines. Either way you shouldn't have a shoddy finish out on your jobs because of caulking. But now you should talk about how much your Installers cost, here's where cost to quality ratios usually show up.
Jeff, your company operates like the company that I work for. I'm a Field Sales Consultant at WindowRama in New York. We are the 3rd largest Distributor in America for Andersen. We are also a Distributor for Marvin, Pella, Windsor and MI.
How did you seal against water penetration behind the brick. This is literally the most important part in my opinion. How was it flashed? WDMA installation instructions call for an interior measurement and installation, with aluminum flashing at the head- a turn up leg on the flashing to be tucked behind the wmb. I've seen others measure exterior brick to brick but I guess I just don't understand how it's flashed. Would love to learn.
6:33 Im a installer for renewal by Andersen and we can do 15 windows in just one day with a crew of only 3 people and we do aluminum capping on all windows we install, we cover everything inside of the house with plastic we do a complete clean up after we are done.
I like that 1/8” deduction. Also, hopefully your measure techs are going from the inside depth to inside depth (brick to brick is from brick touching window to brick touching window.)
14:40 use heatshrink. It looks and works better. Or use a butt splice but I prefer heatshrink. Electrical tape is a crap move. Fantastic video though. Y'all kick ass.
That looks amazing. I wish you were in New Jersey. I have a brick house. I’m getting a estimate from Andersen tomorrow. I wish I could hire your company. I trust you.
The concern is that the expanding foam might bow the frame and make the window harder to open and close. Your thoughts? Thanks! I have found your videos extremely informative and helpful. So thank you. I contacted you about "Jeff's list" but y'all don't have anyone in Tyler, Texas
If you use foam that is designed for Windows and Doors that will not cause an issue. Yes, at this time we do not have anybody in tyler. The closest companies we have to you are in dallas. As we continue to grow our list, we will be sure to add more dealers to this network. If you end up finding somebody that you really like, would you please let me know so I can add them to the list?
Wow. What a great job. Do you want to come replace all the windows in my house in Louisiana? I’m in the process of getting bids. I had damaged from hurricane Ida.
Hi, thank you for watching and for your comment. We do not sell Windows outside of the Houston market but we do have a lot of great companies all over the country that we refer people out to. We mainly know someone near you. Please check out JeffsList.com
Those screws are meant for trim work. But, I have found they are such overkill for trim that I have even used them for doors. Just make sure you get it right the first time because the reverse threads will destroy wood work when you remove them.
Hi Jeff, I don’t see you use flashing tape before install the window? I’m wondering under what condition the flashing tape is needed? Thanks for your response.
Hi, we omitted some details in the video. I have a separate video about installing a Leak-Proof window. That video offers specifics about the flashing. Check it out.
Excellent video! I can only hope that the window installer we choose will do such an great job for us. Can you recommend someone in Jacksonville, Florida?
Houston Window Experts, I have watched a number of videos on window installation and many of yours. Question, Fine home building using a flashing system on a window replacement. Why not in this one was one used?
John, please accept my sincere apologies... I overlooked your question. I've noticed in this area that many homes do not have flashing on windows unless it's stucco or siding on the walls. In fact, on the back of this house there is siding and they did have flashing. My guess is that the water is not presented on the window as much on a brick home as it would be on siding or stucco. In fact, many homes with stucco have major leak issues in this area.
Another very educational video and beautiful craftsmanship. If the interior frame, sill, & trim work are in excellent condition, can a new window be installed without a full tear out, or does it have to be an insert to fit properly? Thank you!
Yes, it absolutely can. Like I say in many of my videos, find a window company you like first, then ask them what Windows they sell. Too many people get hung up on the window brand they want before they have found a great window installation company to work with.
The most important part was the sealing, and you skipped it. I want to know how you integrate the new window with the existing WRB. If you only rely on sealant, then it isn’t the “right way” as sealant is an ongoing maintenance item that doesn’t last for the life of the structure. Do you have a video showing how the existing WRB was integrated with the window?
I agree. I read the same thing about the difficulty with the old WRB and new window installs. The only thing I really wanted to see was how they waterproofed a window without any room around the outside of the brick. I want a company to do mine but want to make sure they do it right and now I still don't know. Are you implying that the only flashing or waterproofing is the foam sealant and a great install? Please let us know so we actually know the proper way to install a window in this situation otherwise we just saw your products and excellent pride in your worksite cleanliness. I agree those are important but please disclose what we need to see when a window is properly installed. Most of us home owners just want to be sure whomever we hire is doing it the way it should be done. I doubt it's a trade secret if it is the only way to do it right. Thanks for taking great pride in your work and making a great video that is easy to follow and understand.
I would love to talk with a rep from your company if it's possible! I am a small business that does replacements but have some questions on vendors. I'm extremely impressed with your company!
10 years ago I bought a home built in '75 which had the original windows and patio door. I replaced them all with beautiful, excellent quality windows and I love them. What I don't like is that I lost all the inside space to install blinds so they had to be hung from the frame which leaves a huge gap around them all. I've got my eye on a home built in '80 now and the windows need to be upgraded. If I buy it, I hope to find upgraded windows that won't eat up all of the inside space.
MsJulie, thank you for watching our channel. That is something that you would want a good installer to point out to you before you bought windows. Most window companies make varying depths of window frames in order to accommodate some of these concerns. If you need help finding a good window company near you, please check out JeffsList.com
@@HoustonWindowExperts Thank you very much for that tip. I'll surely remember to ask about that the next time so that I don't run into this issue again.
I love your window videos I wish you were here in Atlanta, I have a brick house and was hoping you could recommend an Excellent window company in Atlanta to replace my windows as good as your company. I don’t want companies contacting me, I will call when I receive your recommendations, thanks
This seems faster and cheaper but what about the flashing? When the brick absorbs the water and water runs down behind the brick wont water go in through the studs?
Sorry that I can't seem to convince you... It can be done and that's a part of what we don't share in this video. Please email me and I'll explain. info@houstonwindowexperts.com
I live in Channelview Texas, My window looks just like that from the 50s I watc8and paused your video to measure my one bedroom window. I didn't want you did and my measurements are brick to brick bottom was 35 1/2 or 5/8, and middle was same, and top to bottom was 47 Or 48in. Outside measurements. I'm wanting to know what are regular measurements for regular windows. I just want one window in my bedroom done. Can you tell me please.
In the window industry, there are some common sizes but not any guaranteed sizes when it comes to replacing windows. You're going to want to call a window company to come out and take a look at it. I wish there was an easier way to do it. If it's just one window, it would be good to contact Home Depot or Lowe's. They're going to be your most cost-effective way to do this.
As someone who’s been installing windows, doors, attic ladders, and shower doors for 5 years. I know the secret he’s talking about to keeping the glass out of the house ;)
I have brick house built 1973. Single pane, single hung aluminum frame windows. It has the aluminum grids with single panes of glass in each one. I also have security burglar bars that are mounted into the brick. How would these windows be changed?
I am installing Anderson 100 series in a similar condition thanks for the informative video. I can’t find a source for the screws that you used on the picture window?
A worthwhile video that demonstrates what one can expect in approaching this type of job. The production could have been improved (made shorter) by doing away with some of the extraneous chatter. Either way, there is something to be learned - thanks for posting.
My brick home window openings are similar but are 8'X6'. Pella said I would need full frame, Marvin says inserts would be fine. Was this a full frame install or an insert? We want to do an 8'X4' picture window above a 8'X2' slider. Pella Impervias full frame install is at $5100, while the Marvin Infinity insert quote is at $5200. We are going with fiberglass for strength due to the window size.
That lintel really should have been addressed while the window was out. You said it best. There’s quality you see and quality you don’t see. At a minimum it should have been wire brushed and primed.
@@HoustonWindowExperts but what about the part that’s hidden behind the window frame. The quality you don’t see. The next guy that removes that window will meet a half painted lintel. Also, it’s annoying how you constantly talk about your competitors and trade secrets. Most of us watching these videos are diy trying to learn the proper way to do it ourselves or at least ensure that the contractor we hire is doing it properly. The things that you’re trying to conceal are not State Secrets and can be found on other channels so why not just show everything. Are you here to teach people or just for self promotion.
Unfortunately, those are sealed at the factory. To remove those grids you will need to reorder complete new glass units. Any qualified local glass company should be able to help.
Thank you Jeff for all the videos. This one about replacing window on brick was quite helpful as I just bought a home in Colordao with Brick and thinking of replacing the old windows. This is very informative and much appreicated for you input. Would you have any recommendation of company in Colorado for Windsor and Amsco window service Westiminster Co area?? Thanks again and wish you are in Colorado.
Thank you for watching and for your comment. Yes, we do know a couple of great window companies in that area. Please check out JeffsList.com for details.
You do pay a little bit more for having the Andersen brand name. There are great products with lesser known brand names that are equally as good if not better and cost less.
It would have been better to flash first motar can absorb water, yes the foam is waterproof that doest mean the water won't drip inside between the window and rot the bottom plate.
Do those new black windows have brickmoulds? I’m in the process of getting all my windows done, and have an all brick home. From an aesthetic point, are brickmoulds more attractive on the exterior?
What kind of frame is this from Windsor? I’m replacing in brick as well. Windsor’s website only shows the next dimension classic with a nail fin. Wouldn’t I want a block frame? Would a single or double hung match better with a direct set /picture window from Windsor?
You said that you level and plumb the windows. How can you do that since the windows were custom built slightly smaller than the opening. Doesn't seem like there would be much room for adjustment.
I’m struggling to find the 3 1/4” screws that were used in the video. I heard them mention finishing screws, T10 bit but I haven’t found them at my local Lowes/Home Depot. Has anyone found them and if so could you drop a link? Thanks! Great video
Great job! I wish all window companies were this good, it is worth paying for!
Thank you for watching
I found myself looking at Brandon a whole lot after he came into the video 😂😂... very educational
I'll let him know that you appreciated the education. 👍
This video really helped me choose the best windows for my house. The clear explanations and tips made the decision process so much easier. Highly recommend watching if you're in the market for new windows!
I watched this to determine whether I put the screws holding the window into the exterior brick or the interior fir out for the drywall. Makes alot of sense much appreciated
Great video, I just bought a home in Texas, seller did not disclose windows were leaking water now I have standing water in my garage and water coming in upstairs; I replaced windows on timber sided and used new home construction and trimmed or added new siding, thank you for this video.
I'm sorry to hear about your issues. However, I am glad that you were able to get everything working great again. Thanks for watching this video!
Amazing quality! 14 workers is fantastic!
Thank you for watching
Looking to replace our windows. Wish you were in my state!!! I am 110% ready to go window shopping after watching your videos. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. You and your crew are amazing!
Thank you for watching and good luck!
I happen own an alarm company and was watching this for my own knowledge. Glad to see you guys consider reusing the wires if desired. My experience the wires get cut and buried. This instance the homeowner could have used the wires to stick a small glass break/ shock sensor on the window. Those are good for inoperable windows. They do make wireless versions of those as well.
Great to hear your perspective on this.
Thank you for the video. This really helped when I installed a window a few days ago.
Thanks for watching!
The job was done very well
Thank you for watching
Great review and detail on how to do this the right way.
I just had NewSouth Window install impact doors and windows and it is amazing how different it is here in Southwest Florida. 16 5 inch tapcon screws in a single normal size window. And they also used the OSI polyurethane caulk which is incredible stuff. Lol on the 2 installers. They came with 2 the first day and 4 on day 2 and 3. Still not done and this has been since November 2020. 8 months and counting since the windows were ordered. One window was broken on site, one was damaged at factory obscured glass was not on the bath window so as you can see, this is a year long event down here to get replacement windows. Excellent video, thanks.
Thanks for watching.
Got a quote from new south before watching all of these videos. After educating myself some more I'm glad i decided not to go with them.
Good job!
this video really helped me a lot. thanks!
The awesome brick construction was evident!
But thanks for stating how well it is!
Glad you liked it!
Excellent video. We have a large amount of brick installs in our market and deal with this on a daily basis. Thanks Jeff 😊
Thanks for watching and your comment!
That's a nice damn window. I'm really liking this Windsor company.
Thanks for this wonderful tutorial
Thank you for watching and your comment.
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Very good info on every aspect of the installation. Great work
Thank you for watching.
Much better than the last group of smash and dash guys I watched
Oh, now that looks like a fine job y'all did! I'll be sure to ask my window company what products and techniques they're gonna use during my job.
Thanks for watching! I'm glad that we were able to help.
He’s like the Richard Rawlings of windows
Hahaha... Back when my hair was darker, people used to think I was him at restaurants and the airport. It was funny.
Hey Brandon 👋
I think a lot of companies offer good or great windows. I think now days the difference is going to be the quality of the installation. Thanks for the video.
I agree
I'm in the Installation business. And you are correct. My teams need to fix shoddy work on a regular basis here in DFW. The team matters as much or more than your window.
Jeff's team seem to do an excellent job.
Beautiful and very professional!
Thank you
Great job!!
Thanks for watching
Thanks for posting. If I was still in Houston I would call you in a second.
Thank you for watching
Wow finally a well shot and explained video on replacing a window in a brick house!
Thank you for watching.
This video was awesome! We have an all brick home and it makes sense now to make sure we get the right people to do the job. We hope that you will provide us with some recommendations in the Lakeway/Austin Texas area.
We have a couple great window companies in your area. Please check out JeffsList.com
I'm in Australia ,so I won't be using your services.
The window construction is very different , However I have gotten some useful points from your video ,so thank you.
Watching this makes me very grateful I'm in a metric country.
So much simpler.
Hahaha... I have to agree with you about that.
What a great video! I am currently shopping for window replacements for my older brick home and was wondering specifically how this would all be done. Your video is GREAT! I just wish I could find someone in my area who would take this kind of time, this kind of care and use this quality products! I particularly like the specific details about the screws you are using and the type of low expansion foam, specific caulk and the 'blue tape' and the final touch of pushing back down the bead on the caulk at the end.
Man, it sure looks like you guys do a GREAT job, I only wish you were available in MY area. How much to send a crew 537 miles north??? lol
Hahaha... Thank you for watching and your comment. I started a website where I've listed great window companies all around the country because I get this question a lot. Please go check it out, we may have someone near you.
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@@HoustonWindowExperts Already tried it - no one in my area. :( Thanks, though.
I'm sorry that we were not able to help. If anything changes we will update you.
How about a REAL brick home, with 2 layers of brick, and no 2 x 4 or 2 x 6 studs holding the drywall up, only furring strips nailed to the bricks?
I haven't seen anything like that in houston. Sorry.
I love your video by the way. I wish i could come work with you for a while. I worked for BJs screens and windows in Florida and he wasnt that good at teaching. I had to watch him to learn and never got an explanation. Great work!! Thanks for the video.
The brick isn't sealed to the house. How do you keep moisture from behind the brick from getting in the osb and drywall between the two areas you caulked? On most new homes today you tape the outside of the window to the house wrap and when replacing windows that cannot be done unless you remove and reinstall some of the bricks. Brick is a permeable substance and a lot of mositure can transfer through brick and get behind the area you caulked and spray foamed.
Bobby, we use foam and a special flashing we created.
This is a window installation video bricks work, framing wall ,etc is another movie
Love to see men of the “do it once and do it right, and don’t ever have to do it again” club.
I’m the same way, and I can’t stand to see people cutting corners, and it’s a joy to see people like yourselves who care about the impact on the home and homeowners that they leave behind, and the detailed quality of their work...both that which is seen, and that which goes unseen...but still matters.
I’m fed up with contractors who cut corners, botch everything and leave a bigger mess than when they arrived (sometimes even taking clearly-marked power tools that don’t belong to them), damage something new while they’re here, shrug their shoulders and way things like “it still works fine”, or “it would have broken one day anyway”, and other such nonsense.
They act like it’s impossible to refrain from being a bull in a china shop and just do the job right. And I guess for them, they’re so incompetent, it is impossible.
It’s very difficult to find someone who actually does what they claim they will do. Lots of promises, but lots of corner cutting and lame excuses.
It’s lovely to see someone who values knowing and executing the finer details of their work.
I think contractors should have to pay a deposit, and IF they don’t destroy something while they’re on the site, and IF they clean up after themselves, then they get it back. I think I’ve had one contractor in 25+ years who cleaned up after himself and didn’t leave a bigger mess behind than when he started. The horror stories are endless.
One contractor even confessed that his worker did “a butcher job”. A blind five-year-old with one arm could’ve done a better job than that guy did.
I usually end up having to finish everything properly, easier to redo than drag their sorry selves back, especially if they can’t do it right in the first place anyway. They know homeowners will figure there’s no point in a callback of incompetent contractors.
Most contractors act like one is being fussy just to ask them to keep their tools off the furniture or the brand-new surfaces and not use them as a workbench for their scratchy, greasy tools, or to make a simple mitre cut on corner trim,(setting that saw to 45° is so difficult for them!), or toss down a tarp to catch debris, and other such very, very simple things.
I have literally put down protection in front of them and told them “this is to protect the surface, it’s brand-new, do NOT put your tools on it” and had them rip it off and put their tools on it anyway and damage the brand-new surfaces.
I had a contractor who was removing concrete take out an underground electrical line AND a corner of the foundation of the house and then try to tell me it all “would’ve broken anyway”... Sure, I made him fix it, but you can’t match the aging foundation color on a 65 year-old house. And he acted like it was some thing I did.
I know there are 1/2 to 1% of the people from any profession who actually know and properly execute their job. They deserve recognition. Great recognition.
I just wish there were an easier way to find those rare gems. Even the sites that claim to have refined the results are quite flawed. We all know people just buy their reviews.
You definitely know they’re likely very bad when they either have one star or five stars, and there’s no in between. They are either terrible and are paying people to give them five stars to balance out their poor reviews, or the less likely alternative-is that they are very good, and have competition that is trying to destroy their reputation.
That’s when videos like these help a lot. Too bad your company is several states away....
Thank you for watching and you're kind comment. Maybe someday I will be in your area or you will be in mine?
..if you can afford a second house on a lake you can afford it.
Amen!
Do you plan on releasing this comment in paperback form? 😂
I live in Charlotte, NC and was watching your videos. Great information about brick and windows. I have a three story townhome built in 2001 and has two sides are brick the back is vinyl.
Thank you for watching
Oscillating multi tool with a flat blade between the glass and frame usually takes care of this easily and quickly. Five years of doing that and the only time glass broke of that was when my helper dropped the glass walking outside.
Excellent!
Thank you for watching
Caulking experts.
Thanks for watching. We sure do try.
Good job.
Thank you for watching
Very good video. Thank you for posting!
Thanks for watching
No bottom sash tape that covers the bottom corners and goes up both sides part way? It is a pretty thick barrier that avoids a lot of problems that cannot be controlled by spray foam or caulk.
I thought that. Probably the ‘secret’ he mentioned.
Details matter!
Great video love the way you installed windows, they do sell the OSI foam insulation at Home Depot
Some locations do. You can get it on amazon.
Jesus Christ. I don’t see any other reason to not call this guy. I mean he’s the best there is to do everything.
Hmmm....
We recently had our vinyl siding, gutters, roof, and windows replaced with a company called Hansons here in Michigan. We now have Ice build-up going down the side of the brick during the winter months. I thought was gutters called the company they said it was a roof issue. When I told them they had also done the roof just under a different phone number and name. I just keep getting the run-around. My window is 3-panel windows which are supposed to be the best. The problem is they never reinsulated around the window. I've now called 13 times. They promise to come out and never show up. Not to mention I now have 2 inches less on each side and top and bottom of the windows and 8 inches more siding. I replace the old railing on the front porch with columns and had to remove some vinyl siding in the process. Had Hansons come back out. The guy replaced some of the siding with a cheaper smooth piece of siding which wasn't what I paid for in the first place. Oh and the siding in front of my house keeps popping off and falling on the ground. No luck with them coming back out again to fix the problem. I've now had to purchase a bigger latter that I have no room for to fix the problem myself. I guess what I'm saying is that just because the company is well-known in your area doesn't always mean they are the best or even know what they are doing. Your windows are only as good as the sales rep that measures them and the installer. The same goes for the siding, gutters, roof, and almost as important Customer service. It's been 3 years now and I'm already shopping for new windows, gutters, siding, and roof Which is going to cost me roughly another $40.000. I wish I would have seen this video before I went with Hansons. Your video was packed with a lot of information I could have used before going with Hansons. Great job on the video.
I'm really sorry to hear about your ordeal with them. That's horrible. Hopefully I've been of help!
That Pressure sensor for the alarm is the bane of my existing, its a source of water leak into my wall as it was installed an not sealed.
Yikes!
the Previous windows weren’t caulked yet there was no water issue that we’re aware of? Speaks volumes for the previous installation also I would’ve thought. Caulk silicone should be used to increase water ingress integrity, unlike its gross over use these days where it moreso makes up for poor workmanship. Thanks for sharing all the same, some interesting and valid points you’ve shared.
The water not getting in could have been due to the side of the house it was being pulled from, or the water shed barrier was done properly and it kept the water out, or both. The fact that the windows weren't caulked speaks heavily to the quality of the builder not the installer as the windows go up before the brick and are caulked by a different crew after the brick work is finished. The window they pulled was an original window probably from Atrium Windows on a new construction (thus the use of nail flanges).
If you are getting shoddy work because of the Caulk lines then you're using inexperienced or shoddy installers. As a certified installer I can promise you that an experienced installer can hit those lines without the need for tape or knows to use tape and soap water if they aren't great at making straight lines. Either way you shouldn't have a shoddy finish out on your jobs because of caulking. But now you should talk about how much your Installers cost, here's where cost to quality ratios usually show up.
Real experts Awesome
Thanks for watching
Jeff, your company operates like the company that I work for. I'm a Field Sales Consultant at WindowRama in New York. We are the 3rd largest Distributor in America for Andersen. We are also a Distributor for Marvin, Pella, Windsor and MI.
Mi windows are garbage
What exactly does a field sales consultant do anyway? 😂
Great job, great video! Wish you would have shown the inside, and what caulking you did inside
Thank you for watching. It was the Quad
Can Brandon come and do my windows too please? ;)
I'll ask him...
Only my sill touches the brick, the rest is siding. Like to keep the same height for master bedroom and bathroom.
That’s awesome.
Thanks!
Wish the camera guy followed the tape removal up close and used a boom bc the tape removal is #ASMR gold.
Window installer may not be an amateur but camera man is!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣
How did you seal against water penetration behind the brick. This is literally the most important part in my opinion. How was it flashed? WDMA installation instructions call for an interior measurement and installation, with aluminum flashing at the head- a turn up leg on the flashing to be tucked behind the wmb. I've seen others measure exterior brick to brick but I guess I just don't understand how it's flashed. Would love to learn.
Joshua, thank you for watching and your question. Here's a specific video about the flashing process we use.
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What was performed to ensure continuation of water barrier upon removal of old flanged frames?
Please watch this video.
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6:33 Im a installer for renewal by Andersen and we can do 15 windows in just one day with a crew of only 3 people and we do aluminum capping on all windows we install, we cover everything inside of the house with plastic we do a complete clean up after we are done.
LET'S GO BRANDON!
Lol
We are replacing our windows. I forgot who we hired it’s also in lake Conroe area.
I pray they don’t smash my windows.
Let me know how it goes.
I like that 1/8” deduction. Also, hopefully your measure techs are going from the inside depth to inside depth (brick to brick is from brick touching window to brick touching window.)
Also, use a butane torch, much more efficient
14:40 use heatshrink. It looks and works better. Or use a butt splice but I prefer heatshrink. Electrical tape is a crap move. Fantastic video though. Y'all kick ass.
That looks amazing. I wish you were in New Jersey. I have a brick house. I’m getting a estimate from Andersen tomorrow. I wish I could hire your company. I trust you.
Kim, contact our office. We may have a good dealer we know near you. Brace yourself for the Andersen pitch. It will be very pushy and lopsided. Jeff
Houston Window Experts I will. First thing Monday morning! I’m in the Trenton area. You are the best. Thanks.
Houston Window Experts what’s your phone number?
832-900-7024
Houston Window Experts thanks. Just spoke to your office. Chat soon!
The concern is that the expanding foam might bow the frame and make the window harder to open and close. Your thoughts? Thanks! I have found your videos extremely informative and helpful. So thank you. I contacted you about "Jeff's list" but y'all don't have anyone in Tyler, Texas
If you use foam that is designed for Windows and Doors that will not cause an issue.
Yes, at this time we do not have anybody in tyler. The closest companies we have to you are in dallas. As we continue to grow our list, we will be sure to add more dealers to this network. If you end up finding somebody that you really like, would you please let me know so I can add them to the list?
@@HoustonWindowExperts Thank you very much. I will.
Wow. What a great job. Do you want to come replace all the windows in my house in Louisiana? I’m in the process of getting bids. I had damaged from hurricane Ida.
Hi, thank you for watching and for your comment. We do not sell Windows outside of the Houston market but we do have a lot of great companies all over the country that we refer people out to. We mainly know someone near you. Please check out JeffsList.com
Those screws are meant for trim work. But, I have found they are such overkill for trim that I have even used them for doors. Just make sure you get it right the first time because the reverse threads will destroy wood work when you remove them.
Great observation. Thank you for your comment.
@@texasfossilguy Good point. I always forget that option.
When you say soap and water at the end… will regular dawn dish soap/water mixture work? Thanks.
Yes, don't use too much though. Just a few drops of soap in a spray bottle with water
Hi Jeff, I don’t see you use flashing tape before install the window? I’m wondering under what condition the flashing tape is needed? Thanks for your response.
Hi, we omitted some details in the video. I have a separate video about installing a Leak-Proof window. That video offers specifics about the flashing. Check it out.
you guys some awesome wished you install our windows
Thanks for watching
Excellent video! I can only hope that the window installer we choose will do such an great job for us. Can you recommend someone in Jacksonville, Florida?
Please visit JeffsList.com we may know someone near you.
Wish ya'll were in Baton Rouge!
Hey, we may know somebody in your area. Please check out JeffsList.com
@@HoustonWindowExperts Thanks, I will have to check it out.
How about using an electric saw when severing window parts?
That'll work!
Houston Window Experts, I have watched a number of videos on window installation and many of yours. Question, Fine home building using a flashing system on a window replacement. Why not in this one was one used?
Interesting why they didn't answer your question. ?
Justin, I guess this one fell through the cracks. Thank you for having my back on this. (I answer about 300-400 a week).
John, please accept my sincere apologies... I overlooked your question.
I've noticed in this area that many homes do not have flashing on windows unless it's stucco or siding on the walls. In fact, on the back of this house there is siding and they did have flashing. My guess is that the water is not presented on the window as much on a brick home as it would be on siding or stucco. In fact, many homes with stucco have major leak issues in this area.
Another very educational video and beautiful craftsmanship. If the interior frame, sill, & trim work are in excellent condition, can a new window be installed without a full tear out, or does it have to be an insert to fit properly? Thank you!
Yes, it absolutely can. Like I say in many of my videos, find a window company you like first, then ask them what Windows they sell. Too many people get hung up on the window brand they want before they have found a great window installation company to work with.
If i want do by myself where can i get the window thank you for your help
Home Depot sells windows
Lowe's too
Wish I could find your company in Canada!
The most important part was the sealing, and you skipped it. I want to know how you integrate the new window with the existing WRB. If you only rely on sealant, then it isn’t the “right way” as sealant is an ongoing maintenance item that doesn’t last for the life of the structure. Do you have a video showing how the existing WRB was integrated with the window?
We use minimal expansion foam. From my experience it will last as long if not longer than the window.
I agree. I read the same thing about the difficulty with the old WRB and new window installs. The only thing I really wanted to see was how they waterproofed a window without any room around the outside of the brick. I want a company to do mine but want to make sure they do it right and now I still don't know. Are you implying that the only flashing or waterproofing is the foam sealant and a great install? Please let us know so we actually know the proper way to install a window in this situation otherwise we just saw your products and excellent pride in your worksite cleanliness. I agree those are important but please disclose what we need to see when a window is properly installed. Most of us home owners just want to be sure whomever we hire is doing it the way it should be done. I doubt it's a trade secret if it is the only way to do it right. Thanks for taking great pride in your work and making a great video that is easy to follow and understand.
I would love to talk with a rep from your company if it's possible! I am a small business that does replacements but have some questions on vendors. I'm extremely impressed with your company!
Blake, I'd be glad to chat. Please send me an email with your info.
Jeff@houstonwindowexperts.com
10 years ago I bought a home built in '75 which had the original windows and patio door. I replaced them all with beautiful, excellent quality windows and I love them. What I don't like is that I lost all the inside space to install blinds so they had to be hung from the frame which leaves a huge gap around them all. I've got my eye on a home built in '80 now and the windows need to be upgraded. If I buy it, I hope to find upgraded windows that won't eat up all of the inside space.
MsJulie, thank you for watching our channel. That is something that you would want a good installer to point out to you before you bought windows. Most window companies make varying depths of window frames in order to accommodate some of these concerns. If you need help finding a good window company near you, please check out JeffsList.com
@@HoustonWindowExperts Thank you very much for that tip. I'll surely remember to ask about that the next time so that I don't run into this issue again.
You're welcome
I love your window videos I wish you were here in Atlanta, I have a brick house and was hoping you could recommend an Excellent window company in Atlanta to replace my windows as good as your company. I don’t want companies contacting me, I will call when I receive your recommendations, thanks
Please email our office, they may have someone in your area that we can recommend.
info@houstonwindowexperts.com
This seems faster and cheaper but what about the flashing? When the brick absorbs the water and water runs down behind the brick wont water go in through the studs?
We flash it before we foam it.
@@HoustonWindowExperts did not look like it, I saw no flashing.
We did not put that on the video. I promise, we do it on every window!
@@HoustonWindowExperts seems like you would have to tear out some bricks to properly flash it.
Sorry that I can't seem to convince you... It can be done and that's a part of what we don't share in this video. Please email me and I'll explain.
info@houstonwindowexperts.com
I live in Channelview Texas, My window looks just like that from the 50s I watc8and paused your video to measure my one bedroom window. I didn't want you did and my measurements are brick to brick bottom was 35 1/2 or 5/8, and middle was same, and top to bottom was 47 Or 48in. Outside measurements.
I'm wanting to know what are regular measurements for regular windows. I just want one window in my bedroom done. Can you tell me please.
In the window industry, there are some common sizes but not any guaranteed sizes when it comes to replacing windows. You're going to want to call a window company to come out and take a look at it. I wish there was an easier way to do it. If it's just one window, it would be good to contact Home Depot or Lowe's. They're going to be your most cost-effective way to do this.
Caulk bottom of window? I was always told caulk everything but the bottom so if water gets in it can drip out
We caulk under the window because, in high winds and driving rain, water can make it's way under the window.
Wish you came to Georgia
Hey, we don't come to Georgia but we do know some great window companies in that area.
Please check out JeffsList.com
As someone who’s been installing windows, doors, attic ladders, and shower doors for 5 years. I know the secret he’s talking about to keeping the glass out of the house ;)
I have brick house built 1973.
Single pane, single hung aluminum frame windows. It has the aluminum grids with single panes of glass in each one. I also have security burglar bars that are mounted into the brick.
How would these windows be changed?
We'd change these the same way as we did in this video.
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I am installing Anderson 100 series in a similar condition thanks for the informative video. I can’t find a source for the screws that you used on the picture window?
Do a search for Polymer coated deck screws.
A worthwhile video that demonstrates what one can expect in approaching this type of job. The production could have been improved (made shorter) by doing away with some of the extraneous chatter. Either way, there is something to be learned - thanks for posting.
Glad you enjoyed it!
My brick home window openings are similar but are 8'X6'. Pella said I would need full frame, Marvin says inserts would be fine. Was this a full frame install or an insert? We want to do an 8'X4' picture window above a 8'X2' slider. Pella Impervias full frame install is at $5100, while the Marvin Infinity insert quote is at $5200. We are going with fiberglass for strength due to the window size.
In this video we removed aluminum windows so it was a full replacement. Do you have aluminum windows or wood windows?
were you able to leave the original interior trim and casing when replacing the window?
Yes. It was undisturbed
That lintel really should have been addressed while the window was out. You said it best. There’s quality you see and quality you don’t see. At a minimum it should have been wire brushed and primed.
That happened after we left. The homeowner hired a painter to do that.
@@HoustonWindowExperts but what about the part that’s hidden behind the window frame. The quality you don’t see. The next guy that removes that window will meet a half painted lintel.
Also, it’s annoying how you constantly talk about your competitors and trade secrets. Most of us watching these videos are diy trying to learn the proper way to do it ourselves or at least ensure that the contractor we hire is doing it properly. The things that you’re trying to conceal are not State Secrets and can be found on other channels so why not just show everything. Are you here to teach people or just for self promotion.
Most likely will be rebuilding my rough openings as there will be termite damage to the framing. Will do from the inside.
Is it possible to only remove the grids from between the glasses?
Unfortunately, those are sealed at the factory. To remove those grids you will need to reorder complete new glass units. Any qualified local glass company should be able to help.
Thank you Jeff for all the videos. This one about replacing window on brick was quite helpful as I just bought a home in Colordao with Brick and thinking of replacing the old windows. This is very informative and much appreicated for you input. Would you have any recommendation of company in Colorado for Windsor and Amsco window service Westiminster Co area?? Thanks again and wish you are in Colorado.
Thank you for watching and for your comment. Yes, we do know a couple of great window companies in that area. Please check out JeffsList.com for details.
Is renewal by Anderson over priced? can you get just as good of window for less?
You do pay a little bit more for having the Andersen brand name. There are great products with lesser known brand names that are equally as good if not better and cost less.
It would be better to install the flashing before putting back the new window. Great details in the video.
It would have been better to flash first motar can absorb water, yes the foam is waterproof that doest mean the water won't drip inside between the window and rot the bottom plate.
Do those new black windows have brickmoulds? I’m in the process of getting all my windows done, and have an all brick home. From an aesthetic point, are brickmoulds more attractive on the exterior?
In some cases the brick hole is an option. The Windsor classic does come with a brick mold look to it as stock.
That looks like mine
Cool
What kind of frame is this from Windsor? I’m replacing in brick as well. Windsor’s website only shows the next dimension classic with a nail fin. Wouldn’t I want a block frame? Would a single or double hung match better with a direct set /picture window from Windsor?
It's the Next Dimension Classic series in a block frame. It will look different than a direct set fixed window, but it will be fine.
You said that you level and plumb the windows. How can you do that since the windows were custom built slightly smaller than the opening. Doesn't seem like there would be much room for adjustment.
We leave about 3/8 of an inch overall on the width and the height for this purpose.
I’m struggling to find the 3 1/4” screws that were used in the video. I heard them mention finishing screws, T10 bit but I haven’t found them at my local Lowes/Home Depot. Has anyone found them and if so could you drop a link? Thanks! Great video
You might want to do a search for a composite deck screw. They are nearly identical.
@@HoustonWindowExperts thanks! I found something similar in the deck screw section but the threads weren’t quite right! Much appreciated.
You're welcome