Recommendation for windows - mfg & company?

Question

Wondering if anyone in the area has a good recommendation for replacement windows for rentals (A to A/B property).  A couple of the windows are pretty large (100+ yo bldg) and while the finished apartments will be nicer, wood windows aren't even a budget consideration.  At the larger sizes, vinyl would be needing to be replaced in maybe less than 10 years from the research we've done.

We've seen Jeldwen windows which can be ordered from Menards in $1M+ SFH properties built or rehabbed by developers.

One company had recommended an aluminum window which seemed to be a good option - Crystal series 2000.

We've also already researched window types, materials, etc.  Looking for an overall economical longer life option for tenant use.

Any insights would be appreciated.

Thanks for taking the time to read the post.

Jeff Weaver · Answer

I own a window company in Michigan ( my other job ) some of my products come from midway windows in Chicago. They do a nice job and offer faux wood interiors and custom colors

Jerry N. · Answer

@John Warren thank you for the lead though.

Jerry N. · Answer

@John Warren We have used Lang for repairs on panes in the past.  Seemed reasonable enough for the quickest turnaround time we found.  They won't provide any info on lead time and they won't sell directly to us without GC license.

John Warren · Answer

@Jerry N. Have you tried Lang windows? They are a local Chicago window manufacturer. Most of the folks I know are using them.

Jerry N. · Answer

Actually the year wait time was for restoration of wood windows on an old building, not installing storms.

Jerry N. · Answer

Not historic.

Looked at it for another building and the wait time at that point was about a year.

Frank S. · Answer

Are they historic windows?  Have you consider restoring them?

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