I am ready to have my aluminum windows replaced with vinyl, but I am
relatively clueless as to the options and issues regarding window
replacement. I don't just want to replace the existing windows, I also want
to make a couple of them larger (i.e., wider), and want to add
proper-looking casements and trim in and out of the house. I will probably
do the trim myself (wood content!).

Before I get some estimates I want to educate myself. Where do I go to find
out the current options available? I had an estimate a couple of years ago,
but it seemed out of line pricewise from what I was expecting, and I didn't
know enough about the windows to know when the salesman was blowing smoke or
telling me the truth (although he did start puffing pretty heavily towards
the end of the session, offering me various incentives and rebates). Can I
trust books in the library? How is the technology changing? How old of a
book is still reliable? Are there good magazines to research (e.g., Fine
Homebuilding)?

I appreciate all the help you can give me.

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Sincerely,

John Snow
CAD Manager
Ground Support PLLC
2475 152 Ave. NE
Redmond, WA 98052

425.376.0177 (ph)
425.376.0277 (fax)