McCann Window Northbrook Chicago IL

847-562-1212 | 3375 Commercial Ave. | Northbrook, IL 60062

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Window Replacement. It’s all in the details.

A Window Replacement Project with Unique Details

Special window replacement projects need extra attention to detail to make them a success—It’s all in the details. In late spring, we had a unique project with unique details. The homeowner wanted to replace her windows but did not want to disrupt the copper roof or the integrity of her home with the window replacement. (before photos below). We wanted to honor her request and thought of a solution. Instead of pulling the whole bow window out, we installed individual inserts inside their existing frames. Thanks to the excellent collaboration between Liz Schroeder, our production manager; Bill McClaughry, Pella Rep (we are a Pella Platinum Certified Contractor), and our service team led by Petr, this job turned out wonderfully (after images below). Our team’s solution without sacrificing the integrity of the house made this window replacement project a success.

All in all, a wonderful job for a client who really wanted things just so. I think we hit our mark. And, above all, the client was pleased with the results.

Have a Project that Needs Special Attention?

Window Replacement. It’s-all-in-the-details. Call us with your window replacement special project. Serving areas from Evanston to Gurnee, from Lake Michigan to Arlington Heights, McCann Window & Exteriors fill the need for people who want to deal with local businesses. McCann feels that people appreciate having access to someone local as opposed to having to deal with a conglomerate. Neighbors helping neighbors. When it comes to supporting local businesses, you’re not just helping your community—it supports you too.

We’re in the neighborhood and just a phone call away. Order today and we can install them in as little as three weeks. Most installations only take one day. To schedule a free consultation call (847) 562-1212 or schedule FREE consultation.

 

 

Before replace window
Before replacing windows.

 

window replacement with unique details
After: A window replacement solution that made the homeowner very happy.

 

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Additional windows on the home were replaced.

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The Pros and Cons of Pella Replacement Windows

Pella Replacement Windows

Throughout my 25-plus years in the replacement window and door business in the Chicago area, I have worked with a lot of window manufacturers. We have always selected manufacturers that provide the service, style, and cost options suited for our clientele.

Replacement windows must fit your home décor, lifestyle preferences, and cost needs. Over several blog posts, I will tell you about the manufacturers we use and under what conditions we recommend one or another.

First up, Pella replacement windows.

Of all the window manufacturers, Pella is the most innovative. They are always coming out with new products that improve appearance, function, or energy savings.

Pella Replacement WindowsThe Pella snap-in, between-the-glass Slimshade®, for instance, is a patented design in which the shades are between the panes of glass. The shades block the sun without a separate unit in the home, and they’re available in a wide variety of colors. It’s an extremely clever design.

Pella window replacement also provides the most options for cost and finish. Although Pella can be the most costly windows we sell, they also have the most cost points in their product line.

I have Pella windows in my house. They look and really feel great. The hardware has a clean modern look. The double-hung windows feel solid and, to me, have the same reassuring sound as a door closing on a Mercedes-Benz.

Just as with a high-end car, some colors work for Pella, and others don’t. Pella windows have a wide variety of beautiful colors and finishes—with three prefinished shades of interior white, for instance. You can’t go wrong with any of them. However, dark vinyl exterior colors have had a tendency to fade over the years.

If we see a home with a south-facing wall in bright sunlight, with a dark color, we are more likely to specify Marvin windows over Pella. Look for our next post on manufacturers we use, in which I’ll tell you more about what makes Marvin’s replacement windows unique.

Let’s talk about the best choice for your home. Schedule a free consultation, by filling out our form.