I’ve had both Renewal by Andersen and Window World into my home to give me a quote on my replacement window project of twelve windows. These two companies do pretty much everything different and you’ll also learn how much they vary in pricing.
Be sure to see the Wacky Window Window Comparison Chart to see how many of the well-known Replacement Window Companies in Columbus, Ohio compare when they quote the same home using the same window specs.
Window World and Renewal by Andersen, who is the most affordable?
That’s an easy question to answer if your shopping by price alone. On the Wacky Window Woman Comparison Chart, Window World is one-third of the price of Renewal by Andersen. However, as you begin to really compare the Alside 4000 Series Window that Window World offers to the custom designed Fibrex Window that Andersen offers, they are vastly different.
The most affordable option on the chart is through McCloud Windows. McCloud Windows also sells Alside Windows, but a much better version than what you get with Window World. The 4000 series by Window World, is often considered a more budget-friendly option, with solid construction and performance. It has a traditional design but might have a slightly bulkier frame compared to the Quattro series that you get from McCloud Windows. If you’re looking for a more energy-efficient, sleek design: The Alside Quattro Window would likely be the better choice. It’s a higher-end, more modern option with a greater focus on energy performance.
Renewal by Andersen, hits hard on the fact that their window is much more than a traditional vinyl window. Their Window Representative stated that, in his opinion, vinyl windows are weak and that Renewal by Andersen’s Fibrex material, which is what they use in lieu of vinyl, is comprised of 60% reclaimed wood fiber blended with 40% polymer. This material makes the Andersen window extremely heavy compared to the vinyl windows I had seen the others bring into my home, and based upon their sales pitch, a much more durable material than Vinyl, but with more durable material comes a hefty price tag.
Renewal by Andersen talks a lot about their Fibrex material, claiming it’s far superior to vinyl. And sure, the frame matters—but let’s not forget the real MVP of energy efficiency: the glass.
It’s actually the Low-E coatings and argon gas fills that do most of the heavy lifting when it comes to keeping your home comfortable and your energy bills in check. The frame—whether it’s Fibrex, vinyl, wood, or unobtanium—isn’t the main player in stopping heat loss or keeping out the cold. It’s like praising the picture frame for the quality of the artwork inside.
So while Fibrex may be a solid, durable choice, if you’re comparing windows, don’t get too caught up in the frame material alone. Pay close attention to what’s in the glass unit itself—that’s where the real performance happens.
Window Replacement Columbus Ohio Prices
If you have the budget and can afford to pay three-times more for a high quality window then go for it. However, I would guess most of us can’t afford or just don’t want to spend 300% more than necessary for a good quality replacement window. Specifically, if you know you won’t be in your home forever, or if you are making improvements so you can sell at top-dollar, there isn’t a real need to go overboard on the quality of the window. If you plan to sell your home, just being able to say “new replacement windows with low E glass and argon gas” along with a transferable warranty is sufficient per my friends in the Real Estate Industry.
I’ve had several Replacement Window companies into my home to quote my window project of 12 windows. I asked each to price the same window specs, so we can get to an apples to apples comparison. So far, on my comparison chart, Renewal by Andersen is at the bottom of the list and Window World is ranked #2 based on price, although their window doesn’t stand up to the Alside Quatrro that McCloud Windows offers at a lesser price, which is why they are #1. Nathan McCloud will get you a better Window with an even more affordable price than Window World.
Best Replacement Window for the Money – Ohio
If you are truly comparing Window World to Renewal by Andersen, you are going to have decide if you are in the market for a window that might last forever are you looking for a traditional, basic vinyl window at a competitive price?
Be sure to see the Wacky Window Woman Price Comparison Chart to see how the larger players in Columbus, Ohio stack up one against the other when you do a true apples to apples comparison. They all priced white vinyl windows, double-hung, double pane with argon gas. The price ranges from just over $10K to over $34,000 with Renewal by Andersen.
