The Sad Truth About Retrofit Windows

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Are you in the market for retrofit windows? If so, be sure to watch this video first. I'll share with you the sad truth about retrofit windows that most people don't know.

[toronjanahera]

That's the most incomplete video ever, don't do it wrong do it right that's all I learned from that video.
Really, how's that gonna help anybody, we all know that.

[felipeoros]

If you say retroFIN Windows one more time... smh.. lol

[willytrouble]

Seriously....it's a house....not a rocket. I replaced all of my foggy vinyl windows myself with the cheapest replacement panes I could find. Pop four trim pieces off, remove the glass, insert new glass, reinstall trim pieces, done. It's not hard, but window replacement company would have you believe it's like nuclear engineering. A company i had come in to give me a quote on replacing my foggy glass wanted over $1000 per window. I said no thanks and replaced the glass only in about 20 minutes for $56. Ridiculous. It was easier than changing the oil in my car.

[soniaserrano]

I have a question. Ok so I am having my windows replaces with retro fitted windows. One window is being made larger and adjusted to left about 4" give or take. So framing is being adjusted. Do we need to add flashing? My contractor and window guys are telling me that caulking will be enough. I really think it needs flashing but everyone but the contractor and trades are saying yes it needs flashing.

[ERK]

I like how he is an expert and says retrofin lmfao like 15 times

[View-tymp]

My retrofits leaked this past winter with all the rain we had. What would you suggest? Resetting and resealing or replacing them with new construction? The windows might be 10 years old at least, I'm not sure. I just moved to the house.

[robbatis]

I have a sunroom in my home, with 8 molded windows. single pane aluminum narrow frame. what materials would I need to install a retrofit?

[AllForSciFI]

This is true for an inset window or nail on new construction but for retrofit windows with a z-bar that sits on the stucco in an aluminum window it’s not necessary to put chalking on the frame or jamb of the old window because it’s covered by the z-bar. You just seal the outside and inside.

[saebuilders]

Well said! I have this conversation all the time with clients; however, most of them don't seem to really understand the importance of this. The only thing I would add is that if you have a failing frame or failing window flashing, Retrofit may not solve ALL of your leaking issues. Again, Great Job!

[useurhed]

Useful video, thanks, but I'm looking at Simonton vinyl replacement windows for my stucco house, and a) there isn't an option called "retrofin" and b) neither of their 2 options have any exterior, exposed moulding like you show in this video. Their options are 1) nailfin (wide flange on the exterior but it's designed to be hidden under siding or stucco, or 2) blockfin, which has no exterior flange or moulding (if fits flush with the window opening, it slides into the existing frame, which is left in place, and it's nailed in place to the interior side of the old window frame, through the wallboard, into the studs & header. Are you as confident that this blockfin style of window can be leak free when you install them? Thanks.

[stephenjones]

Thank you, brother. I have a leaky retrofit window. It started leaking about 5 years after installation.

[elizabethbetty]

Hi Shawn. I had retrofit Anlin windows and so far they are holding up well. No leaking or other issues. I know the window is only as good as the install. It rained couple days ago downpours rain driven hail etc. my windows are performing well.

[Ally__Chic]

I live in a century home and want to replace my single pane windows. Is retrofit my only option if i want to keep my interior window trim?

[leathercheerio]

How many nails should you put into the nailing fin for a new construction vinyl window because there's probably 30 slots for them and are zinc plated construction screws ok

[jenniferahrendt]

Fit fit fit...you don't fin them in you FIT them in. Lol

[bobjones]

Most window and door installers are morons, I've been in it for 32 years and was taught by old school biggest problem is no sill pan I bet these dudes don't use them either...It's an absolute must...If you can't seal a window/door properly you shouldn't be installing them.Not even on your own home.

[timsalsedo]

We’re listening too a man who does his eye brows lol

[couchpotatoe]

Okay Kinky Boots, thanks for the awesome tips on how to install windows the proper way. 😂

[starsonjason]

Retrofin is bad in my opinion but retroFIT is better, just use spray foam around the window and wrap it out with aluminum pvc, caulk around it and you’re golden 👍🏾👍🏾

[xpkareem]

Right way 2:30
he's just bitching till then.
For other impatient people like me.