Lowe’s United Window - How to install vinyl replacement window - United window and door from Lowe's

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What's up guys, in this video I replace old wood windows with United window and door vinyl replacement window from Lowe's.
The United window is vinyl, double hung and come with 10 year warranty. The sashes tilt for easy clean up and comes with 2 trim pieces.
I typically install the Pella 150 series windows, but they were out of stock and I had to get a job done, so I opted for the United Window Pro series, which is equal in grade to the Pella 150.
The United Window felt very similar to the Pella 150 in weight and quality. There were two main differences between the tow and I point that out in the video.
As far as installation, the process if fairly straight forward. Once you replace one vinyl window, they all install the same. In this installation video I do remove the sashes to make the window lighter to handle.
The United window comes with the hardware necessary to install and two trim pieces meant to be used on the bottom or/and the top if necessary.
I hope you find this video helpful for your project, and as always leave me a comment , if you have any questions.
Disclaimer: these videos are for information purposes only. They are not meant to induce action; therefore, you agree and understand that you make your own decisions and absorb all risks associated with said decisions/actions. You further agree to hold True Grit Development, LLC, it’s members and anyone affiliated with True Grit Development, LLC harmless from any damage or loss.
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[@lynchtrammell1]

Hello, This is straight up one of the ONLY videos I've found that replaces a window similar to the one I have (wood sash, aluminum track) with a new vinyl one. Very informative, thank you!

[@TrueGritDevelopment]

Love to hear that man, gd luck with your project 👊🏼

[@carolhildebrand8360]

At the end of the video you show what the screws on the outside frame, one on each side halfway up, what they are used for! Thank you, nobody else explains that. I could not find that on the Pella site, I also went back to Lowes and the assistant there at the time didn't know. Thanks

[@TrueGritDevelopment]

I am glad you found it helpful. Such a simple thing yet so effective. Thanks for watching 👊🏼

[@lynburton-wright6832]

thank you so much for this video wow our contractor kind of went to fast and we had to point out to him that the screen was bowing and very hard to open so this video helps immensely yes

[@TrueGritDevelopment]

Glad it helped! Thanks for watching 👊🏼

[@sonnetlyric3951]

Outstanding! Thanks for the help sir!

[@TrueGritDevelopment]

My pleasure 👊🏼

[@cindyk4145]

I just got new windows, my old ones were just like this, they pulled out the stops on all the windows, which were in good shape. they put in the replacement ones window, didnt use any flashing, i asked him if i should get it, he said no. Then they didnt use any adhesive to the inside, i asked about that he said, they caulk outside of it. They put foam on sides, then they made some wooden trim to frame it in the outside, then, they caulked all around the trim. This was a contractor. I do have weep holes, so i hope i dont have issues…

[@cindyk4145]

I did paint all my sills before they put in new windowd to protect them from moisture.

[@TrueGritDevelopment]

Good on you for doing that. Co tractors do the minimum. Caulk will dry over time. In my view, what is the harm in putting down flashing tape? It’s also recommended. Don’t worry, chances are you will be ok, it’s just an added precaution.

[@mohammedzaman8335]

Thanks it was explained very well 👏

[@TrueGritDevelopment]

Thank you, glad you found it helpful 👊🏼

[@curiosity2314]

Great explainer.

[@TrueGritDevelopment]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching 👊🏼

[@elmerkerth3871]

Great video I really like it thank you

[@TrueGritDevelopment]

Glad you enjoyed it. Please share 👊🏼

[@ferdinandp21]

great video!

[@TrueGritDevelopment]

Thanks! Appreciate the love 👊🏼

[@sheltdog8463]

You wanna talk about a window replacement mess. My parents decided to replace the windows in their house. These windows had storm windows also and the had the aluminum frames and they had no brick moulding on the exterior, why I don’t know but every house in the neighborhood that is brick was built the same way. So they hire a company and a guy comes out and takes measurements. I believe it took a couple months to have them made. Well the windows are ready and a contractor shows up with a boat load of windows. So the crew pulls out the first window located in the living room and it’s a double window. So it gets pulled and they go to install the replacement and it doesn’t fit! They go and get another double window and it doesn’t fit either. The lead guy goes and measures all the windows and goes out to the replacements that he has and not a single window will work! The guys were able to get the living room window temporary installed and makes the call to the shop and relays the news. The next day another guy shows up and retakes all the window measurements and apologized to my parents and told them he would put a rush order in for the new ones. They did get all the windows replaced on the second go around. This company lost their butts on that job which was around & $25K!!!

[@TrueGritDevelopment]

So typical of window companies! They sub everything out and the profit margin is ridiculous. Glad your parents got their windows!

[@martinbeaulieu9008]

All of the questions I've had concerning replacement windows were answered here in this very short time!!! Thank you!!! But my windows are .25 inch smaller than the opening! Is this, OK? Everything is square

[@TrueGritDevelopment]

Glad you found your answers. Yes, that’s fine. Thanks for watching 👊🏼

[@c9206805684]

Thank you for this video! I have a 8 windows that are the old wood windows with the aluminum track with the springs. Unfortunately one of my cats broke the window luckily I have the storm windows. Im hoping to start working one the broken window soon. You have explained alot and helped ease my mind, now I feel confident with replacing the window

[@TrueGritDevelopment]

Glad it helped! Once you do one, you’ll find it’s much easier than it looks. Good luck 👊🏼

[@BassAmateur99]

Ive watched a bunch of these types of videos and you're the only one I've seen that doesn't use expanding foam around the window , Is there a reason why?

[@TrueGritDevelopment]

I do, but don’t cover that in the video. I have another video where I install Pella 150 series windows and I show that there. One tip when using foam is to go lite, so the window has room to expand in the Summer. You may also use backer board or bat foam insulation.

[@fattyratz2474]

Can you do a video on how to wrap the outside frame in aluminum?

[@TrueGritDevelopment]

Unfortunately I do not do that work. You will need a breaker tool to bend aluminum. You can rent the tool BTW. It’s not difficult, but requires precise measuring and basic understanding of angled cuts and tucking. Nowadays, many contractors and swapping with pvc or Azek trim for exterior. Thanks for watching.

[@briha3142]

So, double hung windows means that both window sections can move up or down independently? (Or slide, if they’re Sliders?) thanks for showing us!

[@TrueGritDevelopment]

That’s correct.👍🏼. Thanks for watching

[@christopherdekonstrukt444]

The window in my study was installed poorly by a previous owner and looks like they cut the nailing fin off except at the top. So I'm treating it as a replacement window. Perfectly good window just was installed poorly.

[@TrueGritDevelopment]

Maybe they bought a new construction window to use for a replacement window job?

[@zephyr1408]

Is cutting a new hole in a old house considered new construction window?

[@TrueGritDevelopment]

If there is no siding. The new construction window comes with a nail flange that goes against the framing. See my other window replacement window, Pella 150 series from Lowe’s. I discuss the new construction window. Thanks for watching 👊🏼