Jeld-Wen patio sliders and windows

[Happy Gourmand]

I went into the Nashua store last night to get more info and talk to the millwork person. I found out that ALL the windows that are sold at HD are actually manufactured by Andersen. They make the HD American Craftsman brand (of which I have several on my porch in Meredith, and like them) and they also own Jeld-Wen.
I didn't order them and good thing I didn't because my wife now tells me that she would like to have the model with the blinds between the glass.
So, to get this thread back a little more on topic, anybody with good or bad experience with Jeld-Wen with or without the blinds?

[Winnisquamguy]

Originally Posted by The Phantom Gourmand

I went into the Nashua store last night to get more info and talk to the millwork person. I found out that ALL the windows that are sold at HD are actually manufactured by Andersen. They make the HD American Craftsman brand (of which I have several on my porch in Meredith, and like them) and they also own Jeld-Wen.

Not sure what that person is talking about but Anderson and Jeld Wen are to different companies.

I have a french door and a walk through door with the blinds in them and have never had a problem with either of them.

[SIKSUKR]

Jeld Wen is owned by the Wendt family.

[Happy Gourmand]

Spoke with a different and obviously much more knowledgeable person at HD last night. Also did a bit of investigating on my own, and Jeld Wen is NOT owned by Andersen.
I placed my order for an 8' and a 5' slider without the blinds as they won't put them in the 8 footer.
I did decide on the Jeld Wen.
Thank you all for your comments and feedback.

[songkrai]

As I stated above each manufacturer has different designs, different qualities, different prices.

Here is what is listed on the Jeld-Wen site for patio doors.

Custom Wood
Aurora
Siteline EX
Tradition Plus
Builders Wood
Premium Wood
Premium Vinyl
Builder Vinyl
Premium Atlantic Vinyl
Premium Aluminum
Builders Aluminum
Builders Florida Aluminum

When comparing one brand to another one has to compare apples to apples.

[Happy Gourmand]

Originally Posted by songkrai

As I stated above each manufacturer has different designs, different qualities, different prices.

Here is what is listed on the Jeld-Wen site for patio doors.

Custom Wood
Aurora
Siteline EX
Tradition Plus
Builders Wood
Premium Wood
Premium Vinyl
Builder Vinyl
Premium Atlantic Vinyl
Premium Aluminum
Builders Aluminum
Builders Florida Aluminum

When comparing one brand to another one has to compare apples to apples.

I went with the Premium Vinyl, a step above the Builder's Vinyl.

[mcwtoyz]

So Phantom, it has been over a year now with the Jeld Wen. Any updates on your selection. I am contemplating getting the Jeld Wen over the Sunrise which would save me about $700. It would be installed by the same dealer as the sunrise so I am confident that they would install the door properly. Any feedback on your experience after a year would be appreciated!

[nhboat61]

Hi, I had 30, (yes 30 - main house and cottage) Jeld-Wen windows installed in my camp last year. We have had them for a year and have had very good luck with them. We spent about 45% of our time there this winter and never had a worry about heat loss.

Very solid built, no drafts and smooth operating. 8 are sliding windows, the balance double hung. I have no problem using them again. Also, when closed ithey keep the noise out and make it very quiet.

My buddy is a buildier in CT and uses them when he cant use a Marvin or Anderson.

we had one sliding glass door put in as well, the only problem is the screen door not operating right. I think it is more to do with the house then the door.

These were purchased direct from factory by the contractor. these did not come from HD or Lowes.

I would recommend and purchase them again

[Happy Gourmand]

Originally Posted by mcwtoyz

So Phantom, it has been over a year now with the Jeld Wen. Any updates on your selection. I am contemplating getting the Jeld Wen over the Sunrise which would save me about $700. It would be installed by the same dealer as the sunrise so I am confident that they would install the door properly. Any feedback on your experience after a year would be appreciated!

We had 3 sliders installed, 8', 6' and 5' and 2 sliding windows. All have performed flawlessly. The sliders operate very smoothly and are very solid feeling. Nice tight fits on all of them. Two of the sliders are exterior on a 3 season porch, we feel no drafts on windy and cold days. The other slider opens up to the porch and has the blinds between the glass.
We are very satisfied and would highly recommend them.

[codeman671]

We are experiencing some pretty bad leaks in our Jeld Wen upper casing windows. It is the frames that are leaking, not around the edges. They are all wood, not vinyl.

[HellRaZoR004]

Originally Posted by codeman671

We are experiencing some pretty bad leaks in our Jeld Wen upper casing windows. It is the frames that are leaking, not around the edges. They are all wood, not vinyl.

Leaks of air or water ?

[Happy Gourmand]

Originally Posted by codeman671

We are experiencing some pretty bad leaks in our Jeld Wen upper casing windows. It is the frames that are leaking, not around the edges. They are all wood, not vinyl.

Could it be that the flashing wasn't installed properly?

[jmen24]

Originally Posted by The Phantom Gourmand

Could it be that the flashing wasn't installed properly?

This is my bet! Poor installation carries the lions share of issues with windows and doors. There is not much difference from one manufacturer to the other, except the add-on bells and whistles or series options. (that opinion comes from 10 years of selling the top 3 side to side in a built-in showroom display, each brand trades something to better another item they deem more important. It is all marketing)

In a log home it is even more important than with a conventional framed home to get the flashing detail correct, because there is minimal space to make the proper flashing fitment work. There are ways to implement "timeless" exposed flashing details that have been used in this area for hundreds of years.

[codeman671]

Originally Posted by jmen24

This is my bet! Poor installation carries the lions share of issues with windows and doors. There is not much difference from one manufacturer to the other, except the add-on bells and whistles or series options. (that opinion comes from 10 years of selling the top 3 side to side in a built-in showroom display, each brand trades something to better another item they deem more important. It is all marketing)

In a log home it is even more important than with a conventional framed home to get the flashing detail correct, because there is minimal space to make the proper flashing fitment work. There are ways to implement "timeless" exposed flashing details that have been used in this area for hundreds of years.

It is actually leaking through where the glass and trim meet on the outside, not around the outside of the window frame. If the rain ever stops I will take a picture.