I wonder if anyone knows of a good source or site for scratch and dent windows. Perferably in the Boston area. They’d be for a new addition and need to be code energy windows. Possibly a builder who has surplus he’s looking to get rid of.
Wanted: (6) 4′-0 X 7’6″ Double hung
(8) 4′-0 X 4′-0 DH
(1) 8′-0 X 8′-0 Glider Door
(1) 1′-0 X 3′-6″ Glider window
Mabe there’s a web site someone knows of- I’ve had no luck finding any.
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I don't think the kind of guy who sells dented windows would have a website. This is the kind of item yuou have to get out and beat the bushes for.
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If any Richy Riches on that island up there changed their mind about any good looking Marvin stuff or the like, this would be a good time to clean your barn out- I'm game for a ride to Maine to meet the ferry- bring it on!
Seriously- I know there's good stuff out there with you guys- I've picked up a triple 4'-0 x 7'-0 D/H all mulled up Marvin with the dividers on the glass and all- saved a bundle!
Around here, Habitat for Humanity gets a lot of that stuff "But to be honest some folks here have been pushing the envelope quite a bit with their unnecessary use if swear words. They just put a character in to replace a letter. But everyone knows what they're saying." Sancho
I'm not looking for free or anything you'd give away. I know I've kept expensive rejects around til I'd clean the garage again.
Habitat's not looking to give them away either<G> They get donations from builders, lumberyards, renovators...mis-orders, overstocks, remodels...they have stores around here. "But to be honest some folks here have been pushing the envelope quite a bit with their unnecessary use if swear words. They just put a character in to replace a letter. But everyone knows what they're saying." Sancho
Check Builders Supply up in Peabody. They have a ton of stuff. If you know somebody with an account at Harvey Industries, they keep a section in each of their wharehouses for mismade windows. All of them are new, but it is usually a manufacturing srew up.
Tim
On my way to Beverly to P/U a Marvin that was mismeasured- I'll try to hit them if they're open on Sats. Thanks that was perfect timing!
Thanks to you alll for the tips- the Wantad and Craigslist were helpful- I'm going to pickup another one now!
Hey Soxfan- Thanks for the tip. Just got back from picking up a HO's wrongsized archtop Marvin DH in Beverly so I stopped after at Builders Supply in Peabody. I'm going back with the van on Monday! $50 Andersen DH's definetley worth the trip!
Thanks again
Happy to help.
Tim
Check the newspapaers, penny saver, and craigs list.In KC there is place that adertises under construction mater in the classifieds.But you need to go there. You never know what you will find..
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A-holes. Hey every group has to have one. And I have been elected to be the one. I should make that my tagline.
Thanks Bill- I figure know there are lots of guys posting here that have access to high end material - I'll try those too. I'm heading out to get the want ad...
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Check the lumberyards for those mis-orders.
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I have a ton of windows I got free, but you gotta make the hole to fit the window. The window cos don't bother to pick them up, what's the chance of selling them? Apparently not as good as the chance of storing them forever.
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In Jacksonville, FL there is a commercial outfit ( I have no connection with them ) called Contractor's Best that sells items like that. e.g. stuff ordered but not returned, etc. They always have a lot of turnover. Ask around, there's bound to be someone that has filled that niche in your area.
If you are still looking and live near Fitchburg, Ma. there is a scratch and dent warehouse on Summer street. It goes by the name of Howlett Lumber. They sell windows, door and a number of other products you may need to do a job. Good luck.
Thanks 54,
I'm going to check it out.
heres a link to the habitat restores
http://www.habitat.org/cd/env/restore.aspx
like any second hand place the key is to stop often , im in ours at least three times a week , good stuff sells quick
watch the classifieds for demolition sales I get a lot that way to ..
like somebody else mentioned the bargains are there you do have to work at it , not going to be quick and easy
It does take time- but I'm finding the bargains. I checked the habitat site but nothing until Maine and NJ from here but thanks for the suggestion.
Try ebay under business and industrial. I've often seen whole house window orders, or going out of business ordershttp://business.listings.ebay.com/Construction_Building-Materials-Supplies_W0QQfromZR4QQsacatZ41498QQsocmdZListingItemList
Thanks Nater-
I tried a Marvin window search on ebay and got nothing so thanks for the link- I'm goin back to it now. Someone has some realy cool stainless steel french doors on there.