Interstate is a composite and vinyl window manufacturer located in Pennsylvania. Here we’ll be looking at Interstate Windows Reviews for the full range of models that they offer.
Interstate offers windows on the east coast and into the mid-west, about as far west as Illinois.
My company has dealt with Interstate windows in the past but we haven’t dealt with them for many years. Perhaps here you’ll see why.
In Interstate Windows Reviews that we’ll be covering include the following:
- CompositWood Model 9800 Reviews
- CompositWood Model 9400 Reviews
- Model 6800 InVision Vinyl Windows Reviews
- Model 5000 Windows Reviews
- Model 5100 Windows Reviews
- Model 5200 Windows Reviews
Is the Interstate window warranty any good?
I’d say the Interstate window warranty is pretty decent. It’s a lifetime warranty, which is something almost every manufacturer says. It does cover more than some other companies will cover so that’s good news.
The vinyl or composite frames are covered for as long as you own the house, but wood components are not. They also prorate the insulated glass coverage after a period of time which is not ideal.
You’ll see labor is only covered for 1 year and the window warranty is transferable one time as long as you pay the fee on time.
At the end of the day it’s a better warranty that you’ll get from many vinyl or composite window manufacturers.
Do Interstate windows come in custom colors?
They sure do and for certain customers that can be a nice feature. If you really need to match an unusual color a custom color might be the only way to go.
It’s important to keep in mind that there might be better alternatives. For example, if you’re trying to match the new windows to your existing door or trim you might find it’s less costly to just repaint the door.
Adding a custom color to new windows can be expensive and it can also produce difficulties down the road. If you have custom painted windows and you need to reorder a sash in 5 years it might be a little more of a hassle that you’re expecting.
Before ordering windows in a custom color I’d make sure that’s really the only way to achieve your style goal. If it is then Interstate might be a good option.
Are Interstate composite windows better than vinyl?
I wouldn’t say better, but they are different. The main upside to a composite window is that it can look more like a wood window. They also cost more than vinyl windows so you’ll need to decide if the increase in cost is worth the difference in look.
Composite windows will generally be less energy efficient than vinyl windows as well. For example, the Interstate 6800 vinyl window has an air infiltration rate of 0.05 which is on the better end of the spectrum. The model 9800 composite window has an air infiltrate rate of 0.12. That means the composite window lets in more than twice as much air when closed and locked.
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I’ve received a couple quotes to replace 16 standard double hung windows and a 6′ patio door, and I’m looking for some insight into the quality/price.
1. EZ window solutions (Interstate Model 6800 windows) $10,900
2. Window Town (Vinyl Kraft 5500 series) $8,069
3. Advanced Windows and Siding (Vinyl Max Franklin model) $7,360- $8,160 depending on double or triple pane. This is just for the windows because he hasn’t gotten back on the price for the door yet.
4. Window world 4000 model (AMI)- $10,883
A lot of locals also recommend Seaway Windows, but I’m not sure how they compare as we haven’t asked for a quote yet.
Thanks for your input!
Hi,
Any reviews or thoughts on the Interstate 5200 series.
Thank you
I just had five Interstate 5200 DH installed and one 5200 Picture. I replaced old wooden windows. I looked at several vinyl windows sold by the big box stores. The 5200’s are constructed much better and with more thought than what I saw at the big box stores. The 5200’s are considered mid-level. The spec for things like U-factor and SHGC are quite good. The pricing I received was very attractive. The people who installed were not sub contractors and that was an import point in my consideration of which company to use. Will they hold up over time? I had no way to understand if any of the more famous brands would hold up better. The warranty sounds good at being Lifetime plus the company selling them further warranties them for even breakage from the neighbor boy’s soccer ball.
We have decided to continue to replace the rest of our home’s windows with this company.
Thanks for sharing your experience. The risk with those small manufacturers is defininltey the warranty. For example, we’ve had many people reaching out lately saying they can’t get warranty coverage for windows from Northeast Building Products. While not connected to this company it’s a great example of how customers often undervalue the fact that they’re going to need parts or some kind of support 10 years down the road and those small manufacturers may not be around. There are lots of well established brands that offer basically the same features so working with a brand like that is a risk. It may work out great, but it’s good to be aware. Good luck with your project.
I am considering Interstate windows. It is difficult for home owners to understand who is a a large or small manufacturer. Who will be around in the next 10 to 15 years? Interstate says they have been around since 1938 in some form or another. Your initial comments about this manufacturer read as positive but for some reason you now seem to be directing the last reviewer toward more name brand manufactures. Have you heard of warranty issues with Interstate windows? I have been looking at Anderson and Pella windows but I cannot see how I can rationalize paying two to three times the price for even their mid-level vinyl window.