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Our Revere windows reviews will be completed shortly. You’ll be able to find detailed reviews on the new Revere Berkshire Elite window along with the Revere Amherst Plus window option.
We’ll also have detailed revere windows reviews of the older Revere windows. The full line of Revere vinyl windows consists of:
- Amherst
- Amherst Plus
- Berkshire
- Berkshire Elite
- Sovereign
- Casement & Awning
- Sliding Patio Door
Revere is owned by Associated Materials, Inc based out of Ohio. As we’ve previously discussed AMI owns several window companies which makes them one of the largest companies in the replacement window business.
Each company that they operate fill a different segment of the market. The Revere window line is a higher end product that is typically only offered by larger window installation companies. The Revere vinyl windows use high end components and the newer models, particularly the Berkshire Elite, offer high end ratings. From low u-factors to great air infiltration windows the newer Berkshire Elite option represents a pretty solid value.
The Revere brand traces its roots back to Paul Revere in Boston in the early 1800s. The story goes that the company once made copper sheeting for naval vessels. Since then they’ve produced the world famous line of cookware and other metal products. That led them into producing metal siding which led to aluminum windows and other building products.
The Revere window plant operated in Richmond Virginia for many years. After the building products business was acquired by AMI the production was shifted to other plants across the US. All Revere windows are still manufactured in the USA for the American market.
At this point the older Revere Berkshire and Revere Amherst windows have been discontinued. These models have been replaced by the newer Berkshire Elite and Amherst Plus. While the Berkshire Elite shares a similar name to its predecessor it is a completely redesigned window.
We hope you enjoy the Revere windows reviews and we invite you to ask any questions you may have as you’re considering your options. We’re happy to help out!
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What’s the bottom line?
In my opinion Revere makes some of the nicest windows in the market today. I’ve been dealing with them for quite a long time with great results so I speak from first hand experience. They offer a wide range of choices and all of the window options represent good quality products that should last a lifetime.
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When shopping for windows I do always suggest finding a great installation company before you fall in love with any particular window model. There are plenty of great window options out there but not as many local companies that are great to work with.
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Remember, for more great window company info you can find our suggestions for the best local companies in 2023 right here. There’s no need to work with a company that gives you the run-around or makes the process difficult. There are plenty of fish in the sea as they say. The best way to get started is to check out our list of great window companies here.
Thank you for your information on Revere. I received a quote for replacement windows from them today. I admit, as a late in life first-time homebuyer, that I’m baffled at the options. I thought their price seemed competitive and wasn’t hard sell. Are they a decent mid-priced replacement window?
Confused in Dubuque, Iowa
We think so, but it really depends on the local company offering the windows. If they’re a solid firm with a good track record then you’ll likely be happy with the results.
I would like to know if you or anyone else would install Berkshire or the sovereign windows in my area. Bristol Pa. I would like to know the difference between the two and to get a quote on 14 windows. if possible.
Sovereign windows were designed for triple pane glass. They have thicker frames to cary the extra weight. If your windows are big you may never notice the difference, but if your windows are small they difference can be noticeable. If you’re going with double pane glass there aren’t many reasons to pay extra for the Sovereign frame.
Thanks for your reviews. Was offered Berkshire elite by a reputable local installer, but wife wanted exterior divided light grids, which then installer said Revere’s Sovereign line is the only one that had that option.
What are your thoughts on the Sovereign line? I can’t figure out the difference between the Berkshire elite and the Sovereign lines from their brochure.
The Sovereign line is typically used for triple pane, which is also why it works for the exterior grids. It’s been a popular window for years. I also like that it comes with foam filled frames standard. I expect you’d be happy with it.
Appreciate all of your information. I haven’t yet received CPD info from Window Universe in Cleveland (a little concerning the rep didn’t know what that was, and this company is recommended by you…just sayin’!), but I assume that Alside and Revere Casements (both AMI windows) make the same casement, correct? Or not?
My biggest beef with the casement from AMI is the aesthetics of the screen clips. I had one contractor tell me that he could order the window without the clips… he simply inserts an aluminum tenision clip on the sides (kinda nifty, but don’t know how it will hold up). Any thoughts on that?
Thanks!
Rob
PS: your website rocks is crazy-informative. Just. Awesome.
I send them an email and ask them to follow up with you. I’m confident they’ll be able to take care of you. There’s a reason they’re the top rated company on Angie’s List in all of Northeast Ohio.
I was ready to sign the contract with Window Universe for some Revere Berkshire’s but decided to take one more look around. Can you help reassure me?
Hi Ben, the newer Revere Berkshire Elite window uses upgraded balances, has a 0.04 air infiltration rating, standard double strength glass and it meets and exceeds all of the Energy Star guidelines. I do think it’s a great product.
For more feedback check out the reviews of Window Universe in Indianapolis on Angie’s List. Last I saw they had something like 50 straight great review from real customers in your area. If people weren’t happy with the products you’d see it on there. I’m confident you’ll be happy with the results.
BTW, just today Angie’s List started offering a 40% discount to our readers. You can sign up with this link and use promo code WINDOWDOG40 to save 40% off of the cost of an annual membership. It’s absolutely worth spending a few bucks to make sure you’re comfortable with your choice.
Which is a better window – Vytex Fortis Series Energy Saver Plus vs Revere Sovereign Model 0501 BarrierXP Plus?
I’m more familiar with the Revere product than the Vytex. Not a huge fan of the older Sovereign window although we have installed them from time to time. What did you like about the Vytex product?
I am going to be replacing 8 casement windows and have been looking at the reviews for the revere Berkshire Elite and the Polaris ultra weld., are these comparable windows?
Any pros or cons . I am in Indianapolis area
Yes, I’d say they’re relatively similar. What did you see as the big differences?
I forgot to ask if you knew the air infiltration and u rating of both
I’m not sure about the Ultraweld, but the Revere Casement window has an air infiltration rating of 0.02 which is pretty tight.
Are Revere Elite frame constructed with metal or fiberglass support inside the frames? If not, why not? Won’t vinyl tend to bow over time?
Also, do we need to ensure that the vinyl is virgin vinyl?
Pretty much all nicer windows use virgin vinyl, that’s not really a thing anymore although salespeople still do talk about it. The Revere windows are available with either a steel or composite reinforcement. They have a lifetime warranty so no need to worry about anything like that.
Hello Mr. Windowdog. Do you know if Revere makes its windows with beige vinyl exterior and white vinyl interior? I’m trying to determine whether the beige outside is welded to the white interior vinyl, or if the beige is a painted finish. It didn’t seem to say on their brochure.
Thank you for answering all my questions.
I do. There are 2 ways to do a beige exterior and white interior on most of the Revere windows. To figure out what is going on with colors first remember that the vinyl window extrusions typically come in either white or beige. So to start, the most common way to do this is to use a beige window and add a white laminate on the interior. I typically recommend this option for several reasons.
Another way to do it, is to start with a white window and paint the exterior beige. This works fine, the price is about the same and the colors are almost exactly the same. The dealer should be able to show you color samples to make sure you’re happy with the options.
These are the same options any company would offer for a vinyl window in 2 colors. Either it’s a laminated interior layer or it’s painted on the exterior.
Hope that helps!
Can you please comment on how a laminated interior compares with a painted exterior. Which type is more durable? Is there a warranty issue? I guess I need to be careful on using cleaners.
Since you’re looking at the beige exterior and white interior I like the beige window with white laminate. The white interior laminate offers a nice look. In fact it looks less like a vinyl window that the regular white. With that scenario you all get the beige vinyl exterior rather than a painted finish on the exterior and you get a choice of half or full screen. With the painted exterior you can only get a full screen.
I’d pick the beige window with white laminate interior every time.
Thank you Mr. WD. I’ll see if HOA will accept the beige.
Is the white laminate foil, or some other material.
It’s vinyl. You used to see foil laminates on the exterior, but most companies have gone away from that and offer painted exterior colors now.
I just got a quote on 22 windows replaced and was quoted Berkshire elites with window universe Louisville. I am wondering if this “branch” is an extension of the Indianapolis location. I have a hard time finding Louisville specific reviews. Curious if you have any experience with them? Sincerely appreciate you
Hi John, I do know the folks at Window Universe and I’m confident you’ll be happy with the results. I was one of the founders of that company many years ago and I’ve known Drew and the team over there for a very long time. I would be confident you’ll be happy with the results. Let me know if there’s anything I can do to help out.
I have a question, I had a quote for Pella 250’s, Marvin Inifity, and Power Home Remodeling groups line of windows. All of them came in the $22,000+ for 19 Windows and turning to adjoining windows into a bay window.
The quote I got on the Reveres came in at $12,000.
Why such the difference? It sort of scared me into thinking something must be wrong if the quote is that low. Any feedback will be appreciated.
I bet I know the company offering the Revere line in your area. There’s nothing wrong, just a different business model that doesn’t spend money on marketing and advertising the way those other companies do. Take your $10k savings and go on a great vacation.
Would you know where I can find a photo of Revere sash with the foam inside?
One of the windows I saw (not Revere) claimed it had foam inside the sash. Turned out that a thin strip of foam was jammed inside one of the chambers. To give an idea, the strip was half the thickness of a pencil. Thank you for any ideas about that.
Remember, don’t get too bogged down in the weeds on this stuff. Efficiency options like foam in the sash only matter so far as they reduce the U-Facotor. If the U-Facotr is lower the window is more efficient. If it’s higher the window is less efficient.
I once heard of a salesperson from a company I won’t name who stuffed pink foam into his sample corner cut so he could shoe everyone how much foam there was in his window. Of course the actual windows didn’t use pink foam at all.
Stay focused on the U-Factors, that tells you how efficient the window is and you don’t need to do any guessing.
How do I find an installer in Youngstown/Warren Ohio area for Berkshire Windows? Window Universe said they do not service my area?
Window Universe doesn’t go to Youngstown from the Cleveland store, but we can help you with this program.
I was looking at either the Berkshire Elite Double hung window verses the Simonton Prism Bronze window. I’m able to read your review for the Berkshire but you don’t have one yet for the Simonton. It seems like the Berkshire is a higher end then the Prism Bronze but I’m not sure. Any incite you can provide would be appreciated.
It is. The Prism Bronze is similar (or exactly the same) as the 5050 window. I have a video on that one. It’s not the worst window out there, but there are nicer options, including the Revere Berkshire Elite.
Husband and I are on the home stretch for windows, finally. 🙂 We really wanted the Okna 600 with the light oak interior white exterior. But they are just not in the budget. We’ve decided on the Berkshite Elites in the soft maple inside white outside. The Berkshire come in at $4600 less for 12 double hungs, one picture, two patio doors and one garden. I’m just looking for some reassurance that we are making the right decision on the Berkshire. I see only great things about Okna, not so much about Berkshire. So it makes me wonder. I know they just changed that window not long ago. I’m hoping that is the cause for the bad reviews. The model we are getting does have the foam and super spacer. 0.27 U factor. Please reassure me? Thanks much…awesome site. I’m here almost everyday reading reviews.
Glad you’ve enjoyed the site! We’ve installed thousands of Berkshire Elite windows with great results. I think you’ll love the results. Okna makes nice products too. As you can see the ratings are about the same between the 600 and the Berkshire Elite. There are small differences, but generally very similar products. Good luck with the project!
I’m trying to find out the material content for the Berkshire Elite Sanctuary sliding door. It is nearly impossible to get any information beyond “vinyl” We tried emailing Revere twice. There are no numbers to call. I’m interested if the product is 100% raw virgin unrecycled vinyl. Window Dog, can you help find confirmation?
Yes, it is. All nicer windows and patio doors use virgin vinyl. I’m not aware of any windows that don’t. I think it’s mostly just a sales pitch at this point. If anyone out there knows of a window that doesn’t use virgin vinyl I’d love to hear about it. Mostly salespeople just like using something like that to try to explain why their prices are higher.
I’m confused. When I click on best window company in my area the Window Universe company comes up. Where is there a showroom or do they come to your home and take 3 hours of your time to learn they don’t have what you want in the first place. I live in Shelby Township MI and would love to see the Revere Windows.
I promise Window Universe isn’t going to come to your house and take up three hours of your time. It looks like they sent you a quote for the Revere windows just a couple days ago. You can cruise by the showroom to see the window samples on your own time. It’s really the easiest way to order new windows.
Just now starting what seems to be a daunting task of gathering info on window replacements. Happened upon your sight through Google search. Thank you for the time you put in to help us “lay people” navigate the world of windows! I will be using your sight often as I continue this journey.
Happy to help out!
Been reading a lot on this site. You do a really good job. I also watched and subscribed to your YouTube
Channel. Great information. I received the stuff via email you sent about buying and dealing with this whole window buying experience. I’ve seen where you seem to like Window Universe. I googled them and found they actually have an office here in Knoxville, TN. They have a really different way of doing business. They are supposed to be in contact via email within the next 3 days and give me a price quote. They also explain that they don’t need window sizes. It seems kind of weird. All they want to know is how I want the window to open and what color. All I know is some guy named Dan is looking over my information and will send an email in 3 days with a price. Is this standard for Window Universe? They have you as a reference on their site. That is why I’m asking you about this.
It sure is. I’m Dan and I’m always happy to help out. I know we’ve already been in touch and your order is about to go into manufacturing, but I thought this would be helpful info for someone else in Knoxville or almost anywhere else.
You can find more info about who we are here and in several other places on the site.
I’m looking for a small bay window for a kitchen remodel and replacing a sliding patio door. Was considering Harvey and Pella but not sure if they are the best option. Any thoughts welcome…live in Massachusetts. Thanks!
Hi! Very informative website! My question is: I am trying to replace 18 wood, double-hung windows that are 31 years old, with vinyl . The two I’m deciding between are Revere Berkshire Elite or Zen windows Nirvana series. There is a pretty big difference in the price. Which is a better window? Thanks
Hi Kim, I’ve dealt with the Berkshire Elite more, but I do know several owners of Zen Windows stores and in my experience they do great work. What did you see as an advantage or disadvantage of one or the other?
Hi Dan. Do companies who make high end vinyl replacement windows usually make windows for new construction as well, with an integral nailing fin? I would like to consider Berkshire Elite, Sunrise Restoration, or Zen Windows (Soft-Lite) for my new home. If they do offer new construction models, how would you rank those brands/models? We will be building around Pittsboro, NC. Thanks in advance.
Hi Todd, most do not make new construction windows, but some do. For example, you can order a Berkshire Elite window with an integrated nail fin, but most other higher end vinyl windows do not offer that feature. We could help you with an order in Pittsboro through the warehouse in Durham. You can find the link to request a quote here. Just let us know if we can help out.
Hello,
There is no quote request form on any of the pages I have visited from this link, including getting down to the Durham Window Universe page. The Start here link just refreshes the page.
Thanks for letting me know. We’re seeing quote requests coming in every day so I wonder what is causing your issue. I hesitate to post a direct link to the Window Universe site as the website is being updated soon and the links will probably change. You can find the form to request a quote for the Raleigh Durham area on this page. Let me know if you have any trouble and we’ll figure it out.
The windows I’m looking to replace are the sliding type. Do the alside or revere window lines offer these types of windows in their line?
Thanks
Yes, you’ll find both Alside and Revere make sliding windows. What’s your zip code? My company may be able to help out.
How would you compare Sunrise Windows to Revere Berkshire Elite?
Hi Bev, both are perfectly fine options. Since both are custom made there are many available configurations so there isn’t really one comparison. I have met with executives at both companies and toured both manufacturing facilities.
Sunrise tried to get my company to carry their products a while back, but we decided against it for a variety of reasons. We do carry the Berkshire Elite line in many markets because I think it’s a better choice for most folks.
Hope that helps!
Is there a showroom near Springfield, MA where I could see and try Revere Berkshire Elite windows? Thanks.
Hi Bev, there are showrooms in Boston and in the Hartford, CT area. I see we sent you a quote already. Touch base with our team member who was helping you and they’ll be able to get you that info. Feel free to send me an email too if I can help with anything.
Hello – I am trying to find a contact for the warranty on Revere BerkShire Elite windows as mine have broken seals. If you can point me in the right direction that would be great. The company I bought them from is no longer in business so I need to handle the warranty myself. Thank you!
Hi Tammy, yes I can help with that. Here’s the link you should use. In my experience they’re pretty helpful so if you follow the process they should ship you the new sashes no problem.
https://gentekinc.com/support/warranty/