The end result is great and I'm happy with the siding and windows. The process was less great. The construction crew they hired for my job--while fast, tidy, and professional--hadn't worked with AA before, so didn't know all the steps of their specific siding process; they were just reading from the list of things to do. AA mentions their unique foam backing on the front page of their contract, in the text. It's supposed to be installed after the vapor wrap but before the siding goes on. However, since it wasn't an explicit line item on the sheet that the crew was working from, they didn't put it on. When I noticed this, it took several calls to the main store number, since I didn't have the Project Manager's number, before he called me back. And because no one had told the crew to stop installing, they kept working while I was trying to get it sorted out and ended up having to uninstall a wall of siding, go pick up the foam, and reinstall it. The same with a tempered window that got installed in the wrong hole. Many calls to the wrong people to get sorted out. In both cases, I was the one who noticed and had to act on the errors because the Project Manager was literally never there. Not even for a spot check in the afternoons. So, assuming you can keep an eye on the process and talk directly with the crew, you should end up with good new siding and nice windows. And based on other quotes I got for both the siding and the windows, they're a pretty standard price. The salesman was confident in the products, but I didn't end up feeling like they were overpriced because of it. I'd recommend them for the finished product, but do try to get the PM's number before work starts.
The seven men on the team that worked on my house had worked together as a team for so long that they did not need to ask for an extra hand when they needed three hands... Each man near the one that needed help would just reach in and give that extra hand without any talking. Or would just hand over a needed tool when needed. It was a pleasure to watch professionals working together and doing an amazing amount of work each day. They finished my very complicated siding replacement within nine working days, and took care of every minor snag promptly and courteously. Amazing Exteriors did not have the lowest quote, but they had the best quality plans for how they would do the job: Remove all siding and tar paper. Inspect and replace insulation as needed (I provided the insulation). Install OSB board on all walls. Install Hardie Wrap vapor barrier (it lets vapor out, but blocks vapor from coming in). Tape all joints and openings in the Hardie Wrap. Add 3/4" styrofoam R5 insulation. Install trim around each window and corner of the house. Add metal flashing to the bottom of each wall, and at each joint, and at the top of all horizontal trim above windows. Install 4 x 8 panels of siding, trimmed as needed to make them all perfectly horizontal at the bottom, and in line with each other, and extending one inch down from the sill plate. Caulk all seams, including underneath the siding, between the foundation and the metal flashing. As they went, they installed 3" wide flashing behind each vertical joint between the siding panels, in case the caulk ever splits or detaches from the siding. Paint the house to my specification, except they wanted to charge extra to paint ALL trim a different color, instead of just the roof edge and doorway trim and front door. They removed and replaced ALL exterior wood, trim and siding, except for the 2x6 frame around the garage door. They wrapped that with Hardie trim, and added a new door stop trim. This made the garage door opening about 1.25" narrower, but it makes no difference to me; I have a small car and a 16' door.
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Areas Of Satisfaction - I was most satisfied with the quality of the workmanship.
Recognized Excellence - I thought they were all great.
They haven't finished my job yet. They have been out here several times and cannot seem to get it right.
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I would recommend the windows anytime.
I had a satisfying experience with no stress.
The installers were fantastic.
I love my new windows from Amazing Siding & Windows!! They were very professional and completed the installation in a timely manner. I have recommended them to several of my neighbors.
Overall, the workmanship was very good. I think I received a quality product for the price. It took longer than expected get the windows in. I think Amazing Siding & Windows could have communicated more with us about the delay. I wish they had completed the window capping the first time. I had to call them to get the crew to come back and address the issue.
Great people. Did an outstanding job on an old house. We could not be more pleased.
Everything went as expected and planned. The staff is courteous and professional. I found a small area that needed to be painted and sealed after I wrote the final payment check and was assured they would return to fix it. Having worked with many contractors over the years, I had my doubts if I would ever hear from them again. Lo and behold, they contacted me and scheduled a time to come by and complete the work. I was very pleased.
They were timely and professional in their estimate and the measurement. For the installation they showed up when they said they would. I had no complaints and wish that I had used them for my whole job. I did a major window upgrade and split it into two phases. I used another company for the front half but I should have used Amazing Siding & Windows for both sections.
Areas Of Satisfaction - I was satisfied with the workmanship.
Recognized Excellence - I would like to recognize Jim and Mitch for the exceptional service.
Lead Source - Radio
Areas Of Satisfaction - I was most satisfied with how they did what I asked them to do.
I am very satisfied with my whole experience with Amazing Sidings and Windows. The quality of my Marvin windows was excellent and the installation crew was great. The installers were extremely neat and professional and did a great job. No complaints what so ever.
Areas For Improvement - All was good.
Areas Of Satisfaction - Jim Calle was a pleasure to work with, very honest and helpful. The installers did an awesome job, they were very neat and professional.
Lead Source - Internet, Marvin windows.
Additional Comments - Thanks for the great job.
Areas For Improvement - We are very pleased with our windows.
Areas Of Satisfaction - We were very pleased with our sales presin the person who measures and the installers were great.advert
Lead Source - Advertising in the Am Statesman
Additional Comments - We are very pleased.
Areas Of Satisfaction - Everything was great. Very professional and great customer experience. They were very professional and courteous while in our home.
Lead Source - I saw them in a brochure for a model home.
Lead Source - Signs
Areas Of Satisfaction - The supervisor was good.
Recognized Excellence - Jose was really good!
the workers were from Kansas and at no time were they monitored by amazing s&w-austin. work that the salesperson promised would have been ignored if I was not present. .amazing s&w said they only come to the job side at final walkthrough. I had to call twice to receive the hardy and amazing guarantee..
We are very please with our windows, the installation and the clean up. I would not hesitate to recommend to others.
Areas Of Satisfaction - Measuring, listening to our needs, and taking care of some repairs that added value.
Lead Source - Val Pak
Very professional and they did a fabulous job!