Trying to help my kid with some repairs on her new home. This is Northern Virginia near DC so I know not the cheapest area for anything. The inspector said the windows should be replaced and they got their first quote (attached) for 6 windows and 2 sliding glass doors installed for nearly $15K. I'm kinda out of my element with windows, but based on my research these aren't even considered a nicer brand or type. I'm planning on getting more quotes, but any advice is appreciated...

Thanks for any input!

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I haven't been in the house yet. I thought that last line item was 2 sliding glass doors but maybe my misinterpretation.

Yeah, I'm definitely getting more quotes. The inspection report looked pretty thorough, but I'm hoping the windows aren't that bad and have possibly just not been maintained. It also mentioned something about having the ductwork cleaned and I've always understood that ductwork cleaning was generally a scam. Maybe some of this stuff is to just fluff up the inspection report?

Here's what I have from the report. Not much detail other than specific windows losing their seal and some moisture intrusion at the base of the patio doors.

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Yeah, the carpet is new and recently installed by the previous owners. That bothers me because they put carpet over it like that.

I'm heading up there tomorrow with all my tools to see what everything really looks like. They don't actually move in for a couple of months. The townhome is ~25 years old. There's lots of little things that need fixing. I'm hoping the original R22 AC works. They bought knowing it was near EOL though.

Can any of you tell what kind of electric panel this is? I can't make it out. I don't think it is a Square D??

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Thanks to everyone for their input. I know it's a pinball forum, but it's also a very active and very knowledgeable community. This is all great input, well except for Levi I do appreciate it!

The windows and SGDs are awful. They don’t leak, but that’s the only good thing I can say. Getting Provia Aspect everything for ~$15K. The same quote will be $17K starting 6/1.

On a positive note the AC and furnace still work great. Just don’t ask what the ducts look like…