Are you getting what you paid for?

 

While there may be cheaper prices out there, the craftsmanship, durability and quality of the products you are getting will always be reflected in the price you are paying. That is why at M&B Millwork we only work with the most reputable and experienced suppliers in the industry, so you can avoid outcomes like the below:

 
Many manufacturers use a less expensive paint or combine roll form and extruded aluminium on the exterior. I believe this project was less than ten years old with a dark exterior showing extensive chalking and fading detracting substantially from the curb appeal. Although it is possible to paint the aluminium, what did you get for your money if your clad windows need to be painted again to maintain the look of your home. The additional painting will come with a price tag far greater than the cost of upgrading the finish to begin with. Companies like Weathershield and Fleetwood only use an AAMA 605 finish to prevent this type of deterioration from degrading your home. Educating yourself on the exterior finish can save you thousands in the long run.

Many manufacturers use a less expensive paint or combine roll form and extruded aluminium on the exterior. I believe this project was less than ten years old with a dark exterior showing extensive chalking and fading detracting substantially from the curb appeal. Although it is possible to paint the aluminium, what did you get for your money if your clad windows need to be painted again to maintain the look of your home. The additional painting will come with a price tag far greater than the cost of upgrading the finish to begin with. Companies like Weathershield and Fleetwood only use an AAMA 605 finish to prevent this type of deterioration from degrading your home. Educating yourself on the exterior finish can save you thousands in the long run.

This shows a sash so badly rotted due to a poor seal between the glass and the aluminium exterior cladding. The first symptom of a problem was when the glass actually slid down leaving an open hole to the exterior.

This shows a sash so badly rotted due to a poor seal between the glass and the aluminium exterior cladding. The first symptom of a problem was when the glass actually slid down leaving an open hole to the exterior.

It is common for a catastrophic failure like these rotting wood photos to not show any visible signs of a problem until it is much too late. Replacement costs for this far exceed the initial expense (1/2)

It is common for a catastrophic failure like these rotting wood photos to not show any visible signs of a problem until it is much too late. Replacement costs for this far exceed the initial expense (1/2)

It is common for a catastrophic failure like these rotting wood photos to not show any visible signs of a problem until it is much too late. Replacement costs for this far exceed the initial expense (2/2)

It is common for a catastrophic failure like these rotting wood photos to not show any visible signs of a problem until it is much too late. Replacement costs for this far exceed the initial expense (2/2)

This project was less than two years old - the hinge has faded to the point of almost looking cream or white from its original black. Leaving this look only detracts from the home. What does it cost to replace all of the hinges to keep the home looking as it was intended?

This project was less than two years old - the hinge has faded to the point of almost looking cream or white from its original black. Leaving this look only detracts from the home. What does it cost to replace all of the hinges to keep the home looking as it was intended?