After we started focusing heavily on exterior renovations for our home, we realized that our windows needed to change. Instead of trying to scrub them clean and deal with their leaky nature, we went to a professional glass expert and talked with him about replacing the windows. We were able to choose from a large selection of different styles, colors, and shapes, and it was really fantastic to find such amazing replacements. This blog is all about finding better windows for your home and knowing how to choose between all of the options out there. You never know, you might be surprised with how much of a difference the right windows can make.
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Ordering Brand New Hurricane Windows? Ask These 4 Questions
Michele Kuhn
It's important to be prepared when you start the process of getting new windows installed, especially if they are hurricane windows. That's why you'll want to be ready to ask these four questions before you pick a contractor to go with.
What Is The Warranty?
You should always ask about the warranty on the windows you are buying. Hurricane windows are designed to protect your home because you are in a situation where debris can impact them and the glass can shatter. Even if the hurricane window does its job by not shattering, you may need to get the window repaired if the grass is cracked. Ask if the warranty covers damage caused by hurricanes, and how that is damage repaired. Make sure the warranty covers both the window and the labor so that you are not out any money from your own pocket.
A warranty on the labor also helps prove to you that the contractor stands behind their work. If the contractor is going to ensure that the windows will be installed properly, then a warranty on the labor will prove that they will fix things if it is discovered later that the installation wasn't done properly. It will give you peace of mind that you will be getting a quality installation.
What Are Your References?
A window contractor should be able to provide you with references of recent customers. They are people that had work done in the past by that contractor and were happy enough with the work that they allowed themselves to be contacted as a reference if requested. You can ask them how the windows held up during recent storms and if they had issues with their windows.
Can You Visit A Showroom?
Sometimes it is difficult to pick new hurricane windows from a catalog or website. It can be helpful to go to a showroom to see the windows in person. This allows you to touch them, see how they open, operate the locking mechanism, and get a better sense of what they will be like in your home. You can even see the difference between normal windows and hurricane windows.
Can You Get Detailed Pricing?
It's important to get a detailed quote from your window contractor so that you know exactly what you are getting. It's not enough to have a final total price written down on a formal piece of paper. You want to know window brands, models, sizes, materials, and everything that makes up that quote. Not only does it help you when comparing window quotes, but if you move forward with hiring a contractor it lets you know exactly what you will be getting.
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