Buying Replacement Windows? Ask These 4 Questions
Are you planning on replacing windows in your home and will be hiring a contractor to take care of it for you? If so, you will want to ask them these questions before you move forward with making any final decision about your new windows.
Will You Get Detailed Pricing During An Estimate?
It's very important that you know exactly what you are paying for when you get an estimate for new windows. This includes a detailed quote that shows what brand and model of window you're getting, the kind of glass, the u-factor and solar heat gain ratings of the window, and similar things of that nature. You will want to know exactly what you are getting for the price you will pay, which will eliminate any surprises on the day of the installation.
Who Will Be Installing The Windows?
You'll also want to ask who will be installing the windows. Window contractors may have their own employees or use contractors. It is not that one is good and the other is bad, but it can be a factor that separates one company from the other. A window contractor that only uses their own employees is going to know exactly who is installing your windows and trusts that they will do the job correctly.
Who Cleans Up The Mess Afterward?
A window installation project can be quite messy, with you having old windows that need to be thrown away, packaging material for the new windows, and debris left behind from the installation. Be sure to ask who is responsible for cleaning up the mess when finished. Many window contractors will leave your home in the same condition they found it prior to the installation, making sure to cover furniture and floors so that nothing gets dirty during the process. They may even haul away all of the old windows and packaging so you do not have to worry about it.
How Long Until The Installation Can Happen?
It's important to have reasonable expectations about when you'll have new windows installed. This not only includes how long it will take for your window materials to come in, but how long the installation itself will take. If you are replacing a lot of windows on a large home, a small crew may take a couple of days to get the job done. Meanwhile, a large crew may be able to get the job done in a single day.
Contact a window replacement service near you to learn more.
