subject: Finding the Right Replacement Windows [print this page] Finding the Right Replacement Windows Finding the Right Replacement Windows
Replacing your windows would require the right people to do it and the window that would serve its purpose. Here is a window replacement guide in which you might find useful.
First of all, talk to your friends, family, neighbours, or even home improvement stores for referrals of contractors they have acquired services from and think they do a fine job. You can also ask them for services they may have found to be poor, so you can keep such contractors off the list. In the meantime, you can check with the Better Business Bureau for a list of contractors, as well as their ratings as well as the complaints that they may have received. It is a good place to start your list with.
Next, contact at least three of the contractors and ask for an appointment. This way, you will be able to gain more information regarding the contractor, while they give you quotes as they take measurements of your window. Pay attention to whether they look like they know what they are doing, or if they seem to leave a lot of details vague. In the meantime, start to consider the type of replacement windows you may like. Do ask for the contractor's opinions as well, as they will be able to share experiences other customers have brought forth to them. Sometimes, the contractors do sell and install replacement windows as a package.
As you might be keen on the various window replacements' energy efficiency, do visit the National Fenestration Rating Council's (FNRC) web site to identify the window manufacturers that are recognized to be energy efficient in their product's designs. These would be the products that you should look out for if you are looking to sustain more energy overall. Regardless, make sure these windows come with the label as proof that they are indeed the correct product with the right feature.
Finally, compare the price and quality of each window replacement, as well as the installation costs by the contractor and the impressions they give you. Hire only someone you think will do a good job, at the best price. Hopefully, this window replacement guide has helped!
