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Hiring a Window Installer: Relevant Tips to Consider

So you are having some issues with your windows and need to hire a window installer. Whether you have faulty windows, drafty woods, security, broken and foggy glass, damaged window screen or are just looking for someone to make sure your window is kept up-to-date, hiring a quality window and door installation company is critical to avoiding bigger issues in the future.

Hiring a Window Installer

When hiring window installers, it's important to note that not all window installers are the same. You'll find companies that are cheap, some that use the best window and door installation tools (and some that don't) and you'll find some that charge an arm and a leg. The key, is finding a quality window installer that you feel comfortable with and does a job that is up to or exceed your expectations. To do this, we've listed the top factors to keep in mind when looking to hire a window installer.

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Pro Tip:

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Ask for Window Installer Referrals

One of the first few places to start when you're looking to hire window installers is your friends, neighbors and co-workers. You'll want to ask them if they know of a window and door installation company that they have hired before that they would recommend or refer.

If you have a specific issue with your windows, like drafty woods, you can ask for referrals of window and door installation companies that they know of that have helped them with their drafty woods or whatever other issue you are having (ie. faulty windows, damaged window screen, broken and foggy glass, security, etc.)

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Reviews of Window Installers

After checking out references that you received for window installers, you'll want to check online reviews. You should be able to find online reviews for just about any window installer in your local area. This can very helpful, but can also be overwhelming and misleading at times. Here are a few guidelines to help you as you sift through all of the reviews:

An overwhelmingly positive or negative review of a window installer could be a sign of a fake review- so take that into considerations.
Make a special note of window installers that have received a great deal of reviews. A lot of reviews combined with 4.5 to 5 stars is a big sign that the window and door installation company got those legitimately.
Keep an eye out for reviews that compare their experience with other window installers. Giving these details adds validity to the reviewer who has actually hired a local window installer.

Here are a few examples of valid reviews of window installers:

"Glazing Window and Doors has done multiple projects for me. Jorge always does a great job. He is such a good worker, and was very polite. It was really good and I had no issues! Very and friendly and helpful! Awesome experience."

"I was truly impressed by the attention given to even the smallest details. Every aspect of this project was managed with precision and care - from beginning to end - ensuring our client's vision remained at the forefront throughout every step in the process. Ã Â  Everyone involved in the process from beginning to end such as sales to delivery, Ã Â  installers, customer service and a/r dept were all great. Very great team!"

"The entire process was completely painless. Up front pricing. No games & gimmicks. The day of the scheduled install they showed up on time and in a professional manner. They installed 15 widows and a new patio door in 1day!!! I had 3 other estimates that said 2-3 days. Not to mention the others were Significantly higher in price. These guys did a great job! I could not be happier. in a professional manner."

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Window Installer References

Once you have gathered referrals and checked online reviews of the window and door installation companies, you want to call the company directly and ask them for at least 2 recent references. These should be from customers they have completed work for within the past month. Also, you can ask for references for specific issues like faulty windows, drafty woods, damaged window screen, security, broken and foggy glass or just general window issues. Here are some questions you could ask the window installers' references:

What work did the window installer do for you? A small window issue or big window issue will give you insight as to the scale of the project. Was it for damaged window screen, broken and foggy glass, faulty windows, security, drafty woods or just general window issues?
Did the window installer provide a contract with details of the work? Did they provide what methods will be used, possible issues, etc.
How was the staff that completed the window and door installation work? Professional, clean, friendly? Ask about the things that you care about.
Was the window and door installation work completed per the agreed upon budget?
How were the window installers results? Did they meet or exceed your expectations?
Would you hire the window installer again?

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Pro Tip:

Always make sure the window and door installation company is using the proper tools and a specialized window and door installation software that is custom to the industry. Servgrow is a popular software among window and door installation companies.

Licensed and Insured Window and Door Installation Company

When hiring a window installer, that last think you want to do is hire one that is not a legitimate business and has no license and insurance. Just because you know that window and door installation companies should be licensed, bonded and insured, don't take this for granted.

Window Installers that do not have a license will most likely try to cut corners because they understand that they are not as accountable for their work. In fact, it's illegal for them to operate without a license.

Professional window and door installation companies will have no problem showing you all the necessary documents, licenses and insurance to operate their business.

Final Notes on Hiring a Window Installer

Hiring a window installer can be challenging at first, but using these tips above should get you started in the right direction. And keep in mind that it could take a couple different window installers that you hire before finding that perfect one- and when you find that perfect one, don't let them go!

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