Ask the right questions when choosing a window contractor

• Do they remove and replace complete window and sash parts that are water damaged. Or do they patch and splice pieces together?
  
• Can they make new custom parts for window frames and sashes if needed?
• What types of material and methods do they use to repair the windows?
  
• What types of sealants and fillers do they use to caulk joints and fill holes?
• Do they have before and after pictures of finished window repairs?
  
• Do they have references from previous window repair customers?
• Do they have liability and workman's compensation insurance on all employees?
  • Many contractors misrepresent their workers as independent contractors and not employees. This allows them to avoid the expense of workman's injury compensation, employer tax contributions and unemployment insurance and therefore gives them an unfair price advantage. Protect yourself and others, ask for proof of workman's comp and liability when deciding to hire any contractors. Indiana has the highest rate of misclassified independent contractors in the nation and all taxpayers are paying for it.
    

The picture below is an example of a really bad repair job on a house that I recently went to do an estimate for. I often wonder what the person repairing this window was thinking!

The next picture is a more common window repair mistake we come across. Notice the big gaps and how the trim is no longer aligned on the left vertical side? Yeah, that homeowner was not happy.

The right way

• We completely remove the part of the window that is damaged. We do not patch or splice parts together wherever possible.
  
• We have a full shop and are capable of making even the most complicated window parts to maintain window design and integrity.
  
• We use only the best materials including: CPVC rot free composites and solid woods.
  
• We use the best quality sealants and fillers to protect your windows and your investment.
  
• We have photos to prove the quality of our work.
  
• We can provide references from homeowners, realtors, and inspectors.
  

We are fully insured to protect our homeowners and our employees. Certificates are available upon request.