How to Evaluate the Warranty of Your Windows — What’s Worth It and What’s Not

Most homeowners are keen on the style, energy consumption and cost when investing in new windows. There is also one of the most significant factors, as they have frequently been neglected, the warranty. A good warranty of the window will save you several years, whereas the weak one will cost you the money to make some repairs, which should have been paid by warranty.

Awareness of what an effective window warranty is worth to you will allow you to prevent expensive surprises and can also guarantee you that what you are paying protection over your home is actually worthwhile.

This is what to keep in mind when analyzing window warranties, and what is not typically as good as it is hyped up to be.

Why Window Warranties Matter More Than You Think

Windows are long term investments. They are exposed to weather, temperature, moisture and wear on a daily basis. High quality windows get problems with time, that is why a good warranty is important.

A proper warranty would leave you assured that in case of failure of the product because of a defect, you would not be faced with the cost of repair. It also reveals that the manufacturer is a guarantor of the quality of their windows.

However, not all warranties are as protective as they may claim and others are more of a marketing tool than a protection.

What a Good Window Warranty Should Cover

The best warranties will be the ones that will cover the actual and expensive problems that can be encountered by the homeowners. The following things are usually worth having:

• Coverage for Glass Failure

 Good warranty normally encompasses the failure of the seal between two or three panes of glass. This prevents fogging, misting between windows and energy wastage.

• Frame and Material Defects

 Check whether the warping, cracking, rotting or structural problems of the window frame are covered under normal use.

• Hardware/ Operating Parts

 Covering should be done on locks, balances, hinges, and handles. They are some of the high-use parts, which may wear with time.

• Clear Timeframes

 An excellent warranty displays the duration of the coverage and the coverage of which parts. Long term or lifetime warranty could be a sign of increased confidence in the product.

What’s Usually Not Worth Paying Extra For

Not all things promoted as a value added warranty benefits give actual value.

Unnecessarily restricted Labor Protections

 Most of the warranties are part-only warranties. It entails that you can still cover the cost of service. A warranty that covers both parts and labor during a reasonable length of time has a higher practical value.

Confusing Fine Print

 When the warranty is clogged with exceptions, terms and technical jargon, then it appears not to be as effective when you need it most.

Transferability Restrictions

 There are ones that are only valid to the original resident, and therefore are no longer valid in case of selling your home. Warranties that can be transferred are more useful particularly in resale.

Short-Term ‘Extended’ Add-Ons

 Watch out on high prices of add-ons which merely add a few minutes of coverage or whose additional advantages are minimal.

The Questions You Should Always Ask Before Buying

These are the main questions to ask before deciding on any window purchase:

What is included in the cover of glass, frame, hardware and labor?

 • What is the duration of every element of the warranty?

 • Can I transfer the warranty in case of the sale of my home?

 • What voids the warranty?

 • Does the warranty need professional installation in order to remain valid?

Proper responses to these questions will save confusion in future.

Why Professional Installation Matters for Warranty Protection

The most outstanding warranty can be canceled in the case of improper installation of the windows. Numerous manufacturers have made it mandatory to be professionally installed in order to be covered.

Leaks in the air, damage to water, structural defects are some of the problems that may be caused by improper installation that cannot be addressed by the warranty in case it was not installed in the proper way.

By selecting a reliable and qualified window company, you will be safeguarding your product and your warranty.

How to Know If a Warranty Is Truly Worth It

An effective warranty of window must be:

✔ Easy to understand

 ✔ Clearly written

 ✔ Reasonably long-term

 ✔ Real-life issues are included.

 ✔ Backed up by a well-known manufacturer.

When a warranty is described in an impressive manner but is not specific or actually safeguarding, it might not be worth the price.

Final Thoughts

A window warranty is not merely paper work, it is an investment in your investment. Now is a good time to invest the time to know what is included or excluded to avoid wasting time, money, and stress in future.

When making a comparison of a window option, do not only look at the product. Check the safeguard it has to offer.

Book Your Free Window Consultation.

Need professional advice on selecting the appropriate warranty or are you ready to upgrade your windows?

Call ClearMax Windows and Doors today and have a free no-obligation consultation appointment. Our sales team will show you the available options and make you a decision on the windows that will be supported by the warranty you can rely on.

Protect your home. Protect your investment. Start with the right advice.

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