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How to Avoid Falling for Window Replacement Scams

Finding the best window contractor for your project involves a great deal of research. As you get in touch with companies in your local area, expect to encounter some that perform aggressive marketing tactics. Red flags such as deals that are too good to be true and bait-and-switch schemes often signify that they are only in it for the money, stopping short of providing high-quality services. Reliable Design-Build-Remodel wants to share some the best ways to avoid falling for window replacement scams:

Reliable Design-Build-Remodel, your local contractor for window replacement and home addition projects, shares tips on how you can avoid falling for scams carried out by unscrupulous window installers.

Obtain Multiple Estimates

It is good practice to ask for estimates or quotes from local window companies. While most of them are often similar, at least one or two might seem too high or too low. A contractor can usually justify a higher bid if it has extensive experience and more equipment and overhead. However, if another company offers an extremely low bid, it can be a sign of a scam and should be disregarded right away.

Read Customer Reviews to Avoid Window Replacement Scams

Reading customer reviews helps you discern which remodeling service contractors are worth considering for your project. Do a quick Google search of the local company and you’ll immediately see its full business name and location, as well as ratings from Angie’s List, Better Business Bureau and GuildQuality. Of course, don’t forget to check out the reviews from its former clients.

Get Everything in Writing

One of the most common red flags that unscrupulous contractors display involves asking for money upfront before they commence the project. Make sure your prospects put everything in writing, including the work agreement and the final estimate. Remove from your shortlist those that don’t provide such information.

Reliable Design-Build-Remodel is a full service general construction firm and remodeling contractor operating in the Birmingham metro and Jefferson and Shelby County areas and surrounding communities, including Birmingham, Helena, Chelsea, Mountain Brook, Hoover, Homewood, Montevallo, Alabaster, Vestavia Hills, and Pelham, with over 30 years of servicing our valued clients. Offering full service suite of general remodeling, design and build services. Our specialties include bathroom remodeling, kitchen remod eling, exterior renovations, interior renovations, painting, and more!