Basic Qualities of a Good Window Contractor

Finding and hiring a good window contractor is hard—and it’s supposed to be that way. Not all window installers have the same amount of experience, expertise, and skill. And even if they had the same level, none of these matters as much as local knowledge. There’s a way to make the search easier, however—by using a checklist. 

Your replacement window installation contractor, Renewal by Andersen® of Rapid City, presents this checklist for your convenience and reference.

License and Insurance

Asking a contractor for their license and insurance is probably the most critical piece of information you will ever get when you’re scouting for an installer. A license implies that they know exactly what they’re doing and they’ve gotten authorization from the state or county to ply their trade. Meanwhile, insurance means that if they botch their installation job, you won’t have to pay out of your own pocket.

Product Line-Up

The kind of window products the contractor can install also makes a huge difference. Some installers source a product from a separate manufacturer, then only install them. This can be a logistical nightmare, especially if the project is time-sensitive, and some installers need special care in installing a special window series that they might have no idea how to do yet.

But not so with Renewal by Andersen; we manufacture our windows ourselves and do our custom and regular picture window installation as well. This means we eliminate the time wasted on waiting for the units to arrive from a third-party before we can install them. Plus, our installers are well-versed in applying our window products, because they’re the only windows they handle—and we invest in their continuing education and upskilling, too.

After-Sales Support

One of the biggest pain points of any consumer is the lack of support and service from the company after the sale has been done. Unlike others in the industry, Renewal by Andersen offers extensive after-sales service. We issue a unique ID to each of your new window units, so we can easily diagnose and track your windows from manufacture, installation, and repair.

Plus, our industry-leading warranties are the toast of the town. We offer 20 years of coverage for our glass, and 10 years of coverage for the rest of the windows, including accessories and the frame. Having us perform double-hung window repair is not only financially savvy but practical as well!

All these factors conspire to make Renewal by Andersen of Rapid City the consistent top earner of trust in window replacement. To learn more about our services, call us at (605) 307-5574. You can also fill out our contact form to get started. We serve residents of Rapid City, SD, and nearby areas.