Siding Contractors Tips:

(1)Choose an environmentally friendly, low maintenance and durable siding such as HardiPlank and other new innovations in high quality siding materials.

(2) Always install a housewrap, such as Tyvek®, underneath the siding to insure energy savings.

(3) When siding is being installed, the use of ladders is the preferred method. The use of scaffolding may potentially result in holes in your roof.

(4) Keep your chimney in good shape. Have your chimney area inspected every year to detect any potential hidden damage.

(5) Only contract with siding and window contractors that have all of the proper insurance (workers’ compensation and general liability). Request written proof and call their insurance company to verify the validity.

(6) Only use siding contractors that use reputable materials by name-brand manufactures with extended ironclad warranties.

(7) If you have changes, be sure to get written documentation on changes, cost and time.

Window Replacement Contractors Tips:

(1) For window replacement contracts, do not make large down payments, as this may indicate that the company has credit issues and may be trying to use your money to finance the purchase of your windows from their suppliers.

(2) Ask the window replacement company to give you a list of at least 3 or 4 recent jobs they have done, so you can see first-hand what the finished job looks like.

(3) A small deposit is reasonable for custom order materials, such as custom windows, as they will only work in the individual home. This ensures your commitment to the contractor that you will complete the project and that the contractor will not be left with a warehouse full of custom materials.

(4) Be sure that quotes are inclusive of the total project costs. Some companies may provide quotes that do not include aspects that are required in order to complete the project.

(5) Require that any representatives consulting with you completely understand their products and services.