The best energy efficient windows have a solid contract behind them. Energy Swing Windows

Here are a few general tips on how to handle the contract details--know what you are signing!!

The Written Contract No matter how well you know the person you’ll beworking with, you need more than a handshake or a price on the back of a business card to protect yourself. Additionally, most of us have very little, if any, experience with home improvement products or installation methods.

What are the five primary components in such a contract?

Obviously, a description of the work to be done and details about the exact products to be used is critical; the more detailed the specification the better.
Next, is the time span when the work will be performed.
Another thing that is critical for your protection is written verification of insurance coverage, including liability and workman’s compensation insurance for every person who will be on your property.
Warranty responsibilities should also be clarified.
Finally, deposits and payment terms need to be clearly spelled out. All parties involved need to sign this contract for everyone’s protection.

Quality Control In addition to protecting yourself with the signed contract, it is also helpful to get some insight into how the contractor assures the quality of his products and workmanship. Ask the contractor to explain his quality control inspection process. How does he ensure that all of his products are free of defects before installing them? How does he track his customers and their specific project, should a need for service arise in the future?