When you are looking into getting Folsom, CA replacement windows, you’ll want to know as much as you can about the costs. The costs of windows aren’t going to mean much unless you have specifics. That means getting an in-home estimate done. What can you expect from that process? Here are several things that you will get from inviting experts into your home.  

Needs Assessment 

When the window professionals come to your home, they are going to look at your current windows and assess what you need to make your home better. They will also ask you about the comfort levels of your home, what changes you might like, and what downfalls the house has. They want to know as much about your home and the goals you have for new windows as possible. That way, when they make a recommendation, it will be based on your situation, not on price, style, or anything else.  

Comparisons And Samples 

While it’s always best to visit the window company’s showroom to look at windows in person, you will likely see a few samples when you have the in-home estimate done as well. While you don’t have to know everything about what you want, in order to get an accurate estimate, the window professional will want to know what material you’d like and which style you are leaning toward. The closer they can get to what you’ll actually end up with, the better the estimate will be for you.  

Feature Explanations 

You might not know a lot about windows, but the experts who come to your house do. They can tell you all about the technological advancements in the window world today and help you decide which features are right for your home and what you’d rather avoid for budget reasons. They can tell you about triple pane glass as opposed to the standard double pane option. They’ll explain ow the low-E coating works. And they can contrast air versus inert gas fillings between the panes. The more you know about the features, the better you’ll be able to choose what works for you.  

Label Lessons 

Every window has a label and you will need to learn how to read the ratings on those windows to get the efficiency levels you want for your home. The in-home estimate can come complete with a lesson in reading window labels so you’ll understand the ratings as well as you want to. When you visit the showroom later, you can get a refresher from a professional there if you don’t remember it all.  

These are just a few of the things you can expect from an in-home estimate with The Window and Door Shop, Inc. Give us a call at (916) 252-4100 and ask about Folsom, CA replacement windows. Our estimates are free and you’ll get a lot out of the professionals when they visit your home. Keep track of the questions you have and ask us in person so you can show us what you mean. Visit in person at 1717 Bell St, Sacramento, CA 95825.