Don’t Go For Low Window Prices Alone

Have you ever heard the phrase “too good to be true?” It often comes up in the window industry. If you are looking at new windows in Citrus Heights, CA, and the deal you run across seems too good to be true based on the pricing research you’ve done—it probably is. Windows have to be high in quality and that generally has a cost to it. Here are a few elements to keep in mind if you run across low window prices that seem to be the real deal.

Price Often Equals Quality

While vinyl windows are lower in price than other materials, they are still high in quality. However, underneath that umbrella, price often equals quality. Vinyl windows that cost more than others are probably more energy efficient or have other benefits and features. If you buy the lowest priced window you can find, you may be getting the lowest quality window as well.

Low Prices Leave You Open For Fees

When you find a low price on a window that you think might work well on your house, proceed with care. There are companies that place astronomically low prices on their windows, only to tack on fees and other things later that bump the price up to more where it should be. They get your business, but you don’t get the break you think you should be getting. They might not include installation in their quote, for example, and you feel like you’re getting a deal. You won’t feel that way later when the fees start to add up.

Workmanship Counts

Let’s say you find a good deal on windows because the installation fees are low. Sometimes in that area, you get what you pay for. If you don’t pay the installers much, they might not be worth much. Your installation could go awry, and your windows won’t function properly because of it. IT’s a huge hassle to find someone who knows what they are doing to come in and fix things later and that will just add up the costs even more.

When it comes to replacement windows, it really pays off to do your research and pay for quality windows, the highest installation workmanship, and the features you want and your home needs. There are plenty of smart ways to save money and your window company can help you with those details.

Contact Southgate Glass when you need Citrus Heights, CA windows that will do a good job for your house, both right away and well into the future. You can reach us at (916) 476-8396 or stop by 6852 Franklin Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95823 to ask questions in person. We won’t try to trick you into anything that sounds too good to be true. Our prices are fair and they have reasons behind them—don’t hesitate to ask about them because we’re upfront and honest about anything relating to our windows. Let’s get started on finding you the best windows for your home at the best price we can find.