Warrant of Repair: Understanding Window Warranties

Generally speaking, warranties for windows are classified as either limited or full, with the main difference being the coverage of the window brand’s liability. Naturally, a full warranty is much better because it provides basic compensation like free repairs or replacement should the window fail to live up to the window brand’s guarantees or a full refund if the homeowners want to, as per the statutes given by the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. However, a full warranty isn’t exactly for life and may only last for 15 years before expiring. That is the purpose of a lifetime warranty.

Homeowners should read the terms and conditions of their window warranty very carefully: tampering with the window or purposely inflicting damage on it can void the warranty. This means that carrying out a DIY (do-it-yourself) window repair project over the weekend can nullify a window's warranty. There may also be specific points on how the coverage of the warranty actually works. For one, some window manufacturers may require the homeowner to notify them first of a window defect before he or she can call on a professional window company for repairs.

Such rules aren’t difficult to follow if the homeowner is responsible and sensible enough. Provided people take the time to look for the best window warranties, they also won't need to fork out cash for window repairs.