Do-it-yourself projects around the home are more popular than ever. And the internet makes it seem easy to become a self-taught expert in almost any home improvement. But DIY is not always the best solution, especially when it comes to replacement windows in Portland, OR. Here are five reasons to leave window installation to the professionals:
1. The Job Requires Skill and Training
Any self-help video can make the job look easy. But the people making these videos are] usually professionals who have a lot of training from the manufacturer and on-site experience. They make the job look easy, but the steps involved are more complicated. And not every job will look the same. Professionals know what to do should a problem arise and they can make the necessary adjustments as they go along to ensure the window is installed properly. Most DIYers will not have the necessary skills to perform window installation successfully.
2. You May Not Have the Proper Tools
In addition to a lack of skill and training, DIYers are probably lacking a lot of the necessary tools required for window installation. It would be a lot of trips back and forth to the home improvement store to make sure you have the right tools in the right size that you need. And it is an unnecessary expense to pay for all the professional tools only to use them once or twice in a lifetime.
3. Even Small Mistakes are Costly
Attempting a project for the first time usually means mistakes, which is not something you can afford when it comes to replacement windows. One small miscalculation could mean leaky windows, broken windows, home damage, or injury. All of these are costly mistakes that the homeowner would be responsible for. It is better to avoid the risk and added expense by hiring a professional window installation crew.
4. DIY Installation is Time Consuming
A lot of DIY installers are surprised how much time it takes to pull out an old window and replace it with a new one. It can take several hours to understand the process, prepare for the task, get the project started, complete it, and clean up. And if there is more than one window to replace, the time can take exponentially longer and bleed into a few days. A crew of professional window installers usually complete one window within an hour.
5. No Guarantees
With DIY window installation success can be deceiving. Flaws may not become apparent until weeks or months later and installation may need to be performed a second time and homeowners have to make the investment all over again. And DIY installation will usually void the warranty on window products. Windows installed by licensed professionals come with a guarantee. That way, if something goes wrong during the installation or later down the road, the products and the installation are still covered.
For replacement windows in Portland, OR, professional installation is better. Call EnergyGuard Windows & Doors for professional installation and customer satisfaction guaranteed.