Energy savings Guarantee!

Have you heard the ads touting ” 40, 49, or even 50% energy-savings guaranteed”? I have, and I am often asked about this by potential customers. I have a very simple answer: BS!… “Well”, they say, “but it is guaranteed!” Sure there may technically be a guarantee, but read the fine print and you’ll be less than impressed. First, the guarantee applies to usage, not dollars, second there is a cap that the companies put on the amount that they will pay as the difference. Usually a maximum of $500 only for the first year. The sad part is, you’ll likely never even see a dime of that, due to the fact that the company will have you jumping through hoops providing documentation, and meeting a million ridiculous restrictions such as attic and/or wall insulation, furnace efficiency, etc. … Can you save 40-50% with replacement windows? Sure it is possible, but pretty rare in my experience. A typical home with original wood windows will probably save somewhere between 15-30%. I strongly recommend against using anyone who offers such a guarantee. I feel that it is an unethical and dishonest practice, and is usually accompanied by questionable pricing and sales tactics among other things. You’ll be much better served finding a window contractor who is honest upfront, rather than using dubious tactics just to get you in the door.