How To Find the Best Window Contractors in Alameda County

Window contractors in Alameda County are legally required to have a state contractor's license, and this is for your protection. Window replacement can be done legally under various contractor license categories as there is no specialty license category specifically for window replacement.

If window installers in Alameda County have employees, they're required to have workers' compensation insurance for your protection because if a worker is injured on your property and the company doesn't have worker's comp, you could be liable to pay for the injury. 

Window contractors in Alameda County are not required by law to have general liability insurance; however, all those bearing The Prime Buyer's Report—TOP 10 designation have general liability insurance coverage which reimburses their client in the event of any damages, in addition to passing all other requirements for certification as Prime Buyer's Report—TOP 10  such as our research phone calls to their previous clients, hiring only documented workers, verified license and workers' comp insurance, clean complaint record, and more.

 

In addition to saving you money on utility bills due to the improved insulating properties of new windows, window replacement is one of the few things that freshen the look of both the inside and outside of your home at the same time. There are dozens of choices of new window styles and window brands from which to choose and good window replacement companies in Alameda County can help guide that choice. The Prime Buyer's Report offers these tips to help you find your way through your choices for new window sales and window installers.

Window Contractors in Alameda County Offer Many Types of New Windows and Window Services
In addition to carrying the most popular new windows for commercial and residential windows, many choices for custom windows are available from local window contractors. The window installers industry has recently focused on energy efficient windows, so many products offered can reduce your heating and cooling costs.

If you haven't yet decided what kind of new windows you're looking for, good window contractors will point you in the right direction once they hear your ideas and goals, and some will give a free window replacement estimate. From new construction to window replacement for existing buildings, the best window contractors will have options in new windows that you can be satisfied with.

That said, some older homes have beautifully-made custom windows with intricate designs which may make you may think twice about window replacement. A number of window contractors in Alameda County can instead do window restoration, preservation of aging materials (such as rubber window seals or wood window frames), custom-cut replacement window glass and custom-designed glass for a classic or contemporary look.

Some of the most popular searches for windows in Alameda County are for discount windows, fogged glass windows, dual pane windows, store front windows and mirrors, Oriel windows, circle bay windows, box bay windows, ribbon windows, label mold windows, round top windows, paired windows, Palladian windows, Jalousie windows, awning windows, bow windows, half round windows, louvered windows, tilt-turn windows, picture windows, double hung windows, slider windows, wood frame windows, vinyl frame windows, energy efficient windows, and basement hopper windows.

Style options of window glass include patterned window glass, stained window glass, etched glass windows, beveled glass windows, textured glass windows, framed mirrors, and mirrored walls. Window materials are available as well, such as aluminum, wood, fiberglass, block, vinyl, aluminum collapsed frame, and insulated glass, screens and casements.

For window replacements or updates, many windows installers offer custom shower doors and enclosures, mirrors, and tub enclosures for the bathroom. Some window contractors can custom fabricate your new windows for you aside from the popular window brands of pre-manufactured windows. 

Some Window Contractors in Alameda County Are Safer to Spend With Than Others
The Prime Buyer's Report lists these window contractors and window installation companies in Alameda County: Holeman Remodeling Hayward CA, The Soulful Oasis Piedmont CA, Custom Window & Door Livermore CA, Uribe Windows & Doors Oakland CA, Livermore Glass Co. Livermore CA, Sinan's Windows, Inc. Oakland CA, Mares & Dow Construction Concord CA. Other window contractors in Oakland CA that might still be in business include: Piedmont Doors & Windows Piedmont CA, Sunrise Windows & Doors, Inc. San Leandro CA, Simmons Glass Co. Oakland CA, Armstrong Windows, Foam Roofing, Painting & Coatings Oakland CA.

 

Questions To Ask About New Windows in Alameda County CA

 

When choosing which window contractors to hire, ask these questions about their experience, range of services, credentials, and methods and materials:

• How long have they been doing windows in Alameda County CA specifically? (Different regions have their own unique weather  that will effect choices in materials, window options and installation method. The length of experience doing windows in your location specifically shows familiarity with these aspects.)

 
• How many installations have they done similar to yours, in terms of size of job, residential versus commercial, wood versus vinyl, custom fabricated windows versus pre-manufactured, energy efficient windows, etc.?

• Can the window replacement company give you names and numbers of customers who had a similar kind of installation done who you can call as references? (All window contractors in Alameda County CA bearing the Prime Buyer's Report—TOP 10 symbol have already had their customer references called by our research staff so you don't have to.)

• Will they provide a written estimate that is detailed, including brand names and product numbers of the windows, as well as the type of material and amount used for installation?  (This is key because cheap window contractors in Alameda County often only seem cheaper because they are using less material, or inferior quality windows compared to others which will not last and require expensive repairs and maintenance later.)

 
• How long will it take them to complete the work?

• What are the manufacturer warranties on the new windows to be installed?

• Do they provide a written warranty for their labor, aside from manufacturer warranties?

• Will permits be needed? If so, will the contractors be responsible for getting them or do they leave that up to you?

• Can the company vouch that all employees sent to your property are legal to work in the U.S.? (All window contractors in Alameda County CA bearing The Prime Buyer's Report—TOP 10 symbol have already signed an agreement to only hire documented workers.)

• Will they show you proof of active workers' compensation and liability insurance? (All window replacement companies in Alameda County CA  bearing the Prime Buyer's Report—TOP 10 symbol have already had proof of insurance verified by our research staff so you don't have to.)

• Do they use only their own employees, or do they hire subcontractors, and if so, what are the names of those companies?

When you've chosen the best window contractors in Alameda County CA for your specific needs, make sure they are properly licensed by the state of California since that's required by law. (All window contractors in Alameda County CA bearing the Prime Buyer's Report—TOP 10 symbol have already had their license verified by our research staff so you don't have to.)
   

Types of New Windows Installed in Alameda County CA

Know some of these window type names and part names when discussing options with window contractors in Alameda County CA:

Brands of New Windows and Replacement Windows on Sale in Alameda County CA

 

   

Window Types Made By Popular Window Brands & Window Manufacturers
American Craftsman Windows	low maintenance windows durable windows replacement windows Home Depot windows sliding windows awning windows hopper windows utility windows impact-resistant windows injection molded windows reinforced windows	home windows single hung windows double hung windows picture windows geometric shaped windows casement windows bay windows bow windows vinyl windows energy efficient windows storm windows
Andersen Windows (Anderson Windows)	home windows high performance windows low emissions windows dual pane windows grille windows window hardware storm windows low maintenance windows energy efficient windows casement windows awning windows replacement windows wood windows	double hung windows gliding windows picture windows transom windows specialty windows round windows bow windows bay windows sliding windows window sashes custom windows interior windows exterior windows
Anlin Window Systems	vinyl windows replacement windows double hung windows double sliding windows casement windows awning windows bay windows bow windows picture windows	geometric windows single hung windows single hung sliding windows arch windows combination windows garden windows energy efficient windows windows with UV protection window frames
CertainTeed Windows	replacement windows home windows exterior windows Bryn Mawr windows single hung windows double hung windows casement windows awning windows bay windows bow windows energy efficient windows	picture windows combination windows window walls geometric windows custom windows vinyl windows insulated windows Low E windows glazed windows Energy Star windows decorative windows
Empire Pacific Windows	vinyl windows home windows horizontal sliding windows new windows single hung windows double hung windows casement windows awning windows bay windows bow windows decorative windows	picture windows radius windows gable windows insulated windows energy efficient windows traditional windows replacement windows grid windows window hardware exterior windows Low E windows
Harvey Windows	vinyl windows wood windows impact windows acoustic windows storm windows new windows replacement windows custom windows energy efficient windows Energy Star windows maintenance free windows	double hung windows casement windows picture windows rolling windows sliding windows awning windows designer windows bay windows bow windows single hung windows geometric windows
Jeld-Wen Windows	new windows replacement windows vinyl windows clad wood windows budget windows custom windows basement windows aluminum windows low maintenance windows window frames	energy efficient windows awning windows casement windows sliding windows double hung windows single hung windows geometric windows bay windows bow windows fixed windows
Marvin Windows	double hung windows casement windows awning windows replacement windows new windows sliding windows clad wood windows window sashes custom windows tilt windows	picture windows storm windows commercial windows home windows round top windows hopper windows gliding windows energy efficient windows swinging windows window hardware
Milgard Windows	home windows energy efficient windows lifetime warranty windows new windows replacement windows vinyl windows fiberglass windows natural wood windows aluminum windows Energy Star windows minimum frame windows	French windows sliding windows double hung windows single hung windows basement windows custom windows plastic windows casement windows residential windows sound control windows exterior windows
Norco Windows	wood windows clad wood windows pine windows awning windows bay windows bow windows casement windows	double hung windows fixed windows radius windows geometric windows sliding windows rolling windows low maintenance windows
Pella Windows	replacement windows new windows Energy Star windows awning windows bay windows bow windows casement windows custom windows double hung windows single hung windows sliding windows home windows	shaped windows wood windows vinyl windows designer windows thermal windows fiberglass windows curved windows storm windows angled windows rectangular windows round windows moveable sash windows
Simonton Windows	energy efficient windows home windows replacement windows new windows impact resistant windows insulated windows sliding windows awning windows double hung windows vinyl replacement windows	patio windows single hung windows casement windows geometric windows picture windows window frames low maintenance windows vinyl windows custom windows storm windows
Weather Shield Windows	home windows custom windows wood windows aluminum windows clad windows impact-resistant windows vinyl windows exterior windows interior windows energy efficient windows hurricane windows	replacement windows affordable windows casement windows awning windows tilt windows slider windows custom shaped windows picture windows bow windows bay windows premium windows

 

 

Resources for the Best New Windows in Alameda County CA

Licensing & Trade Associations Related to Replacement Windows in Alameda County CA

AWDI American Window and Door Institute www.awdi.com
BBB Better Business Bureau www.bbb.com
DCA California Department of Consumer Affairs www.dca.ca.gov
EWC Efficient Windows Collaborative www.efficientwindows.org
WDMA Window & Door Manufacturers Association www.wdma.com

Media & Web Publications About New Windows in Alameda County CA

Door and Window Manufacturer Magazine
Window and Door Magazine
Window World

 

The Prime Buyer's Report provides information for the TOP 10 Windows Contractors in Alameda County CA within the following zip codes:

94537, 94623, 94662, 94620, 94712, 94614, 94701, 94613, 94604, 94557, 94543, 94661, 94540, 94624, 94552, 94542, 94603, 94615, 94578, 94546, 94541, 94602, 94612, 94577, 94709, 94555, 94601, 94611, 94588, 94708, 94539, 94560, 94610, 94566, 94705, 94538, 94551, 94609, 94621, 94587, 94536, 94550, 94607, 94619, 94586, 94608, 94545, 94606, 94618, 94580, 94568, 94544, 94605, 94617, 94579, 94710, 94707, 94706, 94502, 94501, 94704, 94703 and 94702

The Prime Buyer's Report provides information for the TOP 10 Replacement Windows Installers in Alameda County CA within the following cities:

Castro Valley, Dublin, Emeryville, Fremont, Hayward, Hayward, Livermore, Newark, Oakland, Piedmont, Pleasanton, San Leandro, San Lorenzo, Sunol, Union City, Alameda, Mount Eden, Albany, Berkeley, Ashland, Russell City and Komandorski Village