(Newswire.net — September 11, 2021) –Shutters are wood, aluminum, or vinyl shutters that can be used on windows. They look great and add a touch of class to the home. If you’re in the market for shutters, then here is a list of things that you should ask when choosing them:
1- What Kind of Window Will They Be Used On?
Your window’s size, shape, and style determine what type of shutter would best fit the window. For example, if it’s an odd-shaped window such as a bay or bow, then custom-made shutters would be needed so that they fit perfectly.
2- Will It Withstand A Hurricane?
When choosing shutters for your house, it’s important to know how much wind they can withstand. If you live near a coastal area, you need to invest in shutters that can withstand a hurricane. Having hurricane-proof shutters will also help increase your home’s value.
3- Will The Colors Fade Or Change?
People assume that the colors of shutters won’t fade or change with time, but this is not true. After about five years of sun exposure, some colors will show signs of fading and changing color. Ask the shutter company what type of warranty they provide for color change or fading of their product.
4- What Will The Warranty Be?
Most shutter companies offer a warranty that covers damage to the shutters for two-five years. However, some only have a written warranty on their website, and others have it with the product in stores. If they don’t provide written proof of their warranty, you should ask them where you can find it. There are many different types of warranties that shutter companies offer, which include:
*Lifetime Warranty
*Paint Fade Warranty
*Condensation Resistance Warranty
*Installation Damage Warranty
*Honeycomb/Accordion Shutter Repair or Replacement Warranties
5- How Long Will It Take To Install The Shutters?
You can measure your home yourself; however, if the shutters are custom-made to fit your windows, it’s best to hire a professional installer. Shutter installers have years of experience putting up shutters, so you should let them do the job for you. If they take too long to put them up, ask how much extra it will cost you or an after-hours fee that you can be charged.
6- Will The Shutters Be Custom Made?
Some shutter companies only offer what they call “standard” shutters mass manufactured to fit most windows sizes. If your window size falls within very common sizes, this may be fine for you, but many people want custom-made shutters that fit their window perfectly, and these are more expensive because of the extra work involved to make them.
The type of material that your shutters will be made out of depends on the look you want for your home and the budget you have set aside to buy them. For example, if you choose wood shutters, they may cost more than vinyl or aluminum, but they’ll last longer, and they will give your home more of a classic look.
Choosing the right shutters for your home can be an overwhelming process. But if you consider what kind of window they will be used on, whether or not they are hurricane proof and which colors will fade over time, it should help narrow down your choices to one that suits your needs best. From there, you’ll want to read reviews about the company’s warranty before making a final decision so that you’re confident in their service and product quality. Then, if all sounds good, go ahead with the installation!