Questions homeowners ask
Who will sell and install my windows or doors?
The independent contractor you choose handles product sales, installation and the construction agreement. RG Holdings operates the referral service. Discuss measurements, pricing, scheduling, warranties and follow-up directly with the contractor.
How do I check a contractor before hiring?
Request the license details for the business signing your contract, then verify current status and appropriate scope with the licensing authority. Ask for evidence of insurance, product documents and a written agreement. A referral does not replace your checks.
What do the local cost figures represent?
Hillsborough County permit records show a county median declared permit value of $16,000 (median of 4613 permits with a declared value), with a middle range of $9,477-$27,839. These are declared project values, not quotes or verified final invoices. Your cost varies; get several quotes.
Do I need a permit for replacement windows or doors?
Confirm the correct path before work starts. Some qualifying residential replacements may use an exemption application. Check [Hillsborough County's exemption guidance](https://hcfl.gov/businesses/permits-and-records/permits/work-exempt-from-permits) with the contractor and building authority.
Are all new windows impact-rated?
No. Ask for approval documents identifying the exact proposed assembly and its impact rating. Florida's [Hurricane Retrofit Guide](https://apps.floridadisaster.org/hrg/content/openings/debris_impact_standards.asp) explains that a new window or door is not automatically impact-rated.
Are impact windows the only permitted protection option?
Approved protective coverings can also provide debris protection where applicable. The right solution depends on the home and code requirements. Ask the contractor to confirm the proposed approach using the [Florida Building Commission's guidance](https://www.floridabuilding.org/fbc/Commission/FBC_0220/HRAC/MichaelRA2_060719_508_FNALforposting.pdf) and current requirements.
What should a written quote include?
Ask for the opening list, product models, glass and frame specifications, installation scope, repairs, disposal, permit responsibilities, exclusions and payment terms. Obtain written warranty terms from the parties providing them. Compare quotes using the same scope.
What should I keep after the project?
Keep the signed contract, approved changes, product approval documents, care instructions, warranty terms and applicable permit completion records. Ask the contractor how to request service and report an installation concern.
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Tell us about the job or call (813) 559-0998. We pass it to an independently licensed local contractor who contacts you. Free for homeowners; you decide who to hire.