When free still means having to pay for windows

How possible is it to get free replacement windows from so cal. Edison, or any other companies for that matter? Sounds a bit dodgy, doesn’t it. Well, there are some reasons why you are getting free stuff but bear in mind that while there are really great deals out there waiting for you to capture, there are equally bad traps laid for you to get yourself hurt. As always, research beforehand is crucial and ask lots of questions. Ask friends to accompany you, ask relatives for advice etc,

Some companies may be genuinely trying to build up their reputation as a friendly and consumer-loving company. Their replacement windows may have been manufactured in countries where the cost is especially low such as India or China. Because they are not very sellable due to their unknown brands, they become dead stock after a while and to the boss, it is more costly to stock useless stuff than give it away, hence free replacement windows from so cal. Edison. This is understandable and actually, a good business strategy.

Come to think of it, there must be a benefit for the company even if it were to give out free replacement windows. Some of you people may have already know the reason. Yes, the cost of contractors. While windows come free, labour do not. This is the case here because you may be paying a premium price for the ‘free window’. Hence, it is important you know the prevailing market rate for one contractor or worker per hour. And make sure they are reputable so they do not give you shoddy work.

Another reason I can think of is that these companies are very pushy in nature, much akin to those doing sales or MLM. Once you show signs of weakness, they will do their utmost to get you hooked. Such companies are usually home improvement companies where they can do tiling, painting and furnishing for you. If you bother to give them a call to enquire about their free replacement windows, be prepared to sit at least an hour or so being persuaded by them to buy their other products which may be more highly priced.