Window World
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Category: Home & Garden
Contact Information Kansas City, Missouri, United States
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Window World Reviews
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Daphne S
July 7, 2011
leaking window
Replaced basement windows. Old windows leaked when window well partially filled with water. New windows leak worse. I am now learning that I should have ordered fixed windows, instead of sliders. Installer were also complaining about how the windows were measured. They had to "make" the installation work. Very disappointed.
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Sj73
June 19, 2011
Repairs still need to be done
Window World claims that they are fully warranted for all problems..My first problem was that the largest window in my house was messed up...Screens did not fit also they were scratched ..Never did get that resolved..
Since having windows done I had more work done on the house to make it more energy efficient...my electric bill never did go down. About a week or so ago I had the Energy Efficiency Management come and do an energy eficiency evaluation to see where my problems are still coming from, they do a very extensive test and measure air flow throughout your house, basement, attic and every vent and window in your house...
Needless to say my house is very leaky. The man that conducted the test told me that NONE of my new "Window World" windows had been caulked at top or bottom on the outside.. I made complaint to them about this and I am not getting the service I had truly expected form such a well known company...my next step is to email the CEO of the company, Maybe that will get thing moving a little faster...
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Roddey
May 21, 2011
Installers treated like dirt!!!
First off let me explain to you the "Window World" pay scale. They want the subcontractor to remove and install a window for $25.00. Now in that $25.00 we have to pay for caulk and everything that might come into play during the installation. But the catch is we have to buy all the products from Window World. If you are caught buying and using any other products that is grounds for termination. Now also in that 25.00 we have to pay for fuel to get to these jobs that are sometimes 30 to 40 miles away, one way. Also we have to pay for liability insurance, workers comp, and vehicle insurance. Now if you have a helper that makes 10.00 to 12.00 add that in. Stay with me now. A job of 15 windows pays 375.00. If it takes 8 hours, usually longer because of salesman mismeasures and told to make them work, that's 96.00 for a helper, around 30.00 for fuel, and around 30.00 for materials ( caulk, trim, etc.). We are at $166.00.that leaves $209.00 for the installer and out of that we must pay for expenses including wear and tear on a vehicle and tools, insurances and any other thing that comes into play during the install. What I'm trying to say is that when I started with WW they promised me the world and great pay. Needless to say it didn't go that way. What they attract is bottom of the barrel, incompetent installers that rush to get the job done because they get paid on volume not quality. I can honestly say that all jobs that I did were done with care and treated like it was my house, which didn't pay off in the long run. You can not possibly do a quality job and make money with this company. I know that some of you are saying I am just a disgruntled employee looking to give WW a bad rap. You're right! I am just telling the gods honest truth. Now let me get into the windows itself, JUNK! I was actually embarrassed to install these windows. Poor quality control, non fitting screens that just fell out, and windows that were drafty and cold. More than half the time the windows were mismeasures and told to " make them work". This company preys on uneducated consumers and sweet talks their way through their sales pitch, which was the big joke for the salespeople. You can take my opinion and disregard it if you want but I am just telling you that they sell an inferior product and have people installing that have no business having a power tool in their hands. Do your homework and research products before you buy it. Lastly, type in Google search area " Window World complaints", and spend the next couple of days absorbing all of the negative reviews and poor installation complaints. Enjoy!
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jennifermalone
May 17, 2011
slums who dont give a shit
ok here is the deal window world in baton rouge is the worst one my husband works there and they make him purchase the chalk and trim and insurence and they dont care for anyone but them selves most of them do drugs and even the big boss does drugs i know he baught it from another guy in fornt of me his name is robert smyth do not but from them stand up for the little people me and my hasband did not have money for christmas last year and the boss did not care he was in hawii for vacation with his family so everyone stand up for the small people being screwed by the big croporate fuckers
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jimbo64
March 14, 2011
poor installation
I find it funny reading all these complaints about window world of boston they advertise the lowest prices in the industry this is what you get. Drafty windows no service and so on. I had 2 friends of mine that worked for window world of boston they would joke and laugh about how bad there installers were they are known to pay thier installers the lowest pay these are subs that can get work anywhere else. Remember the old adage if the price sounds to good to be true it probably is...
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barbara810cats
March 11, 2011
windows price quote fake
They came gave written price, i felt something was wrong with how the saleman was talking, i called Gary the owner, he came out, to see where/how many windows we needed, he said paperwork was wrong, we were building new part, 800 more ft on house with 12 windows in sunroom only, a total of 17 windows, he said he was owner, would call me back/took all papers with him, i never heard from him at all, even after i called him 4 to 4 times.Window World delayed me with my windows, he is a very dishonest person.Glad i didn't buy from them, another company was A great choice, I was not cheated.
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Frenchflowerbucket
February 24, 2011
Run away
This is the lowest unethical company I have ever dealt with in 40 years of home ownership. I agreed to purchase seven windows to be installed. After waiting more than a month past the installation date, they finally arrived.
Five of the 7 windows did not fit and had to be jerry-rigged or reordered. The salesman who measured the window openings obviously didn't know what he was doing.
The install team damaged my home in several areas and have refused to be accountable for it.
We are so sorry that we EVER heard of the company...as I said RUN!
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Bater
February 11, 2011
No sales follow up
I had purchased my windows from Window World a few years ago, and and some problems, but were soon rectified, so when it came to buying doors for my house I called them. They sold the exact same doors and storm doors at Lowe's! But because of the installation and service, I contracted with Window World at a much higher price. ( Lowe's installers had a bad rep ). Well after the order was taken, and half the money paid, it took 3 months to receive them and get them installed. That is with the exception of the front storm door. It came a week later. After it was installed, the installer said another pump needed to be added and he would order it. So after a few days, I did a follow up, and was informed it was not ordered, but it would be ordered and given a priority. I called shorty after that and was told it was on its way and would be installed when it was received. That was 3 weeks ago, and I have not heard a word from them. There customer service sux ! I haven't heard from the sales guy since he wrote the contract. Not even a follow up, you know, like are you satisfied? or are there any other products such as siding or roofing you need? I have a hard time understanding how companies like this can stay in business and sponsor a race team, and Have Kathy Ireland as a rep. I'll get my new roof and siding from a local small company that needs the business !!!
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Ginny S
February 9, 2011
bad windows bad service
One window howls from the wind. Another window is foggy between the panes of glass. Seals are broke. Windows are just plain drafty. The company never returns phone calls. It also took 5 months to get windows installed.
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Jettyhound
January 31, 2011
Response to AMAZED one month later
Wow Amazed! It has now been a full month and I still have at least 7 of 13 windows that leak water into my home. From your post on this website(which I find interesting that you monitor since your installation and service is supposed to be so good, I can tell that you wrote your blog at 11:39PM, Friday 12/17/10. This was after you came to my home with your "installer" and inspected the shoddy work and agreed to come back to try to fix the hanging capping, lack of insulation, caulking problems, and so on. However, it was before I sprayed the exterior windows with water only to find that at least 7 of 13 leak!!! Nonetheless, I will answer your questions and respond to your comments that you posted. Here goes:
Q: Why would you choose to go to war with your contractor BEFORE they have actually completed the job, or BEFORE you have exchanged a single word with them?
A: Because your subcontractor capped the windows and finished the trim inside, and left the job...meaning he was done. When I came home on the evening of 12/15 at 7:30 PM to find the exterior capping literally hanging off, not nailed to anything (affixed with caulk), the cold wind blowing into my home (no insulation), and zero sills left, this was too much to bear!!! A sloppy job like that is nearly criminal in my opinion. You literally caused damage!
Q: Why would you threaten and slander them BEFORE extending to them the simple courtesy of a phone call, or request a meeting or explanation of a process that may be raising some questions in your mind?
A: No threats. I did everything I said I was going to do. I filed a BBB complaint (now two), filed with the State Dept. of Consumer Protection, and contacted an attorney. Not threats...promises. And, BTW, I did call when I got home on 12/15, three times to be exact because I was so shocked!!! I did not slander anyone...everything I have posted has been absolutely true, and now one month later documented by building professionals (I have letters to prove it). Your accusing me of slander is by very nature "slander"! And, "raising some questions in your mind"? You are raising more than that! try the hair on my back!
Q: Why would you allow someone to continue to work on your house and not say a word, if you have any doubts or concerns?
A: Great question! I told your contractors to STOP when they started using a saws-all to remove the existing new construction windows. I asked why they were doing that when I was told that I was paying extra ($975) to have the siding around the windows removed or peeled back to access the window. My concerns were responded to with a laugh and a response of "that's not how we do it". I have witnesses to this!!! You, on the other hand, were not there!!!
Q: And, if you don’t like what you are seeing, why would you not simply ask if there might be some possible alternatives?
A: you are supposed to be the WINDOW PROFESSIONALS! You are supposed to be trained and certified (though now I have found out from your national office not for new installation windows!!) And, if you turn over your own contract, it says "Please no critiquing at this time" and "We get nervous when a customer constantly hovers over our shoulder". Hmmmm...wonder why???
Statement:
Please follow basic civil and decent rules of engagement so that both sides of the story can be heard. Calling the local franchise in the middle of the night and then slamming them before they have a chance to respond doesn't count.
Response: Again...WOW! Basic civil and decent rules of engagement? Wasn't it you and your own installer who came to my home on 1/16/10 at 8AM, unannounced and who began to get in my face on my front lawn? Wasn't it your installer who threatened to "Rip those f***ing windows right out of the house!"? Wasn't it your installer who said he would "Take a f***ing garden hose to the windows and prove they don't leak!" (I wish he did...he would have seen that they do indeed leak! A lot!!!) And finally, I didn't call in the middle of the night. I called at 7:30 PM, three times, and asked that you please call me back!!! However you did not...you showed up and got in my face so much that my son had 911 dialed up ready to press "send"!!! Civil and decent indeed!!! What planet are you from???
Statement:
Window World is fully committed to excellent service and customer satisfaction. You don’t become the nation’s largest window replacement company without consistent great service and the number one selling quality window in the country. You just don't.
Response: Don't your read the rest of the posts on this website???? What a joke your last statement is!!! "Excellent service and customer satisfaction"...Is that why I haven't heard from you since your last voicemail on 1/7/11 stating that you were working on a solution and you would call me back on 1/10/11 but I still haven't heard from you!!!???!!! :upset
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