If you live in Florida, you know how important storm windows are. They help protect your home during big storms and hurricanes. A lot of people buy them from big stores like Home Depot, hoping to keep their homes and families safe.
But what happens when the job doesn’t get done right?
That’s exactly what happened to a family in Boca Raton. According to Boca News Now, they spent more than $16,000 on storm windows from Home Depot. But after waiting months, the windows still weren’t installed the right way. They didn’t pass the inspection, and the family said Home Depot wouldn’t fix anything or give them a refund.
When Storm Windows Fail, So Does Storm Protection
Storm windows are not just about looking nice. They protect your house from wind, rain, and flying objects during storms. Your windows could be at risk when they are not installed correctly. Here are some things that can go wrong:
- Leaks and Water Damage: Rain can sneak in and damage your walls, floors, and window frame.
- Wind Damage: Badly installed windows can pop out during high winds, which can be very dangerous.
- Failed Inspections: In Florida, if your windows don’t pass the inspection, you might not be allowed to live in your home until it’s fixed.
- Insurance Problems: If the work was done badly, your insurance might not pay for damage after a storm. That means you could end up spending even more money.
What to Do If Your Storm Windows or Doors Were Installed Wrong
If you hired Home Depot or any other company to install storm windows and things went wrong, don’t panic. You have options. Here are some steps you can take to protect yourself and your home:
- Take Photos and Videos: Take pictures of the leaks, cracks, or things that look unfinished. Did they remove your original windows and mess something up? Get a photo of that too.
- Save Emails and Texts: Keep everything you sent or got from the company. This proves you asked for help and didn’t get it.
- Call Your Insurance Company: Tell them what happened. They might be able to help or tell you what to do next.
- Talk to a Lawyer: A property insurance lawyer (someone who helps people with home problems) can help you understand your rights. You might be able to get your money back or have the company fix everything.
How Our Law Firm Can Help
At Vargas, Gonzalez, Delombard, LLP, we help Florida homeowners who are dealing with damage to their homes. Whether it’s from a hurricane, a leak, or bad work from a contractor, we’re here to stand up for you.
We’ve helped families who had storm windows installed the wrong way. We know how upsetting it is to spend so much money and still feel unsafe in your home. That’s why we take every case seriously and work with caution and care.
You don’t have to fight big companies alone. Our team of smart, experienced legal professionals is here to help. And guess what? We offer free consultations. That means we’ll talk with you for free and help you figure out your next step.
