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Best Window & Door Companies in Santa Monica, CA

1 local window and door company serving Santa Monica. Featured pros appear first. CSLB C-17

Canyon Crest Roofing

4.9 (127 Google reviews)
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Family-owned roofing crew rebuilding fire-damaged homes along the coast. Class A tile, metal and shingle roofs, ember-resistant vents and skylights, with permits handled for the City of Malibu, LA and LA County.

HIRING GUIDE Window & Door Companies Santa Monica, California

What to look for in a window and door company in Santa Monica, CA

Not every window and door company is a good fit for a home in Santa Monica, CA. Santa Monica is a coastal community, and salt air, sand and marine layer moisture are tough on homes. Before you call anyone in the Westside, here is what to look for.

Hiring checklist

  • Look for an active CSLB C-17 glazing license, or a B general license for jobs that change framing.
  • Ask about U-factor and solar heat gain ratings, not just brand names.
  • Find out whether they do full-frame or retrofit installs, and why.
  • Get the product warranty and installation warranty in writing.
Coastal home

Local to Santa Monica

Salt air pits aluminum frames, so ask about vinyl, fiberglass or coastal-rated finishes.

Most jobs of this kind need a permit, and in Santa Monica permits go through the City of Santa Monica. A good window and door company pulls the permit, schedules inspections and includes both in the price.

What affects the price

Price depends on the number and size of openings, frame material, glass package and whether the install is full-frame or retrofit. Custom sizes, specialty shapes and large sliding or folding doors cost more, and full-frame installs add stucco or siding repair.

Red flags

Watch for red flags: a license number that doesn't match the business name, pressure to sign the same day, a request for full payment up front, or a quote with no written scope. A trustworthy window and door company in Santa Monica will put the work, price and schedule in a written contract.

Next step

Before you sign, get the full scope, price, timeline and warranty in writing, and avoid anyone who asks for cash only or a large deposit. The window & door companies listed here can be contacted directly with no middleman.