Frustrating experience with incomplete repairs, poor communication, licensing issues, and undisclosed installation methods.
I hired Performance Windows for a full window replacement at my home in Reno. They offered free labor because the home was supposed to be used as a display/advertising house. We financed the project through a third-party lender. From the beginning, there were problems:
* The itemized invoice lacked a clear breakdown of materials versus labor.
* When I requested the contractor's license, they gave me a Nevada license number belonging to a different company (Sky View Windows and Doors) that was suspended at the time for a DIR violation. They also provided an expired Utah license for the lead installer. After repeated requests and verification through the Nevada State Contractors Board, the Sky View license was eventually reinstated, but the lack of transparency was concerning.
* Performance Windows operates mainly as a sales company and uses Sky View as the installation crew. This was not clearly explained upfront.
* They did not disclose that they would overlay the new windows onto the old existing surrounding wood frames. When the old windows were removed, this loosened those wooden frames from the wall and created gaps. Those gaps later caused leaks.
After installation, multiple repairs were needed:
* A sliding door screen needed replacement (this was eventually completed).
* A dining room window started leaking after heavy rain. The crew sealed the original wood panel that had been ripped out during the initial install. The sealant had to dry before testing, so I still don't know if the leak is truly fixed.
* Bathroom and laundry room windows were supposed to get proper frame replacements. Instead, the installer only cut plastic pieces, which exposed holes. The smaller bathroom windows still do not open fully -- they claim this is "part of their design."
* There was also a gap in the flooring caused by the smaller slider door installation.
Beyond the repairs, the overall performance of the new windows has been disappointing:
* Even though the windows may look better, our house is noticeably hotter than it was with the old windows.
* We are now getting bugs coming into the house.
Communication and scheduling were consistently poor:
* Appointments were missed or delayed.
* On one visit, the installer arrived late, a different crew showed up first with no knowledge of the other repairs, and the main installer forgot several items and had to leave mid-visit to buy supplies at Home Depot.
* The crew often seemed rushed to finish and leave.
While the sliding door screen was eventually replaced, the overall handling of the project has been disappointing. Multiple issues remain unresolved or only partially addressed. The combination of incomplete work, undisclosed installation methods, performance problems, and lack of professionalism made this a stressful experience.
I would not recommend Performance Windows. If you're considering them, verify their contractor licensing status independently through the Nevada State Contractors Board, ask detailed questions about their installation method (especially whether they overlay onto existing frames), and get everything in writing before signing. read more