Peeling paint, outdated bathroom, drafty old windows, worn flooring are just some reasons homeowners start looking to remodel their homes. Inspiration is seen in magazines, showrooms, on television and in the homes of your friends. Knowing what you want replaced and how you want the final project to look is usually the easy part. Finding a trustworthy, talented, licensed and insured contractor is where it can become challenging.

Let’s say you are in Indianapolis, Indiana and are looking to replace the old and drafty windows in your home. Most homeowners start with recommendations from family and friends. But do you even know the difference between window styles, e-ratings, composition materials and other factors that can make the difference between a successful window replacement project and a disaster? Consumer Reports gives some information that will go a long way in you gaining knowledge so when you sit down with a contractor …