Limited Warranty

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Limited warranty

20-year limited warranty on frame, glass and finish

Each part of the window carries its own term. All periods run from the date of substantial completion of the installation.

ComponentTerm
Aluminum frame20 years
Insulated glass units20 years
Powder-coated finish (Tiger Coatings)20 years
Hardware10 years
Screen frame10 years
Laminated glass10 years
Spontaneous glass breakage10 years
Built-in louver glass5 years
Decorative glass2 years
Installation workmanship (ArcView install)1 year

Replacement parts at no charge

If a covered defect is confirmed within the term, ArcView supplies the replacement part free of charge. Colour matching is not guaranteed.

Installed by our own crews

Installation workmanship is warranted for one year from substantial completion. Service visits after the first year carry a visit fee.

Starts when the job is complete

Coverage runs from substantial completion of the installation (from delivery on supply-only orders) and is contingent on payment in full.

General terms

When coverage starts

All warranty periods begin on the date of substantial completion of the installation. If installation is delayed at the customer's request or by force majeure, the period begins on the actual installation date. On supply-only orders it begins on the date of delivery.

Coverage is contingent on payment of the contract price in full; it is suspended while any balance is outstanding.

What the warranty provides

The warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of defective parts, at ArcView's discretion. Where a claim is validated, replacement parts are supplied free of charge. Colour matching is not guaranteed. Repairs or replacements do not extend the original term; the remaining time continues to apply to the repaired part.

If an original part is no longer available, a substitute of equal quality and value may be provided.

What is not covered

  • Damage from misuse, alterations, improper handling or improper installation.
  • Aluminum surfaces that have been altered, repainted or stained.
  • Condensation on interior or exterior glass surfaces caused by humidity or temperature differentials — a natural occurrence, not a defect.
  • Exposure to extreme temperatures, corrosive chemicals or gases, or harsh climates beyond the product's specification.
  • Installation or labour costs on glass-breakage replacements.
  • Any ArcView product compromised by non-ArcView products used with it.

Installation workmanship

Installation performed by ArcView personnel is warranted for one (1) year from substantial completion, strictly for defects arising from that installation. Building movement, settlement and structural conditions are excluded. After the first year, service calls carry a visit fee that varies with travel distance; travel fees may also apply within the first year.

Supply-only orders

Products must be installed by qualified professionals; failure to do so voids the warranty. Before installation, confirm the rough opening — generally 1 inch larger than the window or door in width and height, as specified on the shop drawings — and ensure the frame is level, plumb and square. Windows and doors must be fixed with screws through the frame.

The one-year labour warranty does not apply to supply-only orders. ArcView's obligation is limited to supplying replacement parts for covered defects; on-site diagnosis, removal, re-installation, shipping and disposal are the customer's responsibility.

How to make a claim

Submit the claim in writing promptly after discovering the defect, with the order number or project address, a description of the defect and, where possible, photos or video. Allow a reasonable period for inspection.

info@arcview.ca · +1-437-937-4234

Orders and payment

Orders require a minimum 50% deposit before production, with the balance paid in full before shipment or delivery is scheduled. Custom-made products cannot be returned, exchanged or refunded, and no changes are permitted once the contract is signed. Products remain ArcView's property until paid in full. It is the customer's responsibility to confirm that selected products comply with applicable codes and energy-efficiency requirements.

This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights; additional rights may vary by jurisdiction. ArcView reserves the right to modify or discontinue any product at any time. The full Warranty Terms and Conditions are provided with every quotation.

Architectural metal warranty

The terms above apply to ArcView windows and doors. Products on the Architectural Metal line (railings and guardrails, fencing and gates, louvers, screens and custom fabrication) carry a 10-year finish warranty on powder coating and 5-year structural warranty on fabricated assemblies. Glass, gate operators and access-control equipment carry their manufacturers' warranties. Terms for each project are stated on its quotation.