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Window City Warranty

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Read this entire Window City Warranty before purchasing or installing this product. By installing or using this product you
are acknowledging that this warranty is part of the terms of sale.

All Window City products are manufactured to Window City standard manufacturing tolerances. However, minor
imperfections in the glass and accessories may be present. Any claim submitted for imperfections will be evaluated to the
applicable CSA, AAMA or NFRC published specifications and will be judged according to these published specifications.
Window City will not be responsible for claims arising between the Dealer and their customers.

This warranty applies only to Window City vinyl windows, patio doors and entry door systems. Window City makes the
following exclusive express warranties for Window City products installed within the United States and Canada, subject to
the stated conditions and limitations.

WINDOWS NON-PRORATED LIFETIME WARRANTY

DESCRIPTION OWNER-OCCUPIED SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES
White vinyl window frames and sash members non-prorated lifetime warranty
Cap-stock coloured vinyl window frames and sash members 20 years limited lifetime warranty
Interior wood grain lamination film 10 years limited lifetime warranty
Factory applied colour paint 10 years limited warranty
Hardware and mechanical components 20 years limited lifetime warranty
Non-decorative glass in window products 20 years limited lifetime warranty
Decorative glass in window products 10 years limited warranty
Blinds or shades sealed between insulating glass 5 years limited warranty

Please note: the above warranties commence from the date of original purchase from Window City and apply only to
owner-occupied single-family homes. All multi-residential and/or commercial applications have a 5 year limited warranty
on all items from the date of original purchase from Window City.

Window City warrants all vinyl window frames and components against such defects in material and workmanship that
might result in blistering, peeling, flaking, corroding, de-lamination or fading within generally accepted industry standards
for the time period stated. The colour warranty pertains to manufacturing defects and has no bearing to UV exposure that
occurs naturally on an exterior surface. The lamination warranty pertains to the exterior surface only and to manufacturing
defects and has no bearing to UV exposure that occurs naturally on an exterior surface.

The window warranty is transferable to purchasers of the home for an administrative fee of one hundred dollars payable
within 30 days of title transfer and successful registration of such with Window City. This lifetime warranty pertains only
to windows manufactured by Window City - subsequent components will follow their stated manufacturing warranties.

Window City warrants that all hardware and mechanical components of its windows shall be free from manufacturing defects
for the time period listed above.

Window City warrants that the non-decorative glass, decorative glass, insulating glass (with blinds or shades sealed inside)
shall be free frompremature failure or permanentmaterial obstruction of vision due to a failure of the glass seal for the time
period stated. The between-the-glass blind or shade and the decorative metal and wrought iron accents shall also be free
frommanufacturing defects inmaterial or workmanship that significantly impair their proper operation and function for the
time period stated.

If Window City is given notice of a defect occurring within the time-frame listed above, Window City shall, at its sole discretion:
1) repair or replace the defective item(with cost of labour included only within one [1] year of the date of purchase)
or 2) refund the original purchase price.

ULTRA PATIO DOORS (SLIDING & SWING COLLECTION)

NON-PRORATED LIFETIME WARRANTY

DESCRIPTION OWNER-OCCUPIED SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES
White vinyl patio frames and sash members non-prorated lifetime warranty
Cap-stock coloured vinyl patio frames and sash members 20 years limited lifetime warranty
Stainable wood grain lamination film (swing only) 10 years limited warranty
Exterior film lamination 10 years limited lifetime warranty
Factory applied colour paint 10 years limited warranty
Hardware and mechanical components (sliding door) 5 years limited lifetime warranty
Hardware and mechanical components multipoint lock (swing door) 5 years limited lifetime warranty
Non-decorative glass in patio door products 20 years limited lifetime warranty
Decorative glass in vinyl patio door products 10 years limited warranty
Blinds or shades sealed between insulating glass 5 years limited warranty
Decorative metal accents & wrought iron options 2 years limited warranty

Please note: the above warranties commence from the date of original purchase from Window City and apply only to
owner-occupied single-family homes. Allmulti-residential and/or commercial applications have a 2 year limited warranty
on all items from the date of original purchase from Window City. Patio Door warranties are not transferrable.

Window City warrants all vinyl patio door frames and vinyl components against such defects in material and workmanship
thatmight result in blistering, peeling, flaking, corroding, or fading within generally accepted industry standards for the time
period stated. The colour warranty pertains to manufacturing defects and has no bearing to UV exposure that occurs naturally
on an exterior surface.

Window City warrants that all hardware and mechanical components of its entry doors shall be free from manufacturing
defects for the time period listed above. When multipoint hardware is required, it must be factory installed at the time of
purchase and all locking positions must be active at all times in order for this warranty to be in effect for any period.

Window City warrants that the non-decorative glass, decorative glass, insulating glass (with blinds or shades sealed inside)
shall be free frompremature failure or permanentmaterial obstruction of vision due to a failure of the glass seal for the time
period stated. The between-the-glass blind or shade and the decorative metal and wrought iron accents shall also be free
frommanufacturing defects inmaterial or workmanship that significantly impair their proper operation and function for the
time period stated.

If Window City is given notice of a defect occurring within the time-frame listed above, Window City shall, at its sole discretion:
1) repair or replace the defective item(with cost of labour included only within one [1] year of the date of purchase)
or 2) refund the original purchase price.

LIFETIME ENTRY DOORS
NON-PRORATED LIFETIME WARRANTY

DESCRIPTION OWNER-OCCUPIED SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES
1. White vinyl frames and components non-prorated lifetime warranty
2. Cap-stock coloured vinyl frames 20 years limited lifetime warranty
3. Stainable wood grain lamination film 10 years limited warranty
4. Exterior film lamination 10 years limited lifetime warranty
5. Factory applied colour paint 5 years limited warranty
6. Factory applied stain finish 1 year limited warranty
7. Elegance steel panel 5 years limited lifetime warranty
8. Citadel fibreglass panel - with multipoint 5 years limited lifetime warranty
9. Citadel fibreglass panel - no multipoint 1 year limited warranty
10. Castle Gate wood panel – with multipoint 5 years limited lifetime warranty
11. Castle Gate wood panel – no multipoint 1 year limited warranty
12. Hardware and mechanical components 5 years limited lifetime warranty
13. Non-decorative glass in entry door products 20 years limited lifetime warranty
14. Decorative glass in entry door products 10 years limited warranty
15. Blinds or shades sealed between insulating glass 5 years limited warranty
16. Decorative metal accents & wrought iron options 2 years limited warranty

Please note: the above warranties commence from the date of original purchase from Window City and apply only to
owner-occupied single-family homes. Allmulti-residential and/or commercial applications have a 2 year limited warranty
on all items (excluding items 6, 9 and 11) from the date of original purchase from Window City. All Entry Door warranties are not transferrable.

Window City warrants all vinyl frames and components against such defects in material and workmanship that might
result in blistering, peeling, flaking, corroding, de-lamination or fading within generally accepted industry standards for
the time period stated. The colour warranty pertains to manufacturing defects and has no bearing to UV exposure that
occurs naturally on an exterior surface. The lamination warranty pertains to the exterior surface only and to manufacturing
defects and has no bearing to UV exposure that occurs naturally on an exterior surface.

Window City warrants that all factory-applied paint finishes to vinyl frames, fiberglass or steel door panels and all factory-applied stain finishes to stainable laminates frames (Lifetime Entry Door System), fiberglass door panels, or wood door
panels will be free of any "finish defect" for the time period stated. A finish defect includes cracking, peeling, blistering,
flaking, chalking, blotchiness, surface contaminant and smudges that occur during the factory finish process. Fading/change
in colour shall not exceed the accepted industry standards. A finish defect does not include fading due to UV or sun light
exposure, variation in stain absorption due to grain, colour and texture differences in the wood.

If Window City is given notice of such finish defect within the time frame listed above, Window City shall, at its sole option:
1. Refinish the product (the finish may not necessarily be the same finish as originally applied to the product),
2. Furnish labour to replace or repair any defective finish workmanship within the first (1) (and provide replacement
materials if Window City determines such materials are necessary to make the repairs) or
3. Refund the original purchase price of the defective item in question. This Finish Warranty is provided to the original Buyer
and may not be assigned or transferred, although the limitations of liability set forth herein apply to all sales and persons.

ELEGANCE STEEL DOOR SERIES

Window City warrants all Elegance steel door panels against such defects inmaterial and workmanship for the time period
stated. This warranty is in effect provided that the door has been properly sealed on all 6 surfaces within 7 days of
delivery and has been hung with a standard lock and hinge preparation. Warping (up to ¼ inch), minor scratches or other
visual imperfections shall not be considered defects. This warranty only covers the door panel and does not apply to any
factory finished components that may be sold in combination with the door. Window City grants these warranties only to
the original purchaser of the building where the door was installed.

CITADEL FIBREGLASS DOOR SERIES

Window City warrants all Citadel fibreglass door panels against such defects in material and workmanship for the time
period stated. This warranty is in effect provided that the door has been properly sealed on all 6 surfaces within 7 days of
delivery and has been hung with a standard lock and hinge preparation. Warping (up to ¼ inch), minor scratches or other
visual imperfections shall not be considered defects. The warping warranty only applies to door panels up to 7ft in height
with factory installed multipoint locks. Any door panels over 7ft in height or do not include factory installed multipoint locks
are exempt from any warping warranty. This warranty only covers the door panel and does not apply to any factory
finished components that may be sold in combination with the door. Window City grants these warranties only to the
original purchaser of the building where the door was installed.

CASTLE GATE WOOD DOOR SERIES

Window City warrants all Castle Gate wood door panels against such defects in material and workmanship for the time
period stated. This warranty is in effect provided that the door has been properly sealed on all 6 surfaces within 7 days of
delivery and has been hung with a standard lock and hinge preparation. Warping (up to ¼ inch), minor scratches or other
visual imperfections shall not be considered defects. The warping warranty only applies to door panels up to 7ft in height
with factory installed multipoint locks. Any door panels over 7ft in height or do not include factory installed multipoint locks
are exempt from any warping warranty. This warranty only covers the door panel and does not apply to any factory
finished components that may be sold in combination with the door. Window City grants these warranties only to the
original purchaser of the building where the door was installed.

Window City warrants that all hardware and mechanical components of its entry doors shall be free from manufacturing
defects for the time period listed above. When multipoint hardware is required, it must be factory installed at the time of
purchase and all locking positions must be active at all times in order for this warranty to be in effect for any period.

Window City warrants that the non-decorative glass, decorative glass, insulating glass (with blinds or shades sealed inside)
shall be free from premature failure or permanent material obstruction of vision due to a failure of the glass seal for the time
period stated. The between-the-glass blind or shade and the decorative metal and wrought iron accents shall also be free
from manufacturing defects in material or workmanship that significantly impair their proper operation and function for the
time period stated.

If Window City is given notice of a defect occurring within the time-frame listed above, Window City shall, at its sole
discretion:
1. repair or replace the defective item (with cost of labour included only within one [1] year of the date of purchase) or
2. refund the original purchase price.
Please note that the following are not defects and are not covered by this warranty:
1. Slight variations in the colour or texture of the finish,
2. Moderate colour fading resulting from exposure to normal atmospheric conditions (sun, rain, etc.),
3. Damage caused by a third party or something other than a defect in the manufacture or material used by Window City.
(i.e. abuse, improper use, vandalism, impact by a foreign object, act of God or nature, fire or other casualty, damage
caused by improper handling, storage or installation by freight carriers, distributors, installers or other parties).

EXCLUSIONS FROM WARRANTY

Damages from the following are excluded from coverage under this warranty.

1. Product failure, loss or damage due to:

  • Products that have not been paid for in full.
  • If a dealer knowingly installs and/or reports a product with visible defect(s) after goods have been picked up or delivered
    and signed off, with such defects, but not limited to scratches, dents, cracks and/or damaged components
    without notifying Window City prior to installation.
  • Products subjected to conditions or use outside their design limitations
  • All windows that are manufactured outside Window City's published minimum and maximum sizes.
  • Windows ordered other than to Window City's specifications.
  • Any window which has been repaired or modified by any person other than a factory-trained Service Technician or
    authorized Window City representative.
  • Abuse of hardware such as over tightening of mechanism which may cause the roto gear to strip
  • Normal wears from product usage or age, including normal wear and tear of weather-stripping
  • Normal wear, fading or discolouration of finish from product usage, age or exposure to direct sunlight.
  • Corner welds on coloured windows may fade over time. Colour touch-up is the responsibility of the home owner.
  • Improper storage, handling, installation, finishing, use, modification, accident, misuse, abuse, alterations, improper
    handling, operation or cleaning
  • Storage of windows outside
  • Structural settlement, movement or vibration
  • Improperly installed security systems
  • Products with modifications that are not approved by Window City
  • Finishing or modifying the structure containing repaired or replaced product.
  • The purchase, damage, repair or replacement of non-Window City products
  • Application of after-market window films to glass surfaces
  • Accidents, including accidental glass breakage, not the fault of Window City, which results in seal failure
  • Damage and/or discolouration, not the fault of Window City, to blinds or shades sealed between glass associated
    with wear and tear through product use, sun exposure, abuse or age
  • Damage to glass as a result of installation at elevations above 4,000 feet.
  • Damage caused by high in-home humidity (condensation, frost and mould).
  • Damage caused by inappropriate finishes, solvents, brick-wash, or cleaning chemicals.
  • Mechanical abrasion to finishes.
  • Non-factory-applied finishes, applied sealants or caulking. Finishes applied by your local dealer/contractor are not
    covered by this warranty.
  • All warranties are void if a storm door is installed over the door due to excessive heat
  • Products or finishes exposed to excessive localized heat, high-moisture environments (including pools, hot tubs
    and greenhouses) or water leakage.
  • Products (panel, moldings, light rims and frame) not properly finished within 30 days of installation.
  • Acts of God or nature
  • Acid rain or other corrosive elements.
  • Salt spray, including exposure to coastal weather conditions.

2. Minor imperfections in the product.

  • Minor imperfections in glass that do not affect the product's structural integrity or significantly obscure vision (including
    textures, swirls and air bubbles in decorative glass). The imperfection must be visible from a distance of no less than six (6') feet from the surface, as per industry standards.
  • Minor variations in glass colour.
  • Minor imperfections in the panel and/or frame graining or colour.

3. Installation inconsistent with Recognized industry standards.

  • Damage resulting in whole or in part from installation inconsistent with Window City's recognized industry Installation
    procedures.
  • Altered or reinstalled products.
  • Products used in non-vertical glazing applications.

NFRC Standards

Window City products labeled with the National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) Energy Performance label are tested
in accordance with NFRC standards. NFRC ratings are based on a combination of computer simulations and physical testing
of product samples. For details on NFRC energy performance ratings, go to www.NFRC.org.

This Limited Warranty is not a statement of the useful life of any Window City products.

Entire Agreement

With the exception of a written statement signed by an authorized Window City representative, this Limited Warranty and
all the terms contained herein constitutes the entire agreement betweenWindow City/Seller and Buyer/User. This Limited
Warranty, including all Limitations of Liability contained herein, is made a part of any such written agreement, unless
expressly excluded therein. By purchasing or using the product covered by this LimitedWarranty, Buyer and User agree that
they are not relying on any oral statements made by anyone that are in any way contrary to this Limited Warranty.

No Amendment Except in Writing

Window City and Seller offer this product, and Buyer and User accept it, subject to the foregoing Limited Warranty, which
may be modified only by written agreement signed by a duly authorized representative of Window City.

CLAIMS UNDER THESE WARRANTIES

Prompt Notice of Claim

Within the warranty period, Buyer or User shall notify Window City immediately, and in no case more than one (1) year
after any defect or other basis of a claim covered by these Limited Warranties is discovered or should have been discovered.
Any claims otherwise covered by the foregoing warranties, but for which Window City did not receive notice within
one (1) year from the time the problem first became known, shall be barred.

Limited Warranty Claim Procedure

Homeowner must contact the dealer who installed the Window City product in their home.
Window City dealers are required to inspect warranty claims before submitting claim information.

To make a claim under these Limited Warranties, please complete a Service Request Form and forward to our service
department at:

Window City Industries,
Customer Service Department,
5690 Steeles Ave. West,
Vaughan, Ontario.
L4L 9T4

or email at service@windowcity.net

or by fax 905-265-9976

or by calling for service at 800-382-5020.

Window City may charge a fee for on-site product inspections.

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