Legal Question in Construction Law in Illinois

We purchased a new home from James Scott Custom Builders in Plainfield, Illinois in October 2007 with �Visions� vinyl windows. We noticed water was sitting on the interior window sill directly below the transom ledge between the transoms and the windows on all 13 of our windows during heavy rains. After testing we found out this was caused because there are gaps in the seals between the glass & frame of the transom windows. The builders� superintendent and the suppliers� repairman told me that the windows should be removed, re-sealed & re-glazed. The window company came out, put an exterior �cap bead� of sealant around each window & told me they consider this a permanent fix. My concern is that the windows were defective in the manufacturing process and eventually the seal will deteriorate because of Chicago weather & the problem will re-occur. I filed an arbitration claim through the NIHBA at a cost of $750 and was awarded $602.00 (I asked for around $4,000 for complete repairs). The check was due about 2 weeks ago & I haven't received it yet. Please advise my next step.

Asked on 12/10/09, 8:59 am

Sal Sheikh www.BetterCallSal.com

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I would gladly write a demand letter on your behalf demanding payment.

I charge separately for the demand letter, and if the letter does not garner the desired outcome you may want to pursue lawsuit.

I can work with you on price since you are already in the "hole" for the repairs after filing for arbitration.

Answered on 12/15/09, 11:26 am

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