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Replacement Windows Cost


How Much Do Replacement Windows Cost?

 
average costAverage: $300-$700 per windowhigh costHigh: Over $1,000 per window

Replacing old, drafty windows can brighten and update a home while cutting energy bills by as much as 25 percent.

Typical costs:

  • Expect to pay an average of $300-$700 per window for replacements placed inside existing (and structurally intact) window frames, but it could go as high as $1,000 per window, for a range of $3,000-$10,000 for a one-story, three-bedroom home with 10 windows. Larger, two-story homes with more windows can run $10,000-$20,000. Double- and triple-glazed windows, or those filled with argon gas increase energy savings but bump the cost to the higher end of the scale.
  • If the existing window frame is rotted or damaged in any way, the frame must be rebuilt. This are called new construction windows, and can cost as much as 50-100 percent more than replacement windows, or $5,000-$40,000 for completely rebuilding all the windows in a home.
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What should be included:
  • A window installer should remove the existing windows, install the new ones, cleanup and dispose of the old windows, and wash the new windows. Estimates are usually based on united inches, which is equal to the sum of the length and width of each window; a 40x55-inch window is 95 united inches. HomeTime.com[1] gives quick definitions of standard window terms, such as apron, casing, glazing, mullion and more.
  • Vinyl windows are usually the least expensive; other window framing materials include wood, aluminum, steel and Fiberglas. DoItYourself.com[2] provides an overview.
  • Better Homes & Gardens[3] lists 25 things to know about windows in general, while DoItYourself.com[4] discusses distinctive window shapes that can add "personality" to a home.
  • An energy star[5] label means greater savings on heating and air conditioning; the American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy[6] explains exactly what's needed for an energy-efficient window and the Efficient Window Collaborative[7] compares different types of windows by state based on climate conditions. Top energy efficiency may mean different types of windows on different sides of the same home, depending on sun and weather exposure.
Additional costs:
  • Extensive dry rot or other damage around existing windows may require repairs before new windows can be installed; the cost will depend on the amount and type of work needed.
  • Be sure the estimate includes disposing of the old windows.
  • Replacing non-standard-sized windows requires either custom windows or enlarging the old opening to accommodate a larger standard size, which can up costs by 50-100 percent per window.
Discounts:
  • When dealing with non-standard-sized windows, check with many manufacturers; your window might be a nonstandard size for one but standard for another, which saves the cost of enlarging the window opening.
  • Some people purchase windows through a local home improvement store or other outlet, then save money by hiring a local handyman to install them. Be sure the handyman has the skills and experience needed to do a thorough, well-sealed and leak-proof job.
  • Installing windows yourself may save $35-$100 or more per window, but be sure you understand all the moisture and weatherproofing requirements; mistakes can lead to dry rot or other problems.
Shopping for replacement windows:
  • For ideas on what type of windows would look and function best, check the photo galleries provided by manufacturers Pella[8] , Milgard[9] and Andersen[10] . Other companies, large and small, are listed with the Window and Door Manufacturers Association[11] . Manufacturers' websites provide links to local companies who sell and install their products.
  • Replacement windows with or without professional installation are available through Lowe's[12] .
  • Get estimates from several companies. Ask for and contact references, and make sure the company is properly bonded and insured. A deposit will be required, but don't pay the full amount until the job is finished to your complete satisfaction, especially when hiring a local handyman to do the installation.
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sliding vinyl window quote
Amount: $7,600.00
Posted by: Steven H in San Diego, CA.Posted: December 29th, 2021 09:12AM
Number of Windows: 3Number Lineal Inches: 376
Brand: AlsideWindow Type: sliding
Installer: DaBella
After a 2.5 hour sales pitch, this was their quote. No way i would take it at >$20 united inch
They also quoted gutters at $3800 for a really easy, mostly straight roofline...
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Windows Replacement
Amount: $9,200.00
Posted by: Queen A. in Pomona, CA.Posted: August 18th, 2020 09:08PM
Number of Windows: 9Number Lineal Inches:
Brand: SimontonWindow Type:
Installer: American Vision Windows
Met with Project Manager for estimate, 8 windows & 1 sliding patio door, with double panel, argon gas, and Lo-E 3. Required 10% deposit. Will be 40% deposit when the Measurement Tech arrived. Pay remaining balance upon job completion. Have not measured yet.
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Window Install Bid : Newman Windows
Amount: $10,700.00
Posted by: Marcopolo in San Diego, CA.Posted: October 3rd, 2019 01:10PM
Number of Windows: 16Number Lineal Inches:
Brand: Millgard TuscanyWindow Type: sliders, picture and one sliding door
Installer: Newman
Seems pretty in line with others here. Sales rep was very professional and patient.
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Make sure they can fix more than the windows, if needed
Amount: $14,400.00
Posted by: Lynnie in FL in Cocoa, FL.Posted: June 15th, 2019 10:06AM
Number of Windows: 18Number Lineal Inches:
Brand: Window Type: Double-pane
Installer: Mike Willis
Living in Florida, if you're going to replace windows, you have to go with double-pane hurricane rated or you're wasting your money. We received a quote from Window World that was about $2K less, but, they informed me they didn't have a contractor on staff that could fix any issues if they came across them. My house is 52 years old with various patches and multiple owners over the years...of course there was going to be problems. So we went with a licensed Contractor instead and he was able to repair the old brick, stucco, and drywall as the replacement went along.
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RENEWAL BY ANDERSON
Amount: $82,000.00
Posted by: TERRY LACURAN in WALNUT, CA.Posted: May 22nd, 2019 05:05PM
Number of Windows: 20 + 2 SLIDERSNumber Lineal Inches:
Brand: ANDERSONWindow Type:
Installer: RENEWAL BY ANDERSON
THEY CAME OUT GAVE ME A PRICE OF 82K AND I TOLD HIM TO GIVE ME SOME OF WHAT HE WAS SMOKING. HELOWERED HIS PRICE TO 55K. I TOLD HIM IF HE COULD DO THAT HE WAS TRYING TO STEAL FROM ME AND TO GET OUT OF MY HOUSE
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Quote from Window World
Amount: $6,000.00
Posted by: B. Jones in Lexington, KY.Posted: April 21st, 2018 10:04AM
Number of Windows: 13Number Lineal Inches:
Brand: Window WorldWindow Type: Double Hung
Installer: Window World
Got a quote to replace 11 double hung windows (some rather large), 1 slider with 3 sections, and 1 solid panel with frosted glass for bathroom. The quote was not outrageous. Have not purchased the windows yet. Includes installation, lifetime glass breakage and replacement, screens for all appropriate windows. South facing windows will have double coatings of reflective low E glass, while north facing ones will have only one pane covered. They are all double pain glass windows. I was going to retain any unbroken old windows in order to donate them to the Habitat for Humanity store in town.
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Replacement Windows & Sliding Door
Amount: $62,087.00
Posted by: regjones223 in La Crosse, WI.Posted: April 18th, 2018 08:04AM
Number of Windows: 24 plus sliding doorNumber Lineal Inches:
Brand: Renewal by AndersonWindow Type: Double Hung
Installer: Anderson
Quote of $62,087 to replace 24 windows and sliding glass door, in two story craftsman style house build in 1928. We listened and appreciated the financing options but the cost is equivalent to one third of the current house value and is $32k more than other quotes. What makes R by A worth it?
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NT windows 16 windows plus door
Amount: $10,500.00
Posted by: Mark2431 in Dallas, TX.Posted: August 3rd, 2017 04:08AM
Installer: Exterior home solutions
16 NT energy master double hung vinyl with double pane argon full install $8700. Plus $1800 for the door. $530 a window installed.
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Replacement Windows
Amount: $19,000.00
Posted by: Yikes!! in Rochester, NY.Posted: June 29th, 2017 08:06AM
Number of Windows: 9Number Lineal Inches:
Brand: Renewal by AndersonWindow Type: Double hung
Installer: Anderson
Did not purchase, but quote of $19,000 to replace 9 windows in my 1000 square foot ranch. I quickly showed them the door. They proceeded to call constantly for months afterwards, if Anderson comes by, don't waste your time unless you like lighting money on fire.
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bad windows or not
Amount: $9,600.00
Posted by: frozen tony in denver in aurora, CO.Posted: January 27th, 2017 02:01PM
Installer: power windows
took out bad old windows. put in new windows and patio doors. now i live in a refridgerator. worst move i made. still fighting with them. went from bad to worst. brrrrrrrrrrr
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Double Hung
Amount: $7,000.00
Posted by: valencia in Manassas, Virginia, MA.Posted: September 6th, 2016 02:09PM
Number of Windows: 12Number Lineal Inches: 5
Brand: Sunrise WindowsWindow Type: 12
Installer: Energy Efficient Replacements
We found Energy Efficient Replacements located in Granger, In. They offered the Sunrise Windows. We had a previous home with Sunrise Windows and the windows were terrific. We had them replace our 12 double hung windows and also our front door.
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Andersen renewal quote outrageous
Amount: $36,000.00
Posted by: walker in El Dorado, CA.Posted: August 29th, 2016 01:08PM
Number of Windows: 13Number Lineal Inches:
Brand: AndersenWindow Type: Single
An outrageous quote that wasted my time
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Fiberglass residential replacements - Lakeside Ext are crooks
Amount: $20,894.00
Posted by: more wasted time in St Louis in OFallon, MO.Posted: July 24th, 2016 11:07AM
Number of Windows: 15Number Lineal Inches:
Brand: BeechworthWindow Type: Double Hung
Installer: Lakeside Ext.
Would not touch Lakeside with a 10 ft. pole. Mark-up to mark-down gamers. Average $1400/ window AFTER 25% discount. Windows dipped in gold? Maybe Lakeside owner's car or house...or both.
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Double hung windows
Amount: $7,986.00
Posted by: Lori C. in Cedar Park, TX.Posted: June 8th, 2016 12:06PM
Number of Windows: 10Number Lineal Inches:
Brand: LEI Home EnhancementaWindow Type: 9 Double hung & 1 picture
Installer: LEI contractor
Installed yesterday. Love the windows. They even have a tint. Took about 8 hours for 2 guys. Lifetime warranty and 0% interest financing for 5 years too! I would do it again.
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replacement windows
Amount: $59,790.00
Posted by: Johnny D. in Greensboro, NC.Posted: April 11th, 2016 08:04PM
Number of Windows: 41Number Lineal Inches:
Brand: Renewal by AndersonWindow Type: Double hung
Renewal by Anderson had a buy one get one sale. The price came out $1458 per window on the BOGO. So, the full price is $2916.00 per window.....
Still looking.
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Window Works Naperville
Amount: $9,400.00
Posted by: Sharon Ganzer in Naperville, IL.Posted: March 3rd, 2016 02:03PM
Installer: Chris
We bought new windows and an entry door in January. The 3 man crew just finished installing everything in one day. Very impressed. Everything that was promised is exactly what happened. A+ job
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Replacement Windows for our 50's ranch house
Amount: $7,800.00
Posted by: Anthony Galzarano in Philadelphia, PA.Posted: January 12th, 2016 06:01AM
Number of Windows: 15Number Lineal Inches:
Brand: TrustGuardWindow Type: 14 Double Hung, 1 Casement
Installer: Oregon Windows
Company has been around since 1957. Installers were very efficient. All windows in and trimmed with clean-up in 4 hours. Windows are double panes, Argon gas, ufactor 0.31, Solar Heat Gain Coefficient 0.30, visible transmittance 0.54, airleakage 0.3 according to the NFRC
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Pella Windows
Amount: $9,613.00
Posted by: Lufkin in Plainfield, IL.Posted: November 18th, 2015 11:11AM
Number of Windows: 12Number Lineal Inches:
Brand: PellaWindow Type:
Installer: Pella
After a 40% installation discount national promotion.
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New replacement Pella windows from Lowe's
Amount: $10,200.00
Posted by: Andy 22 in Chandler, AZ.Posted: November 7th, 2015 10:11AM
Number of Windows: 11Number Lineal Inches:
Brand: PellaWindow Type: Casement, slider, french, vertical slide
Installer: Lowe's - Shamrock
10 windows + 1 double french door.
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Window replacement
Amount: $22,000.00
Posted by: AndreaM. in Bogota, NJ.Posted: September 1st, 2015 11:09AM
Number of Windows: 27Number Lineal Inches:
Brand: PowerWindow Type: Energy Efficientt
Installer: Power home remodeling group
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Champion Windows
Amount: $11,200.00
Posted by: Revenia Smith in Columbia, SC.Posted: July 15th, 2015 07:07AM
Number of Windows: 18Number Lineal Inches:
Brand: ChampionWindow Type: Double Hung w/grids
Installer: Champion
Terrible job. Have to replace 5 windows and one door and jamb. Will not use them again.
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Marvin replacements
Amount: $7,000.00
Posted by: a user in Knoxville, TN.Posted: July 8th, 2015 01:07PM
Number of Windows: 10Number Lineal Inches:
Brand: InfinityWindow Type:
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FELDCO in wisconsin
Amount: $11,118.00
Posted by: a user in Seymour, WI.Posted: May 13th, 2015 01:05AM
Number of Windows: 12 WindowsNumber Lineal Inches:
Brand: Window Type: Sliders and Double Hung
I own a duplex and replaced 12 windows, both front doors, and added aluminum storm doors to both sides. The windows ran about $7700. The 2 Front Doors and Storm doors $3418.
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sunrise essential replacement windows
Amount: $7,530.00
Posted by: shimroch in Rochester, NY.Posted: March 18th, 2015 03:03AM
Installer: ac
I got 8 double hung and 4 lite sliders installed with 1 slider frame builed up. Excellent windows for sure definitely recommend.
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Replacement Windows in Oklahoma
Amount: $0.00
Posted by: shocked in Oklahoma in Moore, OK.Posted: March 3rd, 2015 12:03PM
Number of Windows: 14Number Lineal Inches:
Brand: Renewal by AndersonWindow Type: double hung
I was quoted a little over $29,000 to replace 14 windows. I said thanks but no thanks.
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Windows by Murray
Amount: $9,795.00
Posted by: Scott and Kelley in Naperville, IL.Posted: February 21st, 2015 07:02PM
Number of Windows: 14Number Lineal Inches:
Brand: QuakerWindow Type: Double hungs, Picture
Installer: Tom and Stan
Great job. This company started as Murray Millwork doing a lot of high end carpentry. We decided to go with them because they offered a different installation than the regular companies. They removed the whole frame and built a whole new one. Then they put in the new window and trimmed it out with all new custom millwork from their sister company. So glad we got rid of our trim and did it the right way.
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Andersen 100 and 400 Series Home Depot....
Amount: $25,000.00
Posted by: Sunbeam79 in Dallas, TX.Posted: December 31st, 2014 04:12AM
Number of Windows: 27Number Lineal Inches: 200
Brand: AndersenWindow Type: Casement and picture
Installer: Home Depot
This project is a big one with more than half of the windows installed. Andersen appears to be a complicated company to do business with as a middle man company for Home Depot as far as the window manufacturing production of our window sizes and measurements goes. The windows seem to be what we needed for a better quality of life. It is a costly decision to make. W did get a quote and measurements from Renewal By Andesen prior to going to HD. Renewals quote was 50,000.00.
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Harvey Classic Windows
Amount: $7,340.00
Posted by: penurious_me in Nashua, NH.Posted: December 8th, 2014 10:12AM
Number of Windows: 21Number Lineal Inches:
Brand: HarveyWindow Type:
Installer: VHI Builders
I selected VHI Builders as one of the contractors to bid on my window replacement project based upon comments by Waterlili81 and am thankful for that that posting. Dave, the owner of VHI, was very helpful in our selection of a window manufacturer, model and various cost saving options. We met with him a total of 3 times before signing the contract. His work was meticulous, neat and speedy. Additionally we contracted for some new construction that involved removing exterior french doors and replacing with 2 new matching replacement windows. I have no reservations in recommending him for this type of work in our area.
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Sunrise Windows
Amount: $7,000.00
Posted by: terry shlabach in Mishawaka, IN.Posted: October 31st, 2014 07:10PM
Number of Windows: 11Number Lineal Inches:
Brand: Sunrise WindowsWindow Type: double hung
Installer: EER Windows
purchased 11 sunrise windows with grids from EER Windows in Granger, IN. The sunrise product seems to be a better choice over the local pella and Anderson dealers. Their warranties and energy ratings are much stronger.
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Bay window replacement
Amount: $5,000.00
Posted by: Kay lane in Kansas City, MO.Posted: October 21st, 2014 05:10PM
Number of Windows: 1Number Lineal Inches: 87
Brand: AndersonWindow Type: Bay
Installer: Anderson
For a bay window 87 x 57 asked for 5000 dollars .we re told 3 interest no penalty ,got paperwork ,the first 5 payments were all intreats!! Talk about feeling scammed ,so am going back in with eyes wide open!!! Any help ,would be great
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Window WORLD of Joliet and Rockford are Fabulous
Amount: $4,300.00
Posted by: JoeS in Medinah, IL.Posted: September 8th, 2014 06:09PM
Number of Windows: 3 sets of 3Number Lineal Inches:
Brand: Window WorldWindow Type: Casement and Double Hung
Installer: Ray and Crew
This is my second purchase with Window World - I bought from Rockford 10 years ago and from Joliet this year. (Same owners) They are locally owned and operated and wonderful, honest people. The windows are high quality. There's a little wait for their windows, but it was worth it. We called several others and they were very pushy, expensive and two wouldn't leave their brochures for comparison. Call them for your windows - their LIFETIME Warranty can't be beat and we've put that to the test!
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replacement window cost
Amount: $9,300.00
Posted by: c.l. in Los Angel, CA.Posted: July 29th, 2014 08:07PM
Installer: American Reliable Windows
Any one comment on if it is reasonable to pay $9,300 dollars (include installation n tax) to replace 13 windows with Milgard Tuscany Vinyl w D3max low e glass? 3/13 are casement windows. Others double hung. I have until Aug 1, 2014 to back out. Thanks.
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New Window Installation South Bend, IN
Amount: $10,000.00
Posted by: Thomas Barnes in South Bend, IN.Posted: July 25th, 2014 07:07PM
Number of Windows: 2Number Lineal Inches:
Brand: SunriseWindow Type: Bay
Installer: Energy Efficient Replacements of Granger
I had one of the owners (Randy) out for an estimate. He was very thorough on the project we were interested in. The knowledge of Randy and how he explained the entire process is the reason we chose to do business with Energy Efficient Replacements. Randy and his business partner Jason were out here on the day of installation and we're very hands on with the entire process. Our new bay windows are perfect.
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External Resources:
  1.  www.hometime.com/Howto/projects/window/win_8.htm
  2.  www.doityourself.com/stry/hangwindowstyles
  3.  www.bhg.com/home-improvement/windows/window-buying-guide/things-to-know-about-wind...
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  8.  www.pella.com/windows/photo-gallery/default.aspx
  9.  www.milgard.com/design-tips-and-inspiration/before-and-after/
  10.  www.andersenwindows.com/product/
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