Frequently Asked Questions
How to Measure Windows & Doors
Measuring your windows and doors is very easy to do.
Use a measuring-tape to measure the width and height of each window or door you’d like to replace. Make sure you are measuring from the frame or jambs as indicated in the following photos.
Installation Process
We kindly request you wear a mask as well when standing within 6 ft of our team members, either inside or outside your home, during both the re-measure appointment and on the day of installation.
Our team members sanitize their hands regularly throughout the day and are instructed to only touch what they need to for the installation.
You will need to remove and reinstall your window treatments. Keep in mind, many window blinds, shades, and curtains may not fit properly after the installation of new windows. Additionally, if the treatments are in poor condition, they may come apart during the removal process which could prevent them from being reinstalled.
*Given your window treatments are in good condition and do fit properly after the installation, we can usually (but not always) help reinstall them for you at a cost of $20 per blind/shade/curtain.
Window & Door Performance Specs
General FAQs
Factory-applied color coatings and decorative finishes are warranted for a limited period of ten (10) years. Delivery lead times for all factory-applied coatings is 10 to 12 weeks.
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Commonly Asked Window Replacement Questions
Retrofit window installations are almost always the preferred choice by homeowners and window installation companies because the original moisture barrier (flashing) is preserved and installations can be made with no damage to surrounding drywall and stucco (or siding, brick, etc.). Because new-construction installations require surrounding interior and exterior surfaces to be repaired and re-painted after installation, the cost far exceeds that of retrofit installations.
Custom-made (retrofit) replacement windows are more expensive than stock size windows but are significantly superior in quality. Retrofit windows vary in price based on style, size, frame extrusion, and manufacturer. The most expensive styles are casement windows because they require the most hardware for operation. Similarly, double-sliders and double-hung windows are more expensive than their single counterparts because they require more hardware to operate.
The price for a 5’ x 4’ window (without installation) varies from as low as $2500 for a cheap aluminum stock size window with a single pane to as high as $3,000+ for a dual paned retrofit wood window clad with a metal exterior. On average, a feature-rich dual paned vinyl window ranges from $500 to $1,500 (without installation) depending on the number of features, style, and manufacturer.
The cost of retrofit window installations usually varies based on the skill level (pay grade) of the window installer, the size and weight of the window/s being installed, and the complexity of the installation project. As such, the cost of new windows for the home, including installation for a 5’ x 4’ window varies from $750 – $1,750. Best results are achieved when using experienced carpenter-level window installers.
Another way to drive down the cost of new windows for your home is to choose a super energy-efficient window. While your up-front costs for the windows are not reduced, the savings on your energy bills could be significant, especially if you are replacing very old windows in your home.
Lastly, you can reduce the initial purchase price of your new windows with no-interest, no down payment financing. Many homeowners choose to finance their replacement window projects so they can make easy, spaced-out payments to pay off the project without ever incurring charges from interest.
In general, it’s best to replace all the windows in your home at once so you can immediately reap all of the benefits of energy savings without having any locations in your home where windows are less efficient. If you live in an area of the country where hurricanes or other major storms are a factor, it would be recommended for all the windows in your home to be replaced with impact windows. One weak opening could allow for damage to occur to the rest of the home.
If you’re on a tight budget for your replacement window project you can replace a few windows at a time.
Yes, new windows can significantly enhance your home’s security if they have features like 3/16 Tempered Glass, Interlocking Sashes and Auto Locks