Average Cost Of Replacement Windows



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Average Cost Of Replacement Windows

The average cost of replacement windows depends on a multitude of factors. We will go through the main window materials and provide costs for the most commom replacement windows, as well as provide specific window models and series and a fair installed price for each.


Cost Of Vinyl Windows

Let's start out with vinyl because it is the most popular material by far. There are a lot of low budget manufacturers out there that make a low end vinyl window which should cost around $150 to $200 for the window itself and $50 to $75 for the installation. These typically aren't a good long term investment because the manufacturers cut corners in the production and after 4 or 5 years they are leaking air due to seal failure, improper glazing and overall design flaws such as a snap in sill. Most homeowners should opt for a nice mid range window from a good manufacturer.

Most premium or high end vinyl windows will use the same frame (often a better and stronger extrusion than the entry level products) and add a better low-e glass option, upgraded features like a reinforced sash and perhaps nicer looking hardware. A good mid range normal sized vinyl window with standard installation should run you $450 give or take $50. A high end vinyl window should run you $550 give or take $50. Here are twelve solid vinyl manufacturers - arranged in alphabetical order.

Quality Manufacturers
Amerimax
Anlin
Energex (Affinity)
Great Lakes
Gorell
HiMark
Milgard
Okna
PGT
Ply Gem
Soft-Lite
Sunrise

Installed Price: $250 to $660 (standard sized double hung)


Cost Of Fiberglass Windows

Fiberglass is not the most common window material, but it is a strong and resilient frame choice that looks nice and is a nice long term option. It is more expensive than vinyl and many models look very similar to their vinyl counterparts. Fiberglass can be painted, unlike vinyl, which is a plus for some homeowners. These windows probably offer a bit better energy efficiency than vinyl, although there is always debate amongst industry experts on this point. We never recommend entry level products, mainly because they don't offer the same long term value as mid grade or premium products. Here are some of the top fiberglass window companies - arranged in alphabetical order.

Quality Manufacturers
Andersen
Marvin
Milgard
Inline

Installed Price: $400 to $800 (standard sized double hung)


Cost Of Aluminum Windows

Aluminum frames are a bit of a mixed bag - they are the most commonly used frame for commercial buildings, but are one of the least used materials for residential. Some contractors really like thermally broken aluminum windows, especially for very hot climates (they really shouldn't be used in cold climates). They are extremely strong and durable and cost about the same as fiberglass windows. The downside is that they are the least energy efficient window frame on the market (although the thermally broken element has made them much more efficient than older models). Here are some top aluminum window companies - arranged in alphabetical order.

Quality Manufacturers
Milgard
Don Young Windows
Jeld Wen (Premium Atlantic Series)
PGT

Installed Price: $400 to $800 (standard sized double hung)


Cost Of Wood Windows

Wood clad windows are the most expensive options on the market and also require periodic maintenance. They are, however, bar none the nicest looking windows on the market. Most wood clad models today have an exterior cladding of vinyl, fiberglass or aluminum to protect the outside. The inside is whatever wood species a particular manufacturer prefers to use. The bottom line on wood clad windows is unless you can't live without the beauty of wood windows, you should probably skip them in favor of a less expensive and less hassle frame option. Here are some top wood window producers - arranged in alphabetical order.

Quality Manufacturers
Andersen
Kolbe
Loewen
Marvin
Pella

Installed Price: $600 to $900 (standard sized double hung)