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Home Window Replacement: Everything You Need to Know

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Is it time for home window replacement? If you have a broken or damaged window in your home, it’s time to learn what you can do about it. If not, it’s good to be prepared for the future, because replacing a window is a situation bound to happen at some point.

With that in mind, we’ve prepared this article that will answer all the important questions you might have about home window replacement.

Can I replace a window myself?

As with anything in life, yes, you can. However, the real question is, should you do it. In our opinion, you should always get professional help with such important projects. If you don’t do it right, you’re bound to have problems with drafts, heating, and a lot more. If you’ve never attempted to do this before, you may make a mistake without knowing. 

Need a full-frame replacement? Avoid doing it on your own. However, if you need an insert replacement window, and you’re skilled at such manual work, then you can try it on your own. That’s because insert replacement windows let you keep the existing window frame and trim, so you don’t have much to do except to set the replacement window.

What are the best replacement windows for homes?

Unfortunately, there is never one single or even a few best windows that you can use. The best window for you depends on several things.

  1. You need to choose the style. In our opinion, the best ones are traditional double-hung windows that most homes have and casement windows.
  2. When you pick the style, you have to choose the frame material. You have three options here: wood, vinyl, and fiberglass. Wood is usually the best choice, but vinyl is also great. 
  3. Now you need to choose the extra features. However, these rarely affect performance, so you don’t need any of them if you’re on a budget. 
  4. Make sure the window you choose has the standard energy-saving features: U-factor should be between 0.2 and 1.2; Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) from 0 to 1; Visible Light Transmittance (VT) from 0 to 1.

In the end, remember that none of this will matter if you don’t have a true professional to install the window.

What is the average cost to replace windows in a home?

The average cost today usually falls in the range of $300 to $1,000 per window. For standard 3-bedroom homes, the cost of replacing all windows is generally between $3,000 and $10,000.

How much does home window replacement cost?

Naturally, it depends on the window and the company doing the installation. However, the price usually falls between $3,000 and $8,500, and this includes the cost of the windows and the labor.

Takeaway

All in all, with the right professional help, you can replace any window in your home. All you need to do is choose the type you want and hire the right company. We at 1-800-HANSONS specialize in window replacement, so give us a call any time for a free estimate on your window needs.

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