How Much Does Window Replacement Cost In 2024?

Windows come in many different materials, including vinyl, wood, fiberglass and aluminum. These materials can significantly affect the cost to replace your windows.

Aluminum

Aluminum windows are typically the most affordable, usually costing between $300 and $800 to replace. They’re also durable and low maintenance, but they’re not as energy efficient as many other window materials, particularly if they don’t have an insulated barrier inside the frame.

Vinyl

Vinyl windows usually cost between $300 and $900 to replace. They’re more energy efficient than aluminum windows, and they’re quite durable and long-lasting. They also come in many different styles, including styles that look similar to wood but cost much less than solid wood windows.

Wood

Wood window replacements typically cost between $700 and $1,800 per window. They’re popular for their classic, customizable appearance, and they’re often found in luxury and historic homes. However, they require more maintenance than other window materials.

Composite

Replacing composite windows usually costs between $600 and $1,500. These windows combine wood with polyvinyl chloride polymers or aluminum. They look similar to solid wood but cost less, and they’re relatively durable and energy efficient.

Fiberglass

Fiberglass windows cost between $700 and $1,400 to replace. They’re highly insulating, weather resistant and low maintenance. They’re also fairly energy efficient and can mimic the appearance of other materials.

Window replacement prices also vary quite a bit depending on their size and type.

Picture

Picture windows usually cost between $500 and $1,300 to replace. They’re paneless windows that are ideal for maximizing a great view, and they’re often installed from the floor to the ceiling.

Single-Hung

Single-hung windows are among the most affordable windows to replace, ranging from $200 to $600. They comprise two sashes, aka two primary panels, with a fixed upper sash and a lower sash that’s movable and allows the window to open.

Double-Hung

Double-hung windows cost between $400 and $1,000 to replace. They’re similar to single-hung windows only both sashes are moveable rather than just the lower sash of single-hung windows. They’re one of the most common window types you’ll find in a home.

Casement

You can expect to pay between $600 and $1,200 to replace casement windows. These windows feature hinges on one side like a door and open outward via a handle or a crank. They’re usually solid glass, offering unobstructed views of the outside.

Sliding

Sliding glass windows can cost anywhere from $250 to $1,800 to replace depending on their size, style and materials. They’re similar to sliding glass doors in that they sit on a track and are opened from the left or right without encroaching on square footage.

Skylight

Skylights usually cost between $800 and $2,500 to replace, but the skylight’s size and location in the home can significantly affect how much you’ll pay. They’re a great way to brighten up any room with natural light.

Storm

Storm windows are some of the cheapest to replace, costing between $150 and $500. They’re typically secondary windows that are installed in front of or behind primary windows. These windows can help protect against weather damage while boosting the main window’s energy efficiency.

Bay

Bay window replacements cost between $1,800 and $4,000. They’re more expensive than many other window types because they protrude from the home’s exterior to form an alcove, or bay, so their installations are more complex.

Egress

You can pay anywhere from $700 to $4,000 to replace egress windows depending on their size and materials. These windows are designed to be large enough for a person to enter or exit the home in case of an emergency.

Hopper

Hopper windows cost between $200 and $700 to replace. Typically found in basements and bathrooms, hopper windows are often used to add ventilation to humid spaces. They open by tilting downward from a hinged base.

Jalousie

Also known as louvered windows, jalousie windows range from $175 to $500 to replace. They feature parallel glass or acrylic slats that open and close similar to blinds. Like hopper windows, they’re often used to add ventilation to a room.

If you’re considering replacing all of your home’s windows, you can use the following figures to create a rough budget for the project. Remember, that your unique price range will vary depending on many different factors.

Replacing 25 windows is likely to cost between $18,000 and $20,000. However, this price range varies significantly depending on the windows’ sizes, shapes, styles and materials.

Cost by Energy Efficiency and Glass Type

The more panes your window has, the more you can expect to pay since multi-pane glass requires more materials than single-pane glass. If you opt for additional efficiency and insulation by way of low-emissivity (low-e) coatings or argon gas fills, you should budget for an additional few hundred dollars.

Several main factors affect the cost to replace your windows, including the window’s size, material and style.

Window Size and Material

Larger windows cost more to replace than smaller windows due to the added materials and weight. And certain materials cost more than others. For instance, wood windows usually cost much more to replace than aluminum or vinyl windows.

Window Style

Windows come in many different styles, ranging from decorative bay windows to functional storm and egress windows. The style of your windows will greatly impact how much you’ll pay to replace them.

Window Location

If your window is in a hard-to-reach location, such as the ceiling like in the case of skylight, then you can expect to pay more than you would if the window was easily accessible since it will take your pro longer to replace the window. These tough-to-reach windows might also require additional tools or equipment.

Home Size

Generally, larger homes have more windows, so if you’re considering replacing all of the windows on your home, the bigger your home, the more you can expect to pay.

Labor

If you’re hiring a pro to replace your windows, you should factor in labor costs. Labor usually accounts for around 15% of the window replacement cost or around $100 to $400 per window.

There are several other potential cost factors that you should consider to properly budget for a window replacement.

• Emergency replacements: If your windows were damaged during a storm or other unexpected event and you need them replaced in a hurry or outside of normal business hours, you might need to pay an additional emergency fee.
• Exterior finishing: Sometimes window replacements require updated trim or paint, which can increase your costs.
• Interior touch-ups: After a window replacement, you might need to patch or repaint certain areas of your interior if they were damaged during the replacement, driving up costs.
• Window disposal: If you want your pro to dispose of your existing windows, expect to pay around $50 to $100 in disposal fees.
• Historic home considerations: Some historic homes require certain window styles and materials, which can limit your choices and potentially increase costs.
• Structural changes: If you need to change the structure of your home during the replacement—for instance, if you’re adding a bigger window than your existing window—then you should budget for the additional construction required to accommodate the new size.

There are several signs that indicate it’s probably time to replace your windows, including:

• Noticeable drafts in the room
• Sudden increases in your energy bills
• Persistent fog or condensation between panes
• Warped, broken, damaged or rotted frames
• Loud exterior noises
• Difficulty opening and closing the windows
• Faded interior furniture, which can indicate that your windows aren’t providing UV protection

You can save about 15% of the cost of a window replacement if you decide to replace the windows yourself. However, window replacements can be tricky, especially if the windows are very large, high, heavy, irregularly shaped or in hard-to-reach areas. So unless you feel very comfortable performing a window replacement, it’s typically best to hire a professional for this job.

There are several ways to save money on a window replacement, including:

• Getting quotes from multiple professionals to find the best price
• Opting for standard sizes
• Choosing vinyl or aluminum frames
• Replacing windows during off-peak seasons, like winter
• Taking advantage of any tax credits or rebates for improving your home’s energy efficiency

To arrive at the average costs in this article, editorial team members surveyed a range of six providers on national and local levels. All averaged figures were correct at the time of publication and may be subject to change.