What does window replacement cost?
$450 – $1,200 per window installed for standard vinyl replacement — about $4,500 – $12,000 for a typical 10-window home.
Wood, fiberglass, and oversized or specialty shapes run $1,200–$2,800+ per window. Most homes don't need every window done at once — pros will prioritize the worst ones.
Cost breakdown
| Job | Typical cost | Worth knowing |
|---|---|---|
| Vinyl double-hung, installed | $450 – $1,200 / window | The workhorse — right choice for most homes |
| Vinyl sliding / casement | $500 – $1,400 / window | Slightly more hardware, slightly more cost |
| Fiberglass, installed | $900 – $2,000 / window | Stronger frames, better in extreme climates |
| Wood / clad wood, installed | $1,200 – $2,800 / window | Best looks, most maintenance, historic homes |
| Bay / bow / specialty | $2,000 – $6,000+ | Structural work involved — get itemized quotes |
Preview figures — production pricing will be regionalized from per-market research.
What moves your price
Full-frame vs. insert
Insert replacements (keeping the existing frame) cost 20–35% less. Full-frame is required if there's rot or water damage.
Floor height
Second-story windows add ladder or scaffold labor on every unit.
How many at once
Per-window price drops meaningfully on whole-home jobs — installers price the trip, not just the window.
Glass package
Low-E double pane is standard now. Triple pane adds $100–$300 per window and mostly pays off in cold climates.
Want the exact number for your house?
A local window pro can look at your exact situation and quote it — free, no obligation, and your info goes to one pro, not a call list.