Window replacements can seem unreasonably expensive, but windows only need to be replaced every 15-20 years on average, unless storm damage or other damage occurs. If your windows are very old, you may decide to replace them before selling to increase the home’s value and appeal to buyers. Whatever the reason you’re shopping around for window replacements, everyone wants to get a good deal. So, Fenster Components created this blog to help you understand the average wood window replacement cost, as well as window replacement alternatives that could save you money.

Average Cost of Replacing Windows and Frames

Replacing a single window costs anywhere from $600-$2,000 on average. If you’re also replacing the window frame, the style of your home’s exterior can impact the final price of the project. Brick and stucco homes may require additional labor from the installer to spend more time and care avoiding damage while replacing the window and frame. In the event the exterior is damaged, that can also add to the costs. 

The material of the window and frame can also increase the cost of replacement. For instance, to replace a wood window and frame in their entirety costs anywhere from $3,000-$13,000.

Is It Cheaper to Replace Windows All At Once?

Replacing all the windows in your house at once may lead to some cost savings on a case-by-case basis, either because you pay less per window by buying more at once, or because your contractors are able to conserve labor doing the project in one go. With that said, your house will have at least one window per bedroom and windows in the living spaces as well. Assuming something like 8-10 windows, the low end of the cheapest possible window replacement would still add up to $4,800-$6,000 to replace all the windows at once. For those with wood windows, the cost increases further! 

This is why Fenster Components is so passionate about bringing our affordable wood window repair solutions to homeowners. No one should have to break the budget to live in a comfortable and beautiful home.

What Is the Cheapest Way to Replace Windows?

The cheapest way to replace windows is just to replace the part that is broken or damaged, not the entire window. This also spares homeowners the frustration, lower property value, and continued expense that can come with replacing windows one at a time. The frame and appearance of the window will still match the others in the home, but the flaw or damage will also be addressed. We call that a win-win!

Here are some of the specific wood window replacement kits and components we sell to make life easier for homeowners:

• Casement Sashes: Our replica wood window sashes are engineered to replace many popular brands which are now obsolete, including Caradco, Malta, MW, Norco, Pozzi, and Rockwell. Our sashes fit casement, transom, and awning windows. You choose the clad color and glass performance requirement, and we’ll include the weatherstripping and improved engineering over the original components.
• Double Hung Replacement Kits: Our Quicksash kit is a universal upper/lower sash set that works great as an alternative to fully replacing a wood window. These kits are not replicas but do fit with a wide range of the most popular wood window brands including Caradco, Malta, MW, and Rockwell.  
• Jambliners: Jambliners are the strip inside the window frame that provide a snug fit while allowing the window to open and shut. Replacing these tracks can fix a window that isn’t opening properly without requiring a brand-new window. Our replacement wood window jambliners take the guesswork out of the project and include all the hardware you need.
• Sash Rebuild Kits: Our sash rebuild kits are ideal for situations where a window sash has rotted but the non-wood components of a casement window are in great shape.

 Save Money on Window Replacements with Fenster Components

There have been hundreds of wood window makes and models created over the last 40+ years. The needs of every home and homeowner where these modern wood windows are installed are unique. But,  Fenster Components has made it our business to deliver products that will satisfy as many as possible. While homeowners without window experience may need to get a professional involved to help order and install our kits, the end result is still likely to be significantly cheaper than a full-on window replacement.

If you’re interested in what goes into installing a kit, or how much they cost, visit our featured products page to learn more about each one.