On average, window installation cost accounts for 35% of the total cost of replacement windows. There are numerous kinds of installation, including pocket or insert, standard, full frame, historic home, do it yourself and new construction installation.
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Window Installation Cost
When it comes to window installation, there are varying levels. We aren’t going to go into a ton of detail as to what is involved in each, but instead will concentrate on listing industry standard pricing. Window installation cost will vary by project, which is why it is so important to get multiple replacement estimates in order to compare how the contractors are bidding them out.
Do-It-Yourself Installation
On average, expect to pay $50 for each of the windows. This cost is typically split between materials and tools.
$50 per opening
Insert Or Pocket Replacement
On average, pocket inserts cost $75 to $150 for each of the windows. Pocket installation is when the existing window is cut out of the frame and a replacement window is inserted directly into the opening.
$125 per opening
Standard Replacement
On average, expect to pay $150 to $250 for each of the windows.
$200 per opening
$125 per opening
Historic Home Replacement
On average, expect to pay $250 to $400 for each of the windows.
$300 per opening
Full Frame Replacement
On average, expect to pay a contractor $250 to $500 per opening. Full frame replacement is a somewhat complex process that tears the window down to the rough opening and then builds in the frame and inserts the window and properly seals and secures it in place.
$400 per opening
New Construction Installation
These are general installation cost for several popular states. $250 to $450 per opening.
$350 per opening
Questions To Ask For DIYers
What is your handyman experience? (replacement windows installation is a moderate to difficult home improvement project)Do you have experience with the necessary steps? Do you have experience with window frame issues should they arise; rotten wood, frame warping, mold, termites, etc.? Do you have the more expensive tools/equipment, such as a power saw, to keep your costs down?
