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Window replacement cost

Unit, glass, labour, trim, disposal and permit priced per window and for the whole house.

By the LocalServiceHQ editorial team
Updated Oct 29, 2026
Formulas and sources listed below
Prices checked Oct 2026
Your job
Glass
Interior trim
Your estimate
Whole-house total
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units, labour, trim, disposal and permit
Installed per window
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all-in, including labour
Typical range for this job: —
How it adds upTypical
Window unitsvinyl, aluminum or wood frame, per window
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Labour and installationpocket $200–$350 · full frame $350–$600
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Trim, flashing and wrapincludes interior trim and exterior flashing
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Disposalold windows and packaging, per job
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Permit$0–$150, varies by city
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Cost per windowtotal ÷ window count
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US window prices for October 2026: vinyl $250–$650 per unit, aluminum $280–$700, wood $420–$1,300. Triple pane adds about 25%, full-frame installation adds 18–25% over pocket replacement, and labour runs $200–$600 per window.
Ask whether the quote is pocket or full-frame replacement. The price difference is large.
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How the math works

Unit cost
Baseline
$250 to $1,300 per window by frame
Vinyl is cheapest, wood the most expensive.
Glass upgrade
Cost
triple pane ≈ +25%
Better U-value and quieter, with a long payback.
Labour
Cost
$150 to $500 per window
Pocket replacements cost less than full-frame with new trim and flashing.
Whole house
Cost
windows × installed price
Discounts appear at 8 to 15 windows on a single order.

Common starting points

Common US whole-house window jobs with vinyl double pane.

Tap a preset in the calculator above to load a typical job, then adjust the numbers to match your site.
Starting points: 6 windows, vinyl · 10 windows, vinyl · 15 windows, vinyl · 10 windows, wood · 10 windows, triple pane

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How to use the window replacement cost

Count the openings, decide the frame and glass, then compare quotes on the same installation method.

1
Count and measure
Count every opening and note whether it is a standard or custom size.
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Choose the frame
Vinyl is cheapest, fiberglass and wood cost more but can be repaired.
3
Decide pocket or full frame
Full frame replaces trim and flashing, which is right for old or leaking windows.
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Check the U-factor
Look for ENERGY STAR ratings for your climate zone, not just the brand.

Mistakes that cost homeowners money

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Comparing a pocket quote with a full-frame quote and thinking one contractor is cheaper.
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Paying for triple pane where a good double-pane window performs the same.
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Skipping flashing and trim details, which is where leaks start.
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Not checking the NFRC label for the actual U-factor and SHGC.

Window replacement cost FAQ

How much does window replacement cost?

Most homeowners pay $450 to $1,000 per window installed, so 10 windows run about $6,000 to $10,000. Vinyl double pane sits at the low end and wood or triple pane at the high end.

Labour runs $150 to $500 per window. A pocket replacement reuses the existing frame; a full-frame replacement includes new trim, flashing and sometimes framing repair.

Triple pane adds about 25 percent to the cost and improves comfort and noise more than energy savings. In mild climates the payback is usually longer than the window's life.

A crew replaces 8 to 12 windows in one day. Custom sizes and full-frame installs take longer, and lead times of four to ten weeks are normal.

Window replacement returns roughly 60 to 70 percent at resale according to Remodeling magazine, and it helps pass inspections in older homes.

Vinyl is the most common for cost and low maintenance. Wood suits historic homes, and fiberglass is durable in extreme climates.

Using the calculator defaults, 6 windows, vinyl gives Whole-house total: $4,482 and Installed per window: $747, with a typical range $2,832 to $6,132. Change the waste allowance, material or thickness to match your site.

Using the calculator defaults, 10 windows, triple pane gives Whole-house total: $8,555 and Installed per window: $856, with a typical range $5,305 to $11,805. Change the waste allowance, material or thickness to match your site.