Average Cost to Replace Windows

Find the Average Window Replacement Cost in Your Area

The national average cost to replace windows is $21,264 according to the 2024 Cost vs. Value Report, an annual report issued by home improvement industry analysts. This figure is based on replacing 10 double-hung windows (approximately 3×5 feet in size) with insulated vinyl replacement windows featuring low-E glass, window grids, and a custom-color exterior finish. This average cost, which includes labor, is up 5.8% from 2023, and up 26.5% from 2019. The average cost recouped is 67.1% nationally, down slightly from 68.5% the year before.

Wondering about wood window replacement costs? In general, wood windows cost 15-20% more than vinyl windows and come with hidden costs that increase your window expenses over the life of the windows.

Read More: Product Comparison: Wood vs. Vinyl Windows

Average Window Replacement Prices in ohio, Kentucky, And Tennessee

If you live in the Ohio, Kentucky, or Tennessee area, there’s good news for window replacement prices this year: The Cost vs. Value report says customers in Improveit’s service area can expect to pay slightly less for window replacement costs compared to the national average. More Cost vs. Value details are outlined in the table below.

Window Replacement Costs

How to Read This Table

Project Cost: This number indicates the average cost to replace windows in your metro area.

Cost Recouped: This is average return on investment (ROI) for window replacement when you sell a home in that metro area. Multiply your project cost by this percentage to find your project’s resale value dollar amount.

Example: Using the national average numbers, a $21,264 window replacement project has a cost recouped value of 67.1% or $14,268. With that knowledge, a homeowner could add $14,268 to the sale price of their home when it’s time to move.

REMEMBER:

These numbers are averages only. Actual project costs and ROI differ by market and depend on several factors. Cost vs. Value numbers do not account for:

Window shapes and sizes outside of standard double-hung windows.
Promotions, discounts or financing available at the time of purchase.
The cost savings from lower energy bills as a benefit of energy-efficient window replacement.
The value of a lifetime warranty that covers the cost of repair or replacement for as long as your home is standing.
The added value of a transferable warranty that can make your home more desirable when selling.
The importance of updating your home for your family’s needs rather than for a future homeowner.

Determining Whole House Window Replacement Cost for Improveit Customers

Window replacement prices will vary by market, by home, and by each homeowner’s personal preferences. Improveit design consultants take several details into account, including:

Number of windows being replaced
Window sizes and styles
Specialty windows like bays and bows

Decorative grid options
Custom color selections
Other details like property access and special equipment needs

To make sure you have a worry-free remodeling experience our trained Improveit design consultants will go through all of these details and more! during your in-home appointment.

How Can I Lower My Window Replacement Costs?

Window replacement can be a big expense, but there are plenty of ways to maximize the value of your investment.

Don’t Hesitate. The average cost to replace windows is likely to increase again in the coming years, so starting your project sooner is the easiest way to save money. Improveit offers down-to-the-penny quotes that are good for a full year! Schedule an appointment today to protect your investment against price increases into 2026.
Capitalize on Energy Efficiency. Installing energy-efficient replacement windows helps maximize your investment by lowering your home’s energy bills. Savings will differ by home, and many Improveit customers say they notice a difference in their home comfort and their energy bills right away.
Invest in Quality. Choosing value-priced windows may seem like a smart cost-saving measure, but could cost you more down the road. Lower-quality, builder-grade windows aren’t built to last the way Performax54 windows are. Cheaper windows will fail sooner and must be replaced again, costing you more in the long run (especially if you don’t have a warranty).
Choose the Best Warranty. Taking advantage of Improveit’s unbeatable warranty will also save you from having to buy windows ever again! Our lifetime, transferrable warranty covers labor and materials, as well as broken glass and broken seals, which many companies don’t cover. Our warranty can also be transferred to new owners, adding value to the sale of your home.
Take Advantage of Financing. The right financing can help window replacement fit comfortably into your everyday budget. An Improveit design consultant can discuss numerous available options fit your needs.