Window replacement
New windows, chosen for Colorado.
Replacement windows and patio doors for homes and small commercial buildings. Measured, supplied and professionally installed.
01 — When to replace
Six signs a window is finished.
- 01
Drafts you can feel
Air moving at the sash or the frame on a windy day.
- 02
Fog between the panes
The seal has failed and the insulating gas is gone.
- 03
Sashes that stick or drop
Balances, tracks or frames that have worn or warped.
- 04
Soft or rotted wood
Water has been getting in for longer than it looks.
- 05
Hot and cold spots
Rooms that are uncomfortable near the glass.
- 06
Street noise
Single glazing or loose sashes let the outside in.
02 — Window types
Seven ways to open a wall.
Most homes use two or three of these. We match the type to the room, the opening and how you want it to work.
Casement
Hinged at the side, cranks open. Seals tightly; catches a breeze.
Double-hung
Two sashes slide vertically. The classic for older homes.
Sliding
Panels glide sideways. Good for wide, low openings.
Picture
Fixed glass. The most light and the best seal.
Bay & bow
Projects from the wall. Adds depth, light and a seat.
Basement egress
Sized as an escape route, with a well outside.
Patio doors
Sliding or hinged glass doors to the yard or deck.
Not sure which? We decide at the measure.
Get a quote →03 — Frames & glass
What it is made of matters most.
Frame materials
- Vinyl
- Low maintenance and good thermal performance at the lowest cost. Fewer colours; moves more with temperature than other frames.
- Fiberglass
- Stable through temperature swings, paintable, with slim profiles. Costs more than vinyl.
- Wood-clad
- Warm wood inside, protected cladding outside. The choice for period homes; the interior needs care.
- Aluminum
- Slim and strong for large modern openings. Needs a thermal break to perform in cold weather.
Glass options
- Double or triple pane
- Two panes suit most Denver homes. A third adds comfort and quiet where it is worth it.
- Low-E coatings
- A microscopically thin layer that reflects heat and blocks ultraviolet light.
- Tempered glass
- Used wherever the code requires safety glazing: by doors, tubs and floors.
04 — Colorado conditions
A mile up, windows work harder.
Sun
High-altitude sun is hard on frames and on what sits behind the glass. Low-E coatings cut ultraviolet and solar heat without darkening the room.
Hail
Front Range hail is a fact of life. We talk through glass and frame choices with impact in mind.
Temperature swings
Wide day-to-night swings work seals and frames. Material choice matters more here than at sea level.
Altitude
Insulated glass sealed at low elevation is under pressure a mile up. We order units specified for the elevation of your home.
05 — Process
Five steps, one point of contact.
- Step 01
In-home measure
We measure every opening and look at the frames, sills and trim.
- Step 02
Written quote
Window by window: type, frame, glass and installation, in writing.
- Step 03
Order
Windows are made to size. The lead time is stated on the quote.
- Step 04
Installation day
Old units out, new units in, sealed, insulated and trimmed.
- Step 05
Final walkthrough
We open and lock every window with you before we call it done.
06 — Questions
Asked before every job.
How long does it take?+
Installation itself is usually a matter of days, depending on how many openings there are. Most of the wait is the order: windows are made to size, and the manufacturer’s lead time is stated on your quote.
Do I need a permit?+
It depends on your city and on whether the opening changes size. We check the rule for your address and prepare the permit when one is needed.
Full-frame or insert replacement?+
An insert fits a new window inside the existing frame; it is faster and leaves the trim alone. Full-frame removes everything down to the rough opening, which is the right choice when the old frame is rotted, out of square or badly insulated. We recommend one after the measure and say why.
What happens to the old windows?+
They are removed and hauled away. Homes built before 1978 fall under the federal lead-safe renovation rule, which is why the quote form asks the year your home was built.
07 — Window quote
Get a window quote.
Tell us about the house and what the windows are doing. We arrange a measure and follow it with a written quote, window by window.