30 Best Window Replacement Companies in Mount Washington, KY (Feb 2023)
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How Installing Energy-Efficient Windows in Mount Washington Saves You Money

Energy-efficient windows can benefit you in several ways. Here are a few reasons you may want to think about making the switch:

• Protect your valuables: Many Energy Star certified windows have low-emissivity coatings, which filter out harmful UV rays, preventing fading of your furniture, carpet and other valuables.
• Save money on power bills: After you install energy-efficient windows, you can expect a reduction in your bills by about 12% because you'll need less energy to heat or cool your house.
• Protect your investment: If your home is on the older side, your windows are most likely outdated. Upgrading your windows can improve the insulation in your home and also help increase the value of your house if you decide to sell.
• Decrease your carbon footprint: You can reduce your carbon footprint by about 12% after you install Energy Star certified windows. In Mount Washington, that's about 612 pounds per year on average.

Estimated Cost of Window Replacement in Mount Washington

Windows come in different shapes, purposes and styles, so costs and services will vary greatly depending on several factors. Below, we detail the average cost and services that you can get from window installation companies.

How Much Do New Windows Cost?

Typically, Mount Washington homeowners can expect their window replacements to range from $250 to $1,200. The most common installations sit at around $600. This is because the cost of window installations are based on several factors specific to your home, like the size, material and number of windows you need to install, as well as the location of your property.

It's also worth bearing in mind that energy-efficient windows will almost always cost more upfront, but Energy Star predicts that upgrading the windows on your Mount Washington home can mean an average energy savings of $236 to $319 per year for single-pane window replacement, or between $87 to $126 per year for double-pane windows. How much you'll save by upgrading to energy-efficient windows varies based on your local climate, energy rates and other factors unique to your home.

Something else that influences the total cost is the material you choose for your frame. Aluminum frames are generally the least pricey and are sturdy and relatively maintenance-free, but they provide poor insulation. On the other hand, wood frames cost the most, as they are aesthetically pleasing and provide decent insulation. Fiberglass and vinyl frames provide good insulation and cost somewhere between the other two.

What Services do Window Installers Offer?

The first step of a window installation is to think about whether you want a full-frame or pocket installation.

A full-frame installation is a replacement of the full window. It involves removing the old window, the windowsill, and the exterior and interior trim. It also involves other materials, like insulation and drip edges, which raise the total cost of the project. Also worth noting: you may have to touch up the paint around the window after a full-frame installation. A pocket installation involves replacing a window without replacing the frame. So, instead of taking out the whole window and rebuilding it, the contractor will just put the replacement window (also called a retrofit or insert window) into the frame.

If you're not sure which type of window installation service you should get, your installer can assist you. Typically, the decision is based on factors such as the age and condition of the home, the type of building material, budget and time restrictions.

How We Choose the Best Window Installers in Mount Washington

In our search to make your home improvements easier and more eco-friendly in Mount Washington, the EcoWatch team assessed dozens of companies before landing on these. Along with energy efficiency, we evaluated window companies all across the state and assigned rankings based on the following methodology:

Service Area

This one is self-explanatory, but we've chosen to highlight window installation companies that serve the Mount Washington area so you can find the right window installation company near you.

Work Quality

When selecting new windows, the quality and breadth of services often plays just as important of a role in insulation and performance as the brand of window you get. We do rate window installers higher if they offer high-quality products, but we also factor in workmanship as reflected in customer feedback.

Customer Reviews

We analyzed patterns in recent customer feedback to find the companies with the highest rates of customer satisfaction, weighted by sample size. Customer satisfaction may be the factor we place the most value on, as it reflects the quality of services across nearly every category, including quality of installation, warranty, cost, quality of parts, professionalism and more.

Cost

Cheaper windows don't necessarily mean better windows, but we know many of our readers try to keep costs low when possible. When analyzing the prices of providers, we gave higher points to companies with reasonable prices and accessible financing rather than "cheaper" services.

Warranty

As discussed previously, windows are a sizable investment, so you'll want to make sure that investment is well protected. Window installation companies with lengthy warranties for products, parts and installation (aka workmanship) rank higher with EcoWatch.

Years of Experience

Because of Mount Washington's climate, homeowners will want to mitigate low efficiency, rot and water damage. We factored in local experience to reflect the ability of Mount Washington window companies to prepare homes for these issues. If a company has less than 10 years of experience, it loses points in this category.