10 Best Window Companies in Hereford, TX (2024 Reviews)

How Installing Energy-Efficient Windows in Hereford Saves You Money

Energy-efficient windows can benefit you in more than one way. Here are some reasons you may want to consider making the switch:

• Save on power bills: The Department of Energy estimates that heat gained or lost through windows accounts for around 25-30% of residential energy use. Switching to energy-efficient windows can help lower that amount, which helps you save more on your bills.
• Reduce your carbon footprint: Because energy-efficient windows improve the insulation in your house, you can reduce your carbon footprint by about 12%, according to Energy Star.
• Protect your valuables: Many Energy Star certified windows have low-emissivity coatings, which filter out damaging UV rays, preventing fading of your furniture, carpet and other valuables.
• Protect your investment: The older your home is, the more likely you are to benefit from switching to energy-efficient windows. Older homes usually have windows that are outdated, leaky or potentially even damaged in some way. Updating your windows could help raise the value of your property if you decide to sell.

Estimated Cost of Window Replacement in Hereford

Windows come in all shapes and sizes, so costs and services will differ tremendously. Here are the typical costs and services that you’ll find from window installers.

How Much Do New Windows Cost?

Generally, Hereford homeowners can anticipate their window installations to range from $250 to $1,200. The most common installations sit at approximately $600. These amounts vary based on specific characteristics of your installation, including number of windows, the location of your home, type, material, size and more.

With windows, efficiency is the most important factor for many homeowners. High efficiency windows may cost more initially, but by increasing the efficiency of your home — especially if you live in a hot climate — they can provide many years of energy savings. According to Energy Star, buying certified energy-efficient windows can save Hereford homeowners $420+ per year after replacing single-pane windows.

Costs will also vary depending on the material of your frame. Aluminum frames have the lowest price. They’re sturdy, light and easy to maintain, but offer poor insulation. Vinyl frames are somewhat expensive and offer good insulation. Composite frames made from wood fibers encased in plastic also provide good insulation and are moderately expensive. Wood frames are the most expensive and are the most in-demand. They’re also aesthetically pleasing and provide decent insulation for your home.

What Services do Window Installers Offer?

Generally, there are two types of window installation services you can get: full-frame and pocket installations.

Full-frame installations are necessary when you want a new style or your window has significant deterioration. With this service, your installers will replace the entire window, including the trim, frame and sill. Pocket installations (or retrofits) entail replacing a window within its existing frame, which makes pocket installations take less time and therefore cost less. But, if the frame has any rot or deterioration, you will likely need a full-frame installation instead.

Your window replacement company will be able to help you figure out what’s best for your needs. In Hereford, the decision will mostly be based on how old your windows are and if there’s any damage. Wood can decay if not properly maintained over the years, so it’s good to have a professional assess your frames and window sills.

How We Choose the Best Window Installers in Hereford

EcoWatch differs from most reviewers because we assess these companies through a sustainability lens. Along with energy efficiency, we reviewed several window installers in Hereford 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 Hereford so you can find a quality window installation company near you.

Work Quality

We’re willing to bet that you’re not looking for a company to do a shoddy job installing windows. We’ve vetted each company on this list to ensure its contractors are well-qualified and that the company has received plenty of positive customer feedback to vouch for its service.

Customer Reviews

We analyzed patterns in recent customer feedback to find the companies with the highest rates of customer satisfaction. Customer satisfaction might be the most important factor, as it indicates the quality of services across most other categories, including quality of installation, warranty, quality of parts, cost, 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 scores to companies with reasonable prices and accessible financing rather than “cheaper” services.

Warranty

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

Years of Experience

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