Double-Hung Windows in Meridian, ID
We measure, supply and fit double-hung replacement windows in homes across Meridian, Idaho.
- Quotes in writing
- 16 areas covered
Meridian Window Pros fits double-hung windows in homes across Meridian. We measure each opening and make the new window to fit it.
ENERGY STAR calls a double-hung window a vertical slider, and says it is the most common style in the Eastern U.S. On the double-hung windows we fit, both the top and the bottom of the window slide up and down.
Where we fit double-hung windows
We fit double-hung windows in bedrooms, living rooms and upstairs rooms, where you want air in from the top or the bottom. We also use them next to a patio or a walkway, because they open inside the frame and nothing swings out into the path.
If an opening is wide and short, we may suggest sliding windows instead. Over a kitchen sink, where you can't reach far, we often fit casement windows that open with a crank.
We fit double-hung windows with vinyl frames and with fiberglass frames.
Glass for Meridian's cold nights and hot afternoons
Your quote from us lists two numbers for every window.
The first rating, the U-factor, tells you how fast heat passes through a window. The lower the U-factor, the less heat gets through, so you want it low.
The solar heat gain coefficient, or SHGC, is a rating for how much of the sun's heat gets through the glass. The lower the number, the less heat comes in.
The National Weather Service office in Boise calls the Treasure Valley a high desert, where nights cool down fast and days heat up fast. For the Northern part of the U.S., ENERGY STAR recommends windows with a U-factor of 0.22 or less. ENERGY STAR's advice for colder climates is a low U-factor and a higher SHGC on a south wall, a low SHGC or shade on east and west walls, and the lowest U-factor you can afford on north walls. So we pick the glass for each wall of the house, not one type for every window.
What double-hung windows cost
ENERGY STAR bases its price guide on a double-hung window. Its example is a simple, energy-efficient one that measures 3 feet by 5 feet, with a good installation included.
| Double-hung window, 3 ft. by 5 ft., installed | Price per window (ENERGY STAR) |
|---|---|
| Simple and energy-efficient | From about $400 |
| Same window with premium options | About $1,600 or more |
ENERGY STAR lists the premium options as specialty wood finishes, historically accurate designs, laminated glass for impact resistance and extra-strength frames.
We price double-hung windows for your house once we've measured, and you get that quote in writing.
Older homes and lead paint
If your home was built before 1978, ENERGY STAR says the installer will likely have to take precautions because of possible lead paint. Under the EPA's lead paint rule for renovations, window replacement in those homes is always covered, and the firm doing the work must be certified.
What to get in writing
Ask for these in writing, whoever you hire:
- The exact U-factor and SHGC of each window, written into the contract.
- A line saying the windows are ENERGY STAR certified for where you live.
- The product warranty and the installation warranty. ENERGY STAR says a decent product warranty should be at least 10 years, and preferably 20 years or lifetime. It says installation warranties are typically less than 5 years.
On the day we fit them
ENERGY STAR says the installer should keep each window's NFRC label, which it calls basically a big sticker, for you, so you have an exact record of what went in, and we hand those labels over.
Before we leave, open and close every new window with us. ENERGY STAR says to check that no window is twisted or set in unevenly, and that a window that slides up and down should slide easily.
Questions about double-hung windows in Meridian
How is a double-hung window different from a single-hung one?
On the single-hung windows we fit, only the bottom slides. Both parts of our double-hung windows also lean in toward the room, so you can clean the outside glass from inside. We can price both for you.
Can I get double-hung windows with grids?
Yes, we can fit grids. ENERGY STAR says grids today often come between the glass, which makes the windows much easier to clean.
Is it worth replacing old single-pane windows?
ENERGY STAR calls single-pane windows, the ones with only one layer of glass, poor performers. It says they usually have no coating to block the sun's heat in summer, so they push up air conditioning costs.
Will new double-hung windows cut my energy bill?
ENERGY STAR says upgrading to ENERGY STAR certified windows lowers household energy bills by an average of 12%.
How long does it take to get new double-hung windows?
ENERGY STAR says it is typical for high-performance windows to take 6 to 8 weeks, or even 12 weeks, to arrive after ordering, because each one is made to order. We give you a date when you order.
Should I replace all my windows at once?
You don't have to. ENERGY STAR says that to get the best price per window, it helps to plan to buy at least 10 windows to reduce installation costs. If you only need one, we'll still fit it.
Do I need a permit for double-hung windows in Meridian?
The City of Meridian's handout on residential projects lists window size changes among the jobs that need a permit. We tell you before we start if your job changes any opening.
Get a quote for double-hung windows
Call us, or send the quote form with your ZIP code and how many windows you need. We'll measure, go through frame and glass options with you, and give you a written quote. To see the other windows we fit, go to the Meridian Window Pros home page.
Ready to talk about your window job?
Send the quote form with your ZIP code and what you need. We will get back to you with a written quote.