How Long Window Replacement Takes From Measurement to Cleanup
The answer comes in two parts. The installation itself is usually the short part: Andersen says a full-frame replacement window on the ground floor typically takes 4 to 6 hours, and Marvin says a professional crew can typically complete several insert replacements in a single day. The weeks you’ll wait are mostly spent before anyone […]
The Window Installation Process Step by Step
A professional window installation follows the same basic path on most homes: measure, order, prepare the house, remove the old window, prepare the opening, set and fasten the new unit, flash and seal it, insulate the gap, finish the trim and walk through the result. The details change with the method. An insert goes into […]
New Construction vs Replacement Windows and Which One Your Project Needs
The difference comes down to one strip of material: the nailing fin. A new construction window has a flange around its frame that’s nailed to the wall framing before siding and trim go on. A replacement window has no flange, so it fits into an existing opening without tearing off the outside of the house. […]