Double-Hung Window Price?

[Darren Chang]

Hi, just got quotes on replacing 7 double-hung windows in Queens, NY. Not sure if the price is reasonable. Would really appreciate any advice.

The quote is from WindowRama for total (7) windows, among which

(5) windows: 5'-5" (H) x 2'-6"

(1) window: 3'-5" (H) x 1'-8"

(1) triple unit: 5'-3" (H) x 7'-8"

 There are five product options, the price includes material and labor:

MARVIN ULTIMATE CLAD – ALUMINUM EXTERIORS & WOOD INTERIORS TOTAL: $17,550

MARVIN INTEGRITY – FIBERGLASS EXTERIORS & INTERIORS TOTAL: $11,760

ANDERSEN E-SERIES – ALUMINUM EXTERIORS & WOOD INTERIORS TOTAL: $13,150

ANDERSEN 100 SERIES – FIBERGLASS EXTERIORS & INTERIORS TOTAL: $9,270

UNITED 8000 SERIES – VINYL EXTERIORS & INTERIORS TOTAL: $9,840

More detials:

Supply & install new windows throughout 6th floor apartment. Windows to be DOUBLE HUNG w/ BROWN / BRONZE exteriors & WHITE interiors. Glass to be Low-E insulated with argon gas fill. Windows to be installed from the INTERIOR using the existing exterior aluminum trim. Due to the height of the building installation is from the interior. New PRIMED interior stop moldings to be installed as needed. Existing exterior trims to be sealed from the interior as best as possible. 2 YEAR WARRANTY ON ALL WORKMANSHIP. 

[Alex Furini]

Darren,

As Im sure you are aware now, manufacturers can have very different price points. I'm assuming based upon the warranty these prices are for material and installation. When I have replaced windows previously, I purchased the windows direct from the manufacturer and hired the labor to install. This came out much cheaper than the quotes you indicated, but requires you have a good handyman/installer on hand. Note, this will not provide the warranty. I did not use any of the manufacturers you list, but there are others out there with lower price points and good quality. Best option is to get multiple quotes and level them against each other.  

Best of Luck,

Alex Furini, RA