Before
AfterGreenville, NC
Shattered window overlooking the backyard replaced
HomeCloud replaced the window with the shattered pane that overlooks the backyard.
Window repair cost
Replacing cracked glass, fixing frames, and fixing windows that stick, won't lock or won't stay open.
Recent HomeCloud projects
Real HomeCloud jobs, before and after. Click through to see more.
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Before
AfterCary, NC
Three-window unit replaced with new double-hung windows
HomeCloud replaced a rotted three-window unit with new double-hung windows.
Before
AfterAtlanta, GA
Worn patio sliding door replaced
HomeCloud replaced the worn sliding patio door onto the deck with a new unit.
Most window findings in HomeCloud evaluations are repairs, not replacements: a window that won't open or lock, a sash that won't stay up, a torn screen, damaged trim. Cracked glass is replaced on its own, without replacing the whole window.
Windows that won't open matter most in bedrooms, where a window can be the emergency way out.
Glass and frames
| Work | Most homes | Middle price | Based on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Replace a window glass pane | $680 to $3,420 | $1,400 | The 29% of homes where it was priced |
| Fix window sash, trim or frame damage | $500 to $600 | $500 | The 21% of homes where it was priced |
| Replace a cracked window | $320 to $900 | $680 | The 10% of homes where it was priced |
What HomeCloud reports priced this fix at in homes we evaluated Sep 2025 to Oct 2026. The range is the middle half of homes; the middle price is the median. Your price comes from a written estimate for your home.
Windows that stick, won't lock or won't stay up
| Work | Most homes | Middle price | Based on |
|---|---|---|---|
| Get a stuck window working | $200 to $610 | $330 | The 19% of homes where it was priced |
| Fix window locks | $150 to $190 | $150 | The 15% of homes where it was priced |
| Fix a window that won't stay up (balance) | $150 to $260 | $150 | The 14% of homes where it was priced |
| Fix or replace blinds | $180 to $300 | $230 | Limited number of homes |
| Replace a window screen | $150 to $160 | $150 | Limited number of homes |
| Fix window weather stripping | About $150 | Limited number of homes | |
| Replace a missing window crank | $150 to $200 | $200 | Limited number of homes |
What HomeCloud reports priced this fix at in homes we evaluated Sep 2025 to Oct 2026. The range is the middle half of homes; the middle price is the median. Your price comes from a written estimate for your home.
What affects the price
- Type of glass
- Double-pane windows have a sealed glass unit, which costs more to replace than a single pane.
- Window size and shape
- Large, custom or specially shaped glass costs more and can take longer to order.
- Age of the window
- Parts for older or discontinued windows can be hard to find, which can make replacing the window the better option.
- How high it is
- Upper-floor windows may need ladders or extra time to reach.
- How many windows
- Fixing several windows in one visit costs less per window than separate trips.
Repair or replace?
One stuck or damaged window is usually a repair. Rot in the frame, drafts throughout, or many windows with failing seals or hardware can make replacement the better spend.
Rot is a strong sign. The Department of Energy's guide to wood window repair says cracked or rotting sills need to be replaced before any other work on the window, and that windows with badly deteriorated sashes, the movable frames that hold the glass, are better candidates for replacement than repair.
Energy use is the other reason. Heat gained and lost through windows makes up 25% to 30% of the energy a home uses for heating and cooling, according to the Department of Energy. ENERGY STAR calls single-pane windows, with only one layer of glass, big energy wasters, and names drafty windows, worn sills and sashes, and windows that won't open or are painted shut as signs it's time to upgrade. If you replace, look for the ENERGY STAR label, and pick the ratings ENERGY STAR recommends for your climate. Where full replacement is hard, ENERGY STAR certified storm windows added over the old ones are another option.
In homes built before 1978, replacing windows can disturb lead paint. The EPA recommends hiring a lead-safe certified contractor for that work.
Replacement prices depend on how many windows, their size and type, and what's around them, so a written estimate prices replacement for your home.
How HomeCloud does it
- 1
Measure and order
Each window that needs new glass or a new window is measured, and the replacement is ordered to fit.
- 2
Replace the glass or the window
The failed or cracked glass unit comes out of the sash and the new one goes in. When a whole window is replaced, the opening is checked for rot before the new window is set and sealed.
- 3
Fix the hardware
Locks, balances, cranks, screens and damaged trim are repaired where your report or estimate calls for it, so each window opens, closes and locks.
Common questions
My window is foggy between the panes. Does the whole window need replacing?
Fog between the panes of a double-pane window means the seal around the glass has failed, so moisture gets between the panes and leaves a haze you can't wipe off. Often the sealed glass unit can be replaced without replacing the frame. A foggy window still works: it's mostly a problem for the view and for how well the window holds heat, so it's a repair to plan for rather than an emergency. A failed window seal came up in 27% of the homes HomeCloud evaluated, Sep 2025 to Oct 2026.
Why does a window that won't open matter?
A bedroom window can be the way out in a fire. A window that's stuck or painted shut can't be used as an emergency exit. See windows that won't open.
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