What to know about window replacement in St. Louis
In St. Louis's cold winters, well-insulated double or triple-pane low-E windows pay back fastest in comfort and lower heating bills.
What affects window replacement cost in St. Louis
Beyond the local market, the same factors that drive window replacement cost everywhere apply in St. Louis:
- Number of windows is the main driver of the total.
- Frame material: vinyl is cheapest, then aluminum and fiberglass, with wood at the top.
- Installation type: an insert into the existing frame costs less than a full-frame replacement.
- Window size, style (double-hung, casement, bay), and glass package (double or triple pane, low-E).
Window Replacement cost by frame material in St. Louis
These figures are adjusted for St. Louis pricing (about 0.96x the national average), so they reflect what local homeowners actually pay.
| Frame material | Cost in St. Louis | Typical total |
|---|---|---|
| Vinyl | $432 to $1,152 each | About $4,300 to $11,500 |
| Aluminum | $475 to $1,267 each | About $4,750 to $12,700 |
| Composite | $648 to $1,728 each | About $6,500 to $17,300 |
| Fiberglass | $605 to $1,613 each | About $6,050 to $16,100 |
| Wood | $778 to $2,074 each | About $7,800 to $20,700 |