Double Hung Windows - Installation, Replacement & Repair

The most basic window is a single-hung window, which is one that opens only from the lower half. A double-hung window offers the same basic features as a single-hung window, except that the top half of the window can be opened independent from the lower half. Double-hung windows can consist of a single pane or multiple panes, and many modern versions are a single pane with false sashes to create the illusion of multiple panes.  If security is among your priorities, a double-hung window may make sense, in that the upper half could be opened for ventilation, and would be more difficult to breach than the lower half.

For many homeowners, the double-hung window is a standard element.  Double-hung windows come pre-made in many sizes, and can be custom made to fit almost anywhere. Replacement of older windows with double hung windows is almost always an upgrade: the energy efficiency, cleaning ease and durability of double hung windows are top notch, when compared with their relatively low cost.  Cleaning a double hung window is fantastically simple – the upper half just drops down; you won’t even need a ladder to reach! Always be sure to check the energy rating of windows you are considering: you would be surprised to know how much money small upgrades on the buying end can save on the utility bill end.

As with any window project, the installation or replacement of double hung windows can be more than you bargained for. To avoid making a costly error, be sure to work with a professional installation contractor.  No matter how simple the task, when it comes to carpentry, experience will always be the best alternative.  Installation is only as good as the installer, so be sure you have the best on your side.  Replacement of double hung windows might also seem like a simple “out with the old, in with the new” project, but security and energy-efficiency are without doubt compromised by amateur errors. A professional contractor will have the necessary experience to maximize the results of any window installation.

How do find a reputable contractor in your area?  Completing Window Buyers Guide’s FREE DOUBLE HUNG WINDOW ESTIMATE QUOTE FORM is the first step in the process.  This is a simple, FREE, no obligation form which allows us to learn more about your window project, and select the right contractors to give you an estimate or quote for your windows