Single & Double Hung Windows in San Antonio, TX

Single & Double Hung Windows in San Antonio, TX

Single hung and double hung windows are the most common window styles in San Antonio homes, and for good reason. Single hung windows have a fixed top sash and a bottom sash that slides up to open. Double hung windows let both sashes move, so you can open the top, the bottom, or both at the same time. A quality single or double hung window replacement in San Antonio typically runs $450 to $950 per window installed, depending on size, glass package, and frame condition. Hale Windows San Antonio installs both styles from lines like ECO Window Systems and Mr-Glass, with written pricing before we pick up a tool. Call (361) 348-8929 for a free estimate. If you’re still deciding between replacement and repair, our Window Installation in San Antonio page walks through the full scope of what we do.

We’ve been doing this since 2009 as part of the Threshold Group family of home-service brands. Spencer Odell leads our San Antonio operation, and every technician who comes to your home meets the Threshold Standard: background-checked, identity-verified, uniformed, photo-badged, and pre-announced by name and photo before the visit. You’ll know exactly who is at your door before you open it.

When You Need Single & Double Hung Windows

San Antonio’s heat, humidity, and occasional hailstorms take a toll on windows faster than most homeowners expect. Here’s what we see most often in Alamo Heights, Stone Oak, Helotes, and the neighborhoods around downtown:

• You feel heat radiating through the glass in summer. If your old single pane windows are turning rooms into ovens by 3 p.m., the seals or the glass itself have failed. Modern low-E glass (a thin coating that blocks heat while letting light through) makes a measurable difference in San Antonio’s July and August heat.
• The sashes stick, jam, or won’t stay open. Wood frames swell in humidity, vinyl frames warp in direct sun, and old balance systems wear out. If you’re propping windows open with a book or a stick, the hardware is done.
• Condensation or fog sits between the panes. That’s a failed seal on an insulated glass unit. The window still works structurally, but you’ve lost the insulating gas between the panes and the glass is now doing almost nothing for your energy bill.
• You hear every car, dog, and neighbor through closed windows. Single pane glass offers almost no sound dampening. Double pane, or laminated glass packages from ViewLux, cut outside noise noticeably, which matters a lot if you live near Loop 410, I-10, or any of San Antonio’s busier corridors.
• Your energy bill climbs every summer. Older windows, especially aluminum-framed single pane units, are the weak point in most San Antonio homes. The local climate puts intense heat load on west-facing windows in particular, and upgrading those first usually shows the fastest return.

Our Single & Double Hung Windows Process

We keep the process straightforward because we believe you should know exactly what’s happening, what it costs, and who’s coming to your home before anything starts. Here’s how it works with Hale Windows San Antonio:

1. You call (361) 348-8929 and talk to a live person. Not a voicemail, not a callback queue. A real person answers 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, takes down what you’re seeing, and schedules your free estimate.
2. We measure and assess every window opening. We check frame condition, look for rot or water damage, measure for square and plumb, and talk through what’s actually wrong versus what just needs maintenance. No upsells, no pressure.
3. You get a written price. Before any work starts, you’ll have a line-item written quote in your hands. That price covers the windows, the labor, the haul-away, and the finish work. No surprises on the invoice, ever.
4. Your technician is announced by name and photo. Before the install day, you’ll receive the name and photo of the exact technician coming to your home. They arrive in uniform with a photo badge. This is the Threshold Standard, and it applies to every visit.
5. We install and clean up. The old windows come out, the new ones go in, we insulate and seal properly, and we haul away every scrap. We walk you through the finished work before we leave.
6. Your 365-Day Done Right Promise starts the day we finish. If anything isn’t right, we make it right. No argument needed, no fine print runaround. That’s the promise, documented and stamped on every job.

Single & Double Hung Windows Pricing in San Antonio

Here’s what single and double hung window replacement typically costs in the San Antonio market. These are installed prices including labor, sealing, insulation, and haul-away:

• Vinyl single hung, standard size: $450 to $650 per window
• Vinyl double hung, standard size: $500 to $750 per window
• Double hung with double pane low-E glass: $600 to $850 per window
• Double hung with laminated or impact glass: $750 to $950 per window
• Full-frame replacement (rotten or damaged openings): add $150 to $300 per window

What actually moves the price in San Antonio? Three main factors. First, glass package: single pane is cheapest, double pane low-E is the sweet spot for our climate, and laminated or impact-rated glass adds cost but also cuts noise and holds up better to hail and storm debris. Second, frame condition: if the existing frame is square and solid, it’s a pocket replacement, which is faster and less expensive. If there’s rot or water damage, you need a full-frame job, which involves more labor and materials. Third, window size and access: second-story windows and oversized openings cost more because of ladder work and handling.

We quote every job with a written price before any work begins. Estimates are free. Call (361) 348-8929 and we’ll tell you exactly what your project will cost, based on your specific windows and the condition of your openings.

Frequently Asked Questions About Single & Double Hung Windows

What’s the difference between single hung and double hung windows?

A single hung window has a fixed top sash and a movable bottom sash. A double hung window has two movable sashes, so you can open the top, the bottom, or both. Double hung windows cost roughly $50 to $100 more per window and offer better ventilation, which matters in San Antonio’s shoulder seasons when you want airflow without running the AC. Most homeowners choose double hung for bedrooms and living areas, and single hung for secondary spaces where budget matters more.

How much does it cost to replace single hung windows with double hung in San Antonio?

Expect to pay $500 to $850 per window for the full project, installed. That range covers standard sizes with double pane low-E glass. If your existing openings are in good shape and don’t need full-frame work, you’ll land on the lower end. If you’re on a budget, replacing your worst-performing windows first, usually west-facing, makes sense. Call (361) 348-8929 for an exact quote on your specific windows, free of charge.

Are double hung windows worth the extra cost?

For most San Antonio homes, yes. Double hung windows let you open the top sash to release hot air that gathers near the ceiling while pulling cooler air through the bottom. They’re also easier to clean because both sashes tilt inward, which matters if you have a two-story home. If budget is tight, single hung windows with good low-E glass still outperform old single pane units by a wide margin. We’ll walk through the tradeoffs with you during your estimate.

Can you repair a single or double hung window instead of replacing it?

Sometimes, yes. Broken balance systems, worn weatherstripping, and sticking sashes can often be repaired. Failed glass seals and rotted frames usually can’t. Every repair we perform carries a written guarantee, and if a repair fails, the second visit is free. We’ll tell you honestly whether repair or replacement makes more financial sense for your specific window, because we’re not in the business of selling you something you don’t need.

Do you offer impact-resistant single or double hung windows?

We do. San Antonio sits outside the hurricane zone, but we get serious hail and wind storms every spring, and that’s exactly when impact glass pays for itself. Impact-resistant windows from lines like ECO Window Systems and ViewLux are tested to withstand flying debris, and they also cut outside noise substantially. If you’re near open fields, golf courses, or construction areas, the noise reduction alone is worth a conversation.

How long does single and double hung window installation take?

A typical whole-home job of 8 to 12 windows takes one to two days with a full crew. Pocket replacements go faster than full-frame jobs. We’ll give you a clear timeline as part of your written estimate. And because we pre-announce your technician by name and photo, you’ll know exactly who is walking up to your door on install day.

Why San Antonio Homeowners Choose Hale Windows San Antonio

We’re not a general contractor who does windows on the side, and we’re not a big-box installer who sends whoever is available. We’re a windows-and-doors specialist founded in 2009 and part of the Threshold Group family of home-service brands. Spencer Odell runs our San Antonio location. We carry professional-grade product lines like ECO Window Systems, Mr-Glass, and ViewLux, and we match the product to your home’s exposure, your neighborhood’s noise level, and your budget, rather than pushing one brand on everyone.

Every job gets a written price before work starts. Every repair carries a written guarantee. Every visit is covered by the 365-Day Done Right Promise: if it’s not done right, we make it right. And every technician is background-checked, identity-verified, photo-badged, and pre-announced by name and photo before they arrive. When you open the door, you’ll know exactly who is standing there.

If your single or double hung windows are failing, sticking, fogging, or just not keeping the Texas heat out the way they should, call (361) 348-8929 today. We’ll schedule your free estimate, give you honest answers about repair versus replacement, and put a written price in your hands before we touch anything. Learn more about our full scope of work on our Window Installation in San Antonio page, or call us now and talk to a live person, any time of day or night.

Written by Spencer Odell, Owner at Hale Windows San Antonio, serving San Antonio.