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Single & Double Hung Windows in Fort Worth, TX

Single hung and double hung windows are the most common window styles in Fort Worth homes built before 2005, and for good reason. A single hung window opens from the bottom sash only, while a double hung lets both the top and bottom sashes move. Replacing either style in Fort Worth typically costs between $650 and $1,300 per opening installed, depending on size, brand, and frame condition. If your current windows are original to a home in Ridglea, Wedgwood, or the TCU area, they’re likely 25 to 40 years old and due for replacement. Call Lightwell Windows Fort Worth at (682) 900-6694 for a written quote before any work begins.

We install single and double hung windows across Fort Worth as part of our Window Installation in Fort Worth service. Keith Yamada, our owner, has guided hundreds of window replacements since Lightwell joined the Cedarwell network in 2010. We’ve seen every frame condition North Texas can throw at a house, from sun-warped sashes in Summer Creek to storm-racked frames in Como. A light well is what brings daylight deep into a building, and that’s what a well-installed window should do for your home: pull clean, clear Texas daylight into the rooms where your family actually lives.

Most homeowners call us because a window won’t stay open, a sash has fogged between the panes, or drafts are making the AC work harder than it should from May through September. We address those problems directly, with a written price before any work starts and a crew that treats your floors, furniture, pets, and kids’ nap schedules with the same care we’d give our own homes.

Key Takeaways

• Single and double hung window replacement in Fort Worth runs $650 to $1,300 per opening for most homes.
• Double hung windows cost $75 to $150 more per window than single hung, but allow top-down ventilation that helps in Fort Worth’s hot months.
• We offer brands including CGI, CWS, and ES Windows so the recommendation matches your home and budget, not our inventory.
• Every install includes the 365-Day Done Right Promise and a written price before work starts. Call (682) 900-6694 for a free estimate.

When You Need Single & Double Hung Windows

Here are the situations we see most often in Fort Worth homes. If any of these sound familiar, replacement is usually the right call, not another round of caulk or a latch adjustment.

• Your windows won’t stay open. In neighborhoods like Arlington Heights and Mistletoe Heights, older single hung windows often have worn spring balances. The sash either slides shut on its own or takes two hands to lift. That’s a safety concern, especially for kids’ rooms on the second floor.
• Drafts and dust. Fort Worth’s spring winds push fine red dust through worn weatherstripping. If you see dust collecting on the sill between the glass and the frame even when windows are closed, the seal has failed. New single or double hung windows stop that at the source.
• Condensation between the panes. When you can’t wipe away fog because it’s between the glass, the IGU (insulated glass unit) has failed. That’s not repairable; the sash or window gets replaced. We see this often in canal-front homes in Waterside and in older stock across the Near Southside.
• Utility bills that climb every summer. South-facing windows in Fort Worth take direct sun from late morning through evening. Older single pane windows transfer that heat directly into your hallway or living room. Replacing them drops the interior temperature where it matters and reduces peak AC load.
• Paint-stuck or swelling frames. Humidity swings in Fort Worth (can be 95% in June, 30% in August) cause wood frames to swell and shrink. Eventually sashes bind so badly they can’t move. That’s the point where replacement outlasts any amount of scraping and sanding.
• You’re tired of the noise. Homes near I-30, the Chisholm Trail Parkway, or the rail lines in Polytechnic have constant background noise. Upgrading to double hung windows with laminated glass makes a measurable difference in bedroom and nursery quiet, which matters when you have a toddler’s sleep schedule to protect.

Our Single & Double Hung Windows Process

Here’s what happens from the moment you call us through the final clean-up. We name every step so there are no surprises.

1. Call or schedule online. A live person answers the phone at Lightwell Windows Fort Worth, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You won’t get a voicemail tree when you call (682) 900-6694. We’ll schedule a time that works for your family, not our convenience.
2. In-home measurement and inspection. Keith or one of our background-checked, uniformed technicians arrives at the confirmed time. They measure the openings, inspect the frame for rot or movement, note any drywall or trim conditions that matter, and walk the home with you. If you mention a specific concern (a window over a koi pond, a cat that bolts, a baby who naps at 2), we write it down and the crew will see it on the work order.
3. Written price before any work starts. We’ll hand you a written quote that lists the windows, brand, size, and what is included: removal of the old sash and frame, disposal, installation, new interior and exterior trim where needed, and clean-up. There is no invoice surprise at the end of the day because there was a written price on the front end. This is our standing operating rule, not a promotion.
4. Product selection from our brand lineup. We’ll show you samples from our brands including CGI, CWS, and ES Windows. CGI is a strong choice for impact-rated performance in storm-prone pockets of Fort Worth. CWS offers excellent value on double hung windows with clean sightlines. ES Windows builds frames suited to the sun exposure of a big Texas window bank. The recommendation fits your home, not our preferred vendor.
5. Installation day, on your terms. The crew arrives in uniform, with shoe covers on before they cross the threshold and drop cloths under every work area. We ask before we move or touch anything. Tools are chosen to be as quiet as possible during nap time, and pet-safe caulk and sealants are used wherever there’s a choice. If your dog is inside, we’ll keep the drop cloths taut and the workspace contained. If your kids are home, the crew keeps noise to a respectful level and does not use the living room as a staging area.
6. Photo of the clean-up before the crew leaves. When the last window is in and the sash glides smoothly, the crew cleans up. We take a photo of the state of the floor and the work area before leaving, and we walk you through the work. Your final walkthrough is the point. If something isn’t right, we fix it before we load the truck. If you find something after we leave, the 365-Day Done Right Promise means we come back and make it right, no debate, no countdown.

Single & Double Hung Windows Pricing in Fort Worth

Here are the honest price ranges we see in Fort Worth. The numbers below are per window opening, installed, including removal, disposal, basic trim, caulking, and clean-up.

• Single hung, builder-grade vinyl, standard size: $650 to $900 per opening.
• Double hung, mid-range vinyl or aluminum-clad: $800 to $1,100 per opening.
• Double hung, premium frame with impact-rated glass: $1,050 to $1,300 per opening.
• Large or oversized openings (picture window + flanking sashes): add $150 to $450 per window.
• Full frame replacement vs. insert replacement: full frame adds $150 to $350 per opening when the existing frame is rotted or out of square.

What moves the number is simple: the window brand and glass package, whether we’re doing an insert or a full frame replacement, the condition of the surrounding trim, and the size of the opening. A standard 3-foot by 5-foot double hung in Ridglea is going to run at the lower end; a 4-foot by 6-foot custom double hung with impact glass in a second-story canal home will run higher. We’ll show you the line-item math before you commit.

We do not use high-pressure quotes or “today only” discounts. The price we write is the price you pay, and every job carries the 365-Day Done Right Promise in writing. Free estimates are always part of the process. Call (682) 900-6694 and we’ll schedule a time to look at your windows and give you a written number.

FAQs – Single & Double Hung Windows

How much does it cost to replace single or double hung windows in Fort Worth?

Most single and double hung window replacements in Fort Worth cost between $650 and $1,300 per opening installed, depending on the brand, glass package, frame condition, and whether you’re doing an insert or full frame replacement. A mid-range double hung window in a standard size typically lands around $850 to $1,000. Call (682) 900-6694 and we’ll give you a written quote for your specific openings, no guessing involved.

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

A single hung window has a fixed top sash and a bottom sash that slides up. A double hung window lets both the top and bottom sashes slide, so you can open the top for ventilation while keeping the bottom closed, which matters in Fort Worth when you want airflow without opening the bottom sash at kid or pet level. For horizontal openings, we also install 3-Panel Sliding (3-Lite Roller) Windows. Double hung windows cost $75 to $150 more per window, but the ventilation flexibility and easier cleaning are worth it for most two-story homes.

Can you replace my Fort Worth windows the same day?

For a single opening or a small bank of two or three windows, we can often replace them in one day. A full house of 12 to 15 double hung windows usually takes two to three working days. The exact timing depends on the scope, but we will give you a written schedule and a written price before the first sash comes out. Call us for a free estimate and we’ll map the timeline for your home.

Is it cheaper to repair or replace my double hung windows?

In Fort Worth, repairing a double hung window (new balance springs, new sash locks, new weatherstripping) typically costs $180 to $400 per window. If the glass is fogged, the frame is soft, or the window is over 20 years old, replacement is the better use of your money because repair costs approach replacement cost without solving the underlying seal or frame problem. We’ll give you an honest read on repair versus replace during the free estimate.

What window brands do you carry for single and double hung styles?

Lightwell Windows Fort Worth installs products from CGI, CWS, ES Windows, and ECO Window Systems, among our eight manufacturer brands. CGI is ideal when you want impact-rated glass for storm season. CWS gives you solid double hung construction at a sensible price point. ES Windows is the brand we reach for when the home has large sun-exposed window banks. We’ll match the brand to the job, not the job to a brand we happen to carry.

Do you install double hung windows in Fort Worth homes with historic district restrictions?

Yes, we install in Fort Worth historic districts including Fairmount, Mistletoe Heights, and parts of the Near Southside. Each district has its own preservation guidelines, and we’ve worked within them on single and double hung replacements that match the historic muntin pattern and sightlines the district requires. We’ll navigate the permit and approval process with you, and the price will still be in writing before any work starts.

What to Expect From a Lightwell Windows Fort Worth Crew

The working principle inside our company is the Cedarwell Care Promise, and our crew operates on the C.A.R.E. values every time they pull up to a Fort Worth home.

• Clean up like it is our own home. Drop cloths and shoe covers on every visit, and a photo of the clean-up before the crew leaves.
• Ask before we move or touch anything. Your furniture, plants, dog bowls, and wall hangings stay exactly where you left them unless you tell us otherwise.
• Respect the family’s time and quiet hours. We schedule around naps, school runs, and your workday, and we keep the noise down during quiet hours.
• Explain the price before the work. A written number, line by line, in your hand before any window is ordered or removed.

That’s not a brochure line. It’s a behavioral standard we hold ourselves to on every single job because the families we serve in Fort Worth deserve to know what’s happening in their home, at what price, and on what schedule, without having to ask twice.

Fort Worth Climate and Your Window Hardware

Fort Worth’s climate is a specific challenge for window hardware and frames. The city’s humidity swings (95% in early summer down to 30% by August), combined with prolonged 100-degree days and hard spring winds, wear out balance springs, warp wood frames, and dry out weatherstripping faster than in more temperate Texas cities. The alkaline dust that blows across the western edge of Fort Worth during spring is fine enough to work its way under worn sashes and gum up tracks. These aren’t generic window problems; they’re Fort Worth window problems, and they’re exactly the conditions we spec for when we recommend a product, including specialty styles like Awning & Hopper Windows for hard-to-reach areas.

What we’ve seen in specific neighborhoods: homes along the Trinity River in Crestline and Berkeley Place deal with elevated humidity that accelerates wood frame movement, which is why we often recommend composite or vinyl double hung frames there. Homes in the western and southwestern parts of the city (Wedgewood East, Candleridge) face more direct afternoon sun and benefit from lower-emissivity glass packages. Homes near the rail corridor in Stop Six often want laminated glass for noise. You won’t have to ask us to consider these things; they’re baked into how we quote.

Why Fort Worth Homeowners Choose Lightwell Windows Fort Worth

We operate on the Cedarwell Care Promise and have done so since Lightwell joined the Cedarwell network in 2010. That promise means the same thing on a two-hour sash replacement that it does on a whole-house double hung project: a written price before any work starts, a crew that cleans up like it’s their own home, and a 365-day window after the work where if we didn’t get it right, we make it right.

We’re not a national chain with a corporate phone tree. We’re an independently owned and operated Cedarwell location in Fort Worth, led by Keith Yamada, and the phone number on this page rings a live person, 24/7. Families around TCU, the Near Southside, Arlington Heights, and beyond call us because they’ve been burned by crews that left dust on the floor, moved the sofa without asking, or handed them a final invoice that looked nothing like the estimate. We know that history because our customers tell us about it. We design our entire process to be the opposite.

We carry eight manufacturer brands, including CGI, CWS, ES Windows, and ECO Window Systems, so the product recommendation fits the home and the family, not a single vendor’s margin. You get the product selection of a contractor-grade supplier with the accountability of a neighbor who returns your calls at any hour and puts every price in writing before touching anything. That’s the whole idea.

Contact Lightwell Windows Fort Worth

If your single or double hung windows are fogged, drafty, hard to open, or just old, the next step is a free in-home estimate. We’ll measure the openings, walk the home with you, write down everything we see, and hand you a written price. The estimate is free, the price is fixed, and the work is covered by the 365-Day Done Right Promise. Call (682) 900-6694 to schedule your estimate, or reach out through our home page. A live person answers the phone, even on weekends and late nights.

For more on how we approach Window Installation in Tarrant County, see the full service page.

Written by Keith Yamada, Owner at Lightwell Windows Fort Worth, serving Fort Worth.