Double Hung Windows

Double hung windows are probably the most popular style of window for residential homes. Unlike single hung windows, a double hung incorporates both an upper and lower sash, each of which can be opened. Unlike an awning that opens outward, a double hung opens up and down. The top sash can be lowered and the bottom sash can be raised. This offers homeowners lots of versatility and are considered quite a nice looking window. Let's explore double hung window prices are delve into the advantages, disadvantages and energy efficiency of this very popular window style.

Review By John M. - Site Editor - Publish Date:
Last Update: September 18, 2025

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Double Hung Windows Cost

Prices matters to most Americans and certainly with good reason. So how do DH windows compare with other window options and style? Generally speaking, double hungs will run $100 more than similarly sized single hungs. For a medium sized vinyl window, homeowners will spend $250 to $900 for the window itself. Add installation in and you’ll spend $400 to $1300 per window (fully installed).

For a medium sized fiberglass window, homeowners will spend $1100 to $1700 for the window itself. Add installation in and you’ll spend $1500 to $2100 per window out the door (fully installed). For a medium sized wood window, homeowners will spend $1600 to $2200 for the window itself. Add installation in and you’ll spend $1900 to $2600 plus per window (fully installed).

















MATERIAL PRICE RANGE AVERAGE COST
Vinyl $400 to $1,300 $900
Composite $1,000 to $2,200 $1,700
Fiberglass $1,500 to $2,100 $1,800
Aluminum $1,600 to $2,200 $1,900
Wood clad $1,900 to $2,600 $2,300

Versatility

Double hungs provide lots of versatility with the dual sash action. This provides lots of ventilation options, from opening both sashes for full wind, to simply cracking the top sash to allow air passively circulate. The other really nice feature is the ease with which the windows can be cleaned. Many double hung windows are tilt in, which allows homeowners to fully clean the units inside the home. Tilt ins are quite a nice feature for windows on second or third stories, as well as any hard to reach windows.

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Popularity & Ratings

Because double hungs are so popular, homeowners have lots of options in terms of brands, models, colors, finishes etc. Nearly every manufacturer produces double hung windows and this works in the consumer's favor by providing so much variety and choose. Double hungs tend to get good ratings for movable windows. These and casement windows typically get the strongest performance numbers, while sliders tend to get lower ratings.

Recommended Brands

Here are our recommended window brands that are currently on the market. While many of the selections may or may not be available in your zip code, hopefully some of them will be. If you are having a tough time locating quality double hung options, please shoot us an email and we are happy to help out.

Budget Options
Reliabilt 3201 (vinyl window frame)
Milgard Tuscany (vinyl window frame)
Simonton Reflections 5300 (vinyl window frame)
Ply Gem Classic (vinyl window frame)


Mid Level Options
MI V4550 (vinyl window frame)
Soft-Lite Element (vinyl window frame)
Okna 600 (vinyl window frame)
Andersen 200 (wood clad window frame)


High End Options
Anlin Del Mar (vinyl window frame)
ProVia Aspect (vinyl window frame)
Andersen 400 (wood clad)
Pella Reserve (wood clad)
Marvin Elevate (fiberglass)

Consumer Questions And Answers

Explore our consumer questions and answers section below. All have to do with double hung window costs, but do look closely at the year of the price quotes. Unfortunately, prices have skyrocketed since 2020 and therefore the prices list in 2021 are probably not what you can expect today.

Double Hung Windows Question

A company called West Shore Home that sells Sunrise Windows (relabeled I believe) gave me a bid for the Restoration window. Also, we are replacing ten double hung windows, one storm window, and two entry doors. Unfortunately, they would not give me a bid breakdown, which would have been very helpful. So, their promo price was $33K, but that expires in 15 days (end of the month). Incidentally, our other bid was from Window Depot and that came out to $24K and they were offering the ProVia Endure window.

Doug - Homeowner - September, 2025

Website Editor's Answer

Doug, this is a simple one. So thanks for that. First off, both great windows and pretty close in quality. So go with the $24K on the ProVia Endure window. What an easy decision that is!

Editor John M. - September, 2025

















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