How Much Do Hurricane Windows Cost?

Hurricane Window Cost Factors

Hurricane window prices vary by the type of window, the size, the frame materials, labor, and any preparations you have to make before you get started. Let's break down each of these factors.

Window Type

There are three main types of hurricane windows on the market, including single-hung windows, casement windows, and horizontal sliding hurricane windows. Single-hung and horizontal sliding hurricane windows have the lowest starting costs, but horizontal sliding windows tend to cost slightly more overall. Casement windows have a higher starting cost but a lower maximum cost because they’re usually smaller in size.

Size

Hurricane windows cost between $30 and $60 per square foot, not including labor. Hurricane window sizes can vary anywhere from 19 to 48 inches in width and 36 to 72 inches in height, so you’ll spend somewhere between $100 and $1,700 per window, depending on the size. Here’s a chart to help you estimate your expenses:

Frame Materials

There are two frame materials for hurricane windows: aluminum and vinyl. The cost of aluminum hurricane windows ranges from $190 to $230 per square foot, while vinyl hurricane windows cost between $60 to $175 per square foot. Aluminum has a higher cost than vinyl but a significantly longer lifespan—double to triple that of vinyl—making it a better long-term investment.

Labor

Window contractors typically charge around 30% to 50% of the cost of your hurricane windows. Since the average material price ranges from $100 to $1,700, you’ll spend around $30 to $850 per window in labor fees. Some window installers charge by the hour. Anticipate spending between $30 and $100 per hour for hourly rates.

Prep

If you have existing windows that need to be removed before installing hurricane windows, a pro will charge roughly $10 to $20 per window to remove and dispose of the old windows. 

Hurricane Windows Ongoing Costs

There are additional ongoing costs for hurricane window installations to factor in while budgeting for your new windows, including maintenance and repair costs. 

Maintenance 

Keeping your windows clean is a maintenance cost that ranges from $80 to $150 per hour if you hire a professional window cleaning company near you, or between $4 and $15 per window.

Repairs

The average cost to repair a window ranges from $175 to $650 per window. The type of repair largely influences the cost, with glass replacement costs coming in at the top of the price range and minor repairs like window screen replacements and hardware issues coming in at the lower end. 

DIY Hurricane Windows vs. Hiring a Pro

You'll save anywhere between 30% to 50% if you install a hurricane window yourself, which is around $30 to $850 per window. All you need to install your windows is a caulk gun, caulk, a power drill, and a ladder, which costs around $190 to $675 total. Most of these supplies are a one-time investment that you may already have in your toolbox, but the caulk costs around $5 to $20 per tube and covers approximately 10 windows.

As tempting as it is to save on the cost of your installation by DIYing it, hurricane windows need to be sized and installed correctly to protect your home from hurricane damage. Not to mention, if your windows are high or on the second story of your home, then it may be dangerous to install the windows. You could also void the warranty on your windows if you install them without the help of a professional.

We recommend working with a local window contractor to safely and properly install your hurricane windows.

Cost of Common Hurricane Windows Add-Ons

While you're installing hurricane windows on your home, there are common add-ons related to the installation worth considering. Many hurricane window installation companies have the skills to install weather stripping, hurricane window film, hurricane shutters, and more that can enhance the effectiveness of your hurricane windows. Window installers often bundle any additional services, including:

• Weatherstripping cost: $130–$435

• Hurricane window film cost: $4–$8 per square foot

• Hurricane shutters cost: $1,500–$5,900

• Window contact sensors cost: $25–$300

• Window security bars cost: $725–$1,750

• Window treatment costs: $175–$1,900

Tips to Reduce Cost While Installing Hurricane Windows

While reducing the cost of installing hurricane windows can help you save money upfront, investing more in high-quality hurricane windows can save the most overall if your home is at risk of hurricanes by preventing costly property damage. But if you live in a region that is at a lower risk of hurricane damage and want to be moderately prepared, there are ways to save on the cost of installing hurricane windows.

• Stick with prefab standard window size instead of custom hurricane windows.

• Install vinyl hurricane windows to save up front and aluminum hurricane windows to save long term.

• Use hurricane film instead of installing hurricane windows.

• Choose a single-hung hurricane window instead of a double-hung window.

• Install storm windows instead of hurricane windows. Storm windows cost between $90 and $400 each and go over the existing windows instead of replacing the parts of a window.

• Check with your homeowner's insurance company to see if installing hurricane windows lowers your premium.

• Look for local, state, or federal tax incentives for energy efficiency upgrades. ENERGY STAR’s Windows & Skylights Tax Credit could save you 30% on the cost of your windows for up to $600.

• Install hurricane windows in the slow season—before spring and summer—to see if installers have a lower rate.

How Angi Gets Its Cost Data

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