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Best Texas Replacement Windows
Explore my picks for the best Texas replacement windows, including top manufacturers and brands available in and around Houston, Dallas, Austin, and more. Scroll down to read about more great options in your Texas hometown.
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Original Publish Date - April 16, 2016
Page Last Updated On October 28, 2024
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Simonton Windows
Simonton is one of the largest replacement window companies in the United States, with distribution in nearly every state, including Texas. Consumers can purchase Simonton windows at the big box stores, or through the countless contractors and reps who distribute and sell various models and lines. They aren't the fanciest or best looking vinyl windows, but they are well made, sturdy and reliable.
The company stands behind their products and has lots of window series to choose from. Three of the models we recommend include the Reflections 5500 series, the 9800 Impressions and the ProFinish Contractor, which is similar to their entry level Asure, but at a lower price point.
Additional Resources | Simonton Vinyl Window Reviews | Simonton Prices
Don Young Windows
Don Young Windows out of Houston, Texas make a good thermally broken aluminum window. Contractors in the know particularly like the construction on their single hungs and feel that the company is especially good with construction of larger windows, which can have issues with bowing due to the weight of the frame.
In terms of vinyl windows, Don Young is good, but doesn't particularly stand out in this material. Don Young windows are probably on par with Milgard and Simonton, but should be less expensive than these larger national manufacturers. Don Yound windows should be available throughout the state through local stores and distributors.
Additional Resources | Don Young Windows Review | Don Young Prices
Homeowner Review Section
Below are Texas replacement windows and options, as well as an extensive question and answer section from Texas-based consumers and homeowners. Enjoy!
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Dallas Replacement Windows
Good afternoon Dane, please send the Recommended List Of Windows. I'm also completing a request for estimates. Do you know if the Okna 800 product is available Waxahachie, TX? (Just south of Dallas). Thank you.
Shane - Homeowner - from 2024
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Shane, I don't know about the Okna 800 windows in Waxahachie, TX? I would google okna windows dallas texas and see if any local companies come up who rep them. Unfortunately, Okna does not have much of a presence in Texas...but maybe -- Here are my Texas based recommendations: [list pulled]
Dane - Site Editor - from 2024
Dallas Texas Window Recommendations
Hello, got your contact info from your website. Looking to replace 15 to 17 windows for my home in Dallas County TX. House is is 33 years old with original Highland Hone builder. Do you have any recommendations? Thank you so much for your reviews.
Tangee - Homeowner - from 2022
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Tangee, no problem. Here are my recommendations.
Tim - Site Editor - from 2022
Zen Windows DFW
I have enclosed the quote I received from Zen Windows in Dallas who install Soft-lite windows. Could you review the estimate and give me your thoughts on the quote. I also enclosed a quote from an NT windows dealer, Foster Exteriors for your review. I appreciate your time and attention to this matter. Thank you.
Jan - Homeowner - from 2022
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Jan, t looks like both of these companies have excellent reviews, so I might put these as equal to one another. I like both of these windows as well. Basically I don’t think you can go wrong here. I’m kind of split here — I think I like the Soft-Lite Classic a bit more, but Foster Exteriors has more great reviews. Coin flip for me.
Dane - Website Editor - from 2022
Clarity Window Reviews in Coppell Texas
Hi Dane, was reading through your website and I love what I see so far. I see I can ask for a list of best window companies you recommend in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Will you please send me that list? Also, what are your thoughts on Clarity Windows based in Coppell, TX, if any? Thanks.
Steve - Homeowner - from 2022
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Steve, I have never heard of Clarity, but they get excellent reviews online - 4.9 stars out of 5 from 230 customers. This tells me they are a quality outfit. They sell Anlin windows which are excellent and ProVia doors - also excellent. I think they sound like a very good options. ProVia Doors Reviews
Dane - Website Editor - from 2022
Home Window Recommendations in the DFW Area
Hi Dane, I came across your site as I’m shopping for vinyl windows and would love to see your preferred manufacturers/installers for the DFW area. I’ve already received quotes from Window World, Precision Siding and Windows, and Acceptance Windows but, from what I can tell, these are all middle-of-the-road quality. Thanks!
Matt - Homeowner - from 2022
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Matt, here is my Texas window recommendations list and most should be available in the DFW area.
Dane - Website Editor - from 2022
Austin Texas Best Replacement Windows
Hi, I am looking to replace around 30 windows in my home in Austin, TX, using vinyl energy efficient LOW-E windows, double pane, argon filled Windows. Can you please send your quote for that? Thank you.
Ravi - Homeowner - from 2022
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Ravi, I don't provide quotes directly. I can give you a list of window options to look at though.
Dane - Website Editor - from 2022
Dallas/Fort Worth List
Hi Dane, I have been thrilled (and so grateful!) to peruse your advice after stumbling upon your website. We're about to start gathering quotes to replace all of our 40-year old (some in bad shape) windows and I noticed you gave another Texan a list of your recommended installers. Could I trouble you for that same list? We're in Dallas/Fort Worth and love your texas replacement windows page, it's helped us a bunch.
Monica, absolutely, here are my Texas recommendations: Get Our Recommended Window List
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Dane, looking to replace 11 windows in San Antonio TX, we are just starting our research windows but looking for recommendations for mid to high quality windows. Any recommendations for windows would very much be appreciated.
Hi Ed, so here are my San Antonio window recommendations for your to consider. [For our window list, please email Tim.]
Hi Dane, I'm wondering if you would be willing to share your list with me. I just got a quote for 16 vinyl windows from Pella Windows for $34K (installed) but that seems exorbitant. I'd like to get some more quotes but am not sure which companies are worth looking into. I'm new to Texas. Thanks!
Jessica, here is my list of best Texas replacement windows for you to look at -- [for our list, please email us directly.]
Would you mind taking a look at this estimate in the Dallas, Texas area?
Ben, the bid looks fine to me on the face of it. What concerns me are the lackluster reviews for Precision Windows (they are kind of all over the board from a cursory glance) and the Elevate Windows. While I have been seeing these mentioned more often as of late, I'm not sure I would feel comfortable going with this window in my home.
Hi Dane, I am looking for a good installer here in Houston for a 3 story 20 year old townhome. I have reached out to several of the brands you mention as being good quality mid range products however several will not work on a 3 story home (OKNA windows and Soft-lite installers passed).
Glen, that’s frustrating. I wouldn’t be opposed to the highest quality Norandex window model so perhaps ask the installer to give you a bid, but see which model they recommend (something equivalent to a Simonton 9800 Impressions or Reflections 5500 series.)
Dane, just sharing some G2 (to help your helping others) from what I learned checking out those recommendations: according to the largest local dealer for Milgard, MI Windows bought Milgard in 2020 and decided Milgard products would no longer be sold in Texas
Patrick, thanks for the updates I will make several notes to move forward based on the information. Don't necessarily count out Zen -- they sell a relabeled Soft-Lite Classic window and Pro in the Nirvana and Lotus respectively. These are quite good vinyl windows. Not top tier, but solid performers.
We are looking to replace aluminum windows in a 34 year old home. We live east of Houston Tx. Do you recommend aluminum or vinyl? We found a vinyl window by MI. Based on your website, it seems evident that you do not like MI windows. What is your recommendation?
David, MI is indeed a lower end vinyl window manufacturer that sells cheap windows primarily to contractors and builders. I would definitely stay away from these if you want to maximixe the chances of getting the best long term value for your home.
I am considering replacing the front aluminum windows in our house in Frisco, TX with vinyl windows because a few of the seals are broken. Is it worth making this change or should I just have the glass replaced. If you recommend making this change which brand should I consider. Thanks.
Ed, I'm not a big fan of replacing the glass, unless the cost of window replacement is too high. For instance, my house is stucco and the windows are new construction, meaning they have a nailing fin around them and replacing them means tearing out the stucco around the window, replacing the window, patching the stucco and then matching the color (which is almost impossible if you are picky, which I am). If the bids for the replacement windows aren't too high, I would say to do this. The energy efficiency you are going to gain is going to be worth the change from the older aluminum frame windows you have.
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I'm almost certain we'll be looking at fiberglass as our preferred material but also interested in comparing vinyl to fiberglass. We've been told Texas is special and we need to go with someone who uses windows from a manufacturer that caters to our Texas woes: house shifting, heat, etc. Thanks so much!
Monica - Homeowner - from 2022
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San Antonio Texas Window Recommendations
Ed - Homeowner - from 2022
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Pella Windows Quote In Texas
Jessica - Homeowner - from 2021
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Dallas Texas Recommendations
Ben - Homeowner - from 2021
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I'd say get a couple more bids. This is the only way you can be sure that the price quote you are getting is the fair market price that you deserve. And then send me what you find and I can weigh in on the best options for your budget and long term value and ROI.
Dane - Site Editor - from 2021
Houston Window Replacements
The NT installer does not have a good reputation in Houston. My wife’s home just got Norandex by a local installer and she was very pleased but I want to get a better quality window at a fair price. I am looking to replace 10 windows to reduce outside noise, improve energy efficiency and be trouble free for the 20 or so years. Any suggestions?
Glen - Homeowner - from 2021
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Here are my Texas recommendations. [List Redacted -- contact us directly (Dane or Tim) for our Texas window recommendations.]
Dane - Site Editor - from 2021
Update Texas Replacement Windows
* according to our neighbor, who has owned / runs an insurance agency for a long time and recently replaced their windows, Andersen does not meet Texas Dept of Insurance requirements for windstorm
The Houston area OKNA dealer has stopped servicing the coastal area here because the windstorm paperwork headache was not worth it and they have plenty of business otherwise. We want casement Windows, and based on their website information NT Presidential or Executive and Don Young 8200 do not come in casement. Buried in Zen Windows website is that they are an installer, not a manufacturer, and the brands they sell / install include Soft-Lite and a few others
This leaves us with considering Loewen and Burris (one local dealer carries both), Sunrise and Simonton. I will reach out when we know more. Check out our Burris Windows reviews here. Thanks.
Patrick - Homeowner - from 2021
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Houston Replacement Windows
David - Homeowner - from 2016
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Since you live in an incredibly hot climate down in Texas, I can go with either aluminum or a good vinyl. Don Young out of Houston sells an excellent aluminum window that you certainly should get a quote on from their local dealer - give them a call and they will refer you to the company or companies that service your town.
In terms of vinyl, you may want to look at Milgard, Sunrise, Zen (a franchise of Soft-Lite) and even Simonton. I would suggest staying away from the entry level option from each of these companies and instead stretch into their mid range (or high end) vinyl window model. With good competent installation, you should be well served with any of these brands. One note - in terms of the Simonton, I would recommend sticking to their 5500 Reflections or the Simonton 9800 Impressions series, these are the two models I feel comfortable recommending for such a hot climate as yours.
Dane - Site Editor - from 2016
Aluminum Window Options
Ed - Homeowner - from 2016
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Three brands you may want to consider are Sunrise, Simonton and Don Young (out of Houston). Don Young makes a good thermally broken aluminum window that is great for hot climates such as Texas. Sunrise and Simonton should be in your area and they make a range of vinyl windows, from decent to very good, depending on the model and upgrades you select.
Tim - Site Editor - from 2015
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