Historic_Repair_CostsHistorical Window Replacement Costs
https://www.communitypreservation.org/windows
https://www.angieslist.com/articles/why-you-should-repair-or-restore-older-windows.htm
Can repair/restore – operation and structural integrity. Basic repair - change hardware, weatherstripping, balance systems (cords or chains), wax channels - $300-$400.00/window.
Full restoration – remove sashes, strip paint, reglaze – Window Woman of New England – takes up to 20 hours per window - $75/hour.
Need multiple companies – repair/restoration, storm windows, interior shades, cleaning.
https://www.homeadvisor.com/cost/doors-and-windows/repair-windows/
Average cost to repair is $350.00/window.
The main factors that define the average cost to repair a window include:
The type of window
The number of windows
The type and extent of damage
The cost of equipment and materials
The amount of labor involved
Note that a window is a specifically designed part of the structure of your wall, so you should always leave anything involving more than removing the casing to a professional.
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https://www.greatplainswindows.com/window-replacement/historic-renovation-window-restoration-problem/
New windows – more efficient, easier to clean and maintain. Much faster to replace.
Window Shade Costs
https://www.fixr.com/costs/window-shades#:~:text=The%20cost%20to%20install%20cellular,to%20install%20cellular%20window%20shades.
Insulating Shades can cost $650.00 or more.
Massachusetts Companies
https://dhaywardrestoration.com/
Restoration and Repair
Window Repair
Not every window needs a complete restoration (you do get a little more bang for your buck that way, but still). Maintenance of your windows can include the following:
Exterior
Work is done onsite
failing putty is removed
failing paint is scraped and sanded
bare areas are primed
glass is cleaned
windows are puttied
putty is spot primed and the entire window is painted
Interior
failing paint is scraped and sanded, primed and finished
hardware can be replaced or restored
new ropes or sash chain can be installed
new parting beads can be installed
weather stripping can be installed
windows can be freed from sticking
glass cleaned