Exterior
Window Installation and Replacement in Pittsburgh, PA
Drafty, foggy or hard-to-open windows? We replace and install windows with careful flashing and sealing so they stay tight through Pittsburgh winters.
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Window Replacement for Pittsburgh Homes
Window replacement in Pittsburgh is often about comfort first. Old windows let in drafts, fog up between panes, stick in their frames or let water in around the edges. Straight A Exterior Renovations installs new windows and replaces worn ones in homes throughout the Pittsburgh area.
A window project includes measuring each opening, removing the old sash or full unit, checking the frame and sill for rot, installing the new window square and level, and then flashing, insulating and sealing the gaps around it. Interior and exterior trim is finished so the window looks like it belongs to the house.
Pittsburgh has a large share of older homes, many built before 1940. Their window openings are often out of square, and decades of paint and settling hide problems in the frames. Cold winters and wind-driven rain find every gap. A window that is not sealed and flashed correctly will leak at the corners, no matter how good the window itself is.
Professional installation is where most of a window's performance comes from. Correct shimming keeps the sash operating smoothly, proper flashing sends water out instead of into the wall, and careful insulation around the frame stops the drafts that made you want new windows in the first place.
Why Straight A
Window replacement that keeps drafts and water out
We approach windows as openings in your home's weather shell, and we install them with the same care we give a roof.
Sealed and flashed right
Every window is flashed and sealed so water drains out and air stays out.
Frame and sill check
We look for rot and damage in the opening before the new window goes in, and show you anything we find.
Installation you can hold us to
Our 2-year workmanship guarantee covers the fit, flashing and sealing around every window we set.
Dedicated project manager
One point of contact handles measuring, ordering and scheduling, so you are never chasing answers.
Clean inside and out
We protect floors and furniture during the work and clean up thoroughly when each window is done.
Exterior specialists
Because we also do roofing, siding and gutters, we understand how water moves across the whole exterior and around each window opening.
What's included
Window Services We Offer
From one problem window to a whole-house project, here is what our window work includes.
Window replacement
We remove worn windows and install new ones sized to each opening. Replacing old, drafty windows improves comfort and makes windows easier to open, close and clean.
New window installation
For additions, remodels and new openings, we install windows into new framing with a full flashing sequence. Getting the flashing order right is what keeps the wall dry.
Bay and specialty windows
Bay windows and other projecting windows have their own small roofs and more joints to seal. As roofers, we pay close attention to the top of the unit where water collects.
Frame and sill repair
Older homes often have soft wood around the window. We point it out during the assessment and include repairs in your quote when needed, so the new window sits on sound material.
Exterior trim and sealing
Exterior trim around the window is finished and sealed to shed water. On brick homes, we seal the joint between the frame and masonry to stop drafts and leaks.
Interior finishing
We insulate the gap around the frame and finish the interior trim so the window looks complete from inside the room.
How it works
How Window Replacement Works
Here is how we take your windows from first measurement to final walkthrough.
- Step 1
In-home consultation
We look at each window, note drafts, leaks and stuck sashes, and check the frames and sills for damage.
- Step 2
Measurements, options and quote
We measure every opening, go over your options and send a line-by-line quote. Nothing is ordered until you approve it.
- Step 3
Ordering and scheduling
Your project manager orders the approved windows, schedules the install once they arrive and confirms the date with you.
- Step 4
Installation
We protect your floors, remove the old windows, then install, level, insulate, flash and seal each new window and finish the trim.
- Step 5
Final walkthrough
We open and close every window with you, check the seals, clean up and answer any questions.
FAQ
Windows questions from Pittsburgh homeowners
How do I know it is time to replace my windows?
Common signs are drafts you can feel, fog or condensation between the panes, sashes that stick or will not stay open, rotted sills, and water stains around the frame. If several windows show these signs, replacement usually makes more sense than repair.
Can you replace windows in an older Pittsburgh home?
Yes. Older homes often have out-of-square openings and hidden rot. We measure carefully, check the frames, and shim and seal each window so it fits and operates properly.
How long does window installation take?
It depends on the number and type of windows. Your project manager will give you a realistic schedule with your quote, and we work one opening at a time so your home is not left open.
Do you install bay windows?
Yes. Bay and other projecting windows need extra attention at the top, where they have their own small roof. We make sure that area is flashed and sealed so water runs off.
What warranty comes with new windows?
Straight A guarantees the installation work for 2 years: the fit, the flashing and the seal around the frame. Manufacturer coverage on the window units varies by product, and we put those terms in your written quote.
Is the window estimate free?
Yes. Estimates are free, with no obligation and no pressure. You get a detailed written quote that lists every window.
Do you replace windows and siding at the same time?
We can. Doing both together lets us flash each window into the new siding as one system, which gives the best protection against leaks.
Can you replace windows in a brick home?
Yes. Many Pittsburgh homes are brick, and the joint between the window frame and the masonry is where drafts and leaks usually start. We seal that joint carefully and finish the exterior trim so water runs away from the opening.
Where we work
Windows across Pittsburgh
We provide windows for homeowners throughout the City of Pittsburgh. Find your neighborhood below, or call with your address and we will confirm right away.
