How Much Do Hurricane Windows Cost?

In 2026, the national average cost for hurricane windows is $1,250. Most homeowners pay between $1,175 and $1,350, with the spread driven by window size, frame material, and installation complexity. For the widest range of projects, costs can run from as low as $100 up to $2,600 depending on scope.

Hurricane Window Cost Factors: What Affects the Price?

Hurricane window prices vary based on window type, size, frame material, labor, and any prep work required before installation gets underway. The sections below break down how each of these factors affects your total cost.

Window Type

The main hurricane window types are single-hung, casement, and horizontal sliding. Costs vary by style—for instance, single-hung windows range from $30 to $950. See the breakdown of hurricane window costs by type below:

Size

Hurricane windows cost $30 to $60 per square foot before labor, and the wide range of available sizes means your per-window cost can fall anywhere from $100 to $1,700 depending on the dimensions you choose. Window widths run from 19 to 48 inches, and heights from 36 to 72 inches, so costs vary significantly by size, as shown in the breakdown below.

Frame Materials

Hurricane window frames come in two materials, aluminum and vinyl, with aluminum ranging from $190 to $230 per square foot and vinyl costing $60 to $175 per square foot. Aluminum costs more up front but lasts two to three times longer than vinyl, making it the stronger long-term investment for most homeowners. Hurricane window costs by frame material are broken down in the table below.

Labor

Labor for hurricane window installation typically runs 30% to 50% of your material cost, which translates to roughly $30 to $850 per window given that materials range from $100 to $1,700. Some installers bill by the hour instead, with hourly rates generally falling between $30 and $100 per hour.

Prep

If your existing windows need to come out before installation, expect to pay a pro roughly $10 to $20 per window for removal and disposal.

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

Professional window cleaning is an ongoing maintenance expense that costs $80 to $150 per hour when you hire a window cleaning company near you, or $4 to $15 per window depending on how the service is priced.

Repairs

The average cost to repair a window ranges from $175 to $650 per window, with the specific repair type being the primary cost driver. Glass replacement sits at the top of that range, while minor fixes like screen replacements and hardware issues fall toward the lower end.

Why You Should Hire a Hurricane Installation Pro

Hiring a local hurricane window installation pro costs more up front, but you benefit from proper installation techniques, enhanced safety, and effective weatherproofing. Pros bring the right equipment—such as specialized tools, lifting equipment, and high-quality sealants—and the experience needed to install hurricane windows without damaging your home’s structure or compromising its safety.

Here’s why it’s ideal to hire a hurricane window installation pro

• Pros know how to install hurricane windows efficiently while avoiding damage to the surrounding frame, siding, or trim, and ensuring the windows are securely fastened to withstand extreme wind forces and debris impact.

• They handle the installation in accordance with local building codes and storm protection requirements, which can be complex and vary by region.

• A pro ensures your windows are compliant, preventing potential legal or safety issues.

• Hiring a pro reduces the risk of improper sealing, poor alignment, or gaps that could compromise the window’s performance during a hurricane.

• Many contractors can bundle services such as window removal, repairs to damaged framing, or additional weatherproofing measures, helping streamline the entire project.

Cost of Common Hurricane Windows Add-Ons

Several add-ons can enhance the effectiveness of your hurricane windows, and many installation companies offer these services as part of a bundled package. Common options include weather stripping, hurricane window film, hurricane shutters, contact sensors, security bars, and window treatments, with costs that vary widely depending on what you choose.

• Weather stripping cost: $130 to $435

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

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

• Window contact sensors cost: $25 to $300

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

• Window treatment costs: $175 to $1,900

Tips to Reduce Cost While Installing Hurricane Windows

While reducing the cost of installing hurricane windows can help you save money up front, 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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