Get matched with top egress window pros in Silsbee, TX

There are a range of egress window types available, including:

• Single-hung: $100–$400

• Double-hung: $250–$500

• Horizontal/sliding: $150–$800

• Casement: $200–$500

• In-swing: $350–$700

When choosing a type of egress window, consider how you’d like to open it. For example, double-hung egress windows open from top to bottom and let plenty of fresh air in, whereas sliding windows slide open for easy access.  

DIY is possible with proper tools and knowledge. Professional installation ensures a proper seal and energy efficiency.

Here are a few questions to ask a egress window contractor you’re considering hiring to install a new window:

• Are you licensed and insured?

• What experience do you have installing egress windows?

• How long will the project take?

• How do you handle payment?

• Do you do the work yourself or do you hire subcontractors?

• Can I talk to some of your previous customers?

• Do you have references and a portfolio of your work?

• What is your schedule for getting the job done?

Adding windows to a house is expensive. Budget roughly $5,800 to add a single window, and double or triple that to add two or three. In some cases, adding a single window can exceed $20,000, depending on the type of exterior wall, the size of the window, the type of window, local permit costs, and other factors.