LOW-COST
WINDOW
REHAB
Look at each window
individually for the
most economical
treatment
The wood double-hung window has
been the standard choice for more than
200 years in residential structures.
Recently, steel (see "Coping with
and PVC have offered alternatives,
but wood or wood-clad windows
still dominate in new residential construction,
so that's what we'll discuss
here.
In rehab, our first decision on windows
comes after a thorough inspection.
The goal is to come up with the
least expensive way to put a window
back into shape—a way that balances
requirements for light, ventilation, access,
energy loss, aesthetics, and longterm
maintenance.
One At a Time
The most cost-efficient way to look at
window rehab is to deal with each window
individually. A single-family home
might involve eliminating three