Can You Replace Windows in Winter? Yes, Here's How

WatchStorm Damage? G3 Roofing & Construction Is Your Best Choice

The cold is coming in. USA TODAY reports that chilly air spreading out of the Midwest and Northeast will bring the lowest temperatures of the season so far to much of the eastern United States, with frost and freeze risk stretching from northeastern Texas to northern Florida. Closer to home, KRLD's forecast has three cold fronts lined up for North Texas, each one stronger than the one before it.

That's usually when we get the call. The heat kicks on, and suddenly you notice the cold spot by the living room window, the fog between the panes in the back bedroom, or the curtain that moves when nobody's touching it.

And right behind that comes the question: "Should we just wait until spring?"

Short answer: you don't have to.

Can You Replace Windows in Cold Weather?

Yes. Windows get replaced in winter all the time, and in North Texas our winters give us plenty of workable days between fronts.

The key is how the job is run. A good crew doesn't pull every window out of your house at once and leave it open to the wind. The work is done one opening at a time: old window out, opening checked, new window in, sealed and closed up before moving to the next one. Your house is only open at one spot, for a short stretch, and the heat stays on.

What Should You Ask Before a Winter Install?

Ask these, whoever you hire:

1. Will you do one opening at a time? You want the answer to be yes.
2. What do you do if the weather turns? A real plan is to reschedule around ice, freezing rain or a hard freeze, not push through it.
3. Are your sealants rated for the temperature that day? Caulks and sealants carry the manufacturer's application temperatures on the label. A crew should follow them.
4. What happens if you find damage in the opening? Rot under a sill or water damage in the wall is something you want found and fixed now, not covered up with new trim.
5. What's the warranty, in writing? Workmanship and manufacturer warranties are two different things. Get both.

Why Is Winter a Smart Time to Do It?

Because winter tells you the truth about your windows. You don't have to guess which ones are drafty. You can feel them. You can see the condensation and the fogged glass. Our guides on fixing drafty windows before winter and window condensation will help you figure out whether you've got a weatherstripping problem or a window problem.

If it's weatherstripping or caulk, do that this weekend and save your money. If the seals have failed, the frames are cracked or water is getting in, a new window is the fix, and there's no reason to sit through a whole winter of it.

Why Call G3 for Windows?

We're a lot more than a roofing company. Here's what working with us on windows looks like:

• No high-pressure sales. We look, we listen, we give you a written estimate, and you decide. Nobody camps out at your kitchen table.
• We're not tied to one brand. We're not tied to a single manufacturer, so we point you toward what fits your home, not what fills a quota.
• Bring us another estimate. Already have a retail quote? We'll go over it with you. If it's a good one, I'll tell you so. Read what affects window replacement cost.
• A restoration team's eye. Our crews see what happens when windows are installed wrong: water behind the drywall, rotted framing, stains that took years to show up. When we replace a window, we look at the opening, the wall and what's above it, not just the glass.
• Backed in writing. Our work carries a 1-year workmanship warranty, and we'll make sure you have the manufacturer's warranty in writing too.

The difference is in the details. Watch the video on this page to get to know our team.

What If a Window Breaks During a Storm or Freeze?

Board it or tape heavy plastic over it, keep the heat on and call us. If water got in around the window, take lots of video and see our guide on window leaks and water damage. We're based in Argyle, TX, and serve the surrounding North Texas communities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Don't spend another winter feeling the draft. See our windows and exteriors page, then call (945) 300-9018 or tap the button below. GET A WINDOW QUOTE.

Keep learning: see our Windows & Exteriors page, read Signs You Need New Windows in North Texas.