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Classic style with two easy-clean operating sashes.
Compare the profile, operation and best-use cases before deciding whether this style belongs in your home.
Both the upper and lower sash move, giving you flexible ventilation and easier access to both sides of the glass from inside the home.
Two-story homes, bedrooms and traditional exteriors where easy cleaning and flexible airflow matter.
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Interior, exterior, laminate and painted finish availability varies by series and configuration.
Product specifications and availability can change by series, size and project conditions. Your specialist will confirm the exact configuration in writing.
Double hung windows let you lower the top sash to vent warm air while the bottom stays shut, which is handy in bedrooms and along walkways. Both sashes tilt in for cleaning, and an interlocking meeting rail seals the pair when closed.
Pick dual-pane or triple-pane insulated glass to keep sun-facing rooms cooler and take the edge off glare.
Two opposing locks draw the sashes together for a tighter, more secure seal at the meeting rail.
Push-button vent stops hold a partly opened sash in place, and an optional WOCD limits how far it can open.
Choose flat or sculptured grids between the glass or 1-inch simulated divided light, in Colonial, Diamond or perimeter layouts.
Let us know the rooms and roughly how many sashes, and we will plan the visit around them.
You always know what comes next and who is responsible.
A short conversation helps us understand comfort, style and budget.
We measure each opening and show clear product and financing options.
Certified installers protect your home, fit every unit and clean the work area.
Local service and transferable warranty protection provide long-term peace of mind.
Get clear answers about operation, efficiency, cleaning, security and available options before your home assessment.
(210) 796-9574Double-hung windows are the best fit for many traditional homes, but not for every opening. Both sashes move, so you can vent warm air out the top and draw cooler air in at the bottom, and both tilt in for easy cleaning. Casements seal tighter and sliders suit wide, short openings, so the best choice depends on the room and how you use it.
The main disadvantages of double-hung windows are more moving parts and more potential air-leak points than fixed or casement windows. Two operable sashes mean two sets of balances and weatherstripping to keep in good condition, and they usually cost more than a comparable single-hung window. Quality weatherstripping and a precise installation keep those drawbacks small.
Double-hung windows have two sashes that slide vertically in the frame, held in position by balance systems on each side. You can raise the bottom sash, lower the top sash or open both for better airflow. Most modern units also have tilt latches, so each sash tips inward and can be cleaned from inside the house.
To clean double-hung windows, unlock the sash, slide it partway open, release the tilt latches and tip it inward so you can wash both sides from indoors. Wipe the tracks, check that the weatherstripping is intact and keep the locks operating smoothly. A quick inspection each spring and fall helps catch seal or balance wear early.
Yes, a double-hung window generally costs more than a single-hung window of the same size because both sashes move and tilt, which takes more hardware. The exact difference depends on size, frame and glass package. Many homeowners choose double hung for upper floors and rooms where easy cleaning and top-sash ventilation matter. Our San Antonio team can price both options side by side.
At your free in-home assessment we demonstrate the tilt-in sashes and vent stops, lay out grid and color samples, and measure each opening.
Note any sashes that stick or rattle, and someone from our office will phone you to pick a visit time.
