Single & Double Hung Windows in Pasadena, CA

Single & Double Hung Windows in Pasadena, CA

Single hung and double hung windows are the most common Window Installation Near Me in Pasadena, CA styles in local homes, from the Craftsman bungalows of Bungalow Heaven to the mid-century ranches in Hastings Ranch. A single hung window has a fixed top sash and a bottom sash that slides up. A double hung lets both sashes move, which means you can open the top, the bottom, or both at once for better airflow.

At Juniper Windows Pasadena, we install both styles daily, and we’re specific about what you’re getting: a written price before any work starts, a live arrival time you can track, and photo proof when the job is done. If you’re comparing options or just want a straight answer on cost, call (626) 657-5977 and we’ll walk you through it. This page is part of our Window Installation guide, where you’ll find details on our full process.

When You Need Single & Double Hung Windows

You don’t always need a full replacement. Sometimes the sash is fine and the problem is smaller. But here are the situations we see most often across Pasadena, and how to know when it’s time to call:

• Your sashes stick or won’t stay open. Wood frames swell with Pasadena’s dry heat and occasional humidity swings, especially in older homes near the Arroyo Seco. If you’re propping a window open with a book, the spring or balance system is failing.
• You feel a draft even when the window is closed. A failed weatherstrip or a warped sash lets conditioned air escape. You’ll notice it most on west-facing windows that catch afternoon sun in Linda Vista or San Rafael.
• Your energy bills climbed and you can’t explain why. Single pane windows, common in homes built before 1980, have a U-factor around 1.0. Modern double hung windows from PGT or ViewLux with low-E glass run closer to 0.25 to 0.30. That’s a measurable difference in heat transfer.
• The window is fogged between the panes. When the seal on an insulated glass unit fails, moisture gets trapped inside and you can’t wipe it away. The glass unit needs replacement, and sometimes the sash does too.
• You want to open windows from the top for child safety. Double hung windows let you ventilate from the upper sash only. It’s a simple reason, but for families with young kids in places like Madison Heights, it matters.
• Your home has original wood windows and the maintenance is endless. Scraping, repainting, and reglazing every few years is a cycle many Pasadena homeowners are ready to leave behind. A well-built vinyl or composite double hung eliminates that upkeep.

If any of these sound familiar, call us at (626) 657-5977. Sean Mackey and the team can tell you over the phone whether it’s a repair or a replacement, and what a ballpark cost looks like before we ever schedule a visit.

Our Single & Double Hung Windows Process

We have one standard for every job, whether it’s a single window in a condo near Old Town or a whole-house replacement in Chapman Woods. It’s what we call the Relay Standard, and it’s built around one idea: you should never wonder what’s happening or what it will cost.

1. You call or book online, and a real person picks up. Our phone line is answered live 24/7. No voicemail maze. You’ll talk to someone who can schedule an on-site measurement and give you an honest range before we arrive.
2. We measure, inspect, and write the price down. A background-checked, uniformed technician comes to your home, takes exact measurements, checks the existing frame for rot or settling, and walks you through material options. Then you get a written price. That number doesn’t change at the door.
3. You pick your window from the lines we carry. We have access to eight product lines, including PGT, CGI, CWS, and ViewLux. If impact-rated glass makes sense for your home, we’ll explain it in plain language and quote it with the same upfront pricing.
4. Installation day comes with a live arrival time. You’ll see exactly when we’re coming, the same way you’d track a rideshare. We arrive on time, protect the work area, and get the old window out and the new one in without drama.
5. You get before-and-after photos and a digital invoice. Once the work is done, we send photo proof and an invoice you can pay from a link. If anything’s off, you have the 365-Day Done Right Promise in writing, covering parts and labor for a full year.

Single & Double Hung Windows Pricing in Pasadena

What does a single or double hung window cost in Pasadena? Here’s the honest answer, based on what we quote day to day in this market. A standard vinyl single hung window, installed, typically runs between $550 and $900 per window. A double hung is slightly more because both sashes are operable, typically $650 to $1,100 per window. Upgrade to impact-rated glass from PGT or CGI and you’re looking at $1,200 to $2,200 per window, depending on size and frame material.

Here’s a breakdown of the main cost drivers:

• Frame material: Vinyl is the most cost-effective. Composite and wood-clad frames run higher but offer different aesthetics, which matters for historic districts like Bungalow Heaven where exterior appearance is non-negotiable.
• Glass package: A basic low-E double pane is the entry point. Adding argon gas, a lower U-factor, or impact-rated glass for wind-borne debris protection increases the price meaningfully.
• Window size: A standard 36″ x 60″ window is one price. A large picture double hung or a custom size in an older Pasadena home is another. Custom dimensions always cost more.
• Installation complexity: If the existing frame is rotted, out of square, or needs a full tear-out rather than an insert replacement, labor goes up. We’ll tell you which one you need after we inspect.
• Quantity: Replacing 10 windows gets a better per-window price than replacing one, because setup and mobilization costs get spread out.

Every estimate we give in Pasadena includes the full installed price. No line item surprises later. To get exact numbers for your home, call (626) 657-5977 and schedule a free on-site measurement. Estimates are free, and the price we give you is the price you pay, in writing, before anything starts.

What Makes Juniper Windows Pasadena Different

We’re not a general remodeling company that happens to install windows. We’re a windows and doors specialist, founded in 2001, and we’re part of the Relay Home Co. family. The name Juniper is deliberate: a hardy evergreen built to handle sun, wind, and cold, which is a fitting name for what windows and doors have to endure in Southern California.

Here’s what that means when you work with us:

• A written price before a single screw turns. Most contractors quote vaguely and adjust at the door. We don’t. Your price is locked in writing before we order anything.
• The 365-Day Done Right Promise. If the installation isn’t right, we make it right, for a full year. Parts and labor. In writing on every project. If a repair fails within that year, the second visit is free. No charge, no argument.
• Live phone support around the clock. You call, a real person answers. It doesn’t matter if it’s 2 p.m. or 2 a.m. If you have a question about your windows, someone picks up.
• Real product choices, not a single catalog. We have access to PGT, CGI, CWS, ES Windows, ECO Window Systems, Mr-Glass, Therma-Tru, and ViewLux. That means the right window for your home is never a compromise. For single and double hung windows specifically, we lean on ViewLux for clean lines and PGT when impact resistance is a priority.
• Transparency you can see. Live arrival time, before-and-after photos, digital invoice. The Relay Visibility Guarantee is standard on every job.

We also know Pasadena homes. We’ve worked on Craftsman bungalows with original wood sash, Spanish Colonial Revival homes with deep stucco walls, and newer construction in northwest Pasadena. The right window for a 1920s bungalow in Bungalow Heaven is rarely the same as the right window for a 2005 build near the Rose Bowl, just as Awning & Hopper Windows suit different needs than hung styles. We talk through the trade-offs honestly, using real terminology like U-factor (how well the window insulates), sightlines (how much glass you actually see), and impact-rated glass (built to resist wind-borne debris without shattering), but we always explain it in plain language.

For a broader look at what we install beyond single and double hung options, visit our main Window Installation in Pasadena page.

FAQs – Single & Double Hung Windows

How much does it cost to replace single hung windows in Pasadena?

A single hung window replacement in Pasadena typically costs $550 to $900 per window installed, while a double hung runs $650 to $1,100 per window. Impact-rated glass from PGT or CGI pushes that range to $1,200 to $2,200 per window. Frame material, glass package, window size, and installation complexity are the main variables. Call (626) 657-5977 for an exact quote. Estimates are free, and the price we give you is in writing before any work starts.

Which is better for a Pasadena home, single hung or double hung?

Double hung windows are usually the better choice in Pasadena because both sashes tilt in for easy cleaning and you can open the top sash for ventilation while keeping the bottom closed, which is safer for households with young children or pets. Single hung windows cost about $100 to $200 less per window and look nearly identical from the outside, but they only open from the bottom, unlike 3-Panel Sliding (3-Lite Roller) Windows which glide horizontally. For most of the homes we work on in Pasadena, the added flexibility of double hung is worth the relatively small price difference. Call (626) 657-5977 and we’ll help you decide based on your actual window openings and what you’re trying to solve.

How long does it take to install single or double hung windows in Pasadena?

Installation typically takes 30 to 60 minutes per window for a standard insert replacement, so a whole-house job of 10 to 12 windows is usually done in one day. If any windows require a full tear-out due to rotted frames or non-standard openings, those add time. We’ll give you a clear timeframe when we provide your written estimate, and you’ll get a live arrival time on installation day through the Relay System. Call (626) 657-5977 to get a schedule estimate for your specific project.

Do I need a permit to replace windows in Pasadena?

For most single and double hung window replacements in Pasadena, a permit is not required if you’re doing an insert replacement into the existing frame and not changing the opening size. However, homes in designated historic districts like Bungalow Heaven may have additional review requirements through the city’s design guidelines, especially if you’re changing the window style or materials. We handle the paperwork side of this regularly and will tell you exactly what applies to your address when we come for the measurement. Call (626) 657-5977 and we’ll check the specifics for your property.

Can you replace just one broken sash, or do I need a whole new window?

If the frame is solid and only the sash is damaged, you can often replace just the sash or the balance hardware without replacing the entire window. That can run $150 to $400 depending on the part and the window’s age. But if the frame is warped, the seal between panes has failed, or the window is single pane, a full replacement is usually the smarter long-term move. We’ll inspect it and tell you honestly which path makes sense. Call (626) 657-5977 and we’ll give you a straight answer on repair versus replacement.

Contact Juniper Windows Pasadena

If you’re ready to replace single or double hung windows in your Pasadena home, or if you just have a question about cost, call (626) 657-5977 and talk to a real person. We’ll give you honest numbers, schedule a free on-site measurement, and put the full price in writing before anything starts. That’s the Juniper standard, and it’s been the standard since 2001.

Written by Sean Mackey, Owner at Juniper Windows Pasadena, serving Pasadena.