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Window replacement in NYC

Upgrade comfort, reduce drafts, and protect your home with replacement windows installed to NYC standards.

SPRAT & OSHA 100% certified in-house technicians

Complex Rigging expert BMU and davit operation

DOB Compliant we manage CD5 permits and paperwork

$11M Coverage strong liability protection for your property

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The mechanics of
window failure

Window failure is a system problem — sash alignment, insulation, seals, and frames all affect energy loss, water intrusion, and safety in NYC homes.

WHY WINDOWS NEED TO BE REPLACED

NYC’s seasonal expansion and contraction can distort frames, shrink seals, and loosen hardware over time. Add years of paint buildup, humidity, and building movement, and windows stop operating as designed.

You notice it as drafts, sticking sashes, rattling in the wind, and condensation between panes.

THE HIDDEN COSTS OF WAITING:

Drafts, Noise, and Energy Waste:
Failed seals and poor air barriers can make rooms feel cold in winter and overheated in summer. A double-pane window replacement often solves comfort issues your HVAC can’t.

Water Intrusion and Interior Damage:
When perimeter caulk and flashing fail, wind-driven rain finds the path of least resistance. That means stained sills, bubbling paint, warped trim, and hidden moisture behind drywall.

Safety and Security Exposure:
A sash that won’t close squarely or locks that won’t engage aren’t “annoyances.” They’re access points — especially on ground floors and in mixed-use buildings.

THE BIG APPLE window replacement protocol

We treat window replacement as a building-envelope upgrade: measured, engineered, and documented. No shortcuts. No guesswork.

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Site measurement & option matching
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Site measurement & option matching

Our window installers measure openings, check frame conditions, and match the right solution for your home — vinyl replacement windows, wood, or hybrid systems — including basement, bay, and casement window replacement options when geometry is complex.
Controlled removal with finish protection
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Controlled removal with finish protection

We protect floors, furniture, and trim, then remove old units without damaging surrounding plaster, tile, or interior casing.
Final walkthrough & co-op-ready paperwork
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Final walkthrough & co-op-ready paperwork

You get a clean finish, full operation testing (open, close, lock, tilt where applicable), and a walkthrough with a supervisor. If your building requires insurance documentation or scheduling coordination, we handle it as part of the window replacement service.

Big Apple Window Company at work

More than 2 decades of experience in property maintenance.

Restore windows

See the difference when replacement windows are installed for performance, not speed.

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PROJECT:
Prewar Co-op, Upper West Side, Manhattan

RESULT:
Drafts eliminated, smooth operation restored, quieter interior.

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Engineering specifications & guarantees

Clear specs. Straight answers. Compare our specs against any window replacement company in NYC.

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Installation standard

Measured openings, flashed sills, low-expansion foam, and clean perimeter caulk – built to stop drafts, leaks, and sticking.

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Glass & safety

Tempered and double-pane options as required; code-compliant safety glazing for NYC homes, including hazardous locations.

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Energy performance

Low-E and argon packages reduce heat loss and solar gain — a practical upgrade for home window replacement in NYC.

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Risk management

$11M umbrella coverage and OSHA-trained crews – plus co-op and condo paperwork coordinated with building management.

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EXPERIENCE THE NEW STANDARD

Join our community of 200 + buildings and over 50,000 homeowners clients

While we’re on-site

Our technicians spot related window issues during replacement work.

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Foggy or failed insulated glass?

See IGU Replacement

See IGU replacement
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Drafty windows?

See Weatherstripping Services

See weatherstripping services
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Torn or bent screens?

See Screen Repairs

See screen repairs