New windows and doors improve comfort, cut energy bills and add long-term value to your home. Hale Windows Austin pairs proven product lines with our own installing crews for lasting performance - and a price we put in writing.
Choose your installer
The unit is half the job - the install is the other half. Our own background-checked crews measure, set, seal and insulate every opening, and they know the lines we quote inside and out because they install them every week.
Select the right products
Compare styles, materials and glass packages side by side until the fit is right for your rooms, your budget and your goals. The product-line comparison below is the place to start.
Prepare your home for install
Before install day we walk you through a short checklist - furniture pulled back, treatments down, a clear path to each opening - so install day is watch-it-happen, not scramble.
Compare the Lines We Quote
Every project is priced on the same lines, side by side - the price indicators below are relative, and your consultant shows exact numbers on your actual openings.
PGTThe line Florida homeowners arrive naming - the most Miami-Dade certifications in the industry$$$
- More Miami-Dade NOA certifications than any other line we quote
- WinGuard, EnergyVue and ClassicVue Max systems built for every wind zone
- 99% on-time delivery keeps your install date on the calendar
CGIThe heavyweight impact line$$$$$
- Large-missile impact ratings for the strictest wind zones
- Architectural-grade aluminum with commercial-depth frames
- The line we quote when protection is the whole point
CWSThe Florida value pick$$
- Vinyl systems built in Florida for Florida codes
- Strong energy packages at the friendliest price point
- The smart start for whole-home replacements on a budget
ESWSlim lines, big glass$$$$
- Narrow-sightline aluminum for modern elevations
- Oversized openings and floor-to-ceiling glass
- Impact-rated without the bunker look
ECOThe aluminum impact workhorse$$$
- Miami-built aluminum impact systems
- A strong price-to-protection ratio for coastal homes
- Proven inventory lines with short lead times
Fast, Reliable Window Repair Across Austin
Window repair in Austin means dealing with two very different realities: modern infill homes with floor-to-ceiling glass in Mueller that fail one way, and 1970s – 80s suburban tracts off Parmer Lane and out toward Round Rock that fail another. Our crews handle both, usually within the same day, because we stock parts for the eight brands we service and we know Austin’s housing stock block by block. If you’ve got a sash that won’t stay up, a lock that won’t catch, or a seal that’s fogged over, call (254) 736-6486 and we’ll give you a written price before anyone picks up a tool.
Why Hale Windows Austin Is Austin’s Preferred Window Repair Company
We’ve been repairing windows and doors in Austin since 2009, and the work here is different from anywhere else in Texas. Austin growth has created a strange mix: 1920s bungalows in Hyde Park, 1960s – 80s ranch homes with original aluminum windows in Crestview and Allandale, and brand-new glass-heavy townhomes off East 12th. Each one fails differently, and each one needs a repair approach that respects the existing frame, the limestone veneer, or the low-E spec on newer glass. General contractors patch. We repair to the original function and seal.
The Threshold Standard is the reason a lot of Austin homeowners call us after a bad experience with another company. Before any visit, you get the technician’s name and photo. That person has been background-checked, identity-verified, and arrives in a Hale uniform with a photo badge. You know exactly who is at your door before you open it. For people home alone, parents with kids, and older homeowners, that specific assurance matters more than any slogan.
Austin customers also tell us they value the 365-Day Done Right Promise. It’s not vague. If a repair we make fails within a year, we come back and make it right. No argument. Every repair also carries a written guarantee, and a second visit to fix a failed repair is free. Spencer Odell, who leads our Austin team, insists that every written price lands in your hands before work starts. No revised invoices after the fact, no mystery line items.
We answer the phone live, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. No voicemail tree, no callback queue. You call (254) 736-6486 and a person picks up.
Broken Window Repair in Austin
Broken window repair in Austin is usually triggered by one of four things: a hailstone from a spring storm, a baseball from the neighbor kid, a stress crack from a settling foundation, or a failed attempt to force open a painted-shut sash. Most single-pane replacements on older Austin homes run $180 – $340, while insulated glass units (IGUs) on newer Mueller or East Austin builds typically run $350 – $650 depending on size and low-E coating. We measure the opening, match the glass type to the existing glazing, and replace the pane or the IGU without disturbing the frame.
Single-Pane Glass Replacement
Central Austin bungalows from the 1920s through the 1960s still have a surprising number of single-pane wood sashes. We cut to size, re-glaze with the right compound, and repaint the glazing face when needed. That kind of repair keeps the original window doing its job for another decade instead of forcing you into a full replacement quote.
Insulated Glass Unit (IGU) Replacement
Newer homes and anything retrofitted in the last 20 years use sealed double-pane units. When the seal fails, moisture fogs between the panes and the glass stops insulating. We source the correct IGU from our eight product lines, including PGT, CGI, CWS, ES Windows, ECO Window Systems, Mr-Glass, Therma-Tru, and ViewLux, and install it without replacing the entire window. Expect this to run $350 – $650 on most Austin homes.
Window Lock Repair in Austin
Window lock repair in Austin often comes down to 40-year-old hardware on a house built during the 1970s – 80s boom. Original aluminum locks shear, springs wear out, and keepers no longer align. On newer homes, the issue is usually a keeper that was never shimmed correctly from day one. Repair runs $90 – $180 per window, and we’re typically able to match the original hardware or upgrade to a modern lock without changing the sash. If the frame has shifted, we address the alignment, not just the lock itself.
1960s – 80s Ranch Window Lock Replacement
Homes in Allandale, Crestview, and the north-side tracts built between 1960 and 1985 often came with cheap barrel locks on single-pane aluminum sashes. After decades of Austin sun, the pot-metal internals snap. We replace them with modern cam-action locks that engage better and cost about the same as repairing the old one, around $110 – $160 installed.
Casement and Awning Window Lock Repair
Mueller townhomes and newer builds in South Austin lean heavily on casement and awning windows with multi-point locks. When one point sticks, the whole mechanism goes slack, leaving the window unsecured. We clean, lubricate, and adjust the gearboxes, or replace the hardware when it’s stripped. Most repairs run $130 – $230 per window.
Trusted Brands We Service in Austin
We install and service windows and doors from eight professional-grade lines, including PGT, CGI, CWS, ES Windows, ECO Window Systems, Mr-Glass, Therma-Tru, and ViewLux. That matters when a Therma-Tru door hinge needs a specific replacement part, or a PGT impact window needs a new lock assembly that a big-box store doesn’t stock. We keep local inventory in our Austin metro office, so a repair doesn’t stall for a two-week special order. Matching the right part to the right product line is part of what we do. It’s also why a written estimate from us names the exact component you’re paying for.
Common Window Repair Problems We See in Austin Homes
- Sun-seared aluminum frames on 1970s – 80s ranch homes. Single-pane aluminum windows in Crestview and Allandale warp from constant exposure, which breaks the seal and lets humid air condense between panes by August. You’ll see fogging first, then a crank that won’t turn.
- Freeze-thaw damage from winter storms. The 2021 freeze wasn’t a one-off; Austin gets frost cycles every winter. North-facing sashes that stay cold the longest develop cracked glass and shredded weatherstripping. We see a spike in calls after every hard freeze.
- Limestone veneer flashing failures. ‘Austin Stone’ homes from the 1960s – 80s need custom flashing when a window sill rots or a frame pulls away. The irregular stone surface leaves gaps that a flat, box-store replacement flashing can’t bridge, so water eventually finds its way into the jamb.
- Fogged IGUs on modern Mueller builds. The sleek floor-to-ceiling glass in Mueller looks great until a seal fails and the unit fogs. Direct sun on the south and west elevations accelerates the failure. We see these on homes hardly ten years old.
Pricing for Window Repair in Austin, TX
Most window repairs in Austin run between $90 and $650, depending on what’s actually broken. A lock replacement is $90 – $180. A single-pane glass replacement is $180 – $340. An IGU replacement is $350 – $650. The price changes with glass size, low-E coating, frame type, and whether the window sits at ground level or needs ladder access. We don’t give phone estimates for glass work without seeing the window; we give you a written line-item price before any work starts, and that price doesn’t change unless you ask us to add something. Call (254) 736-6486 to schedule a free estimate.
We Also Serve Cities Near Austin
We serve Austin and the surrounding communities of Manor, Round Rock, Buda, and Hutto. If you’re outside the immediate city limits, have a look at our Austin page or our Window Repair service page to see what we cover. Whether you’re in a 1980s brick veneer west of Round Rock or a new build off 130, we bring the same written price and the same Threshold Standard to every job.
Serving Austin, TX - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Austin area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs About Window Repair in Austin
In most cases, you do not need a county permit to repair glass, hardware, or weatherstripping on an existing window, even on acreage with septic and well setbacks. Permits come into play when you change the size of the window opening or replace the entire window with a different type. We tell you upfront if your repair crosses that line, and we pull permits when required. It’s part of scoping the job before we quote. Call (254) 736-6486 if you’re unsure.
The west side of your Austin home takes the full brunt of the afternoon sun, which drives the glass and frame through daily temperature swings that don’t let up. The sealant inside the insulated glass unit expands and contracts faster on that elevation, and after a few years it gives out. That’s why we recommend low-E glass with an SHGC tuned for Austin sun on west-facing replacements. It’s a specific fix that keeps the room from baking and extends the life of the seal.
Yes. Most 1960s ranch windows in Austin have simple hardware that we can replace or upgrade without touching the glass or the frame. We’ll remove the old lock, check the keeper alignment, and install a modern cam-action or positive-locking replacement that actually engages. The repair typically runs $90 – $180, which is a good deal less than any full window quote you’ll see.
We cut custom flashing and build it out to fit the irregular stone face, then seal the gap with a paintable elastomeric that bonds to both limestone and the window frame. A flat replacement flashing won’t work on Austin Stone; the stone face is too irregular and the gap behind it too deep. This is a detail we’ve learned from hundreds of Austin-area repairs, and it’s one reason a Dallas or Houston tech will often misdiagnose the leak. Call (254) 736-6486 for a written quote.
Yes. We repair windows in detached shops, garages, barns, and ADUs, and we scope those jobs the same way we scope the main house. That means accounting for the long material haul, the grading and drainage around the slab, and the access path to the outbuilding. If the window is a fixed pane in a metal building, or an old wood sash in a converted studio, we’ll match the repair to how that structure actually performs, not just how a standard house window should be filled. A written price applies to these jobs, too.
Written by Spencer Odell, Owner at Hale Windows Austin, serving Austin since 2009.
Six Reasons Homeowners Choose Hale Windows Austin
Laminated glass and reinforced frames hold up to wind-driven rain, hail and flying debris, so your openings stay sealed when the weather turns.
Low-E insulated impact glass from our manufacturer lines commonly cuts monthly cooling bills 20-30%.
Laminated impact glass shuts out up to 40% of outside noise - traffic, neighbors, weather.
Monitoring services run $30-90 a month. Laminated impact glass resists forced entry around the clock, with no subscription.
Tighter seals and insulated glass even out hot and cold rooms and stop the drafts at the frame.
A full impact package upgrades curb appeal, buyer confidence and appraised value in one project.