How SashPoint works

What SashPoint does

SashPoint is a free matching service for homeowners in the US. We help you learn the basics, then we connect you with licensed and insured window installers in your area.

We do not install windows, make windows, pull permits, or act as your contractor. We are here to help you compare options with clearer information, especially if window terms feel confusing or English is not your first language.

If you are just starting, you can get matched or review typical window costs first.

How the process works, step by step

1. You tell us about your project.
We ask for basic project and contact details, like your ZIP code, the number of windows, what problems you are trying to fix, and how to reach you. We only need the information required to help with matching. We do not need financial account numbers, Social Security numbers, or other sensitive records.

2. We match you with local installers.
Based on your project and area, we try to connect you with licensed and insured companies that handle window replacement.

3. You talk with installers and compare details.
Ask what type of replacement they recommend, such as insert or full-frame. Ask about the frame material, glass package, and ratings. A good quote should clearly show things like Low-E coating, double or triple pane, argon gas, U-factor, and SHGC.

4. You choose what happens next.
You decide who to meet, who to get quotes from, and whether to hire anyone at all. There is no obligation to move forward.

If these terms are new to you, our guides on window energy ratings and glass packages can help you ask better questions.

What it costs you

SashPoint is free for homeowners. You do not pay us to use the service. Participating installers pay a flat fee to take part.

Your actual window project cost is separate, and it depends on the job.

Typical installed price ranges for many homes are:
- $400-$1,200 per standard replacement window for most common styles
- $700-$1,600 per impact window in areas where impact-rated products are used
- $1,500-$4,500 per bay or bow window
- $8,000-$25,000+ for a whole-house project in many cases

These are typical ranges, not quotes or guarantees. The real price depends on:
- number and size of windows
- window style
- frame material
- glass package
- full-frame vs insert replacement
- your home's age and condition
- local labor costs and area

Energy-efficient windows can reduce drafts and heat loss, but savings are usually modest and variable, not guaranteed. Actual savings depend on the climate, your current windows, the glass package, installation quality, and local energy rates.

You stay in control

This part matters. Many homeowners get rushed. You do not have to.

You compare quotes. You choose who to hire. You hold the final payment.

Before you sign anything:
- Verify the installer's license and insurance yourself
- Get the full price and scope in writing before any deposit
- Make sure the quote lists the frame material, glass package, U-factor, and SHGC
- Ask whether the job is insert replacement or full-frame replacement
- Ask who handles permits and inspections, and follow local permits and building code
- Do not rely on verbal promises

If you want a checklist, see how to vet a window installer.

What a smart quote comparison looks like

Do not compare quotes by price alone. Two bids can look close, but the products may be very different.

Look for these details in each quote:
- Window style: double-hung, casement, slider, picture, and so on
- Frame material: vinyl, fiberglass, or wood
- Glass package: double pane or triple pane, Low-E, argon gas
- Performance ratings: U-factor and SHGC
- Scope of work: insert vs full-frame, trim work, disposal, interior or exterior repairs
- Warranty details: product and labor, and who stands behind each one

For example, if you are comparing double-hung windows with another style, or considering energy-efficient windows, the right choice depends on your home, weather, and budget. The lowest price is not always the best value if the glass package or installation scope is weaker.