The casement window features a side crank and hinges, making it an easy-to-use alternative for hard-to-reach places that need a window, such as behind the couch or kitchen sink. Since it comes in a range of styles for homeowners to choose between, the casement window can match nearly any home's aesthetic. Read on to learn more about the prices associated with a casement window.
General Costs for a Casement Window
The wide variety of colors and options available for the modern casement window makes it an excellent choice. Casement windows are also one of the least expensive window options. At their most affordable, casement windows cost about $195 to $550 per window. On the other end of the cost spectrum, a fully customized casement window with a high \-quality frame and high-performance glass can cost $1500 and up. Because a casement window can vary in size, installation costs generally range between $75 and $250. Bundle prices may be available for installing several windows at once.
Options for a Casement Window
Casement window frames have several different materials available. Frames made of traditional woods such as pine, mahogany, or oak tend to be the most expensive option for the casement windows. The new high-quality material, aluminum clad, gives homeowners the option of wood for the frame's interior and aluminum on the exterior. Newer materials like vinyl and fiberglass tend to be cheaper and are still able to provide insulation and the natural appearance of wood.
Energy Efficient Casement Windows
Of all operable windows, the casement window is the most energy efficient, providing the best seal and the most insulation. The average U-factor (insulation value) for casement windows is 0.17-0.18, while the SGHC (solar heat gain coefficient) usually is around 0.20-0.21. The addition of the high-performance low-e glass can boost your casement window's insulation considerably. Low-e glass is a more expensive investment initially and can cost between $40 and $55 per square foot. However, in the long run, this type of glass can create considerable savings for energy bills.
Summary: Both Energy and Cost Efficient
Unlike other operable windows, the casement window provides an unobstructed view and excellent ventilation. Coming in many shapes and styles, it is an energy efficient and easy to match window type, making the casement window a great choice for nearly any home.
