New windows and doors improve comfort, cut energy bills and add long-term value to your home. Juniper Windows Long Beach 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 homeowners arrive naming - the most impact certifications in the industry$$$
- More impact certifications than any other line we quote
- WinGuard, EnergyVue and ClassicVue Max systems built for every wind zone
- 99% on-time delivery keeps your install date on the calendar
CGIThe heavyweight impact line$$$$$
- Large-missile impact ratings for the strictest wind zones
- Architectural-grade aluminum with commercial-depth frames
- The line we quote when protection is the whole point
CWSThe value pick$$
- Vinyl systems built to strict wind codes
- Strong energy packages at the friendliest price point
- The smart start for whole-home replacements on a budget
ESWSlim lines, big glass$$$$
- Narrow-sightline aluminum for modern elevations
- Oversized openings and floor-to-ceiling glass
- Impact-rated without the bunker look
ECOThe aluminum impact workhorse$$$
- Factory-built aluminum impact systems
- A strong price-to-protection ratio for coastal homes
- Proven inventory lines with short lead times
Single & Double Hung Windows in Long Beach, CA
Single hung and double hung windows are the two most common window styles in Long Beach homes, and the difference comes down to one thing: on a single hung, only the bottom sash moves. On a double hung, both the top and bottom sashes slide up and down. Most homeowners in neighborhoods like Belmont Heights, Bixby Knolls, and Naples find double hung windows easier to live with because you can tilt both sashes inward for cleaning, but single hung windows typically cost 15 to 25 percent less and still deliver the classic look. Juniper Windows Long Beach installs both styles, and we’ll give you a written price before any work starts. Call (562) 317-8865 to schedule a free estimate, or keep reading if you want to understand the real differences before you commit. If you’re comparing this to other project types, our Window Installation page covers the full range of what we do.
These windows are the workhorses of Long Beach architecture. Walk down any street in California Heights or Los Altos and you’ll see them in Spanish Colonial homes from the 1920s, mid-century ranch houses, and newer stucco builds alike. They’re vertically oriented, which means they maximize air flow in narrow wall openings. On windy afternoons when the ocean breeze kicks up off the harbor, double hung windows let you open the top sash to vent warm air while keeping the bottom closed against dust and noise. That’s a real advantage in a city where coastal living means living with wind.
Juniper is a hardy evergreen built to handle sun, wind, and cold, and honestly, that’s a fitting name for what these windows have to endure on the Long Beach coastline. Salt air, afternoon sun exposure, and the occasional Santa Ana wind event all take a toll on window frames and hardware. We install double hung and single hung windows from Mr-Glass, ViewLux, and PGT as part of our Window Installation Near Me in Long Beach, CA service, so you’re getting frames and glass engineered for exactly these conditions. Not a generic vinyl window with a coastal zip code slapped on the brochure.
Key Takeaways
- Single hung windows have one movable sash; double hung windows have two. Double hung costs more but is easier to clean and gives you better ventilation control.
- Single and double hung window installation in Long Beach typically runs $450 to $1,100 per window including labor, with material choices and frame type driving the biggest swings.
- Every Juniper Windows Long Beach job comes with a written price before work starts and the 365-Day Done Right Promise in writing.
- We install Mr-Glass, ViewLux, and PGT hung windows with Low-E glass, impact-rated options, and custom sizing for older Long Beach homes.
- Call (562) 317-8865 for a free estimate. A real person answers, 24/7.
When You Need Single & Double Hung Windows
Here’s what we hear most often from Long Beach homeowners when they realize their hung windows are done:
- You can feel a draft standing three feet away. Old wood sashes warp over time, especially in homes near the water where humidity swings are constant. If you feel air moving near a closed window in Belmont Shore or Peninsula, the weatherstripping channel is likely shot.
- The sash won’t stay up without a prop. Broken sash cords, worn spiral balances, or failed block-and-tackle systems are common in windows over 15 years old. If you’re using a stick or a book to hold a window open, that’s not a quirk, it’s a failure.
- You can’t clean the exterior side from inside. This is the most common reason people switch from single hung to double hung. Single hung sashes don’t tilt inward for cleaning, so second-story windows become a ladder job. In a two-story Naples house, double hung tilting sashes change everything.
- Condensation between the panes is permanent. When an insulated glass unit loses its seal, you get fog you can’t wipe away. In Long Beach’s coastal humidity, failed seals are visible year-round, not just seasonally.
- Street noise levels are creeping up. Older single-pane hung windows do almost nothing to cut sound. Upgrading to double hung windows with laminated glass makes a measurable difference on busy corridors like 7th Street, PCH, or anywhere near the airport flight path.
- The window frames are soft to the touch. Dry rot in wood frames is a slow-moving problem in Long Beach’s marine layer climate. If a screwdriver sinks into the sill, the frame is compromised and patching won’t hold.
If any of these sound familiar, the fix starts with a free assessment. We’ll measure the openings, check the rough openings for rot or settling issues, and give you a written number. No vague estimate, no door-to-door adjustment. The price on the quote is the price on the invoice.
Single Hung vs. Double Hung: How to Choose
Both styles share the same basic anatomy: a frame, two sashes, a set of balances that hold the sashes in place, and weatherstripping that seals the gaps. The practical differences come down to how you use the window.
Single Hung Windows
- Only the bottom sash moves. The top sash is fixed in place.
- Lower material cost because there are fewer moving parts and less hardware.
- Fewer places for air to leak, which translates to slightly better energy efficiency at the same glass package.
- Cleaning the exterior of upper-story single hung windows requires access from outside.
Double Hung Windows
- Both sashes move independently. You can open the top, the bottom, or both.
- Both sashes tilt inward on most modern models, which makes cleaning safe and easy from inside the home.
- Better ventilation control. Opening both sashes slightly creates a convection current: warm air exits through the top, cooler air enters through the bottom.
- Higher cost due to additional balance hardware, locks, and moving sash layers.
In Long Beach specifically, the double hung advantage is hard to ignore. The top sash vent is ideal for the marine layer mornings when opening the whole window means letting in damp air. During heat waves, running both sashes open dramatically improves air movement in older bungalows that predate central air. If your home is in a historic district like Bluff Park or Rose Park, talk to us before you buy; some neighborhoods have architectural guidelines that affect window style and exterior finish.
Our Single & Double Hung Windows Process
- You call or book online. A real person answers the phone, 24/7. No call center script, no voicemail tag. We’ll ask about your window count, rough measurements if you have them, and any specific problems you’re seeing. Then we’ll set a time for a free on-site estimate.
- We measure and assess every opening. A background-checked Juniper technician arrives at a scheduled time, walks the interior and exterior of each window location, checks the rough opening dimensions, and inspects for water damage, lead paint considerations in pre-1978 homes, and any structural issues that need to be flagged before installation day.
- You get a written price. Before anything is ordered or any screw turns, you receive a line-item quote covering the windows, installation labor, trim work, and disposal. That price is fixed in writing. The 365-Day Done Right Promise is attached to the same document, spelling out coverage for a full year after installation.
- We order and schedule. Custom-sized hung windows from Mr-Glass, ViewLux, or PGT typically arrive in one to three weeks depending on the product line and glass package. We confirm the install date and you get a live arrival time on install day, just like tracking a rideshare.
- Installation day. Technicians remove the old sashes and frames, repair or shim the rough opening as needed, set the new window with proper flashing and insulation, and install interior and exterior trim. We take before-and-after photos of every job.
- Walkthrough and digital invoice. You inspect the work with the lead technician. Once you sign off, you receive a digital invoice you can pay from a link. If anything isn’t right, you have 365 days to call us back and we’ll make it right, parts and labor, in writing.
The Relay Standard is the name we use for this booking and visibility experience: book in a tap, live arrival time, before-and-after photos, written price, digital invoice. Most Long Beach window companies still run on the old model of a four-hour arrival window and a handshake. We don’t.
Single & Double Hung Windows Pricing in Long Beach
Here’s the straight answer: single and double hung window installation in Long Beach typically runs $450 to $1,100 per window including materials, labor, and disposal. Single hung windows usually land at the lower end of that range, between $450 and $800. Double hung windows range from $550 to $1,100 depending on size, frame material, glass package, and whether the opening needs additional structural work.
| Window Configuration | Typical Cost Per Window (Installed) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Single hung, vinyl frame, standard size (36″ x 48″) | $450 – $650 | Most affordable option. Fixed top sash. Good for budget-conscious replacements. |
| Single hung, vinyl frame, custom size | $600 – $850 | Custom sizing needed for older Long Beach homes with non-standard openings. |
| Double hung, vinyl frame, standard size | $550 – $800 | Both sashes tilt in for cleaning. Best value for most homeowners. |
| Double hung, vinyl frame, impact-rated glass | $800 – $1,100 | Impact-rated glass built to resist wind-borne debris. PGT product line. |
| Double hung, custom size, Low-E glass package | $700 – $1,000 | Low-E coatings cut heat gain. Important for west-facing rooms in Long Beach. |
| Double hung, wood or wood-clad frame | $900 – $1,100+ | Premium look for historic homes. Requires more maintenance than vinyl. |
These are real ranges from our Long Beach installations, not national averages copied from a home improvement site. Your exact price depends on the following:
- Window size and count. Larger windows cost more at every step: more glass, more frame, more labor. A wall of five large hung windows in a bluff-top home in Alamitos Heights will cost more than two standard windows in a Willow Street bungalow.
- Frame material. Vinyl is the most affordable and most common in Long Beach. Wood and wood-clad frames look better on historic properties but cost significantly more.
- Glass package. Single-pane is not something we install. Double-pane with Low-E coating is our standard. Triple-pane, laminated glass for sound reduction, and impact-rated glass from PGT all add cost per window.
- Existing condition of the opening. If the rough opening has rot, termite damage, or is out of square, there’s carpentry involved before the new window goes in. We’ll flag this on the written quote, not after the old window comes out.
- Floor level and access. First-floor windows are straightforward. Third-floor windows in a Belmont Shore duplex require scaffolding or lift equipment, which adds labor cost.
- Trim and flashing work. Interior stool and apron, exterior casing, brickmould, and drip cap flashing vary by house. Some Long Beach homes need full trim replacement; some don’t.
Before you call around, know this: the lowest bid on hung windows usually means someone is cutting either the labor quality or the window quality, and you won’t know which until the first windy day. We don’t play that game. The price we quote is the price you pay, and the 365-Day Done Right Promise means you have a full year of coverage on parts and labor if anything goes wrong. If a repair fails within the year, the second visit is free. No charge, no argument.
For a precise number on your specific windows, call (562) 317-8865. Estimates are free, and you’ll get the written price at the appointment. Not later, not by email three days after, but at the appointment.
Window Brands We Install for Hung Windows
Juniper Windows Long Beach has access to eight product lines, but for single and double hung windows in Long Beach, we most often specify three: Mr-Glass, ViewLux, and PGT. Here’s why each matters.
Mr-Glass offers vinyl hung windows with solid U-factor ratings and simple, durable hardware. If you’re replacing windows on a rental property or a flip in North Long Beach, Mr-Glass gives you the cleanest balance of cost and performance.
ViewLux is a strong fit for homeowners who want a more refined look. Their hung windows have narrow sightlines, which means more glass area and less frame. In a craftsman home in Rose Park with original trim details, ViewLux preserves the aesthetic while upgrading the glass.
PGT is the line we recommend when impact-rated glass is on the table. Their hung windows are engineered to meet hurricane-zone county impact standards, which exceeds anything Long Beach building code requires. If you’re in a wind-exposed area near the coast or simply want the highest level of protection against wind-borne debris, PGT is the answer.
We also carry Therma-Tru for door projects, which matters if you’re doing a comprehensive exterior update. Just note that Therma-Tru is a door product line, not a window line. For hung windows, it’s Mr-Glass, ViewLux, or PGT.
We’ll walk you through the tradeoffs on glass packages, U-factor, and Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) during the estimate. U-factor measures how well a window resists heat transfer; lower is better. SHGC measures how much solar heat passes through the glass; in Long Beach, west-facing windows with a lower SHGC make a real difference on August afternoons.
Long Beach Climate and Your Hung Windows
Long Beach sits in a mild coastal climate zone, which is a polite way of saying the weather is mostly pleasant but the environment is rough on building materials. Salt air corrodes hardware. Afternoon sun exposure ages vinyl and wears out weatherstripping. The marine layer brings morning moisture that seeps into unprotected wood. And while Long Beach doesn’t get hurricanes, it does get periodic strong winds off the San Pedro Bay and the occasional Santa Ana event that pushes dry, dusty air through the city at 40-plus miles per hour.
All of this shapes how we specify hung windows here. We recommend double-pane Low-E glass as the baseline, not an upsell. The Low-E coating reflects infrared and ultraviolet light, which keeps rooms cooler in the summer and protects furniture and flooring from sun fade. We recommend impact-rated glass from PGT for homes in beachside neighborhoods like Naples, Peninsula, and Belmont Shore, where windows face stronger wind exposure. And we pay extra attention to flashing and sealing on every installation because the coastal air will find any gap you leave behind.
If your home was built before 1978, lead paint may be present around existing window frames. This is a legitimate concern in older Long Beach neighborhoods like Willmore City and Bluff Heights. Our installation process includes lead-safe work practices where applicable. We’ll discuss this during the estimate if your home falls into that age range.
Common Long Beach Homes and Hung Window Fitment
Spanish Colonial (1920s – 1940s)
These homes, common in Los Altos and California Heights, typically have deeper window openings and smaller glass-to-frame ratios. Custom sizing is almost always required. We match the original sightlines with ViewLux narrow-profile frames.
Mid-century Ranch (1950s – 1970s)
Wide, low wall sections with multiple adjacent windows. Double hung models with a consistent frame width work well here, and replacing all the adjacent windows at once gives the cleanest result.
Bungalow (1900s – 1930s)
Rose Park, Bluff Park, and Alamitos Beach have a high concentration of California bungalows. These homes often have original wood sash windows that are beyond repair. Wood-clad double hung frames preserve the period look while improving energy performance dramatically.
Newer Stucco Builds (1980s – present)
Standard-size vinyl double hung windows with Low-E glass are a direct fit and typically the fastest installs we do in Long Beach. Still, we measure every opening; “standard” doesn’t mean “close enough.”
FAQs – Single & Double Hung Windows
How much does it cost to install single or double hung windows in Long Beach?
Installation costs in Long Beach typically range from $450 to $1,100 per window, with single hung windows on the lower end and impact-rated double hung windows from PGT on the higher end. The biggest price drivers are window size, glass package, frame material, and the condition of the existing rough opening. Call (562) 317-8865 for an exact quote; estimates are free, and the written price covers everything, installation labor and disposal included.
Which is better for Long Beach, single hung or double hung windows?
Double hung windows are the better choice for most Long Beach homes because the tilting sashes make cleaning easy on second-story bedrooms, and the top sash ventilation helps manage humidity and cooling without opening the whole window. Single hung windows are the better choice when budget is the primary concern and the windows are on the first floor with accessible exterior cleaning, while Awning & Hopper Windows suit different ventilation needs.
Can you replace single hung windows with double hung windows?
Yes. The rough opening doesn’t change because both window types are designed for the same vertical framing layout. If your existing single hung windows are standard sizes, double hung replacements drop into the same openings. If the openings are non-standard, we order custom double hung windows measured to fit. This is a common upgrade in older Long Beach homes where cleaning second-story windows from inside is a priority.
Do you offer impact-rated hungry windows for Long Beach coastal homes?
Yes. We install impact-rated double hung windows from PGT. Impact-rated glass is built to resist wind-borne debris without shattering. While Long Beach building code doesn’t mandate impact glazing, homeowners in beachside neighborhoods like Naples and Belmont Shore often choose it for the added protection and the storm damage insurance considerations. The upgrade typically adds $200 to $300 per window compared to a standard double-pane Low-E unit.
How long does hung window installation take in Long Beach?
Most hung window installations are completed in one day for up to five windows. Larger multi-window projects may span two days. The biggest scheduling variable is custom window fabrication, which typically takes one to three weeks depending on the product line and glass package. We’ll confirm your install date and give you a live arrival time on install day.
Is it cheaper to repair a hung window or replace it?
If the failure is isolated to a single component, like a broken balance or a worn weatherstrip, repair is often cheaper at $100 to $300 per window. But if the glass seal has failed, the frame is soft or warped, or multiple hardware components are worn out, replacement is usually the better investment. We’ll give you an honest recommendation on the free estimate. We won’t sell you a replacement when a repair will hold. Call (562) 317-8865 and we’ll tell you which side of the line your windows are on.
Why Long Beach Homeowners Choose Juniper Windows Long Beach
Sean Mackey founded Juniper Windows & Doors in 2001 as part of the Relay Home Co. family, and the core idea was simple then and now: put the price in writing before the work starts, and stand behind the finished job for a full year. No estimate that magically grows. No “we’ll see what we find once we open the wall.” No chasing a contractor for a punch-list repair.
Here’s what that looks like on a hung window project in Long Beach:
- Written price before any work starts. The quote covers the windows, the labor, the trim, the disposal, and any structural repairs we identify during the walkthrough. It’s fixed. It’s in writing.
- The 365-Day Done Right Promise. If the installation isn’t done right, we make it right. Parts and labor, 365 days, in writing. If a repair fails within the year, the second visit is free.
- Background-checked, uniformed technicians. You know exactly who is walking through your door. No mystery labor, no subcontracted stranger. Juniper technicians on every job.
- A real person answers the phone, 24/7. You call, a person picks up. Not a menu tree. Not a callback in 48 hours. That includes 2 a.m. if you’ve got water coming through a failed window during a storm.
- The Relay Visibility Guarantee. Live arrival time you can track, before-and-after photos of every job, and a digital invoice you can pay from a link. The same transparency you expect from every other service in your life, now for your windows.
Each Juniper location is independently owned and operated under The Relay Visibility Guarantee. That means the people installing your windows in Long Beach are your neighbors, accountable locally, and holding themselves to a standard that’s in writing on every job.
Get Your Free Hung Window Estimate in Long Beach
Replacing single and double hung windows changes how a house lives. Better light, quieter rooms, lower energy bills, and windows that open and close without a fight. If you’re ready to get real numbers, call (562) 317-8865 now. You’ll talk to a real person, schedule a free on-site estimate, and get a written price for your hung window installation. No obligation, no pressure, no surprises. Just the number, in writing, before anything starts.
Written by Sean Mackey, Owner at Juniper Windows Long Beach, serving Long Beach.
Six Reasons Homeowners Choose Juniper Windows Long Beach
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.