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Window, Door & Home Advice for Minnesota Homes
Straight answers on window replacement cost, patio and entry doors, finish carpentry, permits and hiring a contractor in Minnesota from a licensed local crew.
The Best Time of Year to Replace Windows in Minnesota
Fall is the best time to replace windows for most Minnesota homeowners: crews have openings after the summer rush, the weather still suits sealants, and you get a full winter out of the tighter windows. But windows go in year-round in the Twin Cities, including January. A crew that works one opening at a time has the house closed back up within about an hour per window.
How Much Does Window Replacement Cost in Minnesota? (2026 Guide)
Published Minnesota ranges in 2026 put window replacement at roughly $450–$900 per window for a vinyl insert and $1,000–$2,500 or more per opening for full-frame fiberglass or wood with new trim. The window itself, insert versus full-frame, the glass package and the trim work move the number more than anything else. Get an itemized quote per opening, not one lump sum.
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