Awning Window Replacement in McKinney, TX
The window you can leave open when it rains. Hinged at the top, opening out from the bottom, an awning window ventilates in weather that shuts every other window in the house. Woodruff has been installing them right since 1982.
The crank and hinge have to be set right. That’s where most installations fall short.
An awning window lives and dies by its hardware. A hinge that binds or a crank that slips will undermine an otherwise solid window inside of two seasons. Our in-house crews set it right, test it before they leave, and finish the trim to match. That standard hasn’t changed since 1982.
Precision Trim & Paint Matching
Every awning window we install gets finished interior and exterior trim, color-matched to your home’s existing palette. Clean lines, no gaps, no exposed caulk beads left to weather.
In-House Crews. Never Subcontracted.
Every installer on your job works for Woodruff directly. Our lead crew member has been with us since 1997. The standard doesn’t change based on project size or time of year.
Hardware Test & Walkthrough Before We Leave
We crank every sash through its full range of motion and verify the latch engages flush before we pack up. You’ll know exactly how to operate it and what to expect from it long-term.
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Discover what makes an awning window the right choice for ventilation, privacy, and placement flexibility that other window types can’t match.
Hinged at the top. Built for weather, privacy, and tight spaces.
Top-Hinged Outward Operation
The sash is hinged at the top and opens outward from the bottom, so the glass acts as a canopy over the opening. Rain hits the exterior glass surface and runs off rather than entering the home.
Crank Operator Mechanism
A folding crank handle at the sill extends and retracts the sash with smooth, controlled motion. No lifting, no pulling, no sash to hold in position while you engage the latch.
High-Placement Versatility
Awning windows can be installed high on a wall where privacy is needed but ventilation isn’t optional, over a kitchen sink, above a bathroom shower, or clerestory-height in a living room. The crank operates the sash from the sill regardless of placement height.
A tight sash seal you can count on, even when it’s open in the rain
Cardinal LoĒ³-366 Low-E Glass
Triple-silver-coated glass blocks 95% of UV rays and rejects solar heat gain before it enters your home. Standard across our awning window installs, and especially valuable on south- and west-facing placements.
Argon Gas Fill
Argon between dual panes slows heat conduction across the glass, keeping conditioned air inside and radiant heat from the glass surface to a minimum on McKinney’s hottest afternoons.
ENERGY STAR South-Central Certified
Every awning window we install meets ENERGY STAR Version 7.0 requirements for the South-Central climate zone (U-Factor ≤ 0.28, SHGC ≤ 0.23), the benchmark that reflects McKinney’s actual thermal conditions.
One crank. One latch. Both have to be right.
Multi-Point Locking Latch
A multi-point latch pulls the sash tightly against the frame at multiple contact points when closed, compressing the weatherstrip evenly for an airtight seal and a secure closure.
Folding Crank Handle
The crank handle folds flat against the sill when not in use, so there’s nothing protruding into the interior space and nothing to catch on blinds or curtains during daily use.
Outward Opening Security Advantage
Because awning windows open outward and are operated by a crank rather than lifted from the bottom, they’re significantly harder to force from outside than a sliding or single hung window of the same size.
The right glass for where the window actually lives
Tempered Safety Glass
Required by code for awning windows installed near shower enclosures, floor level, and adjacent to doors. The right spec for any bathroom or wet-area placement, and available across all configurations we install.
Obscure & Frosted Glass
For bathroom, laundry room, and high-placement installations where privacy matters, frosted or patterned glass delivers natural light and ventilation without the sightline.
Sound-Control Laminated Glass
Laminated acoustic glass with an STC rating up to 34 is available for awning windows on street-facing or noise-adjacent elevations where you want ventilation without the ambient noise that comes with it.
Pella, Burris, NT Windows. All three make awning windows worth installing.
We install awning windows from Pella, Burris, and NT Windows. These are manufacturers whose crank mechanisms, hinge systems, and weatherstripping we’ve worked with long enough to trust. Each brand offers configurations built for North Texas heat and humidity cycles, and each comes backed by a limited lifetime warranty.
AWNING WINDOW SPECS & PERFORMANCE
Awning windows have fewer variables than most window types, but the specs still matter, especially for placements that see significant solar exposure or high daily use. Here’s how our three installation tiers compare for McKinney homeowners.
|
Feature / Spec |
Good (Standard) |
Better (Premium) |
Best (Architectural) |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Glass Panes |
Double-Pane |
Dual-pane with enhanced coating |
Triple-Pane |
|
Low-E Glass |
Cardinal LoĒ²-272 |
Cardinal LoĒ³-366 |
Cardinal LoĒ³-366 + LoĒ-i89 |
|
Insulating Gas |
Argon |
Argon |
Krypton |
|
U-Factor* |
0.28–0.32 |
0.23–0.28 |
0.17–0.22 |
|
SHGC* |
0.23–0.25 |
0.20–0.23 |
0.17–0.20 |
|
Frame Material |
Vinyl |
Multi-chamber reinforced vinyl |
Fiberglass or wood-clad |
|
Warranty |
Limited Lifetime |
Limited Lifetime (transferable) |
Limited Lifetime + extended glass |
*U-Factor and SHGC ranges represent typical NFRC-certified performance for the South-Central climate zone. Actual values vary by exact product configuration and window size. Ask your Woodruff consultant for product-specific NFRC labels.
What a properly installed awning window changes
Woodruff customers who add awning windows typically notice the same thing: rooms that were chronically stuffy now have a reliable ventilation path that doesn’t depend on the weather cooperating. Here’s the measurable side of that.
Ventilation on rainy days that would shut every other operable window in the house, because the outward-opening sash sheds water rather than channeling it inside.
Reduced solar heat gain with Cardinal LoĒ³-366 glass blocking up to 95% of UV rays, keeping south- and west-facing placements from overheating the rooms they serve.
Privacy and light simultaneously at high-placement or bathroom installations, with obscure glass options that let daylight and airflow in while keeping the sightline out.
*Performance estimates based on NFRC data and Cardinal Glass product specifications. Actual results vary by window size, orientation, and home construction.
One crank. Opens all the way. Stays exactly where you set it.
No sash to prop, no chain to hook. Turn the crank until the opening is where you want it and the sash holds that position. For kitchens above the sink, awkward bathroom placements, and high laundry room walls, that matters every time the window gets opened.
Fresh air in weather no other window handles well
North Texas spring and fall rain typically coincides with the exact temperatures when you want airflow most. An awning window solves that. The sash opens outward so precipitation diverts away from the opening, giving you fresh air during a light rain or passing shower when every other window in the house is closed.
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Three steps. Straightforward from the first call to the final crank test.
From your first phone call to the hardware walkthrough, here’s exactly what working with Woodruff looks like.
Step 1
Free In-Home Consultation
We visit your home, assess your openings or proposed placements, and walk through your options: brands, glass packages, colors, and hardware finishes. Most consultations take 60 – 90 minutes, written quote included.
Step 2
Custom Manufacturing & Scheduling
Your awning windows are built to order for your exact opening dimensions. Standard lead time is three weeks, occasionally up to eight during peak season. We confirm your installation date in advance.
Step 3
Professional Installation & Hardware Walkthrough
Our crew installs, trims, and tests every awning window before we leave, walking you through the crank operation, latch engagement, and cleaning process. Most projects wrap in a single visit.
What awning window replacement costs in McKinney. No mystery.
Awning windows are typically priced comparably to single hung windows of similar size. The ranges below include the window, professional installation, trim work, paint matching, and cleanup. High-placement or specialty installations may vary.
Standard Awning Window
$700 – $1,100
per window installed
- Dual-pane with Cardinal LoĒ²-272 Low-E glass and argon gas fill
- Vinyl multi-chamber frame in standard colors
- Meets ENERGY STAR South-Central requirements
- Limited lifetime warranty
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Premium Awning Window
$1,100 – $1,600
per window installed
- Dual-pane with Cardinal LoĒ³-366 glass and argon gas fill
- Reinforced vinyl or fiberglass frame with expanded color options
- Exceeds ENERGY STAR requirements; warm-edge spacer system
- Limited lifetime transferable warranty
Architectural Awning Window
$1,500+
per window installed
- Triple-pane with Cardinal LoĒ³-366 + LoĒ-i89 glass and krypton gas fill
- Fiberglass or wood-clad frame with full color library
- Meets ENERGY STAR Most Efficient criteria
- Limited lifetime warranty with extended glass breakage coverage
*Pricing represents typical installed cost for a standard residential awning window, including Woodruff’s full-service installation (trim, paint match, cleanup). High-placement installations, specialty glass, and custom configurations will be quoted individually. All quotes are free, written, and no-obligation.
LET’S TALK ABOUT YOUR WINDOWS
Get your free quote. We’ll figure out the right placement and glass for your home.
Tell us about your project and we’ll reach out within one business day to schedule your in-home consultation. No obligation, no pressure, just honest advice from a family that’s been doing this since 1982. Most McKinney homeowners leave with a written quote the same day we visit.
FAQ
Common Questions About Awning Window Replacement
Fresh air in weather most windows sit out. That’s what awning windows do.
Whether you’re replacing an aging unit or adding awning windows to an opening that’s never had them, we’ll give you straight answers, honest pricing, and an installation built to perform for decades. Family-owned since 1982. In-house crews. No subcontractors. No surprises.