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A window installation done wrong shows up slowly: a draft in January, a sash that sticks by August, condensation between panes you can’t wipe away. TruePane Windows & Doors fixes those mistakes and prevents new ones. We’ve served Columbus and central Ohio since 2008 through a craft tradition that started with Dale Kessler, a second-generation glazier who founded this company in 2008 because he was tired of seeing out-of-true installs and voided warranties. When you call (888) 635-0804, a live person picks up. Not a call tree. Not a callback form. We schedule a time, we show up when we say, and we measure every opening twice before a single pane is ordered.
Every install carries The Keystone Standard: both manufacturer warranty layers registered in writing, durations stated, and a Done Right Promise that means if it is not done right, we make it right. No arguing. No fine print that covers neither.
What Our Window Installation Service Includes
TruePane installs every window type a Columbus home is likely to need, from the original 1960s ranches in Clintonville to new builds in Delaware County. Most jobs are completed in a single visit. A background-checked, uniformed technician handles the work from the first measurement to the final trim, and the quote shows manufacturer lines side by side on paper so you see exactly what you’re buying.
Casement Windows
Casement windows hinge at the side and crank outward, which makes them the tightest-sealing operable window you can buy. In Columbus, where winter winds come off the Scioto and summers run humid, that seal matters. We install casements with compression weatherstripping and multi-point locks, and we check the crank operation and sash alignment before we call the job done. If a casement is even slightly racked in the opening, it will leak air within two seasons, so we shim and square every unit to the framing, not just to the rough opening.
Awning Windows
Awning windows hinge at the top and open outward, which lets you keep them cracked open during an Ohio rain without water coming in. They’re a common choice for basements, kitchens, and bathrooms in Columbus where ventilation matters but a full sash window doesn’t fit. We install awning windows with proper sill flashing and positive drainage so water moves away from the frame, and we confirm the hinge hardware will carry the sash weight for years without sagging.
Fixed and Picture Windows
Fixed and picture windows don’t open. Their whole job is to frame a view and hold glass without leaking, which is exactly why the rough opening prep and insulating foam around the frame become the make-or-break details. In Columbus homes with large south-facing glass, we pay close attention to glazing selection so the view doesn’t come with a heat gain problem in July. TruePane installs fixed windows with proper perimeter sealing and interior trim that stays true over time, so the window looks square from every angle in the room.
Single and Double Hung
Single and double hung windows are the workhorses of Columbus’s older housing stock, from German Village brick to Worthington colonials. The difference is whether one sash moves or both, and the common failure is a sash that won’t stay up or a balance system that’s been painted over and forced. We install hung windows with properly tensioned balances, clean jamb fit, and a tilt-in check so the owner can clean both sides without a ladder. Any hung window we set is tested through a full open-and-close cycle before we pack up.
Sliding Windows
Sliding windows travel on a track, which means the two things that matter most are clean track alignment and proper drainage. A slider installed out of level will bind by the second month and pool water in the track after the first rain. We install sliding windows with level tracks, clean weep hole function, and a roller adjustment that leaves the sash moving with one hand. In Columbus’s freeze-thaw cycles, that drainage detail is the difference between a window that lasts and one that rots out the sill board.
Bay and Bow Windows
Bay and bow windows project outward from the wall and create a seat or a shelf, but they carry structural weight that a flat window never does. Every bay and bow installation at TruePane includes proper header support or verification of existing framing, insulation in the seat board and skirt, and a roof cap that actually sheds water. In Columbus, a bow window without a properly flashed roof becomes a leak source within the first hard winter. We treat the projection as a small addition, not a window swap, and the workmanship and warranty reflect that.
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
Brands We Service for Window Installation
TruePane is an authorized installer for more than a dozen manufacturer lines, so when you call us about a PGT window, a CGI unit, or a CWS frame, we’re working from factory training and the right OEM parts, not guessing. We’re an authorized installer for PGT, a brand built for coastal wind loads but increasingly common in Columbus storm-prone neighborhoods where homeowners want impact-rated glass that quiets the street noise too. We’ve installed PGT single-hung and casement lines and know their frame tolerances well enough to set them square on the first visit.
CGI builds a heavier impact window, and Columbus homeowners on exposed lots or with large glass walls often ask for it by name. We’ve serviced CGI units in neighborhoods from Upper Arlington to Bexley, and we register the CGI warranty in writing before the truck leaves the driveway. CWS is a line we recommend when the homeowner wants thermal performance and a quieter frame on a mid-century home. We quote PGT, CGI, and CWS side by side on paper so you see the difference in glass package, frame material, and warranty duration. Whether you have one of those lines or any other make, we can help, and we’ll tell you honestly if the window you have is worth repairing instead of replacing.
We also carry the full TruePane window installation standard across every brand we service, from home consultations to final walkthroughs.
Signs You Need Window Installation Right Now
- Visible condensation between panes. This means the seal has failed and the insulating gas has escaped. The window cannot be repaired, only replaced or have the glass unit swapped. In Columbus’s temperature swings, a failed seal shows up as fog you cannot wipe from either side.
- Drafts you can feel on a winter day. Run your hand around the frame with the window closed. If cold air moves, the weatherstripping has compressed or the sash is not sealing against the jamb. A window that leaks air costs you money every month on the utility bill and makes the room uncomfortable all season.
- Windows that stick, bind, or refuse to open. A sash that jams or falls shut is a safety issue as much as a convenience one, especially in a bedroom where it’s an emergency egress route. If a hung window won’t stay open, the balance system has failed, and continuing to force it will damage the frame.
- Dry rot or soft wood around the frame. Poke the sill and casing with a screwdriver tip. If it sinks in, water has been getting behind the trim for a while. Columbus freeze-thaw cycles speed up that rot once it starts. Replacing the window without addressing the water source means the new one rots the same way.
- Outside noise that’s gotten louder over the years. Older single-pane windows, especially on busier Columbus streets like High Street or Broad Street corridors, pass traffic noise straight through. New double-pane glass packages can dramatically cut that sound. If you’re raising your voice over a passing bus, the window has stopped doing part of its job.
Our Window Installation Process - Step by Step
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In-home measurement and inspection. A TruePane technician arrives on schedule to measure every opening twice, check for rot, confirm frame material, and talk through how each window is used. We look at the surrounding trim, the interior and exterior condition, and the existing flashing. This step decides the right window size, type, and install method.
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Side-by-side written quote. We quote manufacturer lines on paper so you see exactly what’s being compared: glass package, frame material, U-factor, warranty duration, and price. No verbal ballparks, no mystery line items. The price on the quote is the price on the bill.
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Order verification and schedule lock. Once you approve, we place the order with the manufacturer and confirm lead time before we set an install date. We don’t pull windows out of a Columbus home without a confirmed arrival date. You’ll know which day we come and roughly how long the crew will be on site.
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Installation day. The crew arrives in uniform, lays down floor protection, removes the old window, corrects any rot or faulty flashing we found, and sets the new unit in square and level. We insulate the rough opening, flash the exterior to shed water, and detail the interior trim. Every window is tested through its full operation before we call it installed.
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Warranty registration and Done-Right walkthrough. Before the truck leaves the driveway, we register both manufacturer warranty layers in writing and hand you the paperwork with durations stated. Then we walk the project with you window by window. If anything is not done right, it’s fixed under the Done Right Promise. If the pane is not true, the job is not done.
This process also applies to our neighbors in Window Installation in Parkway and Window Installation in Arden-Arcade, where the same standard has to hold on every opening.
How Much Does Window Installation Cost in Columbus?
A full window installation in Columbus typically runs between $450 and $1,100 per opening depending on the window type, frame material, and glass package. A standard double-hung vinyl replacement in a typical Columbus ranch usually lands between $500 and $750 per window. A casement window runs higher, often $700 to $1,100, because of the hardware and the tighter sealing requirements. A fixed or picture window can come in under $600, while a bay or bow window with structural work can exceed $3,000 for the opening because it’s a small construction project, not a sash swap. These numbers are for Columbus’s market, where labor rates and disposal fees shape pricing differently than in outlying counties.
What changes the price? The frame material (vinyl runs less than fiberglass or wood), the glass package (double-pane with argon is standard now; impact-rated or triple-pane adds cost), the condition of the existing opening (rot repair or re-flashing adds framing labor), and how many windows you do at once. The best way to avoid overpaying is to get more than one itemized quote and to read the warranty terms before you sign. A cheap install that voids the warranty is a full-price replacement two years later. Our free estimate is a written line-item quote, not a verbal range, and it comes with both warranty durations printed on the page. We also offer a permanent 5% discount for seniors and veterans, and a free written repair estimate if a repair is the honest recommendation instead of a replacement.
Window Installation Near Columbus - Our Service Area
TruePane installs windows across Columbus and the surrounding communities: Parkway, Arden-Arcade, Ladera Heights, Commerce, Rosemont, West Athens, Lennox, Willowbrook, Fairview, South San Gabriel, Foothill Farms, and West Rancho Dominguez. In most of these areas, we can be on site for the measurement appointment within a few business days, and installation is scheduled in a single visit. For homeowners in Window Installation in Ladera Heights and the neighborhoods around it, the same TruePane standard applies: same measurement discipline, same written warranty registration, same Done Right Promise.
Serving Columbus, OH - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Columbus area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
Frequently Asked Questions - Window Installation in Columbus
Window installation is the process of removing an old or builder-grade window and setting a new one into the wall opening so it operates correctly, seals against air and water, and holds its square over time. In Columbus, that means dealing with older framing, freeze-thaw movement, and humidity in a way a warm-climate installer never has to. TruePane treats installation as the standard: the window is only as good as how it’s set. We measure twice, correct rot before we set the new unit, flash the exterior properly, insulate the rough opening, and register both warranty layers in writing before we leave.
Most window installations in Columbus are completed in a single visit. A typical 8 to 12 window replacement takes one crew one day, assuming the openings are in reasonable condition and rot repair is minimal. Larger projects, bay or bow windows with structural work, or custom orders can run two to three days. We’ll tell you the expected timeline at the quote, and the install date is confirmed when the window order is confirmed with the manufacturer. Call (888) 635-0804 and we’ll give you a straight answer on lead time for the window type you need.
Window installation in Columbus typically runs $450 to $1,100 per opening for most window types. A standard double-hung replacement runs $500 to $750, casements run $700 to $1,100, picture windows often come in under $600, and bay or bow windows can top $3,000 with structural support. The price depends on the frame material, glass package, condition of the existing opening, and total window count. Our free written estimate is itemized, and the price on the quote is the price on the bill. Call (888) 635-0804 for an exact quote.
Yes. TruePane is an authorized installer for PGT, CGI, and CWS, along with more than a dozen other manufacturer lines including, and ES Windows. We quote those lines side by side on paper so you can compare the glass package, frame material, and warranty duration before you spend a dollar. We register both warranty layers in writing before the truck leaves the driveway, and our Done Right Promise covers the workmanship on every install.
A broken window that leaves your home exposed is a safety and security problem, and a live person answers our phone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If the damage is storm-related or a security concern in Columbus, we can often stabilize the opening and schedule the replacement on a priority basis. What we won’t do is rush a bad install to look fast. We’ll tell you honestly what can be done same-day and what should wait for the right measurements and materials.
Every TruePane window installation is covered by The Keystone Standard: both manufacturer warranty layers registered in writing, with durations stated, before the truck leaves the driveway. The workmanship is guaranteed for 90 days through our Done Right Promise. If it is not done right, we make it right. No paperwork fights, no arguing, no fine print that covers neither. We stand behind it, in writing, every time.
Clear the area around each window inside and outside: move furniture back three feet, take down curtains and blinds, and clear the exterior wall of anything leaning against it. If the windows are on a second floor, that’s fine, we bring what we need. We’ll lay down floor protection and handle the disposal of the old windows. You don’t need to be home for the entire install, but we do need access and a walkthrough at the end. Call (888) 635-0804 with any questions about your specific home.
Schedule Your Window Installation Service in Columbus Today
Call (888) 635-0804 to schedule your free, no-obligation estimate. A live person answers 24/7, and the quote is written, itemized, and backed by The Keystone Standard. If the pane is not true, the job is not done. We’ll be there when we say.
Written by Dale Kessler, Owner at TruePane Windows & Doors, serving Columbus since 2008.