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A single hung window has a fixed top sash and a bottom sash that slides up, which makes it the simplest and usually the least expensive operable window to replace. GVD Renovations & Remodeling installs single hung windows across Sacramento and the Bay Area, with vinyl units typically running $500 to $600 installed and a fixed-price proposal before any work starts.
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Lift the bottom sash, then push up on the top sash from inside. If the top sash stays put, the window is single hung. If it slides down, or tilts inward when you release the latches, it is double hung.
Many older Sacramento homes still have their original aluminum windows. Those frames conduct heat fast, which is why replacing them is one of the more noticeable comfort upgrades in a valley summer. For more background on the style, see our single hung windows guide.
Single hung windows fit best where cost per opening matters and the outside glass is easy to reach.
Ground-floor bedrooms and living rooms, where you can wash the fixed top sash from outside.
Rentals and whole-house jobs where the budget is set per window.
Bathrooms and hallways that need some airflow but not a lot.
Tract homes and bungalows, from Roseville subdivisions to Berkeley side streets, where a hung window matches the original look.
Fewer moving parts also means fewer places to fail. A single hung has one sliding sash, so there is one set of balances and one weatherstrip run to wear out.
Single hung is the better pick for budget and simplicity. Double hung is better for ventilation and cleaning upstairs.
| Factor | Single hung | Double hung |
|---|---|---|
| Sashes that open | Bottom only | Top and bottom |
| Price | Lower | Higher for the same size and line |
| Ventilation | Warm air cannot exit at the top | Open top sash vents hot air |
| Cleaning from inside | Top sash often needs outside access | Both sashes tilt in |
| Wear parts | One set of balances | Two sets, more seals |
Choose a double hung window for second-floor rooms and spaces you want to vent on summer evenings. Choose single hung for ground-floor rooms and projects where cost per opening decides the budget. If a room needs no airflow at all, a picture window costs less still.
Single hung windows have three real limits to weigh before you order.
Ventilation: Only the bottom half opens, so hot air near the ceiling has no direct way out.
Cleaning: On upper floors, the outside of the fixed top sash is hard to reach unless that model tilts in.
Egress: Only the bottom sash opens, so the clear opening is roughly half the frame.
Bedrooms need an escape opening under California egress rules: at least 5.7 square feet of net clear opening (5.0 at grade), at least 24 inches high and 20 inches wide, with the sill no more than 44 inches off the floor. We check each bedroom opening against those numbers at measurement and confirm with your building department.
A vinyl single hung replacement typically costs $500 to $600 installed per window in Sacramento, including removal of the old unit and cleanup. Fiberglass, composite and wood frames cost more, and your total also depends on the glass package, opening size, window count and any stucco or trim repair.
Our replacement windows overview compares frame materials and price ranges. We quote a fixed price, so the number you approve is the number you pay. The federal 25C window credit ended for windows placed in service after December 31, 2025, and SMUD does not currently list a residential window rebate, so check SMUD or PG&E for current offers rather than counting on one.
We are an Andersen Certified Contractor, and Andersen's 100 Series single-hung is made of Fibrex composite rather than vinyl. We are also an Anlin Certified and Authorized Dealer; Anlin offers single hung windows in its Del Mar, Catalina and Panoramic collections. You can compare frames, colors and grid patterns side by side before you choose.
Pair a vinyl or fiberglass frame with dual-pane low-E glass. The low-E coating is a thin metallic layer that reflects heat, and fusion-welded vinyl corners leave no open joints for air to pass through. Aluminum conducts heat quickly, so it needs a thermal break to compete; our vinyl vs aluminum comparison covers that in detail.
Two numbers on the NFRC label decide performance. The U-factor measures how fast heat passes through, and the SHGC measures how much sun heat gets in; lower is better for both in Sacramento. Under the 2025 Title 24 code, replacement windows in Climate Zone 12 must reach a U-factor of 0.27 and an SHGC of 0.23 or lower, while replacing 75 square feet of windows or less allows 0.40 and 0.35.
ENERGY STAR estimates an average savings of about 13% on energy costs from replacing poor-performing windows, though that national figure varies by climate. Replace for fogged glass, drafts, cracked frames or sashes that no longer lock. If yours still open, seal and look sound, you can wait.
It depends on the scope and your city. Same-size replacement in the existing opening is often treated differently from enlarging an opening, adding a window or changing structure, which typically need a permit. Fees vary by project valuation, so check your city's fee schedule. Our post on window replacement permits explains the rules, and when a permit is required, we handle it.
We measure every opening at your free in-home estimate, ordering to the smallest of three width and three height readings.
You approve a detailed fixed-price proposal. Windows are custom-made, with a typical lead time of 8 to 10 weeks (10 to 12 for custom units), not counting delivery.
Our own trained crew removes the old window and checks the frame for rot.
We set, level, flash and insulate the new unit, then seal and trim it.
We clean up and walk through every window with you.
We also handle commercial and multifamily renovations. Single hung units suit offices and apartments with modest ventilation needs, while storefronts usually call for heavier thermally broken aluminum frames. Commercial jobs typically need a permit and must meet nonresidential Title 24 rules, so we price them after a site visit.
One dedicated project manager owns your schedule, communication and quality checks.
Our own trained crews do the installation.
We are family-owned, hold California contractor license #989637, and carry general liability and workers' compensation insurance.
See frames and glass in person at our Rocklin showroom.
Combo, senior and military discounts apply. Financing runs through third-party lenders; checking eligibility does not affect your credit score, and approval, rates and terms depend on credit.
We install single hung windows in Sacramento, Roseville, Rocklin, Folsom, El Dorado Hills, Granite Bay, Lincoln, Elk Grove and Davis. We also serve the Bay Area (Oakland, Berkeley, Concord, Walnut Creek, San Jose), the North Bay (Novato, Petaluma, Santa Rosa) and Lake Tahoe and Truckee.
We come to you, measure every opening and put a fixed price in writing. You can also send a photo of your windows to get started.
Compare the window styles and brands we install across the Sacramento area.







