Our 35 year old windows are original and solid wood. The sashes are in still good shape, no rot. However, some of the sills and nose had warped. In addition, the windows were slightly askew when opening and when closed.
We got an estimate on replacing all the windows with aluminum clad wood windows and composite doors. The estimate was only for replacing the window sashes and liner, but not the window frame, which results in a slightly smaller window opening. The cost was expensive, about 15% of the purchase price of the house.
To be honest, I really like the feel of solid wood windows. My first house was 100 years old with original windows. the ones with counter weights and ropes.
Instead we worked with three different business (two of them sole proprietorships): one repaired window sills, one repaired sashes and window glass in the doors, and one that repair the mechanisms. Total cost 5% of replacing windows and doors or 0.75% of the cost of the house.
At 1/20 the cost of replacing windows, we decided to do the repairs option. The repairs have been completed and we are very satisfied. Admittedly, it took more effort to find the craftsmen that did the work, which I did through referral. But it was worth it, for both the quality and savings.
This is not financial nor maintenance advice. Please consult a professional advisor.
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