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Hale Windows & Doors is a window company serving San Rafael, CA, where nearly every job involves a conversation between old-house character and modern building code. The city’s pre-1940s bungalows, Craftsman homes, and Spanish Colonial Revivals rarely have off-the-shelf openings, so our work here leans heavily on custom sizing and honest guidance about fire-rated materials. We quote every job in writing before work begins and back it with our 365-Day Done Right Promise. If you’re weighing replacement or repair, call us at (252) 675-6980 for a free estimate.
Why San Rafael Homes Are Different
San Rafael’s housing stock is dominated by early 20th-century construction: bungalows, Craftsman homes, and Spanish Colonial Revival houses, many still holding their original single-pane wood windows and doors. Those openings were built by hand, so the dimensions are rarely standard. A window that looks like a 32-inch rough opening will often measure 31 3/8 on one side and 31 5/8 on the other. That means custom fabrication rather than shelf stock, and it’s why we measure every opening before we put a price in writing.
The climate does its own work too. San Rafael’s wet winters and dry summers push moisture into wood sills and frames, causing rot and swelling that bind sashes and warp door jambs. In the Gerstle Park and West End neighborhoods, our technicians routinely find original 1920s double-hung windows painted shut under layers of old paint, with hidden dry rot in the sills from decades of winter rain. Add San Rafael’s location in a high fire severity zone, and many homeowners are weighing fire-resistant materials against preservation goals. We help you navigate that without pressure.
Our Main San Rafael Services
The two calls we get most from San Rafael homeowners are for full window replacement and for repairs that keep original frames alive. Here’s what each looks like in this city, with links to the full San Rafael pages for each service.
Window Replacement in San Rafael
Replacing windows in San Rafael usually means custom-sizing to the home’s original openings, since most pre-war houses here were built before standardized dimensions. We walk you through the trade-offs between fire-rated glass, low-E coatings (a thin layer that blocks heat while letting light through), and preserving the look of your home’s era. Our written quote lands in your hands before any work starts, and the job is covered by the 365-Day Done Right Promise. Window Replacement in San Rafael has full pricing and product guidance.
Window Repair in San Rafael
San Rafael’s older wood windows are often worth repairing rather than replacing, especially in historic districts where design review may limit what you can install. We handle sill rot, failed glazing, broken sash cords, and hardware that’s seized after decades of Bay weather. Every repair carries a written guarantee; if the repair fails, the second visit is free. Window Repair in San Rafael covers common repairs and what to check before you call.
Front Door Replacement in San Rafael
Front doors in San Rafael take a beating from winter storms off the bay and summer sun, and older homes often have non-standard door openings that make big-box replacements a poor fit. We install doors that match the home’s era, improve security, and meet current energy codes. Like every job, the price is on paper before we start. Front Door Replacement in San Rafael explains material choices and timeline.
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 in San Rafael
We install and service windows and doors from eight professional-grade lines, and for San Rafael homes we regularly specify PGT and CGI for fire-rated applications, plus ViewLux and CWS where the priority is a clean, modern look on a Craftsman or Spanish Colonial. For parts availability and full product depth, see our brands.
Pricing for Window Company in San Rafael, CA
Window and door pricing in San Rafael runs higher than the national average because most homes need custom fabrication, and fire-rated materials add cost. Below are the ranges we see most often in this market.
| Service | Typical range in San Rafael |
|---|---|
| Full-frame window replacement (per window) | $800 – $1,600 |
| Retrofit window replacement (per window) | $500 – $1,000 |
| Window glass replacement (per pane) | $180 – $420 |
| Window hardware repair (per window) | $120 – $350 |
| Full window repair (per window, multi-part) | $250 – $600 |
| Front door replacement (entry door, installed) | $1,500 – $4,000 |
| Front door hardware replacement (lockset, hinges) | $150 – $400 |
| Dry rot repair at sill (per window or door) | $350 – $900 |
| Weatherstripping and seal replacement (per unit) | $90 – $250 |
Fire-rated glass and custom sizing are the two biggest price movers in San Rafael. Whatever your project, you’ll receive a written line-item price before any work begins, and that price will not change once the job starts.
Neighborhoods We Serve in San Rafael
We work across San Rafael, from the hillside streets to the flatlands near downtown. Our crews are in the area weekly, so lead times for estimates are short. Neighborhoods we regularly serve include:
- Gerstle Park
- West End
- Sun Valley
- Lincoln San Rafael Hill
- Dominican / Black Canyon
Service Area – Cities Near San Rafael
Hale Windows & Doors serves San Rafael and the surrounding Marin County communities. If you’re in a neighboring town and need window or door work, we also serve Larkspur, CA, Kentfield, CA, Corte Madera, CA, and San Anselmo, CA.
Serving San Rafael, CA - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the San Rafael area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs About Window Company in San Rafael
In most San Rafael cases, replacing a window or door in the same opening with the same dimensions does not require a permit, though historic districts and WUI zones may add design review or fire-safety requirements. We check the rules for your specific address before starting and can handle the paperwork when a permit is needed. Call (252) 675-6980 and we’ll confirm what applies to your home.
Our crews are in San Rafael weekly, so estimates are typically scheduled within a few business days. The estimate itself includes written line-item pricing and a scope of work. Call (252) 675-6980 to book a time.
Yes. We’ve worked in Gerstle Park, West End, and other San Rafael neighborhoods where original details matter. We can help you document what exists, recommend materials that satisfy design review, and install replacements that look right while meeting energy and fire codes. Call (252) 675-6980 for a free estimate on your historic home.
If you’re ready to talk about windows or doors in San Rafael, call Hale Windows & Doors at (252) 675-6980 for a free, written estimate. We’ll tell you exactly who is coming to your home before the visit, and the price you’re quoted is the price you’ll pay.
What happens when you call
- 1A real person answersNo phone trees - talk to a local windows & doors pro.
- 2You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched. No surprises.
- 3We come out and measureLicensed & insured, at a time that suits you - the visit and the quote are both free.
- 4You get the price in writingLine-itemed, yours to keep, and nothing starts until you say go.
What San Rafael Customers Say
"Honest quote with the glass type and U-factor spelled out. Didn't need the triple pane and he told me so."
- Diane O."Fogged double pane in the living room. They replaced the glass units only, not the whole frame, and saved me a lot."
- Raul C."One sash would not stay up. He rebuilt the balance and now it slides like new."
- Yvonne T.