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Window replacement in Long Beach typically runs $650 to $1,400 per window installed, with most single-family homes landing around $9,000 to $22,000 for a full-house project. A standard front door replacement costs $1,200 to $4,500 depending on the material and whether the frame needs work. Repair jobs are far cheaper: a single window that won’t close right, a fogged double-pane, or a sticking door usually falls between $180 and $650.
Those ranges are for the Long Beach market in 2026, quoted with a written price before any work begins. We’re Hale Windows & Doors, founded in 2009 and part of the Threshold Group. Below is what you’ll actually pay, what moves the number up or down, and how to avoid the invoice surprises that show up after the crew leaves.
Key Takeaways
- Full-house window replacement in Long Beach: $9,000 to $22,000 for most homes.
- Single window replace: $650 to $1,400 installed, labor and materials included.
- Front door replacement: $1,200 to $4,500; entry doors with sidelights run higher.
- Repairs: $180 to $650, most done in one visit with a written guarantee.
- Coastal salt air and marine humidity shorten window and door life in Long Beach faster than inland cities.
- Every job gets a written price up front and the 365-Day Done Right Promise.
Windows & Doors Cost Breakdown (2026)
Here’s how the numbers stack up for Long Beach homes. These are installed prices, meaning the window, the labor, disposal of the old unit, and basic trim are all included. If a quote you get is dramatically lower, ask what’s missing.
| Project | Typical Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Single window, standard size | $650 – $1,100 | Vinyl frame, dual-pane, low-E glass |
| Single window, large or arched | $1,200 – $2,200 | Custom sizing, more labor |
| Full-house windows (10-12 openings) | $9,000 – $22,000 | Depends on size mix and product line |
| Window repair (one unit) | $180 – $450 | Balance, hardware, seal, or sash issue |
| Fogged double-pane glass swap | $250 – $600 | Seal failure, common near the coast |
| Front door replacement, standard | $1,200 – $3,000 | Door slab plus frame and hardware |
| Front door with sidelights | $2,800 – $4,500 | Larger opening, more framing |
| Patio or sliding door replacement | $2,200 – $5,500 | Depends on width and glass package |
| Door repair (hinge, lock, alignment) | $180 – $650 | Most done same day |
What pushes a Long Beach job toward the high end: second-story windows that need ladder work or a lift, historic homes near Bluff Park or the Willmore District where trim has to match original profiles, and any project where the opening itself is out of square. What keeps it low: a straight run of same-size windows on a single-story ranch house in Lakewood-adjacent parts of the city, standard white frames, and no structural surprises behind the wall.
We install and service eight professional product lines – PGT, CGI, CWS, ES Windows, ECO Window Systems, Mr-Glass, Therma-Tru, and ViewLux. That range matters because coastal Long Beach homes don’t need the same glass or frame as a house ten miles inland. Matching the product to the job is usually where a few hundred dollars per window gets saved.
What Affects Windows & Doors Pricing in Long Beach
- Salt air and marine humidity. Homes in Belmont Shore, Naples, and along the Peninsula sit close enough to the water that hardware corrodes and wood frames swell faster than they do inland. We regularly see front-door bottom rails rotting out on Peninsula homes ten to twelve years after installation. Choosing the right frame material up front costs a little more and lasts years longer.
- Window count and mix. A 12-window house isn’t priced at 12 times a single window. Larger openings, arched windows, and anything requiring custom sizing cost more per unit, while a run of identical standard windows costs less. We quote per opening so you can see exactly where the money goes.
- Frame material. Vinyl is the least expensive and handles the coast well. Fiberglass and wood-clad cost more but hold up in historic districts where homeowners want the original look. Aluminum is common in mid-century Long Beach homes and can be replaced or refinished, depending on condition.
- Glass package. Dual-pane with low-E glass (a thin coating that blocks heat while letting light through) is the standard in Long Beach. Add impact-rated glass and the price per window climbs, but for homes near the water or in areas with specific code triggers, it can be the right call.
- Historic and HOA requirements. Parts of Long Beach fall under historic overlay rules that govern window profile and color. HOAs in planned communities can also require specific styles. Both add design and approval time, and sometimes material cost.
- Whether it’s a repair or a replacement. This is the biggest cost swing on the page. A window that won’t latch usually needs a repair in the low hundreds. A window with a rotted frame and failed seal is a replacement. We tell you which one you’re looking at before quoting, not after.
If you’re not sure which side of that line you’re on, a free estimate will tell you. Our home page explains how we work, and you can call (252) 675-6980 for a written price on your specific openings.
How to Save on Windows & Doors
There’s no trick to paying less for good work. There is a way to avoid paying twice.
- Fix the failing ones before they spread. A fogged double-pane in Long Beach is usually a failed seal, and water that gets past it can reach the frame. A $250 to $600 glass swap now beats a $900 window replacement in two years.
- Replace in one project, not three. Labor and setup are a real part of the price. Doing the whole house at once spreads that cost across every opening instead of paying it three times.
- Ask about the product line, not just the brand name. There’s often a lower-cost line that performs the same for your house. We carry eight lines specifically so we can match rather than push.
- Get the price in writing before work starts. This is the single biggest saver. A verbal estimate has no ceiling. A written one does, and ours doesn’t change unless you ask for something extra.
- Check whether a repair is covered first. Every repair we do carries a written guarantee, and if it fails, the second visit is free. That means a repair you try first costs you nothing extra if it doesn’t hold.
- Don’t skip the pre-announcement step. It doesn’t save money directly, but knowing exactly who’s coming to your door by name and photo means you’re not rescheduling, not taking a day off for a no-show, and not paying for a second visit.
Free estimates on every project, no obligation, and the price you’re quoted is the price on the invoice. Call (252) 675-6980 and a live person will answer, day or night.
FAQs – Windows & Doors Cost
How much does it cost to replace a window in Long Beach?
Replacing a single standard window in Long Beach costs $650 to $1,400 installed, including the window, labor, and old-unit disposal. Large, arched, or custom-sized windows run $1,200 to $2,200. Full-house replacement on a typical Long Beach home lands between $9,000 and $22,000. Call (252) 675-6980 for an exact quote – estimates are free.
Is it cheaper to repair or replace a window?
Repair is almost always cheaper when the frame is sound – $180 to $650 versus $650 and up to replace. But if the frame is rotted, the seal has failed and water is getting in, or the window is a single-pane original from before the 1980s, replacement usually costs less over five years than repeated repairs. We’ll tell you which you’re looking at during the estimate. Call (252) 675-6980 and we’ll give you both numbers.
How much does a front door replacement cost in Long Beach?
A standard front door replacement runs $1,200 to $3,000 installed. If you want sidelights or a larger opening, expect $2,800 to $4,500. Therma-Tru entry doors are one of the eight lines we carry, and coastal homes here often do better with a fiberglass or composite door than solid wood because it won’t swell or rot in the marine air. Call (252) 675-6980 for a written price.
Can you come today?
For repairs, often yes. Most window and door repairs in Long Beach are done in a single visit, and a live person answers our phone 24 hours a day, so you’re never waiting on a callback to find out. Replacement projects need a measure and a written quote first, usually within a few days. Call (252) 675-6980 to check today’s availability.
What’s the 365-Day Done Right Promise, and does it cost extra?
It costs nothing extra and covers every job for 365 days. If the work isn’t right, Hale makes it right, no argument needed. Repairs also carry a written guarantee, and if a repair fails, the second visit is free. That’s the whole guarantee – documented, named, and stamped on the job. Call (252) 675-6980 with any question about coverage on your project.
Pricing reflects the Long Beach market as of 2026. Hale Windows & Doors offers free estimates – call (252) 675-6980.
Written by Spencer Odell, Owner at Hale Windows & Doors, serving Long Beach. Hale Windows & Doors is independently owned and operated, part of the Threshold Group, founded in 2009.
What Our 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.