Storm Guard Roofing of Madison
Storm Guard provides window replacement in Madison, WI, and the surrounding Dane County communities. Our locally based crews are familiar with the city’s standards for window replacement and how important it is to ensure windows insulate against Wisconsin's seasonal temperature swings.
Whether you're replacing original wood sash in an older near-isthmus home or upgrading a full elevation on a newer build, our team handles measurement, product selection, and installation. We also provide a written estimate before you decide how to proceed.
Storm Guard Roofing provides window replacement for homeowners across Madison City and Dane County. We install windows that meet ENERGY STAR Northern Zone criteria applicable in Wisconsin, following each manufacturer's specifications.
Our office is at 2605 S Stoughton Rd, Ste 400, Madison, Wisconsin, allowing us to serve nearby areas such as Middleton, Fitchburg, Verona, Sun Prairie, Waunakee, McFarland, Monona, Cottage Grove, DeForest, Oregon, Stoughton, and Mount Horeb.
See the full list of communities we serve across Dane County.
Older near-isthmus homes often have original wood sash with failed weatherstripping or sill rot, while newer windows in Madison, WI, may need vinyl or fiberglass replacements as original windows age. Nevertheless, each and every one of our window replacement projects follows these four steps.
We measure each opening, check for sill rot, and explain the difference between full-frame and insert replacement. This establishes scope and budget.
Choose from vinyl, wood, fiberglass, aluminum, wood-clad, or composite frames. We match the style to your home and existing trim.
We flash the rough opening, install a sill pan, and use backer rod, sealant, and low-expansion foam suited to freeze-thaw movement. Our window installation in Madison, WI, follows manufacturer specifications.
We check operation and seals, provide manufacturer paperwork and your workmanship warranty, clean the site, and haul away old units. We also review the project timeline and explain any conditions that could affect the opening, fit, or finishing work.
Six frame materials are common choices for replacement windows in Madison, WI. Each has different benefits and trade-offs. Your decision should depend on your budget, preferred window appearance, performance priorities, your home’s existing style, and installation needs.
Pick vinyl windows if cost is the deciding factor. They are the lowest-priced option, require no painting, and offer a wide range of colors. Trade-off: less curb appeal than wood or wood-clad frames.
Aside from enhancing your home’s curb appeal with the beauty of natural grain, wood also offers excellent insulation. Its cellular structure slows down heat transfer, keeping your home warm during Wisconsin winters.
Aside from enhancing your home’s curb appeal with the beauty of natural grain, wood also offers excellent insulation. Its cellular structure slows down heat transfer, keeping your home warm during Wisconsin winters.
Pick aluminum for thin sightlines and strong frames, which are common in contemporary remodels. Trade-off: aluminum conducts cold, so thermal breaks matter.
Choose fiberglass windows for their dimensional stability during freeze-thaw cycles. Trade-off: fewer color options and higher pricing.
Pick a composite for fiberglass-like durability with a softer look. Trade-off: fewer profile options.
For Madison windows, nine window styles and six frame materials cover most replacement projects. Styles affect how a window opens, looks, and fits your home, while frame materials influence performance, maintenance, and durability through Wisconsin's freeze-thaw cycles.
Single-hung windows have a fixed upper sash and a movable lower sash. They're common on older Madison two-flats and rentals because they're simple and affordable.
Double-hung windows move both sashes independently and tilt inward for cleaning. They're practical for Madison’s two-story homes, where exterior access can be difficult.
Bay windows project outward at an angle, adding floor space and a wide view. They're popular on older near-isthmus homes and require more rough-opening work.
Bow windows use four or more equal panels in a curved arc. They suit larger Madison homes with room for a wider curve.
Arched windows are fixed units with a curved top, often used above doors or as gable accents. They're specification units with longer lead times.
Awning windows hinge at the top and open outward from the bottom. The sash helps shed rain, making it useful for bathrooms and basements.
Egress windows for basement bedrooms must provide at least 5.7 square feet of net clear opening, with a minimum height of 24 inches and a width of 20 inches, and the sill must be within 44 inches of the finished floor. Below-grade openings require an egress well.
Window installation in Madison can include casement windows, which hinge at the side and crank open, providing a wide, clear opening for airflow. They seal tightly when closed, which is useful for Madison homes exposed to wind.
Storm windows are installed over existing single-pane sashes to reduce drafts and add an insulating air layer. They suit historic Madison homes where original wood sash is worth preserving.
Wood frames insulate well and hold paint or stain, but require regular exterior maintenance. Rot often begins at the sill, making flashing and upkeep important.
In Madison, replacement windows made with vinyl use multi-chamber frames and weep channels for drainage. They expand and contract more than fiberglass or wood, so joints and seals experience more movement.
Fiberglass expands at roughly the same rate as glass, reducing stress on seals through freeze-thaw cycles. It offers a longer expected service life than vinyl, at a higher price.
Modern aluminum units use a thermal-break polymer strip to reduce cold conduction. In Wisconsin, thermal-break quality matters, so confirm the U-factor before ordering.
Wood-clad windows combine a wood interior with exterior cladding of aluminum, vinyl, or fiberglass. The exterior handles the weather, while the interior takes the finish. Failed cladding seams can allow moisture intrusion.
A window job by Storm Guard Roofing of Madison may include two warranties: the manufacturer's warranty for the window itself and our workmanship warranty for the installation. Manufacturer coverage varies by product line but may address frame defects, seal failure between panes, hardware, or glass under specified conditions. Some warranties may also be transferable to a future owner.
Our workmanship warranty covers installation details such as flashing, sealing, and frame fit. Warranty duration, exclusions, maintenance requirements, and transferability vary by product and should be reviewed before ordering.
We're accredited by the Better Business Bureau, a member of the Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce, and registered with the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions, so working with us can give you peace of mind that you’re in good, professional hands.
A Madison window replacement consultation with Storm Guard includes a walk-through of your existing windows, measurements of each opening, options for the six frame materials we install, and a written estimate with no obligation to move forward.
Most on-site visits run 30 to 60 minutes. Book a window consultation in Madison when you're ready to compare options.
The clearest signs of replacement are drafts through a closed sash, condensation trapped between the panes, and cracks in the frame. Sticky operation usually means adjustment or resealing. Fogging between panes means the seal has failed and the unit needs replacing.
Lead time from order to install runs four to eight weeks for standard sizes, longer for arched or specification units. Time on site is 1 to 3 days for a single-family Madison home, depending on window count and rough-opening repairs.
Four variables move the total: frame material, window size and count, full-frame versus insert replacement, and rough-opening repair. For Madison replacement windows, vinyl is the entry point, while fiberglass and wood-clad options cost more. Frame material often has the biggest impact.
Yes, we install egress windows in Madison basements to Wisconsin code: at least 5.7 square feet of net clear opening, a minimum height of 24 inches, a width of 20 inches, and a sill within 44 inches of the finished floor. Where required, we size the well and window together.
On a windy day, feel for air through a closed sash. Look for fogging, soft spots at the sill, and cracks in the frame. Storm Guard Roofing of Madison can confirm damage on-site.
Yes. Every window job carries the manufacturer's warranty on the window itself, covering frame defects and seal failure between panes, plus our workmanship warranty on installation, covering flashing, sealing, and frame fit. Some manufacturer warranties may transfer to future buyers.
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