Installation is often cheaper for a single hung window.
Cost difference between double hung and single hung windows.
Single hung windows typically cost less than double hung windows.
Average costs for single hung windows range from 100 to 300 per window while comparable double hung windows may range from 400 to 600.
The single hung windows may require use of special equipment of hiring of specialized companies to clean or fix them.
The maintenance costs are different for the two window types.
There are fewer moving parts whereas a double hung requires more work to ensure airtightness.
Double hung windows range anywhere from 400 to 600 and that s not including the installation.
Due to their simpler construction and light body frames the single hung windows may cost from 15 to 25 less than the double hung ones.
In most cases double hung windows cost about 75 more than single hung windows.
Double hung windows are typically more expensive to purchase and install than single hung windows.
Costs for installing a single hung window.
Mainly because they contain less moving parts and are easier to manufacture.
The double hung can cost up to 20 more than the single ones.
Slightly less energy efficient since both top and bottom sash can be opened to let air in and out.
Depending on the different types of materials and the features that you want your windows to have you can expect to pay anywhere from 100 to 450 per piece.
This analysis is however on the purchase cost only.