Windows and Doors Made Simple Phone: (612) 232-0142   Email: wadmadesimple@q.com

we make windows and door installation simple

Windows and Doors Made Simple excels in all types of exterior remodeling. From replacement windows to home siding, we've got you covered.  Are specialties include vinyl replacement, patio doors, entry doors, wood frame windows, egress windows, large specialty doors, executive home entry doors and service doors.

Licensed 191713BC, General Contracting, Certified window and door installers. Since 1994

Owned by Stout Construction

Scott A Van Zandt

We make the complicated process of replacing and installing windows, doors and Patio Doors simple. We are simply the best at window installations.

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Sub sill and flange mount is rotted what will we find? Rotted parts must go!

Requires some siding and sheathing re-work, also nail flanges are not a replacment window install.

Whatever it is, we will try to make it as cost effective as we can -

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Do your existing windows look like this >>>>>>>>>>>>

WILL IT COST ME MORE IF MY OLD WINDOWS ARE IN BAD SHAPE ?

Well it depends on what you want fixed and if it can be done cost effectively.

 If your old Windows are in fairly poor condition, it will sometimes cost a few extra repairs to get the existing opening ready for that brand new window. here it is ...

Basic installation for a *Single Vinyl window replacement install start at $350.00 to 450.00 depending on condition and location.

These are our typical most common Additional cost to fix things. . .

  • New window sill kits for rotted sills_ from $65.00 TO $110.00

  • New interior trims from $90.00 TO $145.00

  • Siding Cut back Wood or metal siding, to allow nail fins or brick mold to fit application $110.00 TO $145.00

  • New Pine interior jamb kit / jamb extension trims kit. For all doors pine clear stock, for pre-hung doors only $140.00

  • Ladder or scaffold applications for high out side work

  • New Pine Stops / jamb extension trims kit. For all pine clear stock window added from $110.00 to $155.00


Other Additional Charges That can occur, due to your window opening existing conditions:

Vinyl Siding retrofit , remove and reinstall vinyl siding around your windows to allow new window installation around 110.00 to $220.00

Wide trims & fillers kit, Oversized existing opening, RO is greater than new window. 110.00

New Pine interior jamb kit / jamb extension trims kit. For all pine clear stock, from $155.00

New Oak interior jamb kit / jamb extension trims kit For all stained Oak stock, from $195.00

New White interior jamb kit / jamb extension trims kit For all white paint stock, from $175.00

Flooring or structural water damaged Subfloor repair, support, plywood section FROM $160.00

Sill support PT & flashing replacement , where underside of window is rotted out. $85.00

Exterior window bottom sill aluminum wrap 45.00 each

Soffit removal or overhead modifications. to allow door to fit under obstruction or low eaves. $115.00

Header framing filler to drop down from tall door to lower door fix. $45.00

Deck boards taken up and placed back down, to allow bottom nail fin. $45.00

Large Windows and debris haulage fee. $185.00 for pre arranged service

Mate new window to existing "Transom window" over head. $145.00

Fuel service charge over 25 miles from our home base office. $25.00

Special access charge elevator, high deck, inaccessible back yard. 110.00

Permits for city inspection where required typically ADMIN FEE ONLY $75.00

haul away of old door is done with green waste management Bag only $45.00

Note bag cost is 45.00 plus haul service for your area.. approx. $115.00

NOTE:  Older homes with plaster , mason, or over sized windows , or lead remediation, charges may apply.


Pre existing condition Project Scope:

The scope of a typical Window install listed here, are items that fall outside the basic scope of the cost advantage package install

Egress window must be of a same size and meet all current code requirements

The existing Windows outside trim must be able to be removed without the siding being removed & disturbed and be in non rotted condition:

Existing Window should be the same size as new or within tolerance for installation of less than 1"

Outside exterior of the home must be accessible within the scope of normal access, not requireing ladders or scaffolding_ as in second or third story.

Interior jamb /stop trims should be reusable or work with the jamb & trims included with your package. If wide trims and fillers are need to retrofit existing opening, a wide trim kit may be required.

Flooring and wall areas in front of the window should be in good repair, not heavy water damaged, or require structural, plywood, or framing re-work.

Soffits above the outside window should not encumber the top of window stock brick molding trims.

LANDING , Deck or patio area at bottom of window sill should not encumber the window installation, or require deck boards, patio block or earth to be moved to allow nail fins to be sealed.

Haul away of existing old removed units may not be included for certain packages without additional charge

Longer distances to project site may incur an additional fuel service charge , or if two man crew is required to complete the install a small fuel charge will be added.

*all add-ons are subject to change due to material cost fluctuations, and scope of labor.

 

At Windows and Doors Made Simple; Quality, Craftsmanship, and Integrity is our first concern. Each Installation is a reflection of our guarantee to you as a satisfied customer. We take great pride and care in our work and our goal never changes. We make the complicated process of replacing and installing windows and doors simple. We strive to simply be the best at window and door installations.

You can purchase windows/doors through us direct ... or we'll install your pre-purchased products for you. We'll even pick them up for you from your favorite home remodeling center.

Call today at 612-232-0142

Windows and Doors Made Simple is owned and operated by Scott Van Zandt.

Minnesota State Residential Builders License Number BC20191713