Windows in Spicewood at Bull Creek, Austin, TX

Why did this Austin home need new windows?

The home sits in a neighborhood full of houses built in the 1980s and 1990s. Windows from that era lose their seal over time, and this home showed the signs. Drafts, higher cooling bills, and glass that let too much heat through.

• Original units were past their useful service life
• Failing seals let hot outdoor air leak inside
• Older single-pane style glass drove up summer AC costs
• The homeowner wanted a cleaner, quieter interior

Why did we choose NT Windows vinyl?

We picked NT Windows vinyl replacements for a few solid reasons, and heat was the biggest one. Austin summers push past 100 degrees for weeks at a time, and cheaper window frames can warp or bow under that kind of load. Vinyl stays stable, resists fading, and never needs repainting. NT Windows also builds these units in Texas, so the glass and frames are designed for our climate rather than a milder one up north. That local build quality is a real edge when you deal with our heat, hail, and heavy cedar pollen seasons.

• Vinyl frames handle sustained 100-degree heat without distorting
• Insulated glass cuts heat transfer and lowers cooling load
• Low-maintenance finish that won't peel or need paint
• Tighter seals keep cedar pollen out during allergy season

What did the crew find on site?

The home has stucco exterior walls, which changes how windows get set. Stucco openings are often deeper than standard framing, so the new units needed frame extenders to fill the gap and sit flush. Skip that step and you get sloppy trim lines, air leaks, and water intrusion down the road. Our crew measured each opening and cut the extenders to match, so every window seals clean against the stucco. One entry window sat high on the wall, out of reach from a standard ladder. We set up company scaffolding to reach it safely and keep the install square.

• Frame extenders added to every stucco opening for a flush, sealed fit
• Scaffolding staged for the tall entry window
• Openings measured individually before ordering units
• Old windows hauled off and disposed of

How did the installation go?

The full replacement was completed on April 16. Our crew pulled the old units, prepped each opening, set the extenders, and installed the new NT Windows frames.

• Old units removed and disposed of
• New vinyl frames set, shimmed, and sealed
• Interior trim lines finished clean against the stucco
• Site cleaned and cleared before the crew left

What were the results?

The home feels cooler and quieter, and the new seals cut the drafts the older windows let through. The homeowner gets lower heat gain through the glass and an easier time during high-pollen months. If you're weighing other exterior upgrades, our siding and exterior painting crews often pair with window jobs on stucco homes like this one.