Windows & Doors in Tarrytown, Austin, TX

Why did this Tarrytown home need new windows?

Tarrytown holds a lot of homes built decades ago, and their original windows rarely hold up to Central Texas weather. This one had openings that let in heat, noise, and dust. The homeowner wanted comfort back without changing the home's character.

• 11 window openings replaced across the home
• One exterior door added to the same scope
• Located near Lake Austin in the 78703 ZIP
• Goal: lower heat gain and stop air leaks

What did we find during the inspection?

Older windows in this part of Austin tend to fail in predictable ways, and this home followed the pattern. The seals had broken down, so cool air escaped and summer heat pushed right through the glass. We also saw frames that no longer closed tight, which invites cedar pollen and fine dust inside during allergy season. That kind of leakage forces an AC to run harder through July and August, when temperatures sit above 100°. Replacing all 11 openings at once made more sense than patching a few, since matching new units to old ones never looks right.

What materials did we use, and why?

We went with Pella for every window and the door on this job. Pella's low-E insulated glass reflects solar heat, which matters most on Austin homes that bake all afternoon. The sealed frames also block the drafts that plagued the old units.

• Low-E coating to cut UV and heat gain
• Insulated glass for year-round temperature control
• Tight weatherstripping to keep pollen and dust out
• Matching Pella door to complete the scope

How did the installation go?

The windows were ordered in January and arrived in March, so we scheduled the install once every unit was on hand. Our crew worked over two days, March 7 and 8, 2022, to pull the old openings and set the new ones. Careful ordering matters here. Homeowners who try to install a few windows at a time often deal with mismatched trim and repeated mess, so we prefer to do the full set in one clean window of work.

• Old windows removed and openings prepped
• 11 Pella units set, leveled, and sealed
• New exterior door hung and adjusted
• Two-day on-site window, finished March 8

What were the results?

The home feels tighter and quieter, with far less heat pushing through the glass. Every opening now seals fully, which helps during both summer heat and cedar pollen season. The updated Pella frames also give the exterior a cleaner, more current look.

• 12 sealed openings across the home
• Better insulation against 100°-plus afternoons
• Reduced dust and allergen entry
• Refreshed curb appeal in a classic Tarrytown home