Real questions from real Bozeman customers.

• July 2026: “Can you fix my broken slider and replace the hardware?”
  
  Not likely. We can help, but you are going to be better off calling a handyman. Sourcing individual pieces of hardware for specific windows is not our specialty! We are happy to help, but will likely be both slower and more expensive than a good handyman.
  
  
  
  

• June 2026: “What kind of windows do you sell?”
  
  We are a window replacement contractor; we are not a window vendor. We purchase windows from vendors, and will install any quality brand you and your home require. Some of the brands we often quote/use in Bozeman:
  
  Pella
  Andersen
  Kolbe
  Marvin
  ProVia
  Cascade
  Amsco
  Sierra Pacific
  Milgard
  Jeldwen
  
  
  
  

• May 2026: “Do you replace screens?”
  
  No. We will sometimes send a technician to measure for screens, but we don’t build them and don’t specialize in them.
  
  
  
  

• May 2026: “Do you use subcontractors?”
  
  Yes! We use employees and subcontractors.
  The first question we ask when we close a job is: How can we deliver and execute the project in a timely manner and to the quality standards we demand?
  
  Subcontractors does not always mean fly-by-night labor from out of state. For us it means high-skilled local craftsman we love to collaborate with. Good workers in Bozeman often work for themselves, and Bozeman Window sees that as a strength, not a weakness.

• Full-scope window replacement

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  • Troubleshooting and expert recommendations

  • Premium replacement services - outside and inside

  • Clear, professional pricing and project management

• Exterior door replacement

• Mold and rot repair

• Siding repair

• For more information about Bozeman Window, go to ABOUT

Moisture. If the fog is between the window panes, this is likely due to failed seals. Modern windows are made of two or more panes of glass and filled with gas (e.g. argon). When the seals fail, this gas escapes and is replaced by moist air which eventually clouds the window (and reduces the insulating properties of the unit).

If the fog is on the inside or outside surface of the glass, you likely have a humidity issue related to temperature and ventilation.

Air leakage can come from any number of sources. One possible source is your windows and doors. Cheap units, old units, or poor installs can all contribute to air penetration through and around your windows.

Moisture.

This can be caused by actual water infiltration, but more often is due to condensation buildup. Condensation occurs when the glass becomes cold enough that moisture-bearing air coming into contact with the pane cools enough to lose its moisture-bearing capacity, just like when a cold drink causes your cup to become moist on the outside.

If it’s 40 degrees below zero when this happens, just dry the windows off. If this is happening at normal temperatures, you may have a ventilation or humidity problem, or your windows are not sufficiently insulated and may have failed seals or other issues.

This can indicate failing or clogged “weep holes” - little holes designed to drain water that lands on the outside of the window.

Some possible culprits:

• Poor installation (caulk and trim issues)

• Improper flashing (more common than it should be!)

• Aging/cracking window frames

• Failed window seals

• Aging or breaking units and hardware

• Structural movement (settling or sagging)

• Warping (expansion and contraction)

• Dirty or rusted mechanisms

There are seemingly infinite window options available, and any number of contractors of various quality, reputation, and availability in the Bozeman area. Plan to pay anywhere from $500 to $5,000 per unit, depending on

• Size

• Shape

• Quality

• Material type

• Function

• Accessibility

• Color

• Interior trim details

• Contractor quality

  For a no-pressure quote, contact us or call (406) 282-1273

• Don’t be afraid to get multiple quotes

• Ask for references, and call them

• Ask specific questions about the process and look for specific answers

• When comparing quotes, be sure to calculate for equal scopes, quality levels, and competency. Sometimes a few thousand dollars is the difference between a smooth job and a months-long drama.