Many homes around Wedgewood and Forest Bend date from the mid-1970s, and some still have their original aluminum frames, which conduct summer heat straight into the house. Newer homes in Eagle Lakes, The Forest and Friendswood Lakes more often need replacement because seals have failed and the glass has fogged.
Things Friendswood homeowners should know
- Which county are you in? Friendswood is split between Galveston and Harris counties. On the Galveston County side, replacement windows generally need to meet the windstorm code and be inspected for a WPI-8. The Harris County side generally does not. Check your address on TDI’s map.
- Older openings: 1970s homes often have non-standard sizes. We custom-fit to the opening rather than forcing a stock size.
- Shade and heat: even with Friendswood’s tree cover, west-facing glass takes the afternoon sun. Low-E glass is where most of the comfort gain comes from.
Window options for Friendswood homes
- Low-E, argon-filled glass
- Custom-fit frames for older, non-standard openings
- Brava composite trim to replace rotted wood trim around the openings
- Laminated impact glass — see impact windows
Financing is available through Synchrony, including 0% same-as-cash for 12 months on projects of $2,500 or more and terms up to 84 months. See financing options.
How the job runs
- Free consultation — we measure every opening and talk through frame color, grids, glass and budget.
- Written proposal — materials, options, timeline and a fixed price, with no surprise charges.
- Installation — old units out, openings checked for rot, new windows set, sealed and trimmed.
- Final walkthrough — we walk the finished job with you and do not leave until you are satisfied.
Neighborhoods we serve in Friendswood
From 1970s homes in Annalea and Forest Bend to newer builds in West Ranch, we replace windows all over Friendswood, on both sides of Clear Creek and the county line.
- Annalea — median year built 1970
- Forest Bend — median year built 1973
- Wedgewood Village — median year built 1974
- Sunmeadow — median year built 1979
- Polly Ranch — median year built 1982
- Wilderness Trails — median year built 1990
- Eagle Lakes — median year built 1993
- The Forest — median year built 2001
- Friendswood Lakes — median year built 2004
- West Ranch — median year built 2015
Build years are HAR 2025 median year built for each neighborhood. Not sure if we cover your street? Call (713) 364-4627.
Window Replacement in other cities: League City · Clear Lake · Pearland · Webster
Other services in Friendswood: Roof Replacement · Siding Replacement
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a permit in Friendswood?
Yes, for reroofs, siding and windows. Permits are issued by Friendswood Community Development, 910 S. Friendswood Dr., 281-996-3201. A city permit fee applies, and it's included in your proposal. We pull the permit before work starts.
Is my Friendswood home in the windstorm area?
It depends on which side of the county line you are on. The Galveston County side of Friendswood is in the TWIA-designated area, so a roof replacement there generally needs a TDI-appointed windstorm inspection and a WPI-8. The Harris County side is not in the designated area, and the city's final inspection applies instead. Glass-only window swaps, gutters, and roof repairs under 100 square feet with no decking replaced are generally exempt. We will confirm which side your address is on. We can't guarantee the outcome of any inspection.
Do I need HOA approval in Friendswood?
Getting HOA approval is up to the homeowner. Share your HOA's terms with us and we will build to them.
How long will my Friendswood project take?
A typical reroof is a few days of work once materials are on site. Permits, inspections and weather can change the overall timeline, and we give you an estimated schedule in writing rather than a guaranteed date.
Can you replace aluminum windows in a 1970s Friendswood home?
Yes. That is one of the most common jobs we do here. We measure each opening and custom-fit the new windows.
Is the estimate free?
Yes. We measure and give you a written proposal at no cost.
This is general information as of 2026. Requirements can change, so we confirm the rules for your address before work starts.
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