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Window and door work in Novato runs hotter and saltier than most of Marin County. We’re talking about a valley floor that regularly hits 90°F in July while still catching corrosive marine air off San Pablo Bay, which means the aluminum single-pane sliders in those 1960s – 1980s tract homes are fighting a two-front war. Most Novato homeowners who call us at (562) 478-8017 are dealing with stuck sliders, fogged glass, or frames that have started to pit and corrode from the inside out. We bring eight manufacturer brands to the table, pull permits when the city requires them, and put every price in writing before we touch a single window.
Why Novato Homes Are Different
Novato’s geography creates a problem you won’t find in Fairfax or San Anselmo. The city sits in a sun-drenched inland valley, typically running 10 – 15°F warmer than coastal Marin towns like Mill Valley or Sausalito. That solar load pounds west- and south-facing glass all afternoon, turning rooms into greenhouses and forcing AC systems to work overtime in homes that were never designed for it.
At the same time, afternoon delta breezes push salt-laden air across San Pablo Bay and into lower-elevation neighborhoods like Ignacio and Hamilton. We’ve pulled out aluminum frames in those areas where the balances have corroded solid and the weep holes are packed with salt residue. The housing stock matters too: most of Novato’s residential core is post-WWII tract development, ranch and split-level homes built from the 1950s through the 1980s, the majority still running original or early-replacement aluminum single-pane sliders.
Hamilton Landing adds its own wrinkle. The redeveloped former Air Force base still holds early steel-casement and military-spec aluminum windows that corrode differently than standard residential frames and need non-standard removal techniques. We’ve learned to spot them before we quote, not after we start cutting.
Our Main Novato Services
Most calls from Novato fall into three categories: replacing failed windows in older tract homes, installing new windows in additions or remodels, and upgrading exterior doors for security and efficiency.
Window Replacement in Novato
We replace the aluminum single-pane sliders and fixed glass that dominate Novato’s 1960s – 1980s housing stock, along with the occasional steel casement from Hamilton Landing’s base-era structures. Every replacement starts with a written, line-item quote that covers removal, disposal, new unit, trim work, and cleanup. We match the product to the home’s sun exposure, not our preferred vendor. Window Replacement in Novato
Window Installation in Novato
New window installation in Novato typically means additions, ADUs, or full-gut remodels where we’re cutting into stucco, wood siding, or the T1-11 still found on some ranch-style homes. We handle permit drawings, Title 24 compliance documentation, and flashing details for the marine exposure. Our crews work with your contractor’s schedule, not around it. Window Installation in Novato
Door Installation in Novato
Door work in Novato ranges from standard prehung entry replacements to oversized sliders opening onto decks with a view of the valley hills. Salt corrosion hits door hardware harder than most homeowners expect, especially on bay-facing elevations. We spec marine-grade hardware and proper sill pan flashing as standard, not upgrades. Door Installation in Novato
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
Brands We Service in Novato
We stock and install from eight brands: PGT, CGI, CWS, ES Windows, ECO Window Systems, Mr-Glass, Therma-Tru, and ViewLux. For Novato’s heat and salt exposure, we often lean on PGT and CGI for impact-resistant vinyl frames with thermally broken construction, or ViewLux for larger fixed glass where solar gain is the primary concern. Most standard parts are on our Bay Area truck, so we’re not waiting two weeks for a balance or sash. our brands
Pricing for Window Company in Novato, CA
| Service | Typical range in Novato |
|---|---|
| Single window replacement (standard vinyl double-hung) | $650 – $1,200 |
| Single window replacement (fiberglass or composite frame) | $950 – $1,800 |
| Large picture or slider replacement (per opening) | $1,400 – $2,800 |
| Bay or bow window replacement | $3,500 – $7,500 |
| New construction window installation (per opening) | $800 – $1,500 |
| Standard prehung entry door replacement | $1,800 – $3,500 |
| French or sliding patio door replacement | $2,800 – $5,500 |
| Multi-slide or folding door system | $8,000 – $18,000 |
| Hamilton Landing steel casement removal (non-standard) | Add $200 – $400 per opening |
| Stucco cutback and repair (per opening) | $150 – $350 |
| Permit and inspection fees (Novato Building Division) | $150 – $450 |
What pushes Novato prices toward the higher end: stucco exteriors that need careful cutback and matching, non-standard frame depths in Hamilton Landing base-era construction, and the occasional HOA design review fee in planned communities like Marin Country Club Estates. Whatever we find during measurement, we put in writing before work starts. No change orders, no invoice surprises.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Novato
We work across the full Novato Valley floor and up into the surrounding hills, from the bay-adjacent flats to the warmer western ridges. Crews dispatch from our San Francisco Bay Area office, and most Novato appointments are scheduled within a few days of your call.
- Ignacio
- Hamilton and Hamilton Landing
- Marin Country Club Estates
- San Marin
- Paradise Valley
Service Area – Cities Near Novato
Novato sits at the northern edge of central Marin, and we regularly cross city limits for homeowners who found us through a neighbor’s referral. Our crews also work in Fairfax, CA, San Anselmo, CA, Petaluma, CA, and San Rafael, CA. Same products, same written pricing, same cleanup photo before we leave.
Serving Novato, CA - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Novato area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs About Window Company in Novato
Most Novato homeowners get an appointment within three to five business days. We do not promise same-day visits for planned replacement work, but we do answer the phone live 24/7 to get you scheduled. Call (562) 478-8017 and we’ll find a time that respects your schedule.
Yes, if you’re changing the size of the opening or converting a window to a door. Standard like-for-like replacement usually does not trigger a permit, but we check Novato Building Division requirements on every job and pull permits when required. The fee typically runs $150 – $450, which we include in your written quote upfront.
We regularly submit product samples and installation details to Novato HOAs, including Marin Country Club Estates and Hamilton Landing associations. We photograph existing conditions, match finishes to approved palettes, and provide the documentation your board needs before work starts. Ask us about your specific HOA during the estimate, and we’ll build that timeline into our plan.
Ready to stop fighting stuck sliders and rising cooling bills? Call (562) 478-8017 to schedule your free, written estimate. We’ll measure every opening, explain what Novato’s heat and salt exposure means for your specific home, and give you a price that won’t change once work begins.
What happens when you call
- 1A real person answersNo phone trees - talk to a local windows & doors pro.
- 2You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched. No surprises.
- 3We come out and measureLicensed & insured, at a time that suits you - the visit and the quote are both free.
- 4You get the price in writingLine-itemed, yours to keep, and nothing starts until you say go.
What Novato Customers Say
"Replaced six windows. The crew laid runners through the house and vacuumed each room as they finished. With a crawling baby, that no mess thing meant a lot. Windows are gorgeous."
- Rosalind Kemp"Lovely windows and a tidy install. One window came in a couple weeks late from the factory, so that opening finished after the others. They kept me posted and the rest was spotless."
- Mia Donnelly"Quiet, considerate install of several windows. They cleaned the glass and the sills and vacuumed every room. You'd never know a crew had been through. House is quieter and brighter."
- Brent Sakamoto