Andover, MN · Window Installation
Andover Homes Are Worth Doing Right; So Are the Windows
Andover has some of the largest, best-maintained homes in the north metro. Many were built in the 1980s through the 2000s with high window counts and premium finishes, and the original windows on those homes are now 20 to 40 years old. Lakeside Exteriors installs replacement windows on Andover two-stories, custom builds, and established neighborhood homes with the detail work and clean finish those homes deserve.
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Window Installation · Andover, Minnesota
More Windows, Bigger Openings, Higher Stakes
Andover homes are bigger than average — a higher share of four and five bedroom homes here than in 98% of communities in the country. That means more windows per house, larger opening sizes, more two-story exterior exposure, and higher window counts that make product selection and install quality matter more, not less.
The established neighborhoods — Shadowbrook, Hickory Meadows, Rum River Hills, Bunker Hills Estates — are full of 1990s and 2000s two-stories where the original builder windows are now hitting the end of their useful life. Fogged glass, drafts at the frame, failing sash hardware, and insulated glass units that have lost their gas fill are the most common things we see. The homes themselves are in great shape. The windows just need to catch up.
When you call Lakeside, we come out, inspect every window and its rough opening, measure each one, and put together a written estimate with specific product options — brand, frame material, glass package, grille pattern, and color. For a larger Andover home with 20 or more windows, that level of detail matters. You're not getting a phone estimate or a per-window rate that ignores the variables.
We carry Pella, Andersen, Marvin, and ProVia. Larger Andover homes often benefit from a step up in frame material or glass package — fiberglass frames, triple-pane glass, or a premium line with better warranty coverage. We'll walk you through the options and what actually makes a difference for your specific home.
Serving Andover and the North Metro
Lakeside Exteriors serves Andover and the surrounding north metro communities including Coon Rapids, Blaine, Ham Lake, Ramsey, Anoka, and Champlin. We cover the full Twin Cities Metro. Get your free, no obligation estimate today.
Window Options
Window Styles We Install in Andover Homes
Andover's larger two-stories and custom builds have a wider mix of window types and opening sizes than most suburbs. Here's what we install most often in this area and what to know about each one.
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Double-Hung Windows
The most common window in Andover's 1990s and 2000s two-stories. Double-hungs appear in bedrooms, secondary living areas, and front-facing elevations throughout Andover's established neighborhoods. On larger homes, getting the color, grille pattern, and frame profile right matters as much as the performance specs — we go through both with you.
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Casement Windows
Casements are common in Andover kitchens, primary suite bathrooms, and side-facing rooms where ventilation and tight sealing are both priorities. They press against the frame on all four sides when closed — one of the better performers in Minnesota winters — and they're available in larger sizes that suit the proportions of Andover's bigger homes.
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Picture & Fixed Windows
Andover two-stories frequently have large fixed windows in stairwells, great rooms, and gable-end walls. These openings are often the biggest in the home and the most visible from the street. A fixed window that fits cleanly, seals properly, and matches the home's exterior profile makes a real difference in how the house looks and how it performs.
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Wider horizontal openings show up in Andover finished lower levels, walkout basements, and utility spaces. Sliding windows fit those proportions well. On walkout and below-grade openings, we check the sill and rough framing condition carefully — moisture management on those openings is important in Minnesota's climate.
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Bay windows are a common feature in Andover dining rooms, breakfast nooks, and primary bedroom bump-outs on larger homes. Replacements need careful attention to the structural framing, flashing, and exterior trim above and around the unit — especially on homes built in the 90s where those details sometimes didn't get the attention they deserved the first time around.
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Andover homeowners finishing walkout basements or lower levels need egress windows to meet Minnesota code for sleeping areas. Scope depends on the existing opening, grade around the home, and whether a window well is needed. We review the opening and local requirements before writing the estimate.
Brands We Install
Our Process
Simple From Start to Finish
No pressure, no guessing, and no surprise costs. Here is what working with Lakeside Exteriors looks like.
Our Process
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Window Inspection & Exact Measurements
We inspect your current windows, review frame condition, check for drafts or moisture damage, and measure every opening. You get a clear recommendation before anything is ordered.
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Behind the Scenes
Permits, scheduling, material ordering — we take care of all of it. You don't have to chase anyone down or figure out what comes next.
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Installation
Our installers remove the old windows, install your new windows, seal each opening, clean the job site, and walk through the finished work with you.
Why Andover Homeowners Choose Lakeside
A Larger Home Means the Finish Work Has to Be Right
On a larger Andover home with 20 or more windows, the visible details matter. Interior casing that's reinstalled cleanly, exterior trim that sits flush, grille patterns that match across openings, color that's consistent across the whole elevation. Those details don't happen automatically — they happen when the crew is paying attention and not rushing to get to the next job.
We also do the rough opening prep work that makes the new windows actually perform. Spray foam in the voids, vapor barrier seated correctly, urethane caulk on the exterior seams. On a home with 20-plus windows, that prep work is happening 20-plus times. We don't skip it because the job is big.
What You Can Expect
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Free window inspection
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Clear written estimate
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Licensed and insured contractor
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Andersen, Pella, Marvin, and ProVia window options
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Help comparing double-pane and triple-pane glass
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Guidance for drafty, foggy, stuck, leaking, or aging windows
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Proper flashing, insulation, and air sealing
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Clean interior and exterior trim work
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Careful jobsite cleanup
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Final walkthrough
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One team for windows, siding, roofing, doors, and exterior updates
"I started Lakeside after years at large nationwide contractors because I wanted to do this the right way — where the homeowner actually knows what's happening, the crew shows up when they say they will, and nobody cuts corners because they're rushing to the next job. That's still how we operate on every single project."
-Freddie Macalus, Owner, Lakeside Exteriors
SERVICE AREA
Andover & Nearby North Metro Communities
Lakeside Exteriors serves Andover and the surrounding north metro with window installation, siding, roofing, doors, gutters, and storm damage repair.
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WHAT WE DO
While You're Updating
the Outside…
Andover homeowners who replace windows often take care of one or two other things at the same time. One crew, one project, one cleanup.
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Energy-efficient window installation for Minnesota homes. We install vinyl, fiberglass, and wood replacement windows built to handle freeze-thaw cycles and reduce heating costs. We work with high-end windows built for Minnesota; Pella, Andersen, Marvin, & ProVia
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Fiber cement siding, vinyl siding, and LP SmartSide installation. Protect your home from hail damage and humidity with low-maintenance siding built for Twin Cities weather. Working with James Hardie Siding, LP SmartSide Siding, & Market Square
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Asphalt shingle roofing, roof leak repair, and complete roof replacement. Licensed roofing contractors serving Minnetonka and surrounding communities. Working with quality roofing materials like GAF, Owens Corning, and Certainteed.
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Energy-efficient patio door installation and sliding glass door replacement for Minnesota homes. We install vinyl, fiberglass, and multi-panel sliding doors that eliminate drafts, operate smoothly year-round, and stand up to freeze-thaw cycles.
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Complete home exterior transformation including window replacement, siding installation, roofing, and exterior painting. Get better curb appeal, energy efficiency, and protection from Minnesota weather—all from one trusted contractor.
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Minnesota hail and wind can damage roofs, siding, and windows overnight. We offer free storm inspections, direct insurance claim support, and a crew that knows how to document damage so your claim doesn't get shortchanged. Lakeside does not provide emergency services.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Homeowners Ask.
We Answer.
Questions Andover homeowners ask when they're ready to move forward.
What makes window installation in Medina MN different from nearby west metro cities?
Window installation in Medina often involves larger homes, custom window openings, wooded-lot exposure, finished lower levels, and mixed exterior materials. Lakeside Exteriors accounts for those details with careful measuring, product planning, flashing, insulation, and trim work before installation begins.
How much does window replacement cost in Medina MN?
Window replacement cost in Medina depends on window size, brand, frame material, glass package, grille pattern, trim needs, access, and installation scope. Larger picture windows, bay windows, bow windows, specialty shapes, and egress windows often cost more than standard replacement windows. Lakeside Exteriors provides a clear written estimate after reviewing the home.
What window brands does Lakeside Exteriors install for Medina homeowners?
Lakeside Exteriors installs trusted window brands for Medina homes, including Andersen, Pella, Marvin, and ProVia. The best choice depends on the home’s architecture, existing exterior materials, energy goals, desired interior finish, exterior color, budget, and room-by-room needs.
Can Lakeside Exteriors replace large picture windows in Medina homes?
Yes. Lakeside Exteriors replaces large picture and fixed windows in Medina homes. The team checks the opening size, surrounding frame condition, exterior trim, water-management details, and glass options before recommending the right replacement window.
Does Lakeside Exteriors install egress windows in Medina MN?
Yes. Lakeside Exteriors can help Medina homeowners plan egress window installation for finished lower levels, basement bedrooms, and safety updates. Egress projects may involve size requirements, window wells, drainage, permits, and inspection needs.
How long does window installation take in Medina MN?
Most standard window installation projects in Medina take one to two days once products arrive. Larger homes, specialty windows, exterior finishing, and full-home window replacement projects may take longer. Lakeside Exteriors reviews the expected timeline before work begins.
More questions? Visit our full FAQ page or contact our office directly