Coon Rapids, MN · Window Installation
Coon Rapids Homes From the 60s, 70s, and 80s Need Windows That Actually Work
The median home in Coon Rapids was built in 1983. That means most windows in this city are 30 to 60 years old — original to the home or the first replacement, now well past their useful life. Lakeside Exteriors installs replacement windows for Coon Rapids ramblers, split-entries, multi-levels, and two-stories, with a written estimate and a crew that shows up when they say they will.
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Window Installation · Coon Rapids, Minnesota
The Signs Are There. We Know What to Do.
Fogged glass, drafts along the frame, sashes that stick or won't stay open — in a Coon Rapids home built between 1960 and 1990, these aren't surprises. They're what happens when original windows or first-generation replacements have cycled through 30 to 60 Minnesota winters. The seals give out. The frames lose their shape. The insulated glass units stop insulating.
Coon Rapids has a real mix of housing. The older Thompson Heights and City Center neighborhoods near the Mississippi have ramblers and split-entries from the 1950s and 60s. The streets further north and west run through waves of 70s and 80s multi-levels and two-stories. Each home type has its own rough opening conditions, exterior cladding, and window proportions. We work on all of them regularly.
When you call Lakeside, here's what happens: we come out, inspect every window, check the rough opening and framing for rot or moisture, and measure each opening individually. You get a written estimate with specific product and pricing — not a ballpark that shifts when we show up. No same-day pressure. No phone quotes.
We carry Pella, Andersen, Marvin, and ProVia. We'll match the window to your home's specific openings, budget, and exterior style, and walk you through the options before you sign anything.
Serving Coon Rapids and the North Metro
Lakeside Exteriors serves Coon Rapids and surrounding north metro communities, including Blaine, Andover, Fridley, Brooklyn Park, Champlin, and Anoka. We cover the full Twin Cities Metro Get your free, no obligation estimate today.
Window Options
Window Styles We Install in Coon Rapids Homes
From the older ramblers near the river to the multi-levels and two-stories built throughout the 70s and 80s, Coon Rapids homes have a wide range of opening sizes and styles. Here's what we install most often in this area.
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Double-Hung Windows
The most common window type in Coon Rapids's 70s and 80s single-family homes. Both sashes open independently for easy ventilation and clean from the inside — practical in multi-level homes where upper-floor access from outside isn't an option. New double-hungs seal and insulate significantly better than the originals they replace.
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Casement Windows
Casements are a strong performer in Minnesota winters because they press tight against the frame on all four sides when closed. They show up frequently in Coon Rapids kitchens, bathrooms, and side-facing rooms — anywhere drafts from an aging double-hung or aluminum slider have been a recurring problem.
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Picture & Fixed Windows
Coon Rapids ramblers and multi-levels often have large fixed windows in living rooms and stairwells facing the backyard or street. Fixed windows seal simply with no moving parts to fail, and they're often combined with operable windows on either side. We confirm framing integrity before installing any large fixed unit.
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Wide horizontal openings are common in Coon Rapids split-entries and multi-levels — especially on lower levels and utility spaces where a crank-out window won't clear landscaping or a walkway. On lower-level installs, we always check sill and rough framing condition for moisture damage before finalizing the scope.
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Bay windows were a popular upgrade in Coon Rapids homes built in the late 70s and 80s. Many of them are now showing their age in the framing, flashing, and caulk around the bump-out. We review the structural support, exterior flashing, and roof detail above the unit before quoting a bay window replacement — no surprises mid-project.
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Coon Rapids homeowners finishing lower levels need egress windows to meet Minnesota code for sleeping areas. Scope depends on the existing opening size, grade conditions, and whether a window well is needed. We review the full situation and local permit requirements before writing an 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 Coon Rapids Homeowners Choose Lakeside
Why Medina Homeowners Choose Lakeside for Window Installation
In a Coon Rapids home from the 70s or 80s, pulling an old window almost always reveals something behind it — compressed insulation, a sill that's been taking on moisture for years, framing gaps that have been re-caulked so many times the caulk is the only thing holding things together. A straight product swap leaves all of that in place.
We clear it out. Spray foam fills the voids in the rough opening. The vapor barrier gets seated correctly. Exterior seams get urethane caulk. The new window goes into a properly prepared opening — which is what makes it perform the way the manufacturer intends for the next 25 years, not just the first season.
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
Coon Rapids & Nearby North Metro Communities
Lakeside Exteriors serves Coon Rapids and the surrounding north metro with window installation, siding, roofing, doors, gutters, and storm damage repair.
Andover Window Installation
Champlin Window Installation
Fridley Window Installation
WHAT WE DO
While You're Updating
the Outside…
Coon Rapids 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 replacement windows for Coon Rapids ramblers, split-entries, multi-levels, and two-stories. Vinyl, fiberglass, and wood options built for Minnesota winters. Pella, Andersen, Marvin, and ProVia.
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Fiber cement, vinyl, and LP SmartSide installation. Low-maintenance siding built for north metro conditions — hail resistant, moisture resistant, and designed to handle Minnesota freeze-thaw cycles.
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Asphalt shingle roofing and roof leak repair for Coon Rapids and surrounding north metro. GAF, Owens Corning, and CertainTeed materials from licensed roofing contractors.
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Vinyl, fiberglass, and multi-panel sliding doors that eliminate drafts and hold up year-round. Common upgrade in Coon Rapids multi-levels and split-entries with rear deck or patio access.
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Windows, siding, roofing, and exterior painting from one contractor. Better curb appeal, improved energy efficiency, and one schedule from start to finish.
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Hail and wind damage roofs, siding, and windows throughout the north metro every year. Free storm inspections, direct insurance claim support, and documentation so your claim doesn't get shortchanged.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Homeowners Ask.
We Answer.
Questions Coon Rapids homeowners ask when they're ready to move forward.
What does the estimate process look like with Lakeside?
It starts with a free in-home visit. We inspect every window, check the rough opening and framing condition, and take exact measurements. You get a written estimate with specific product options — brand, frame material, glass package, and color. No phone quotes, no vague line items, no pressure to decide the same day.
Does Lakeside Exteriors work in Coon Rapids, MN?
Yes. Lakeside Exteriors serves Coon Rapids and the surrounding north metro, including Blaine, Andover, Fridley, Brooklyn Park, Champlin, and Anoka. The team handles window installation, siding, roofing, doors, gutters, and storm damage repair. Schedule a free estimate here.
Is Lakeside Exteriors licensed and insured in Minnesota?
Yes. Lakeside Exteriors holds Minnesota Contractor License #CR807029 and carries full insurance coverage. Homeowners can verify the license through the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry. The company is also BBB Accredited, Pella Certified, Andersen Certified, and EPA Lead-Safe Certified — which matters for Coon Rapids homes built before 1978.
How fast can Lakeside start a window project in Coon Rapids?
Timeline depends on the number of windows, product lead time, and the current install schedule. Custom-ordered windows typically carry a 3 to 6 week lead time from the order date. We give you a clear project timeline when we present the estimate — not a vague "a few weeks" answer.
How much does window installation cost in Coon Rapids, MN?
Cost depends on the number of windows, style and brand, glass package, trim condition, and whether any rough opening repairs are needed. Older Coon Rapids homes sometimes have framing or sill issues that add prep work. Lakeside Exteriors provides a clear written estimate after reviewing the home — no surprises on install day.
Can Lakeside handle windows along with siding or roofing at the same time?
Yes. Combining window installation with a siding project or roof replacement on the same Coon Rapids home saves time and often reduces total cost. One crew, one schedule, one cleanup — all three exterior services handled by the same team.
More questions? Visit our full FAQ page or contact our office directly