Installing window trim costs an average of $900, with a published normal range of $500 – $1,200 per window, according to HomeAdvisor.2 Angi publishes the same $500 – $1,200 per-window range; Angi and HomeAdvisor are corporate siblings, and matching figures between the sibling sites alone don’t establish independent corroboration.1,2 HomeAdvisor puts smaller projects at $350 and larger or complex installs at $1,600.2 Fixr (updated January 2025) separately reports a far lower $176 national average per window, within an average range of $164 – $187, a $36 low end, and a $191 high end.3 The publishers’ published per-window estimates differ widely, so they are presented separately throughout. Prices are national averages*.
*National averages, not local quotes. Your price depends on trim material, window size and type, labor rates, and whether old trim must be removed.
Lead paint in pre-1978 homes
Removing old window trim disturbs painted surfaces. The EPA reports that homes built before 1978 are more likely to have lead-based paint (24% of homes built 1960–1977, 69% built 1940–1959, and 87% before 1940), and that renovation or repair activities that disturb painted surfaces in older homes may create large amounts of lead dust – projects that create even a small amount of dust can pose health risks.4
$900
average per window (HomeAdvisor)
$500 – $1,200
normal range per window (Angi/HomeAdvisor)
$176
average per window (Fixr)
$2 – $7
labor per lin.ft. (Angi)
What the sources say
| Source | Headline figures | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| HomeAdvisor (2026 data, updated Jun 2026) | $900 average per window; normal range $500 – $1,200; smaller projects $350; complex installs $1,600 | Corporate sibling of Angi; range matches Angi’s |
| Angi (2026 data, updated Oct 2026) | $500 – $1,200 per window; labor $2 – $7 per lin.ft. or $40 – $100 per hour | Sibling-published range matches HomeAdvisor’s |
| Fixr (updated Jan 2025) | $176 average per window; average range $164 – $187; low $36; high $191 | Separately published; its per-window estimate is far below the sibling range. Fixr’s high-end tier figure is omitted: its page states a reversed range ($232 – $191). Fixr’s scenario tiers price two windows while its headline banner states a per-window basis |
Cost by window type
Angi and HomeAdvisor publish an identical per-window installation table by window type (matching sibling figures):1,2
| Window type | Description | Cost per window (Angi/HomeAdvisor) |
|---|---|---|
| Single-hung | Standard rectangular / vertical sliding | $350 – $600 |
| Double-hung | Taller, two-sash window | $400 – $650 |
| Picture window | Large fixed pane | $500 – $900 |
| Bay window | Multi-panel, angled window | $800 – $1,500 |
| Bow window | Curved, multi-panel window | $900 – $1,600 |
| Specialty or custom shape | Arched, round, or custom design | $600 – $1,200+ |
Trim material costs
HomeAdvisor and Fixr price trim materials per linear foot, material only. Their figures are presented separately; categories differ between the publishers:2,3
| Material | HomeAdvisor | Fixr |
|---|---|---|
| Softwood | $0.60 – $7 | — |
| Hardwood | $0.75 – $10 | — |
| Wood (hardwood and softwood combined) | — | $0.88 – $6.86 |
| MDF | $1 – $3.50 | $1.13 – $3.38 |
| Vinyl | $0.80 – $30 | $2.10 – $17.25 |
| Polyurethane | $2 – $6 | $0.83 – $14.67 |
| Aluminum | $2 – $6 | — |
| Fiber cement | $0.70 – $5.50 | — |
| Composite | — | $1.88 – $8.67 |
| PVC | $0.50 – $5 | — |
| Polystyrene / foam | $1 – $2 | — |
| Plaster | $6 – $15 | — |
| Steel | $5 – $20 | — |
| Reclaimed wood | $1.25 – $12 | — |
| Exotic wood | $10 – $45 | — |
Fixr also prices replacement window sill material at $15 – $18 per linear foot, material only.3
Cost by trim style
Fixr prices common trim styles per linear foot:3
| Trim style | Cost per lin.ft. (Fixr) |
|---|---|
| Colonial | $0.62 – $0.92 |
| Craftsman | $0.82 – $1.94 |
| Architectural | $1.57 – $16.62 |
| Traditional | $0.52 – $24.78 |
Labor costs
Angi reports window trim installers charge $40 – $100 per hour or $2 – $7 per linear foot, with minimum service fees of $75 – $150 per visit.1 Fixr reports a trim carpenter at $66 – $121 per hour and a handyman at $37 – $68 per hour, with a handyman typically taking about an hour to replace the casing around one window.3
Additional costs
HomeAdvisor prices old trim removal at $50 – $150.2 Angi prices minor trim repairs – patching, repainting, or recaulking – at $50 – $150 per window, and professional painting or staining of new trim at $2 – $6 per linear foot.1 Both figures sit at $50 – $150 but cover different scopes: HomeAdvisor’s is removal of existing trim, Angi’s is repair work.
Angi and HomeAdvisor both put permit fees at $25 – $150 when a permit is required, such as for some exterior work (matching sibling figures).1,2
Fixr prices complete scenarios for two average-sized windows: $36 – $58 with basic paintable pine, and $164 – $187 with a 3-inch colonial wood style.3
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to install trim around one window?
HomeAdvisor reports an average of $900 per window with a normal range of $500 – $1,200,2 and Angi publishes the same $500 – $1,200 range (sibling sites).1 Fixr reports a $176 per-window average for a smaller-scope replacement.3
How much does window trim labor cost?
Angi reports $40 – $100 per hour or $2 – $7 per linear foot.1 Fixr reports $66 – $121 per hour for a trim carpenter and $37 – $68 per hour for a handyman.3
How much does it cost to remove old window trim?
HomeAdvisor prices old trim removal at $50 – $150.2
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See our guides to trim painting costs, crown molding costs, baseboard installation costs, and window replacement costs.
Sources
- Angi – How Much Does Window Trim Installation Cost? [2026 Data] (accessed Nov 2, 2026)
- HomeAdvisor – How Much Does It Cost to Install Window Trim? [2025 Data] (accessed Nov 2, 2026)
- Fixr – How Much Does It Cost to Install Window Trim? (updated Jan 2025)
- U.S. EPA – Reduce the Risk of Lead Exposure at Home (accessed Nov 2, 2026)