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Historic Window Restoration in Nashville
Original wood windows can last for generations when they are restored properly. Restoration keeps the character of an older home and often the old-growth wood and wavy glass that cannot be replaced.
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Historic Window Restoration, Done Right
Restoration can include repairing sashes, replacing broken glass and glazing putty, restoring balances and weatherstripping, scraping and repainting and fitting storm windows for efficiency.
Homes built before 1978 may contain lead-based paint, and federal rules govern how it is handled during work. Ask us how that applies to your home, and we will talk through safe practices and options.
Music City Door & Window Services brings historic window restoration to homes in Nashville and across 20 Middle Tennessee cities.
Options & Details
What Goes Into Historic Window Restoration
The pieces that make this service what it is. Mix and match to fit your home.
Restore the working parts
Sash Repair
We repair or replace cords, balances, joints and rotted pieces so sashes work again.
- Joints
- Cords
- Balances
- Rot
- Comfort
- Efficiency
- Condition
- Craftsmanship
- Value
Keep the character
Glazing and Glass
We re-glaze with fresh putty and, where possible, keep the original wavy glass.
- Putty
- Original glass
- Re-glaze
- Replace
- Comfort
- Efficiency
- Condition
- Craftsmanship
- Value
Add comfort
Weatherstripping and Storms
Modern weatherstripping and a storm window can make restored windows much more comfortable.
- Seals
- Storm
- Interior
- Exterior
- Comfort
- Efficiency
- Condition
- Craftsmanship
- Value
Do it right
Safety and Paint
Older paint may contain lead. We explain safe practices and options.
- Lead
- Containment
- Prep
- Paint
- Comfort
- Efficiency
- Condition
- Craftsmanship
- Value
Images are illustrative renderings, not photos of completed projects. Every project is confirmed with Music City Door & Window Services before work begins, and permit and code requirements depend on your project and location. Figures in our tools are planning estimates only.
Why Customers Choose It
What Makes Historic Window Restoration Special
What Sets It Apart
- Sash repair, re-glazing and weatherstripping
- Original glass and profiles preserved where possible
- Pairing with storm windows for comfort
- Honest advice on restoration versus replacement
Ideal For
- Historic and older homes
- Homeowners in historic districts
- Anyone who loves original windows
Historic Window Restoration Profile
Average of the options above on a one-to-five scale. These are our general, qualitative ratings to help you compare, not measurements or test results.
- Comfort
- Efficiency
- Condition
- Craftsmanship
- Value
Free Design Tool
The Repair or Replace Advisor
Tick the problems you see and get a plain-English view of your options.
Design and planning aids for inspiration, not engineering, code or product advice. Nothing you enter is sent anywhere until you choose to send it to us.
Transformations
See the Difference
Drag the handle to compare before and after.
Make It Yours
Matched to Your Home
Use the Repair or Replace Advisor and see how storm windows can help.
The Music City Door & Window Experience
How We Work
Talk and Measure
Call 615-357-7797 or send the form. We visit, look at your openings, talk through your goals and take careful measurements.
Choose and Order
We help you compare materials, styles, glass and finishes, confirm every size and place the order for your home.
Install With Care
Your home is protected, the old units come out, the new ones go in plumb, level and sealed, and we keep the site tidy.
Walk Through and Enjoy
We check every sash, latch and lock with you, clean up and make sure you love how it looks and works.
Is it better to restore or replace old windows?
It depends on condition, goals and budget. Restored windows with storms can perform well and keep the character of the home, while replacement may suit windows that are beyond repair.
Do historic districts have window rules?
Some do. We help you understand what may apply and choose options that fit.
Is lead paint a concern?
Homes built before 1978 may have lead-based paint. Rules apply to how it is handled, and we discuss safe approaches.
Do you serve my area?
Music City Door & Window Services serves 20 Middle Tennessee cities. Call 615-357-7797 or browse our service areas page to confirm your address.
Ready When You Are
Let’s Get Your Openings Done Right
Request your free estimate. Tell us about your home and the windows and doors you have in mind and we will contact you shortly, or call now and talk to a Music City Door & Window Services pro.
- Free estimates
- 20 Middle Tennessee cities
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Music City Door & Window Services installs replacement windows, entry doors, patio doors, garage doors and more for homes and businesses across Nashville and Middle Tennessee.
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