Local research · updated July 2026

Double-hung windows in Peoria, Illinois

Two vertically sliding sashes; both the top and bottom sash open. For Peoria's older housing stock (69.9% of homes predate 1980), double-hung window replacement is a common project — and in the ENERGY STAR North-Central zone, the number that matters most is a low U-factor (≤ 0.25) to keep heat in.

Short answer

Double-hung windows in Peoria typically cost $640–$2,905 installed per opening. The low end is a mid-grade vinyl insert from a regional installer; the top is a premium frame, a full-frame installation, or a full-service national brand.

NREL REMDB + BLS PPI, localized to Peoria (BEA Regional Price Parity, 2024). How we estimate →

$640–$2,905

installed range per opening for Double-hung window, from a mid-grade insert up to a premium or full-frame job

Source: NREL REMDB + BLS PPI, localized to Peoria

69.9%

of Peoria homes were built before 1980

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2019–2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates

SHGC ≤ 0.4

the ENERGY STAR v7.0 number that matters most in the North-Central zone

Source: EPA ENERGY STAR v7.0

Is a Double-hung window right for a Peoria home?

Both sashes slide vertically and typically tilt inward for cleaning.

Where it fits:

  • Traditional and historic home styles
  • Rooms facing walkways, porches, or patios (no outward projection)
  • Easy cleaning from inside on upper floors

What to weigh:

  • More potential air-leakage paths than hinged styles at equal quality
  • Half the opening ventilates at any one time

Double-hung windows and Peoria's climate

Peoria sits in the ENERGY STAR North-Central zone (IECC zone 5A (cold, moist), Peoria County), where the priority is a low U-factor (≤ 0.25) to keep heat in.

Double-hung sashes seal against weatherstripping as they slide, so they have more potential air-leakage paths than hinged styles. In the North-Central zone, prioritize a well-built unit and a low U-factor (≤ 0.25) to offset that.

New to these numbers? See our plain-English guide to U-factor and SHGC and the full double-hung guide.

What Double-hung windows cost in Peoria

Double-hung window replacement in Peoria runs $640–$2,905 installed. The low end is a mid-grade vinyl insert from a regional installer; the top is a premium frame, a full-frame installation, or a full-service national brand. Central Illinois pricing is generally moderate. Old openings drive full-frame spreads. Federal 25C is gone; utility weatherization is the realistic path. Itemize every bid.

That's the national range shifted to Peoria's cost level using the BEA Regional Price Parity for Peoria, IL (91.2, U.S. = 100; 2024). How we estimate local costs →

For a breakdown by frame material and install type, see our full cost guide.

Installers serving Peoria

A sample of companies with locations in the Peoria market. See the full Peoria directory for all listings, our map, and featured-partner disclosures.

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1Feldco Windows, Siding, Doors & Roofing of Peoria

Peoria, IL · Feldco

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2Mad City Windows & Baths of Peoria

Peoria, IL · Mad City Windows

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Peoria, IL · Pella

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Peoria, IL · Window World

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Rebates & incentives in Illinois

The federal window tax credit (25C) ended for projects placed in service after December 31, 2025. If your windows were installed in 2025, you can still claim it on your 2025 return — but for new projects there is no federal window credit. State and utility programs are now the main source of window incentives.

Illinois has been rolling out IRA Home Energy Rebate programs; whole-home efficiency retrofits can include windows within a modeled-savings project. Confirm current program status and eligibility before counting on rebate dollars. See our Peoria guide for the full program list.

Double-hung windows in Peoria: FAQ

›What efficiency numbers should a Double-hung window in Peoria meet?

Peoria sits in the ENERGY STAR North-Central zone (IECC 5A (cold, moist)). Qualifying units need a U-factor of 0.25 or lower and an SHGC of 0.4 or lower. Double-hung sashes seal against weatherstripping as they slide, so they have more potential air-leakage paths than hinged styles. In the North-Central zone, prioritize a well-built unit and a low U-factor (≤ 0.25) to offset that.

›How much does Double-hung window replacement cost in Peoria?

A useful planning range for Double-hung window replacement in Peoria is $640–$2,905 installed. The low end is a mid-grade vinyl insert from a regional installer; the top is a premium frame, a full-frame installation, or a full-service national brand. Central Illinois pricing is generally moderate. Old openings drive full-frame spreads. Federal 25C is gone; utility weatherization is the realistic path. Itemize every bid.

›Do I need a permit to replace Double-hung windows in Peoria?

Replacement generally requires a permit, and new units must meet the current energy code. See our Peoria guide for local permitting and rebate details, and always confirm your installer pulls the permit.

Sources

  • — U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (B25034, B25035)
  • — EPA ENERGY STAR Version 7.0 Residential Windows specification
  • — DOE/PNNL IECC climate zone assignments by county
  • — NREL residential window cost analysis (planning ranges)