Local research · updated July 2026
Double-hung windows in Shreveport, Louisiana
Two vertically sliding sashes; both the top and bottom sash open. For Shreveport's older housing stock (64.6% of homes predate 1980), double-hung window replacement is a common project — and in the ENERGY STAR South-Central zone, the number that matters most is a low SHGC (≤ 0.23) to block solar heat.
Short answer
Double-hung windows in Shreveport typically cost $595–$2,700 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 Shreveport (BEA Regional Price Parity, 2024). How we estimate →
$595–$2,700
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 Shreveport
64.6%
of Shreveport homes were built before 1980
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2019–2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
SHGC ≤ 0.23
the ENERGY STAR v7.0 number that matters most in the South-Central zone
Source: EPA ENERGY STAR v7.0
Is a Double-hung window right for a Shreveport 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 Shreveport's climate
Shreveport sits in the ENERGY STAR South-Central zone (IECC zone 3A (warm, moist), Caddo Parish), where the priority is a low SHGC (≤ 0.23) to block solar heat.
Double-hung sashes seal against weatherstripping as they slide, so they have more potential air-leakage paths than hinged styles. In the South-Central zone, prioritize a well-built unit and low-SHGC glass (≤ 0.23) 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 Shreveport
Double-hung window replacement in Shreveport runs $595–$2,700 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. NW Louisiana pricing is generally moderate. Age of openings drives spreads. Federal 25C is gone; confirm Entergy and DENR status. Itemize every bid.
That's the national range shifted to Shreveport's cost level using the BEA Regional Price Parity for Shreveport-Bossier City, LA (84.8, 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 Shreveport
A sample of companies with locations in the Shreveport market. See the full Shreveport directory for all listings, our map, and featured-partner disclosures.
| Company | Location | Request a quote |
|---|---|---|
| 1Window World of Northwest LAWindow World | Bossier City, LA | Get matched → |
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Rebates & incentives in Louisiana
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.
Louisiana's IRA Home Energy Rebates are administered by the state Department of Energy and Natural Resources (DENR), with more than $200 million allocated across the Home Efficiency and Home Electrification tracks. As of mid-2026 implementation was still in progress and the consumer-facing rebates had not fully launched. Windows would typically qualify only through the whole-home Home Efficiency Rebates track on a modeled-savings basis rather than as a standalone rebate; confirm current status with DENR before relying on it. See our Shreveport guide for the full program list.
Double-hung windows in Shreveport: FAQ
›What efficiency numbers should a Double-hung window in Shreveport meet?
Shreveport sits in the ENERGY STAR South-Central zone (IECC 3A (warm, moist)). Qualifying units need a U-factor of 0.28 or lower and an SHGC of 0.23 or lower. Double-hung sashes seal against weatherstripping as they slide, so they have more potential air-leakage paths than hinged styles. In the South-Central zone, prioritize a well-built unit and low-SHGC glass (≤ 0.23) to offset that.
›How much does Double-hung window replacement cost in Shreveport?
A useful planning range for Double-hung window replacement in Shreveport is $595–$2,700 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. NW Louisiana pricing is generally moderate. Age of openings drives spreads. Federal 25C is gone; confirm Entergy and DENR status. Itemize every bid.
›Do I need a permit to replace Double-hung windows in Shreveport?
Replacement generally requires a permit, and new units must meet the current energy code. See our Shreveport 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)