Do You Get New Window Sills with New Windows?

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Areas around the window are sometimes those that are most heavily damaged. Window sills receive the brunt of the moisture from open windows, yet they are never replaced during the window replacement process.

Do new windows include sills?

During the installation of a full-frame replacement window, the entire window is removed, leaving only the “rough opening†– like in a new home construction. Everything is removed — including the sills and trim.

Do you have to replace window trim when replacing windows?

There are as many different styles of window trim as there are styles of houses. If you feel that your window trim no longer fits your style, or it is ready to be replaced, you should replace it with new trim that complements both your windows and the overall look of your home.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.