Cost VS Value

Remodeling Magazine Cost vs. Value Report continues to be a go-to resource for homeowners and contractors.

In the West South Central region, which includes major markets in Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, and Oklahoma, the 2025 Cost vs. Value Report shows that homeowners can expect to recoup about 75.5% of their investment in vinyl window replacement.

2025 Cost vs Value Report—Window Replacement | Vinyl

  • Job Cost (vinyl windows) in 2025: $22,073

  • Resale Value (2025): $16,657

  • Cost Recouped (2025): 75.5%

Source: Remodeling Magazine, “2025 Cost vs. Value Report,” published by Zonda Media, available via JLC Online at jlconline.com/cost-vs-value/2025.

What It Means for Homeowners in Texas

In regions like Central Texas, where energy efficiency and climate control are major concerns, replacement vinyl windows can deliver particularly strong returns. Actual job costs and ROI can vary based on materials, home size, and local housing conditions, but most Texas markets fall close to the national averages — often between 65% and 75% recouped.

The combination of energy savings, comfort, and curb appeal makes vinyl window replacement one of the more strategic home improvement projects for 2025.

This report breaks down projects on a regional basis so that homeowners across the country can understand what to expect from their surrounding market.

Information presented as compiled in the Remodeling 2019 Cost vs. Value Report (www.costvsvalue.com)

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