Exterior Remodeling & Window Replacement in Burlington, WI
Wilco Exteriors replaces drafty, worn-out windows for Burlington homeowners, and we handle the rest of your home’s exterior too. Our team takes on roofing, gutters, siding, soffit and fascia, and exterior doors. We help homeowners with foggy glass, sticking sashes, missing shingles, roof leaks, and gutters that overflow. Book a free inspection, and we’ll show you what we find and give you a clear estimate.
Window Replacement in Burlington, WI
Old windows make themselves known in small ways. A curtain moves on a still winter night. A lock takes three tries to catch. Water beads on the sill every morning. Or the guest room is always the coldest room in the house.
Wilco provides window replacement in Burlington, WI for homeowners who are tired of working around their windows. We install energy-efficient vinyl and fiberglass replacement windows that are measured and fitted for each opening, so they seal tightly and work the way windows should.
What We Hear From Homeowners
Most conversations about replacement windows in Burlington start with a complaint that’s been building for a while:
“The draft hits me as soon as I sit down.” Cold air slipping in along the sash or frame.
“I need both hands to open it.” Windows that drag, bind, or refuse to budge.
“I have to prop it open.” Worn balances that won’t hold a sash in place.
“The lock just spins.” Hardware that no longer pulls the window closed and secure.
“The glass looks permanently foggy.” Moisture trapped between the panes after the seal fails.
“The back bedroom is always freezing.” Rooms that never match the rest of the house.
A replacement window solves these problems by starting fresh. The new unit is built for your opening and sealed into place, so the gaps that let air through are gone. Rooms near windows stop feeling like the edge of the house.
Energy-efficient glass adds another layer. Insulated panes limit how much heat escapes in winter and how much sunlight warms the room in summer. That helps your heating and cooling equipment keep up without running as hard, though how much you notice depends on your home and your current windows.
Daily use changes too. New sashes move with light pressure, stay where you put them, and lock with a simple turn. Clean frames and clear glass also do a lot for curb appeal.
We don’t assume every window needs replacing. During your inspection, we’ll look at each window and let you know which ones are ready to go and which can wait.
Replacement Window Options for Your Home
The right window depends on where it’s going and what you need it to do. We think about the room, the size of the opening, how often you’ll open it, the look of your home, and your budget. These are the options we’ll talk through with you.
Double-Hung Replacement Windows
A practical all-around choice for bedrooms, hallways, and living rooms. You can open the top sash, the bottom sash, or both, and they tilt inward for easy cleaning. They also suit most home styles.
Sliding Replacement Windows
Sliders make sense where you can’t easily reach up and lift, like behind a sofa or above a kitchen counter. They open sideways with a light push and work well in wide, horizontal openings.
Picture Windows
If a room could use more daylight or has a view worth keeping, a picture window gives you one large, unbroken pane. They don’t open, so they’re often paired with operating windows for airflow.
Custom-Fit Replacement Windows
Window openings in existing homes are rarely exact, especially after years of settling. We measure each one carefully and order windows to those dimensions, which gives you a tighter seal and a neater finish.
Vinyl or Fiberglass
Vinyl is easy to care for and cost-conscious. Fiberglass costs more but is exceptionally sturdy and stable through temperature changes. We’ll explain the tradeoffs so you can choose confidently.
What to Expect During Window Replacement
We keep the process simple and make sure you know what’s happening at each step.
Free Consultation and Estimate
We’ll stop by, listen to what’s been bothering you about your windows, and ask how you use each room. Then we take a close look at your current windows. There’s no charge and no commitment, just a clear starting point for deciding what’s worth doing.
Evaluating Your Existing Windows
Next, we check how each window opens, closes, and locks, whether the seals are intact, and the condition of the frames. We also look at the trim and wall around each opening for moisture damage, then explain what we found and what it means for your home.
Choosing Your Replacement Windows
We’ll help you pick styles, materials, and glass options room by room, keeping your budget in view. After precise measurements, you’ll get a written quote listing every window and what’s included, so the scope is clear before anything is ordered.
Preparing for Installation
Once your custom windows arrive, we’ll coordinate a date that fits your schedule. Before the crew shows up, we’ll let you know what to move, such as furniture near the windows and blinds or curtains, and what the day will look like.
Replacement Window Installation
The crew removes the old windows, cleans and preps each opening, and sets the new windows level and square. Each one is sealed and finished with trim. If we uncover damaged framing along the way, we’ll show you and discuss options before continuing.
Cleanup and Final Walkthrough
Before we leave, we haul away the old windows and clean up inside and out. Then we walk through the house together and test every window, checking that it opens smoothly, locks securely, and looks the way it should.
The length of a project depends on how many windows you’re replacing, their sizes, and whether any openings need repair. We’ll go over the expected schedule with you during your estimate and let you know right away if anything changes.
Roofing Services in Burlington, WI
Wilco Exteriors is also a full-service roofing company in Burlington, WI, working with homeowners who need an honest look at their roofs and quality work when a repair or replacement is due.
Wisconsin weather is tough on roofs. Heavy snow adds weight, and ice can build along the eaves. Strong wind can lift or tear off shingles, and hard rain finds any weak spot in the flashing. Repeated freeze-thaw cycles and big seasonal temperature swings slowly break down the materials holding everything together. Most roofs don’t fail all at once. They wear out a little at a time.
Our residential roofing services start with understanding the problem. We inspect the roofing system, find what’s causing trouble, and recommend work that matches its actual condition. That could be a targeted repair, an inspection after a storm, or a complete roof replacement and new asphalt shingle roof installation. We won’t push a full replacement if your roof doesn’t need one.
Roof Inspections
Homeowners usually call us for a roof inspection when something catches their attention. That might be shingles in the yard after a windy night, a brown spot spreading on the ceiling, or granules piling up at the bottom of a downspout. Other reasons include cracked or curling shingles, flashing that’s pulled loose around a chimney or vent, storm damage, or simply a roof that’s getting older and hasn’t been looked at in years.
Our inspection covers the shingles, flashing, roof edges, vents, and signs of deterioration. We look for where water is getting in and how far the damage goes, and we document anything related to storms. Then we explain what we found in plain language and recommend the next step, which may be as simple as a repair.
Roof Replacement and Installation
Repairs make sense when damage is limited. When problems are spread across the roof, leaks keep returning, the decking feels soft, or the roof is simply worn out, continuing to patch it often costs more over time than replacing it. A planned roof replacement also saves you from a rushed decision after the next major storm.
Here’s how our roofing crew handles a replacement:
Removing the existing roofing materials
Inspecting the roof deck and underlying structure
Installing waterproofing and underlayment
Installing your new asphalt shingle roof
Cleaning up your property thoroughly when the job is done
Before work starts, we’ll go over the scope of the project, help you choose shingles that suit your home, and explain what to expect. During the installation, we keep you informed about progress. When the roof is finished, we clean up your yard and driveway and check the work before calling it complete.
More Exterior Services for Burlington Homeowners
Siding Replacement
Cracked, warped, faded, or loose siding does more than hurt your home’s appearance. It lets moisture reach the sheathing underneath. New siding restores that protective layer and gives your home a refreshed look. We handle siding installation from removing old panels through the finishing trim.
Gutter Replacement
Gutters have one job: moving water off the roof and away from your home. When they leak at the seams, sag between hangers, overflow in heavy rain, or pull away from the fascia, water ends up running down your siding and pooling around your foundation. Over time, that can lead to rot, stained exterior walls, and wet basements.
Soffit/Fascia Replacement
Fascia runs along the roof edge, holding your gutters and sealing the roofline from weather and pests. Soffit covers the underside of the overhang, and vented soffit lets your attic breathe. When either starts to rot, crack, or sag, replacing it protects the roofline and makes the exterior look finished.
Door Replacement
An entry door that lets in drafts, sticks in humid weather, or doesn’t lock firmly is a daily hassle. We replace entry and patio doors with units that seal well and operate smoothly. New doors are also a natural match for replacement windows, giving your exterior a consistent, updated look.
Why Burlington Homeowners Choose Wilco Exteriors
One Company for Your Exterior Windows, roofing, gutters, siding, soffit and fascia, and doors are all handled by one team. That makes it easier to plan projects and keep one point of contact.
Honest Assessments We base every recommendation on your home’s actual condition. If something can wait, you’ll hear it from us.
Clear Communication You’ll know the plan, the price, and the schedule before work starts, and we’ll keep you updated until the project is done.
Careful Workmanship We take the time to install things correctly and treat your home, landscaping, and driveway with care.
Cleanup and Final Review We clean up thoroughly and go over the finished work with you before we leave. Wilco is locally owned, licensed, bonded, and insured, with over a decade of experience serving homeowners in Southern Wisconsin and Northern Illinois.
Client Testimonials
Reviews from Janesville, WI & Illinois homeowners we’ve helped.
Serving Burlington, Wisconsin
Wilco Exteriors serves homeowners in Burlington and the surrounding area with window replacement, roofing, gutters, siding, and other exterior work.
Every part of a home’s exterior feels the seasons change here. Winter cold tests window seals and puts snow and ice on the roof. Spring thaws and summer storms send heavy water through gutters and downspouts. Heat, humidity, and sun wear down siding, trim, and roofing materials over time. Usually, one weak spot shows up first, like a drafty window, a loose shingle, or a gutter that overflows.
When that happens, we’ll come out, take a look, and explain what’s going on. From there, you can decide whether to handle one problem now or plan a larger project over time
Frequently Asked Questions
Common signs include drafts along the frame, fog between the panes, sashes that won’t open easily or stay up, locks that don’t secure, and frames that are rotting or cracking. A single minor issue might be repairable. If several windows share multiple problems, replacement is usually the better long-term choice.
Yes. Many homeowners start with the windows causing the most discomfort, such as those in bedrooms or on the coldest side of the house, and replace the rest later. We’ll help you decide which windows to prioritize.
It depends on how many windows you’re replacing, their sizes, and whether we find any damage around the openings. Smaller projects move quickly, while larger jobs take more time. We’ll give you an expected schedule during your estimate.
We install energy-efficient vinyl and fiberglass windows in double-hung, sliding, and picture styles. Every window is custom-sized to fit its opening.
Look for widespread cracked, curling, or missing shingles, leaks that keep coming back after repairs, soft spots in the roof deck, or a roof that’s reached the end of its useful life. Smaller or isolated issues can often be repaired. An inspection will tell you which situation you’re dealing with.
Consider replacement if your gutters leak at several seams, sag or pull away from the house, overflow even when clean, or show rust, cracks, or separated sections. Repeated patching usually means the system is at the end of its life, and new seamless gutters are often the better fix.
Ready to Get Started?
If your windows are drafty, foggy, or hard to use, choose a time on the calendar and we’ll come by to take a look. We can also inspect your roof, check your gutters, or look at any other exterior project during the same visit. Your inspection and estimate are free, and you can take whatever time you need to decide.