Exterior Remodeling & Window Replacement in Fort Atkinson, WI
Wilco Exteriors replaces tired, drafty windows for Fort Atkinson homeowners, and we cover the rest of the exterior as well: siding, roofing, gutters, soffit and fascia, and exterior doors. People call us about windows that fog or won’t lock, siding that’s cracked or faded, shingles that have gone missing, and gutters that leak or overflow. Set up a free inspection and we’ll look at the problem, explain your options, and put together a clear estimate.
Window Replacement in Fort Atkinson, WI
Some window problems show up all at once. Others creep in over several winters until they just feel like part of the house. The kitchen window needs a firm bump with the heel of your hand before it’ll slide. There’s a cold streak along the floor under the dining room window. The lock on the back bedroom window spins without catching, so you’ve stopped bothering with it. And one pane has been cloudy for so long you barely notice it anymore.
Wilco provides window replacement in Fort Atkinson, WI for homeowners who are ready to be done with those workarounds. Once a window’s seal has failed, its frame has started breaking down, or its hardware no longer works, a repair rarely brings it back to where it should be.
We replace aging windows with energy-efficient vinyl and fiberglass units measured for each opening. They’re installed square, sealed tight, and built to open, close, and lock the way a window should.
What We Hear From Homeowners
Here’s how Fort Atkinson homeowners tend to describe their windows when they first call us:
“The draft finds me on the couch.” Cold air leaking in along the sash and settling into the room.
“It fights me every time.” A sash that grinds, catches, or jams halfway.
“I use a book to hold it open.” Balances so worn the window won’t stay up by itself.
“I can’t tell if it’s actually locked.” A latch that turns loosely and doesn’t pull the sash tight.
“The fog is on the inside of the glass.” Moisture caught between panes after the seal gives out.
“The wood feels soft under the paint.” Frames breaking down from years of moisture and weather.
Nearly all of these come back to one thing: the window no longer fits or seals the way it did when it was new. A replacement window starts over with a unit made for that exact opening. It’s set level, secured, and sealed around the perimeter, so the paths air used to take are closed off.
That tighter seal is where most of the comfort comes from. Energy-efficient glass adds to it by slowing how much heat passes through the pane, keeping out winter cold and summer heat. Rooms stay more even, and your furnace and air conditioner don’t have to make up for a leaky window. How much you notice depends on your home and what you’re replacing.
New windows are also simply easier to live with. They move smoothly, stay open where you leave them, and lock with a quick turn. From the curb, crisp frames and clear glass make the whole house look better cared for.
We’ll look at every window during your visit and give you a straight answer about which ones should be replaced now and which can wait.
Replacement Window Options for Your Home
Each opening in your home has its own needs. A bedroom window might need good airflow, a kitchen window needs to be easy to reach, and a living room window might be all about the view. We’ll look at each room, the size of the opening, and your budget, then help you choose.
Double-Hung Replacement Windows
If you like a traditional look and flexible ventilation, double-hungs are a strong choice. Both sashes move, so you can open the top, bottom, or both. They also tilt inward, so cleaning the outside glass doesn’t require a ladder.
Sliding Replacement Windows
Sliders are handy anywhere lifting a sash is awkward, like over a sink or behind furniture. They open sideways with little effort and fit wide, shorter openings well.
Picture Windows
A picture window is one large, fixed pane, so nothing interrupts the view or blocks the light. It’s a common pick for living rooms and is often paired with operating windows on each side.
Custom-Fit Replacement Windows
Houses settle over time, and older openings are often slightly out of square or an unusual size. We measure every opening and order windows to match, which is what allows each one to seal tightly and look clean once installed.
Vinyl or Fiberglass
Vinyl is cost-effective and needs very little maintenance. Fiberglass is a stiffer, higher-end material that holds its shape as temperatures change. We’ll talk through both and help you choose based on your home and plans.
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
It starts with a conversation at your home. We’ll ask which windows bother you most, what’s been going wrong, and what you’d like to improve. Then we look at the windows ourselves. The visit and estimate cost nothing, and you’re under no obligation afterward.
Evaluating Your Existing Windows
We work through each window, testing how it opens and locks, looking for failed seals, and checking the frames for rot, cracks, or warping. We also inspect the surrounding trim and wall for moisture damage, then explain what we found and what it means for your project.
Choosing Your Replacement Windows
Next, we help you choose styles, materials, and glass for each opening, keeping your priorities and budget in view. We take precise measurements and give you a written quote that lists each window and everything included before anything is ordered.
Preparing for Installation
When your windows are ready, we’ll schedule an installation date that fits your calendar. We’ll also let you know how to prepare, like moving furniture away from the windows and taking down blinds or curtains, so the crew can get to work right away.
Replacement Window Installation
Our installers remove each old window, clean and prepare the opening, then set and secure the new window level and square. Each one is sealed and finished with trim. If we find hidden damage in the framing, we’ll show you and talk through options before continuing.
Cleanup and Final Walkthrough
Once installation is done, we remove the old windows and debris and clean up both inside and out. Then we walk through the house with you and test each window, opening, closing, and locking it, so you know everything works properly.
The timeline depends on how many windows you’re replacing, their sizes, and the condition of the openings once the old windows come out. We’ll give you a realistic schedule during your estimate and let you know if anything changes.
Siding Installation & Replacement in Fort Atkinson, WI
Siding does more than make a house look good. It’s the outer layer that keeps rain, snow, and wind away from the sheathing and framing underneath. When panels crack, warp, work loose, or fade in patches, that layer stops doing its job as well. Water can slip behind damaged sections, and the whole house starts to look worn.
Wilco provides siding installation and siding replacement in Fort Atkinson for homeowners dealing with all kinds of siding problems. Sometimes the need is focused. A few walls have taken the brunt of the weather, or storm damage has cracked a section, and the goal is to restore protection. Other times, homeowners want a complete change. They’re ready to update an older exterior, or they’re already replacing windows, a roof, or gutters and want new siding to complete the project.
Both kinds of projects start with a close look at your existing siding and the wall behind any damaged areas. From there, we’ll help you choose a style and color that suit your home. Our siding installation includes removing the old material, addressing any problems we find underneath, installing the new siding, and finishing the trim around corners, windows, and doors so the exterior looks clean and complete.
Because siding covers so much of your home, replacing it changes its appearance more than almost any other project. We’ll help you get the details right.
Roofing Company Serving Fort Atkinson, WI
Wilco Exteriors is also a roofing company serving Fort Atkinson homeowners. Our residential roofing services include inspections, storm damage evaluations, repairs, roof replacement, and new roof installation. We start every project by understanding your roof’s condition before recommending any work.
Wisconsin weather slowly wears on every roof. Snow can sit for weeks, adding weight, and ice builds along the eaves. Spring and summer storms bring wind that lifts shingle edges and heavy rain that tests flashing, valleys, and seams. Through the year, freeze-thaw cycles and seasonal temperature changes make roofing materials expand and contract, gradually loosening fasteners and breaking down sealants.
Most of that wear isn’t obvious from the ground. A roof can look fine from the street and still have lifted shingles, worn flashing, or soft areas in the decking. That’s why we inspect first.
Once we know what’s happening, we’ll recommend work that matches the roof’s actual condition. A few damaged shingles or loose flashing often call for a repair, not a new roof. When wear is widespread or the roof has reached the end of its useful life, we’ll explain your options for a full replacement with a new asphalt shingle roofing system. Either way, you’ll get a clear recommendation and a clear price.
Roof Inspections & Roof Replacement
It’s worth having your roof evaluated if you notice missing or damaged shingles, a leak or ceiling stain, flashing pulling away around a chimney or vent, or visible wear on an older roof. It’s also a good idea after a strong storm. We inspect the full roofing system, trace leaks to their source, and document storm damage so you know what you’re dealing with.
When damage covers large areas, leaks return after repairs, or the decking has softened, roof replacement usually makes more sense than continued patching. Here’s what our roofing crew handles:
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
We’ll go over the scope with you before work begins and keep you updated throughout.
Gutter Installation & Replacement in Fort Atkinson, WI
A gutter system has one job: catching water as it comes off the roof and moving it away from your house. When it’s working, you hardly notice it. When it isn’t, water spills over the edge, runs down the siding, and collects near the foundation.
Common signs that gutters need attention include:
Leaks at the seams, corners, or end caps
Sections sagging between hangers
Gutters pulling away from the fascia
Water spilling over the sides during rain
Dents, cracks, rust, or other visible damage
Downspouts that drain water right next to the house
Wilco provides gutter installation and gutter replacement in Fort Atkinson using seamless gutters. With fewer seams than sectional gutters, there are fewer places for leaks to start. We size and pitch the system so water flows toward the downspouts, then route those downspouts to carry runoff away from the roof edge, siding, and foundation.
If your gutters are in decent shape overall with only a leaky corner or loose hanger, a repair might be enough, and we’ll tell you. If problems are showing up along several runs, new gutters are usually the more dependable fix. Gutter replacement is also a smart time to check the fascia behind the gutters, since the two work together.
More Exterior Services for Fort Atkinson Homeowners
Soffit/Fascia Replacement
Fascia is the board along your roof edge. It supports the gutters and seals the roofline from weather and animals. Soffit covers the underside of the overhang, and vented soffit lets air move into the attic. When you see peeling paint, soft or rotting wood, sagging sections, or gaps, it’s time to replace them and protect the roofline.
Door Replacement
A front or back door that drafts, sticks, doesn’t latch cleanly, or looks worn makes a big difference in how your home feels. We replace entry and patio doors with options that seal tightly and operate smoothly. New doors pair well with replacement windows and siding for a cohesive exterior.
Why Fort Atkinson Homeowners Choose Wilco Exteriors
One Company for Multiple Exterior Projects Windows, siding, roofing, gutters, soffit and fascia, and doors are all handled by our team, so one project can lead to the next without starting over with a new contractor.
Recommendations Based on Your Home We inspect first and base our suggestions on what we actually find. If something can wait, we’ll tell you.
Clear Communication Before work starts, you’ll know the plan, the price, and the schedule. We’ll keep you updated until the job is done.
Careful Installation We take care with fit, sealing, flashing, and trim because those details determine how well the work holds up.
Respect for Your Property We protect your home while we work, clean up when we’re done, and walk through the finished work with you. Wilco is locally owned, licensed, bonded, and insured, with over a decade of experience serving homeowners in Southern Wisconsin and Northern Illinois.
Client Testimonials
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Serving Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin
Wilco Exteriors helps homeowners in Fort Atkinson and the surrounding area with window replacement, siding installation and replacement, residential roofing, gutter installation and replacement, soffit and fascia, and exterior doors.
Each season puts its own kind of wear on a home’s exterior. Winter cold tests window seals, and snow and ice load up the roof and gutters. Spring thaws and summer storms bring heavy runoff and wind-driven rain against the siding. Months of sun and humidity fade and weaken siding, trim, and shingles. Over time, those changes show up as drafty rooms, loose panels, leaks, and gutters that can’t keep up.
When you see signs like that, we’ll come out, find the cause, and walk you through your options. You decide what to take on now and what can wait.
Frequently Asked Questions
The biggest signs are drafts around the frame, fog between the panes, sashes that stick or won’t stay open, locks that don’t hold, and frames that are soft or cracked. One of these can sometimes be repaired. When several show up across multiple windows, replacement is usually the better long-term choice.
Yes. Many homeowners start with the windows that bother them most, often in bedrooms, living areas, or on the coldest side of the house, and replace the rest later. We’ll help you set priorities and plan the work around your budget.
Look for cracked, warped, or loose panels, uneven fading, gaps at seams and corners, and areas that look bulged or wavy. If you see moisture stains, peeling paint, or soft spots on interior walls behind the siding, it’s worth having the exterior checked. We’ll inspect the siding and the wall underneath before recommending replacement.
We start by removing the old siding and checking the wall surface underneath. Any damaged areas are addressed before the new siding goes on. Then we install the new panels and finish the trim around corners, windows, doors, and the roofline. Before work begins, we’ll go over the scope, the style and color you’ve chosen, and what to expect during the project.
Replacement is usually worth considering when shingle damage is widespread, leaks return after repairs, the decking feels soft, or the roof has reached the end of its useful life. Isolated damage can often be repaired. An inspection will tell you which situation you’re in.
Consider replacement when leaks appear in several places, sections sag or pull away from the house, gutters overflow even when they’re clean, or the material is rusted, cracked, or badly dented. If you’re repairing the same gutters every season, a new system is usually the more practical fix.
Gutter repair fixes a specific problem, like resealing a leaking corner, reattaching a loose hanger, or adjusting a section that isn’t draining properly. It makes sense when the rest of the system is in good shape. Gutter replacement means installing a new system, which is the better choice when problems are spread across multiple runs or the gutters are simply worn out. We’ll look at your gutters and tell you honestly which one you need.
Ready to Get Started?
If your windows are drafty, cloudy, or a hassle to open, pick a time on the calendar and we’ll come out to take a look. We can also check your siding, roof, gutters, or other exterior concerns during the same visit. Your inspection and estimate are free, and you’ll get honest recommendations with no pressure to decide on the spot.