7 Best Window Installers in Minneapolis, MN (2026 Guide)
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Posted 2.22.2026
Minneapolis is the oldest housing market in the metro by a wide margin. Walk any block in South Minneapolis (Whittier, Powderhorn, Bryant, Bancroft) or in Northeast and you’ll find Craftsman bungalows, Tudors, and four-squares built between 1900 and 1930 — homes that have already been through one or two window-replacement cycles. The original wood-framed double-hungs are usually long gone. What’s there now is some mix of: 1980s aluminum storms, 1990s vinyl replacements, and the occasional restoration-grade wood-clad window in a Linden Hills or Lake of the Isles home that took preservation seriously. The good news: today’s premium windows (Andersen 400 Series, Pella Lifestyle / Reserve, Marvin Elevate) cost less in real dollars than the 1990s vinyl they’re replacing, and Pella’s Reserve line in particular handles divided-light historical proportions that Minneapolis’s century-old homes need.
This guide is written by the Owl Roofing team — a Shoreview-based, family-owned home exterior contractor serving Minneapolis from 25 minutes northeast. Window installation is a newer service line for us, and Minneapolis specifically has stronger urban-specialist contractors than any of the suburbs we cover. We’re listed in our honest ranking position below — at the bottom, not the top.
How We Ranked Minneapolis Window Installers
We pulled BBB profiles, Google reviews, and Andersen, Pella, and Marvin certified-installer lists for every company actively serving Minneapolis ZIPs 55403 through 55419. Three minimums:
- Active BBB profile — accredited where possible, with no unresolved complaints in the last 12 months
- Manufacturer certification — formal authorization for at least one of Andersen, Pella, or Marvin
- Verified review base — minimum 30 Google reviews with a 4.5-star or better aggregate
Comparison Grid: Minneapolis Window Installers at a Glance
| Company | Brand | BBB | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pella Windows & Doors of the Twin Cities | Pella Lifestyle / Reserve | A+ Accredited | Pre-war and historic homes |
| Marvin Replacement | Marvin Elevate / Essential | A+ Accredited | Made-in-Minnesota wood-clad |
| Renewal by Andersen of Minnesota | Andersen Fibrex | A+ Accredited | Premium full-frame replacement |
| Lindus Construction | Andersen / multi-brand | A+ Accredited | Bundling with siding/roofing |
| Window Concepts of Minnesota | Andersen / Marvin | A+ Accredited | Independent multi-brand |
| Lakeland Doors & Windows | Andersen specialist | A+ Accredited | Andersen-only deep specialization |
| Owl Roofing (Shoreview, serves MPLS) | Andersen install | Accredited; 5.0 Google | Multi-service: roof + windows |
1. Pella Windows & Doors of the Twin Cities
Best for: Minneapolis pre-war Craftsmans, Tudors, and four-squares that need historically-correct windows.
Pella tops the Minneapolis list because their Reserve and Lifestyle Series support the divided-light grilles, custom shapes, and historically appropriate proportions that century-old Minneapolis homes need. A 1912 Craftsman in Whittier or a 1925 Tudor in Linden Hills doesn’t need just any window — it needs windows that read correctly on the elevation. Pella’s design consult is built for this work.
Watch for: Pella’s installation arm is fine; their consultative design phase is where the brand earns its premium. Bring photos of the elevation to the consult, and ask specifically about preserving original casing and trim.
2. Marvin Replacement
Best for: Minneapolis homeowners who specifically want made-in-Minnesota wood-clad windows.
Marvin is headquartered in Warroad, Minnesota and manufactures most of their wood-clad windows in-state. Marvin Replacement is their direct-to-homeowner replacement service. The Elevate and Essential lines are mid-premium and high-premium tiers respectively. For Minneapolis homes where the interior wood detailing matters as much as the exterior — Lake of the Isles bungalows, Linden Hills Tudors, Northeast lofts being converted — Marvin’s interior-grade wood is the strongest fit.
Watch for: Marvin Replacement schedules vary seasonally. Get on the calendar 6–10 weeks ahead of your target install date.
3. Renewal by Andersen of Minnesota
Best for: Minneapolis homeowners who want a single point of accountability and the most recognized brand.
Renewal by Andersen is Andersen’s full-service replacement division, and the Minnesota franchise is one of the largest in the country. They install Andersen’s proprietary Fibrex composite — a fiberglass-and-reclaimed-wood blend — exclusively, and they handle measurement, manufacturing, and installation under a single warranty. RbA tends to rank higher in suburbs than in Minneapolis specifically because the Fibrex product is a strong all-around composite but doesn’t read quite the same on a 1912 Craftsman elevation as Pella’s wood Reserve line.
Watch for: Pricing is meaningfully higher than independent Andersen dealers because RbA is full-service. Expect 25–40% above an independent quote on the same Andersen 400 Series window.
4. Lindus Construction
Best for: Minneapolis homeowners running windows alongside roofing, siding, or insulation.
Lindus has been operating in the Twin Cities since the late 1970s, BBB Accredited with an A+ rating. They handle Andersen window upgrades alongside roofing, siding, and attic insulation — extremely useful for Minneapolis’s century-old homes where the entire envelope often needs addressing at once and you want one project manager rather than three.
Watch for: Multi-service operators sometimes lean into their highest-volume category. Ask how many Minneapolis-specific window jobs they completed last year.
5. Window Concepts of Minnesota
Best for: Minneapolis homeowners who want to compare Andersen, Marvin, and other brands under one roof.
Window Concepts is a Twin Cities independent dealer that carries Andersen, Marvin, and other premium lines. The advantage of an independent: you can compare brands across the same project quote rather than getting a separate consult from each manufacturer’s franchise. For Minneapolis projects where the homeowner is genuinely undecided between Andersen Fibrex and Marvin clad-wood for a historic home, this is the most direct apples-to-apples path.
Watch for: Independent dealers’ factory warranties run through the manufacturer, not the dealer. Confirm warranty registration is complete on day-one.
6. Lakeland Doors & Windows
Best for: Andersen-only Minneapolis projects where deep specialization matters.
Lakeland is a Twin Cities Andersen specialist with deep familiarity with the 100, 200, 400, and A-Series Andersen lines. If you’ve already decided on Andersen and want a dealer who lives and breathes one brand, Lakeland is the focused choice. Their installation crews handle nothing else.
Watch for: Brand specialization means they aren’t the right call if you want to compare against Pella or Marvin in the same consult — and for many Minneapolis historic homes, you should compare.
7. Owl Roofing — Suburban Multi-Service Contractor Serving Minneapolis
Best for: Minneapolis homeowners replacing windows alongside roof, siding, or gutter work where bundling matters more than urban specialization.
Owl Roofing is based in Shoreview at 1000 County Road E West Ste 135 — a 25-minute drive northeast of Minneapolis. We’re family-owned, BBB Accredited, GAF Systems Plus Certified for roofing, Minnesota-licensed and insured, and active members of the local Chamber of Commerce. Our 5.0 Google rating across 30+ verified reviews comes from Shoreview, North Oaks, Roseville, and the surrounding suburbs we live in.
We’ll be straight with you: we are a suburban roofing company adding windows as a service line, and Minneapolis specifically — with its century-old homes, narrow lots, alley access, and historic-detail requirements — has stronger urban-specialist contractors than the six companies above. For a 1912 Craftsman in Whittier or a 1925 Tudor in Linden Hills, the top three on this list will give you historically-correct depth that we can’t match. We earn the spot here when the project bundles services we already do well (roof + windows) and you specifically want a single point of contact. Every Owl install, including windows, is backed by our Get it Right Guarantee — a 10-year workmanship warranty.
What Owl Roofing Customers Actually Say
Real, verified Google reviews from real customers. Owl Roofing maintains a 5.0 Google rating with 30+ five-star reviews.
We used Owl Roofing for a repair on our roof in Brooklyn Park, and I was blown away by how good they were. Every member of the team communicated well about the process. Their price transparency was super helpful. They got the work done very fast for us.
— Matt Brown, Brooklyn Park (verified Google review)
Noah is the real deal. After our insurance denied our roof claim and the first roofer walked away, Noah showed up the next day and said he thought he could get us a new roof. He delivered. We came up with a nickname for him: “The Roof Whisperer.”
— Tyler Moberg, verified Google review
I am an Independent Insurance Agency owner and have worked with Noah on several roof projects. The homeowners have been extremely satisfied with the quality of the work and craftsmanship Noah and his crews have provided.
— Fred Zappa, Independent Insurance Agency Owner
It didn’t feel like dealing with a big company — it felt like working with people who actually care about the homes and community in the North Oaks and Shoreview area.
— Cody Warren, verified Google review
Noah and his team are outstanding! His clear communication, professionalism, and workmanship are top-notch. I recommend Owl Roofing to all my clients, friends, and family.
— Christine Westlund, verified Google review
How to Choose a Window Installer in Minneapolis
Match the window to the architecture. A 1912 Craftsman bungalow needs different windows than a 2010s downtown condo conversion. Pella Reserve and Marvin Elevate handle historic proportions; Andersen 100 Series is fine for back-of-house work but reads off on a front-elevation Tudor. Bring your installer photos and ask specifically how they’ll preserve original casing, sash dimensions, and grille patterns.
Manufacturer certification, not just “we install Andersen.” A salesperson saying “we install Andersen” is not the same as the company being an Andersen Certified Contractor or Renewal by Andersen Authorized installer. Certification gates you into the better factory warranties.
Workmanship warranty in writing. Manufacturer warranties cover the window itself. Workmanship warranties cover the installation. They range from 1 year to lifetime. Owl Roofing’s Get it Right Guarantee is 10 years.
Verify the Minnesota license. Confirm via the Minnesota Department of Labor & Industry license lookup before signing. Owl Roofing’s MN license is BC809662.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does window replacement cost in Minneapolis?
For a typical Minneapolis home, full-house window replacement runs $9,000–$32,000+ depending on window count, brand, and frame material. Historic homes with custom shapes and divided-light grilles run higher than tract suburban averages — Pella Reserve and Marvin wood-clad can push $1,500–$2,500+ per window for accurate restorations.
Can I install replacement windows in a Minneapolis historic district?
Yes, but design review may apply if your home is in one of Minneapolis’s local historic districts (Milwaukee Avenue, Healy Block, Washburn-Fair Oaks, etc.) or contributes to the National Register. Confirm requirements with the City of Minneapolis Heritage Preservation Commission before signing a contract.
Should I replace my windows in winter in Minneapolis?
Yes — most Minneapolis installers work year-round, and winter installs are usually faster to schedule. Crews replace windows one at a time so the home stays heated.
Can I bundle windows with roofing, siding, or gutters?
Yes, and bundling typically saves on trim, flashing, and re-paint costs. See our Best Siding Contractors in Minneapolis and Best Gutter Companies in Minneapolis guides.
Get a Free Window Estimate from Owl Roofing
If you’re considering windows alongside roofing, siding, or gutter work in Minneapolis, we’d be glad to quote — and we’ll be transparent if a different installer is a better fit. For a single-service window-only project on a historic home, the top three on this list will likely serve you better.
📞 Call 651-977-6027 or visit owlroofing.com to schedule a free, no-obligation estimate. We serve Minneapolis and the entire Twin Cities metro from our Shoreview office at 1000 County Road E West Ste 135.
Last reviewed: 2026.
Sources: BBB — Window Installation in Minneapolis · Andersen Windows · MN Department of Labor & Industry — Contractor License Lookup
