90/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 522 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 522 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 206 Christina Dr, East Dundee, IL 60118
Best Window Installers in Lake Forest, IL (2026)
862 window installers ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Lake Forest: WarmDreams Windows & Doors, CR Score 90/100; 5.0★ from 522 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 4
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Express Board Up & Glass Services Inc., posts 24/7 hours; ranked #4 of 862.
- 2
Most-reviewed: Renewal by Andersen of Chicago, 4,822 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 862 ranked; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
862 Lake Forest window installers are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 68 are open 24/7, 581 open Saturdays and 180 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 862 rated businesses.
Top 10 window installers in Lake Forest at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | WarmDreams Windows & Doors | 90 | 5.0★ (522) | Elgin, 24 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Renewal by Andersen of Chicago | 90 | 4.9★ (4,822) | Des Plaines, 18 mi away | Sat · Sun | Most reviews |
| 3 | Apex Window Werks - Chicago Window Contractors | 86 | 4.8★ (3,252) | Wheeling, 11 mi away | Sat | — |
| 4 | Express Board Up & Glass Services Inc. | 86 | 5.0★ (114) | Cicero, 32 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 5 | American Window Replacement & Siding (Crystal Lake, IL) | 85 | 4.9★ (77) | Darien, 25 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | Best Windows Inc | 85 | 5.0★ (24) | Palatine, 15 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | Sales - Renewal by Andersen by Renee - Window & Door Replacement | Installation | Design Consultation | 85 | 5.0★ (30) | Hawthorn Woods, 18 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | Argo Glass & Windows - Window Repair & Glass Replacement | 85 | 4.9★ (1,274) | Palatine, 15 mi away | Sat | — |
| 9 | Repair Medics | 85 | 4.8★ (99) | Cicero, 19 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | Four Seasons Garage Doors | 85 | 4.9★ (2,184) | Roselle, 23 mi away | 24/7 | — |
The 862 best window installers in Lake Forest, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Scores below: based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Des Plaines, 18 mi away
90/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 4,822 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (4,822).
- 4.9★ from 4,822 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 10 AM–5 PM · Sun 10 AM–6 PM
- Address
- 190 E Touhy Ave #101, Des Plaines, IL 60018
Based in Wheeling, 11 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 3,252 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Window installation service”.
- 4.8★ from 3,252 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 111 E Marquardt Dr, Wheeling, IL 60090
Based in Cicero, 32 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 114 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 114 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Darien, 25 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 77 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 77 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Palatine, 15 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 652 N Quentin Rd, Palatine, IL 60067
Based in Hawthorn Woods, 18 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Palatine, 15 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 1,274 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Window installation service”.
- 4.9★ from 1,274 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 317 W Colfax St, Palatine, IL 60067
Based in Cicero, 19 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 99 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 99 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Roselle, 23 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 2,184 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 2,184 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 398 Monaco Dr, Roselle, IL 60172
Based in Des Plaines, 17 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 92 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Window installation service”.
- 5.0★ from 92 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 6 AM–9 PM
- Address
- 1140 Everett Ln, Des Plaines, IL 60018
Based in Elgin, 28 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 241 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Window installation service”.
- 5.0★ from 241 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–8 PM
- Address
- 1124 Fairwood Dr, Elgin, IL 60123
Based in Arlington Heights, 14 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 21 S Evergreen Ave #200, Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Based in Des Plaines, 18 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 223 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Window installation service”.
- 4.8★ from 223 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–7 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun 9 AM–3:30 PM
- Address
- 6300 N River Rd Suite 600, Rosemont, IL 60018
Based in Chicago, 25 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 247 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Window installation service”.
- 4.9★ from 247 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–7:30 PM
- Address
- 2811 N Pine Grove Ave, Chicago, IL 60657
Based in Lake Villa, 14 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 68 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Window installation service”.
- 5.0★ from 68 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun 10 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 870 E Millstone Dr, Lake Villa, IL 60046
Based in Glenview, 12 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 52 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Window installation service”.
- 5.0★ from 52 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–6 PM
- Address
- 1247 Milwaukee Ave #304, Glenview, IL 60025
Based in Buffalo Grove, 8 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 138 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Window installation service”.
- 4.6★ from 138 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 10 AM–3 PM · Sun 11 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 1007 Commerce Ct, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
Based in Palatine, 14 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 191 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Window installation service”.
- 4.7★ from 191 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 10 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun 10 AM–4 PM
- Address
- 467 W Northwest Hwy, Palatine, IL 60067
Based in Mundelein, 7 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 196 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 196 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 937 Campus Dr, Mundelein, IL 60060
Based in Homer Glen, 30 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 54 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 54 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Wilmette, 13 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 43 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Window installation service”.
- 5.0★ from 43 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun 9 AM–3 PM
- Address
- 1101 Locust Rd, Wilmette, IL 60091
Based in Franklin Park, 28 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Grayslake, 13 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 61 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Window installation service”.
- 4.9★ from 61 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9:30 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun 9:30 AM–4 PM
- Address
- 782 Brookstone Rd, Grayslake, IL 60030
Based in Elk Grove Village, 18 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 321 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 321 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1230 Louis Ave, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
Window installers ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in CR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 862 ranked window installers here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Lake Forest
20 more window installers within 40 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a trade we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Day Blinds | 3.0★ (2) | 19 mi |
| Acade Construction | 4.0★ (2) | 11 mi |
| Affordable Windows | 5.0★ (2) | 7 mi |
| Arrow Siding & Windows | 5.0★ (2) | 15 mi |
| Bruce Edward Draperies | 5.0★ (2) | 21 mi |
| F H Windows & Remodeling | 5.0★ (2) | 6 mi |
| Gonzalez Wence Exterior | 5.0★ (2) | 13 mi |
| GrandFinish Venetian Plaster & Wallpaper | 5.0★ (15) | In Lake Forest |
| H & H Home Improvement and Construction Services LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 12 mi |
| JC champs Remodeling | 1.0★ (2) | 18 mi |
| JR Home Improvement | 5.0★ (2) | 16 mi |
| Just Windows LTD | 5.0★ (2) | 19 mi |
| MBO Construction Inc | 5.0★ (2) | 20 mi |
| Mirage Window Replacement | In Lake Forest | |
| OptiCover Roofing Company | In Lake Forest | |
| Platinum Touch Industries LLC | 4.9★ (35) | In Lake Forest |
| Pntra Home Services inc | 5.0★ (2) | 16 mi |
| Skokie Windows | 3.0★ (2) | 15 mi |
| The Glass Guy | 3.0★ (2) | 7 mi |
| UltraPAC Window Replacement | 5.0★ (2) | 14 mi |
How much do window installers cost in Lake Forest?
Typical prices in USD, adjusted for Illinois with a published regional index. Each row names its basis and month.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Window replacement | $3,430 | $7,340 | $11,830 | Per project (several windows): typical range of customer-reported projects. US national range × 1.00 East North Central factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report) | October 2026 |
How we ranked Lake Forest window installers
We scored 862 Lake Forest window installers on 8 factors, weighted as shown. A business is ranked when its trade is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. Unknown factors are left out of the score, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed October 22, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Lake Forest data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 35% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license 0.6, bond 0.2, workers’ comp 0.2 | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | log10(reviews + 1) against the list maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 10% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | Google main category 1.0, business name 0.7, additional category 0.5 | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | 1.0 when based in the city, falling to 0 at the trade’s radius | Measured |
| Completeness | 5% | Website, photos, description, hours, claimed profile (0.2 each) | Measured |
Window installers in Lake Forest: frequently asked questions
Who is the best window installer in Lake Forest?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked window installer in Lake Forest, IL is WarmDreams Windows & Doors with a CR Score of 90/100. It has 5.0★ from 522 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Renewal by Andersen of Chicago (#2) and Apex Window Werks - Chicago Window Contractors (#3) follow. We ranked 862 window installers on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many window installers are there in Lake Forest?
ContractorsRanked ranks 862 window installers serving Lake Forest, IL. 2 of them are based in Lake Forest; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which window installers in Lake Forest are open 24/7?
68 ranked window installers in Lake Forest post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are WarmDreams Windows & Doors (#1), Express Board Up & Glass Services Inc. (#4) and American Window Replacement & Siding (Crystal Lake, IL) (#5). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which window installers in Lake Forest work on weekends?
581 of 862 ranked window installers post Saturday hours and 180 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are WarmDreams Windows & Doors (#1), Renewal by Andersen of Chicago (#2) and Apex Window Werks - Chicago Window Contractors (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does window replacement cost in Lake Forest?
Window replacement typically costs $3,430 to $11,830, with $7,340 typical (Per project (several windows): typical range of customer-reported projects. US national range × 1.00 East North Central factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report)). The range is adjusted for Illinois. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Lake Forest window installers have?
The median Google rating among 862 rated window installers in Lake Forest is 4.9★, with a median of 26 reviews. Renewal by Andersen of Chicago has the most, 4,822 reviews, and ranks #2. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does ContractorsRanked rank window installers?
Each window installer gets a 0–100 CR Score from 8 published factors, led by reputation (35%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). Factors we cannot measure are left out, not scored as zero. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do window installers outside Lake Forest count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Lake Forest city center, our service radius for window installers. Each listing shows where the business is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the CR Score, so a nearby business gets a small edge.
Update log for Lake Forest
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 862 window installers serving Lake Forest.
- October 2026: 2 duplicate listings merged.
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