New Construction Windows
Specify and supply windows for new construction in the New Orleans area. One contact, no coordination gaps.
Building a new home in New Orleans? The windows you choose today will affect your comfort, energy bills, storm protection, and curb appeal for the next 25 years. Getting them right from the start is far easier than replacing them five years later when you realize the spec wasn’t right for our climate.
Big Easy Windows works with homeowners, contractors, and builders throughout Greater New Orleans to supply and install windows for new construction projects of all sizes, from a single custom build to multi-unit residential developments.
Why New Construction Windows Are Different
New construction windows are designed to be installed in rough openings during the framing stage, before the interior and exterior finishes go on. The installation process is different from replacement work, there’s no existing frame to work around, which means we have more flexibility on sizing and style, but also more responsibility to get the rough opening sealed correctly before the rest of the structure goes up.
Getting the installation right at this stage matters enormously. A window that isn’t properly flashed and sealed during new construction is a future water intrusion problem. In the New Orleans climate, where rain is heavy and humidity is constant, that’s not a small issue.
What We Offer for New Construction
- Pre-construction consultation, We review your plans, recommend window styles and specifications for each opening, and provide written quotes before your project breaks ground
- Code compliance, We know current Louisiana residential building codes, including energy efficiency requirements and hurricane protection standards for your flood zone
- Coordination with your builder, We work on the builder’s schedule and communicate directly with your GC to keep the project on track
- Complete installation, Rough opening prep, window installation, flashing, sealing, and trim work handled by our crew
- ENERGY STAR qualified products, We can spec windows that meet ENERGY STAR South/Central zone requirements, which matters for your home’s energy rating
Window Specifications for New Orleans New Construction
In our climate, the most important specifications for new construction windows are:
- Low-E glass with low SHGC, Solar Heat Gain Coefficient below 0.25 for south- and west-facing windows to manage summer heat gain
- Vinyl or fiberglass frames, Both resist the humidity, heat, and occasional moisture exposure that wood frames struggle with here
- Impact rating, Especially important in flood zones and coastal areas where updated building codes require wind-borne debris resistance
- Double pane minimum, Single-pane glass has no place in a new build in this climate
We Work With Builders of All Sizes
Whether you’re a homeowner managing your own custom build or a developer working on a 20-unit project, we can accommodate your timeline and budget. We’ve worked with builders throughout New Orleans, Metairie, Kenner, the Northshore, and the Westbank. Our crew is reliable, communicates clearly, and cleans up after every installation.
Ready to talk about your project? Contact us or call (504) 384-8165 for a consultation. We’ll review your plans and provide a written quote at no charge.
4 Steps. No Surprises.
Every Big Easy Windows job runs the same way, transparent, on time, no games.
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We'll schedule a same-day or next-day visit at a time that works for you.
Free On-Site Estimate
Written quote, exact price, no hidden fees. You know the full number before we touch anything.
Professional Installation
Our local, licensed crew handles everything start to finish. No subcontractors, ever.
Final Walkthrough
We don't leave until you're 100% satisfied. Every window inspected, every question answered.
The Honest Contractor New Orleans Trusts
Builder-Friendly
We coordinate with your construction schedule.
Code Compliant
Meets all Louisiana building requirements.
Volume Discounts
Whole-home pricing for new builds.
Warranty Protection
Manufacturer and installation warranties.
Real Reviews From New Orleans Homeowners
"The Big Easy Windows team was so helpful and made the whole process easy for me. The installation crew came in on time and left us windows that look just how we wanted them!"
"From the beginning of our first conversation until the end of installation everything went smoothly and efficiently. No problems whatsoever! Highly recommend."
"I was really pleased with my last couple of installations. The salesman and workers were so nice and I'll definitely be using them again when I replace more windows."
"The experience I had was great. The windows were installed quickly, and the salesman even helped me find ways to save money. Highly recommend."
"Big Easy Windows took their time and made sure our new windows would be perfect for years of use. Thank you so much, exceptional quality."
"Their customer service is there 100% of the time. Great window contractors in New Orleans, from the very beginning everything went smoothly."
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- Local crew, not subcontractors
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Frequently Asked Questions
Window specifications should be locked in before framing is complete so rough openings are framed to the correct dimensions. Custom or non-standard windows need even earlier specification due to manufacturing lead times of 6 to 10 weeks. We work with your general contractor to coordinate delivery to match the construction schedule.
Yes. We supply windows that meet Louisiana Building Code energy performance requirements, including the appropriate U-factor and Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) values for the New Orleans climate zone. We provide the product specifications your contractor needs for permit applications.
Yes, and we recommend it for projects in Jefferson, St. Tammany, and other coastal parishes. Impact-rated windows on a new construction project are easier to integrate than a retrofit upgrade later, and the insurance wind mitigation credit applies from day one of the policy.
We work with both. For new construction projects, we coordinate directly with the general contractor on delivery scheduling, rough opening dimensions, and documentation. The homeowner is involved in product selection and specifications.
Service Areas
Serving Greater New Orleans
Same-day quotes available throughout the metro. Our crew is local, so we're never far.
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