Historical Window Service

Installing historic windows in St. Louis, MO can seem overwhelming.  Building permits, architectural reviews, Cultural Resources–the list goes on.  Replacing historic windows without a seasoned contractor, experienced with the historic installation process can potentially cost you a great deal of money and even set you up to have to remove what you paid for and start over from scratch. 

Not only does the St. Louis Cultural Resources Department require permits for historic installations, there are also strict product guidelines that must be followed.  Each historical district in St. Louis has regulations specific to style, rail design, sight lines, exterior trim, brick mold profiles, decorative scrolls, even the color and location. Installing historic windows will also require a contractor that has the ability to test for Lead. All homes built prior to 1978 must be tested, and only certified contractors perform the testing. Working with a structure that is over 100 years old is not easy. A historic window contractor must be able to adapt and work within the confines of what the structure provides.

Our experience navigating these guidelines has allowed us to perfect our process to keep your historic window installation, and the products we install to meet all specifications developed by these regulatory departments. The process starts with a low-pressure, consultative meeting with an Arch City Window professional at your home. We will guide you through the process by determining which historic district your home is in, submitting all architectural drawings and documents necessary to acquire permits, perform lead testing, and keep you up to date with notifications from your material order to your final quality control inspection.