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KraftMaid Windows & Doors: The Sherman Oaks Owner’s Guide

We stock and install KraftMaid-compatible windows and doors in Sherman Oaks, with most replacement projects running between $4,500 and $15,000 for full window replacement and $8,000 to $25,000 for impact-rated installations. Most homeowners who call us about a failing KraftMaid unit notice the problem first as a draft they can’t trace, or a sash that won’t stay open on its own. The telltale sign is usually seasonal: in Sherman Oaks, the Santa Ana winds press hard against west-facing windows, and that’s when a degraded weatherstrip or warped frame shows itself as a whistle or a rattle you can’t ignore.

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Which KraftMaid Models This Applies To

KraftMaid windows and doors were produced in several series through the 2000s and 2010s, primarily under the “KraftMaid by Masco” line and later through select dealer programs. The critical compatibility gotcha is this: KraftMaid-branded windows used two different frame depths depending on whether they were sold as part of a cabinet package or as standalone replacement units. The cabinet-package units, common in new construction around Sherman Oaks from 2008 to 2016, used a 2-5/8 inch frame depth that is not interchangeable with standard 3-1/4 inch replacement frames without modifying the jamb.

To identify your unit, look for the etched code in the lower corner of the insulated glass unit, or the paper label on the hinge side of the frame. The first four digits indicate the manufacturing plant and year; “KW” or “KM” prefixes indicate KraftMaid-specific specs. We carry both OEM sash packs and quality aftermarket equivalents from Amesbury and Truth Hardware that match the original operating hardware without the six-week OEM lead time. For most Sherman Oaks homeowners, the aftermarket equivalent saves 20-30% and carries the same 20-year glass warranty.

Signs Your KraftMaid Windows & Doors Is Failing

• The sash drops or won’t stay open. This points to failed balance shoes or a broken coil spring in the jamb liner. In KraftMaid’s single-hung and double-hung units, the balance system is concealed in the side jambs and uses a constant-force coil that fatigues after roughly 12-15 years of operation, faster in south- and west-facing exposures where daily thermal cycling is greatest.
• Visible moisture or fog between the glass panes. The insulated glass unit (IGU) seal has failed, allowing argon gas to escape and ambient moisture to enter. Once fog appears, the Low-E coating is already degrading and the unit’s thermal performance is compromised; this cannot be repaired in the field and requires sash replacement.
• Air infiltration at the sill or meeting rail. The weatherstrip pile or compression seal has compressed beyond recovery. KraftMaid used a dual-fin silicone weatherstrip on premium lines and a single-fin pile on standard lines; the pile type mats down faster in dusty Sherman Oaks conditions and needs replacement every 8-10 years.
• Difficulty locking or engaging the multipoint hardware. The locking mechanism relies on precise alignment between the sash and frame; settling of the home, common in the hillside construction around Mulholland Drive and the Santa Monica Mountains foothills, can throw this alignment off. Forcing the lock accelerates wear on the keeper and cam.
• Frame distortion or corner separation. Vinyl frames expand and contract roughly 1/8 inch per 10 feet of frame under full thermal swing. In unshaded west-facing installations, this cumulative stress can cause corner welds to crack or mechanical corners to loosen, compromising both structure and seal.

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Replacement Cost & What’s Included

Window replacement in Sherman Oaks runs $4,500 to $15,000 for standard vinyl or fiberglass units and $8,000 to $25,000 for impact-rated installations, with the range driven by frame material, glass package, and whether we’re working from existing openings or cutting in new ones. For a single KraftMaid sash replacement, expect $350 to $750 per opening including removal, disposal, and interior/exterior trim repair. Full-frame replacement, necessary when the existing frame is out of square or the water-resistive barrier is compromised, adds $150 to $300 per opening.

Every quote we write itemizes parts, labor, and disposal separately. Under Clause 1 of the Haven Standard, that written price is fixed; no work proceeds on a change until the change order is signed. Our 365-Day Done Right Promise covers the installation and workmanship, and the glass and hardware carry the manufacturer’s warranty, which we register on your behalf.

DIY or Call Us?

There’s a short list of checks any homeowner can make safely: verify the lock is fully disengaged before operating, clean the weep holes at the sill so water drains properly, and inspect the weatherstrip for visible compression or tearing. Beyond that, replacement of sashes, balances, or IGUs involves handling large glass units and working with spring-tensioned hardware that can release unexpectedly.

We don’t recommend DIY on these units. The balance systems store significant energy, and improper release can damage the jamb liner or cause injury. More practically, KraftMaid’s proprietary frame dimensions mean a standard big-box replacement often won’t seat properly, leaving you with a unit that looks right but leaks air and water. We stock the correct profiles on our trucks and measure twice, write it down, then build it. Call (213) 221-0788 and we’ll bring the right part, check the opening for square and level, and install it with a documented photo record of the condition we found and the work performed.

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