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Expert Windows in Back Bay, Massachusetts
We have worked on enough Back Bay exteriors to know what tends to be waiting behind the old material. The stock dates from 18th-19th century urban core, so 80-150+-year-old assemblies are the norm rather than the exception. What makes it harder here is older masonry and wood assemblies sitting side by side on the same block.
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We partner with top brands: James Hardie, CertainTeed, Andersen, Therma-Tru. 25-50 year manufacturer warranties included.
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Expert Windows Services in Back Bay, MA
We have worked on enough Back Bay exteriors to know what tends to be waiting behind the old material. The stock dates from 18th-19th century urban core, so 80-150+-year-old assemblies are the norm rather than the exception. What makes it harder here is older masonry and wood assemblies sitting side by side on the same block.
Choosing who does window replacement on a Back Bay home matters more than choosing the material. Most of what fails early fails at a joint, a flashing lap or a fastener line, and none of those show up in a brochure. Here, the two things we expect to deal with are crumbling brick pointing needing exterior updates and ancient single-pane windows losing heat. One crew, start to finish, and one person you call. It is a small company and that is deliberate.
Comprehensive Windows Services in Back Bay, MA
What we actually do differently on window replacement comes down to a handful of things: low-expansion foam only, so the jambs are not bowed inward before the first winter; egress-compliant sizing on bedroom openings, checked against the current code rather than assumed; insert replacement where the existing frame is sound, to keep the interior trim intact. Materials are rated for the New England climate zone, and we account for noise and traffic that make sealed, well-fitted openings worth more than they are elsewhere. Every one of those is in the manufacturer's own installation guide. Following it is most of the job.
What We Offer
ENERGY STAR double and triple-pane units
Full-frame and insert replacement
Custom sizing for out-of-square openings
Bedroom egress compliance
Bay, bow and picture windows
Casement, awning and double-hung
Sill pan flashing and air sealing
Interior and exterior trim restoration
Why Back Bay Trusts Maia Construction
We are 24 miles from Back Bay — roughly half an hour — and we have worked across West Back Bay, East Back Bay, Back Bay Center. That distance is mostly about the boring things: being there for the inspection, and coming back out under warranty without it being an expedition. MA HIC #204634, fully insured, 5.0 stars from 19 Google reviews. If you want to see the work, several of the jobs in our portfolio are within a short drive of Back Bay.
Common Windows Challenges in Back Bay
out-of-square openings in older homes, where a stock unit will never seal properly
storm windows hiding how far gone the primary sash actually is
original single-pane sashes with failed glazing putty and no weatherstripping left
ancient single-pane windows losing heat
Our Windows Solutions for Back Bay Homes
low-expansion foam only, so the jambs are not bowed inward before the first winter
egress-compliant sizing on bedroom openings, checked against the current code rather than assumed
insert replacement where the existing frame is sound, to keep the interior trim intact
Back Bay Neighborhoods We Serve
We provide windows services to every neighborhood in Back Bay, Suffolk County, including ZIP code 02116:
Back Bay CenterNorth Back BaySouth Back BayEast Back BayWest Back Bay
Back Bay Housing Types We Work On
Our team has extensive experience with the housing stock found throughout Back Bay, with homes averaging 80-150+ years old:
Brownstone row houses
triple-decker apartments
brick townhouses
modern condos
converted warehouse lofts
Our Windows Process in Back Bay
01
Measure every opening
Every opening measured at three points. Older frames are rarely square, and averaging the difference is how units end up out of seal.
02
Choose glass and frame
We match the coating and fill to the orientation of each wall rather than specifying one unit for the whole house.
03
Written quote and permit
Filed with your building department, including egress compliance for bedrooms.
04
Protected removal
We work opening by opening so the house is never left open, and the interior stays covered throughout.
05
Set, flash and air-seal
Units set level and square, then air-sealed and flashed to manufacturer spec.
06
Trim, inspection and handover
Trim finished, every sash operated and adjusted, and the inspector signed off before we invoice.
Cost Range
$650–$1,400 per opening installed, depending on size and frame
Timeline
usually finished inside a week, most of it in the first two days
Warranty
lifetime glass and frame coverage from the manufacturer, plus our 5-year workmanship warranty
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What Our Customers Say
5.0 across 19 Google reviews — from homeowners near Back Bay and across Massachusetts.
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“We had Maia Construction replace siding and trim and were very pleased with all of their work. They were extremely professional and timely and we had a very good experience.”
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“I would not hesitate to and in fact, wholeheartedly recommend, Marcos and MAIA as a contractor at your home. Marcos and…”
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Windows FAQs — Back Bay, MA
Common questions from Back Bay homeowners about windows
What does window replacement cost in Back Bay?
Our Back Bay projects generally land at $650–$1,400 per opening installed, depending on size and frame. The spread comes down to size, material and what we find once the old work comes off — which is why our written quote includes an agreed rate for hidden damage rather than a guess. Estimates are free and we do not price on the doorstep.
What usually goes wrong with windows on homes in Back Bay?
The three we see most often here: out-of-square openings in older homes, where a stock unit will never seal properly; storm windows hiding how far gone the primary sash actually is; and original single-pane sashes with failed glazing putty and no weatherstripping left. Locally, crumbling brick pointing needing exterior updates comes up repeatedly on brownstone row houses.
Can you match existing work on part of the house?
Sometimes. On a brownstone row houses we can often match a single elevation closely enough that it reads as original. Where the existing material has faded past matching, we will say so rather than sell you a repair you will be unhappy with.
How do you handle the site during the job?
We protect the planting, keep the debris contained, and sweep for nails daily. You will still know there is a crew here, but you will be able to park and walk the garden.
What happens if you find rot once you have started?
It gets photographed and shown to you the same day. Because the repair rate is already agreed, finding rot changes the invoice by a known amount rather than an argued one.
Do you use subcontractors?
We do not. Every crew is on our payroll, which is why the standard does not drop between the first elevation and the last, and why you are not meeting new faces halfway through.
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