Reducing the cost of windows / concrete in Columbus Ohio Flip

[Nathan May]

Hi all,

I'm working on a flip in the North Linden area in Columbus, Ohio and am trying to reduce cost on windows and a small, 3-step concrete porch connecting the back door with the ground.

My costs for reference:

1. $8500 for 13 windows ($650 per window, installed) - these are vinyl, double-paned windows with energy star rated glass

2. $4200 for the porch

I'd like to get the windows down to $500 installed and the concrete down as much as possible - obviously there is a lot of variance here based on the size of porch and type of windows, but does anyone have good benchmarks (particularly on the windows) and/or recommendations contractors they could PM me? Any help is much appreciated.