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New Windows vs Getting Your Window Frame Repaired

Windows are a crucial part of your Bilgola Plateau home, which is why you should carefully explore your decisions before choosing new windows.

The cost of windows contrasts very much depending on their size, style, material and glazing. While you won’t be able to get exact costs until you’ve received quotations for windows, this article will assist you work out the correct windows for your preferences, including:

  • Why your windows are significant
  • What type of new window?
  • New windows can help you save
  • What influences the cost of new windows?
  • How much do new windows cost?
  • Who can mount your new windows?
  • Employing a window installer
Why your windows are central

You want your windows to be visually delightful, but windows do further than just let natural sunlight into your house.

While a shut window prevents breezes, heat and cold can easily pass through single-pane windows. Heat naturally passes through colder areas. In the home, that explains to higher air conditioning costs in summer and higher heating costs in winter. Double glazed and/or low-e (low emissivity) windows can lessen heat transfer considerably. While they cost more, they pay for themselves over time and keep on saving you money on your energy costs for as long as you own your home.

You also want some windows that allow you to ventilate your home. Ideally, your windows should create cross ventilation, allowing cool breezes to come into the home and hot air to go out.

New window or fixing a window frame?

There are numerousvarious types or styles of windows, with varying features. Here are some of the most common:

Double-hung – with two separate panels that move up and down independently. Double-hung are low-profile windows that are suitable if you need to fit flyscreens.

Fixed Pane – these windows are a preset sheet of glass in a frame and cannot be opened.

Casement – one of the most regular window styles, choose casement windows if you prefer optimal ventilation, as they open very wide.

Louvres – these windows are made up of sequence of glass panels that can be amended to control airflow.

Awning – a window that opens outward and articulates and adjusts on a chain winder. Awning windows are good for unreachable spots in your home.

Bi-fold – these concertina making them great for most airflow and light.

Sliding – sliding windows slide horizontally along a runner.

They are very adaptable windows and are comparatively low-cost. Sliding windows go well with most styles of home, take up little space and are low care. They are lockable for supplementary defense.

Did you know your windows could help save?

Double glazing and low-emission glass costs more, but it could help you save up to twenty-five percent on your energy bills. If your window frames are in good state, engaging a glazier to mount more energy-efficient glass can be more cost-effective than removing your windows. Take the time to evaluate the “R-values” and “U-values” of the windows.

These will tell you how energy-efficient the windows are. Paying a little more for windows with a higher R-value will pay extra in the form of decreased energy bills.

What drives the cost of new windows?

When you start scouting for windows, you’ll find the greatest factors of their cost will be

  1. The material the window frames are made from
  2. The window style
  3. The type of glazing used
  4. The size of your installation

Aluminum and composite window frames are usually low-costly than timber-framed windows. The economical style you can buy is a fixed window. If you want to open your window, you will pay more for a sliding glass window, a casement window or a double-hung window. Single pane windows are about 25 to 35 percent cheaper than double glazed windows.

How much do new windows cost?

In terms of labour costs, anticipate for a glazier to be paid between $70 and $90 per hour plus the cost of glass and other materials. They will possibly charge a minimum fee for coming to your home and doing a small job. On average, repairs for a single pane of window glass (standard float) will cost in the range of $100-$150.

On the lower end of the price scale, you can buy aluminum-framed double glazed windows in typical sizes from window suppliers and some hardware stores. They would probably cost (supply only):

  • $150 for a 600 x 600mm (fixed window)
  • $180 for a hinged 600 x 600mm
  • $380 for a hinged 600 x 1200mm

On the higher end of the range, some fabricators suggest windows with powder-coated aluminum frames on the outside and timber frames on the inside. Double glazed with one low-e pane these windows might cost (supply only):

  • $720 for a fixed window, 800 x 1290mm
  • $820 per square metre for a tilt and turn window
  • $1250 per square metre for bifold windows and doors

How much does glass cost?

If you are only changing the glazing, expect to pay from:

  • $38 per square metre for float glass
  • $145 per square metre for low iron glass
  • $220 per square metre for low emission glass
  • $200 per square metre for double-glazed glass
  • $320 per square metre for laminated glass

Who are capable to install your new windows?

It depends where you dwell. For example, in NSW your installer should be a glazier and hold a valid license. If they are timber windows your installer could be a joiner or carpenter.

Your windows (and glazing) also need to follow the relevant Australian Safety Standards (AS1288 and AS2208), which covers windows and doors. Check with your local licensing authority or council if you are unsure what applies where you live.

Engaging a Bilgola Plateau window frame repair company or installer

Do you check the qualifications and credibility of your installer before you hire them? Depending on where you live, it could be a legal prerequisite for you to hire someone licensed to install your windows. It also gives you the peace of mind that they have the right training and knowledge to get it done correctly.

When it comes time to hiring a Bilgola Plateau window frame repair company or installer, make sure they are suited for your job. Some questions to ask them include:

  • Are you authorised?
  • Are you covered to work in my home?
  • Can you provide a written quote?
  • Do you have references I can follow up?

Getting quotes for window frame repairs or new windows

Getting prices from window installers is the best way of measuring the cost of your job. This will give you a concept of what market rates currently are.

You can also get visual pattern in our Window Styles photo collection.

* All the costs and prices stated were obtained at the time this article was written. They are indicative, may differ locally, and are subject to market drivers and should only be used as a pattern.

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