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New Windows vs Getting Your Window Frame Repaired

Windows are a critical section of your Botany home, which is why you should meticulously study your choices before selecting new windows.

The price of windows differs greatly depending on their size, style, material and glazing. While you won’t be able to get accurate costs until you’ve received estimates for windows, this article will help you work out the accurate windows for your desires, including:

• Why your windows are crucial
• 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?
• Hiring a window installer

You want your windows to be artistically delightful, but windows do further than just allow natural sunlight into the home.

While a locked window obstructs breezes, heat and cold can clearly pass through single-pane windows. Heat always passes through colder areas. At home, that translates to increased air conditioning costs in summer and higher heating costs in winter. Double glazed and/or low-e (low emissivity) windows can decrease heat transfer significantly. While they cost more, they pay for themselves over time and go on with saving you money on your energy costs for as long as you own your home.

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

New window or fixing a window frame?

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

Double-hung – with two split panels that move up and down automatically. Double-hung are low-profile windows that are great if you need to fit flyscreens.

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

Casement – one of the most typical window styles, choose casement windows if you desire utmost ventilation, as they open very wide.

Louvres – these windows are composed of of consecutive of glass panels that can be amended to regulate airflow.

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

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

Sliding – sliding windows slide horizontally along a runner.

They are very adaptable windows and are fairly low-cost. Sliding windows suit most styles of home, take up little space and are low care. They are lockable for additional protection.

Did you know your windows could help save?

Double glazing and low-emission glass are more expensive, but it could help you save up to 25 percent on your energy costs. If your window frames are in good state, employing a glazier to install more energy-efficient glass can be more cost-effective than removing your windows. Take the time to contrast 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 bonus in the form of reduced energy bills.

What affects the cost of new windows?

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

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

Aluminum and composite window frames are generally cheaper than wooden-framed windows. The cheapest style you can buy is a fixed window. If you want to open your window, you will spend 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, expect a glazier to be paid between $70 and $90 per hour plus the cost of glass and other materials. They will perhaps 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 span of $100-$150.

On the lower end of the price scale, you can buy aluminum-framed double glazed windows in standard sizes from window suppliers and some hardware stores. They might 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 propose windows with powder-coated aluminum frames on the outside and wooden 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 replacing 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 official license. If they are timber windows your installer could be a joiner or carpenter.

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

Employing a Botany window frame repair company or installer

Do you check the qualifications and license of your tradie before you hire them? Depending on where you live, it could be a legal necessity 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 expertise to get it done correctly.

When it comes time to employing a Botany window frame repair company or installer, make sure they are right for your job. Some questions to ask them include:

• Are you licensed?
• Are you insured to work in my home?
• Can you give a written quote?
• Do you have references I can follow up?

Getting quotes for window frame repairs or new windows

Getting estimates from window installers is the best way of working out 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 quoted were captured at the time this article was written. They are indicative, may vary locally, and are subject to market drivers and should only be used as a pattern.