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New Windows vs Getting Your Window Frame Repaired

Windows are a critical piece of your North Rocks home, which is why you should meticulously examine your options before picking out 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 quotations for windows, this article will help you work out the accurate windows for your desires, including:

• Why your windows are significant
• What type of new window?
• New windows can help you save
• What affects the cost of new windows?
• How much do new windows cost?
• Who can install your new windows?
• Hiring a window installer

You want your windows to be visually pleasant, but windows do more than just let natural sunlight into the home.

While a shut window hinders breezes, heat and cold can easily pass through single-pane windows. Heat naturally passes through colder areas. At 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 decrease heat transfer considerably. While they cost more, they pay for themselves over time and go on with saving you money on your energy bills for as long as you own your home.

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

New window or fixing a window frame?

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

Double-hung – with two split panels that move up and down independently. Double-hung are low-profile windows that are optimal 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 typical window styles, choose casement windows if you prefer optimal ventilation, as they open very wide.

Louvres – these windows are made up of a series of glass panels that can be modified to regulate airflow.

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

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

Sliding – sliding windows slide horizontally along a runner.

They are very adaptable windows and are relatively cheap. Sliding windows fit most styles of home, take up little space and are low maintenance. They are lockable for extra defense.

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 bills. If your window frames are in good shape, hiring a glazier to install more energy-efficient glass can be more cost-effective than changing your windows. Take the time to weigh the “R-values” and “U-values” of the windows.

These will tell you how energy-efficient the windows are. Spending a little more for windows with a higher R-value will pay dividends in the form of reduced electric bills.

What influences the cost of new windows?

When you start buying for windows, you’ll find the greatest factors 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 possibly charge a minimum fee for coming to your home and doing a small job. On average, maintenance for a single pane of window glass (standard float) will cost in the region of $100-$150.

On the lower end of the price scale, you can buy aluminum-framed double glazed windows in accepted 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 scale, some fabricators offer 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 2-fold 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 can install your new windows?

It depends where you live. 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 comply to the relevant Australian Safety Standards (AS1288 and AS2208), which covers windows and doors. Check with your local licensing authority or council if you are uncomfortable what applies where you live.

Employing a North Rocks window frame repair company or installer

Do you check the credentials and credibility of your contractor 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 assurance that they have the right education and expertise to get it done well.

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

• Are you accredited?
• Are you insured to work in my home?
• Can you provide a written quote?
• Do you have key people I can follow up?

Getting quotes for window frame repairs or new windows

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

You can also get visual inspiration in our Window Styles photo gallery.

* All the costs and prices mentioned were obtained at the time this article was written. They are indicative, may vary locally, and are subject to market influencers and should only be used as a guide.