Services · Window replacement
Window replacement in Toronto, priced honestly
Cold air pools by the couch, the furnace runs and runs, and the bill climbs anyway. We measure your openings, price it against the honest ranges on this page, and manage the whole project, start to finish.
2 minutes. A real number for your own house, free.
$2M liability insurance
Current and verifiable, on every project we run.
WSIB coverage
For every crew that sets foot on your property.
Written workmanship warranty
On the installation itself, separate from the manufacturer's.
Free written quotes
No cost, no obligation, and no sales theatre. Ever.
How it works
From a short form to a finished install
Cold to warm
One system
01
Tell us about your windows
Use the quote form. It takes about 2 minutes: how many windows, what type of home, and your timeline. No credit card, no commitment, no cost to you.
02
We measure and price it
We measure your openings in person and give you one written quote, priced against the honest ranges on this page. We carry proof of liability insurance, WSIB coverage, and a written workmanship warranty before we ever ask you to sign.
03
We manage the install
Approve the quote and the rest runs on rails: final measure, your windows built to those exact numbers, then install day, managed start to finish. No pressure, no obligation, and no fee from us to get here.
The honest checklist
Is it time to replace your windows?
Some windows fail loudly. Most fail quietly and drain money for years. Replace when you see these signs:
Drafts you can feel. Hold a hand near the frame edge on a cold day. Moving air means failed seals.
Fog or moisture between the panes. The sealed unit has failed. The insulating gas is gone.
Hard to open, or will not stay open. Warped frames and dead hardware get worse, not better.
Rising heating bills with no other cause. Old glass leaks heat all winter.
Noise. If you hear every streetcar and dog, your glass is not doing its job.
Rot, mould, or soft spots on the frame. Water is getting in. Waiting makes the wall repair bigger.
Age. Most builder-grade units last 15 to 25 years. Past 20, they are usually costing you money.
Two or more of these signs means it is time to price a replacement.
One quote costs you nothing and gives you a real number to plan around.
Scope check
Full frame vs retrofit: the choice that shapes your quote
Every Toronto window replacement quote rests on this choice, and we walk you through it before we ever price a job.
A retrofit insert
A retrofit insert keeps your existing frame. The new unit slides inside it. It is faster and cheaper, and it disturbs nothing around the opening. The trade-off: you lose a little glass area, and it only works if your old frame is straight and dry.
A full frame replacement
A full frame replacement removes everything down to the rough opening. We install a new frame, new insulation around it, and new trim. It costs 15 to 25 percent more per opening. It is the right call when frames are rotted, warped, or leaking air, which is common in Toronto homes over 40 years old.
We check your frames and tell you which method fits before we quote. If a company quotes without asking, treat that as a warning sign.
The right fix
Glass replacement vs full window replacement
Sometimes you do not need a whole new unit. If the frame is sound and only the sealed glass unit failed, window glass replacement in Toronto runs about $250 to $600 per pane. That fixes fog between panes on an otherwise healthy window.
But glass swaps have limits. They do not fix drafty frames, dead hardware, or single pane glass. If the window is past 20 years old, you would be putting new glass in a failing frame. Most homeowners in that spot get better value from full replacement.
We focus on full window and door replacement and installation, not glass-only repair. If a glass swap is truly all you need, we will tell you during the free measure. Nobody wins by selling you the wrong fix.
The lineup
Popular window types for Toronto homes
It helps to know the main styles before your estimate. These are the windows Toronto homeowners choose most.
01· Most popular in Toronto
Casement windows
Casements crank outward and seal tight when closed, like a fridge door. They are the top pick for energy performance in Toronto's climate, and suit kitchens, bedrooms, and anywhere you want a full opening for summer air.
02
Sliders and hung windows
Sliders move side to side. Hung units move up and down. Both are budget friendly and simple, with fewer moving parts to break, and seal a little less tightly than casements. A smart pick for rentals, basements, and big projects on a budget.
03
Bay and bow windows
Bay and bow units project out from the wall and add real space and light to a living room. They are the most expensive line on any quote, and the most transforming. They often need structural support, so installer skill matters most here.
04
Awning and fixed windows
Awnings hinge at the top and open outward, so you can vent a room in the rain. Fixed picture units do not open at all, which makes them cheap, tight, and great for framing a view.
Most replacement projects in Toronto use vinyl windows. Vinyl costs less than wood or fibreglass, never needs paint, and handles freeze-thaw swings well. Fibreglass and wood have their place in heritage homes, at a premium.
8%
Comfort that pays back
of a home's energy bill is what Energy Star Canada says certified windows can save, at the top end. On a Toronto heating bill that adds up every single winter, and the comfort change shows up on day one.
The spec sheet
Energy efficient windows pay you back
Toronto sits in a cold climate zone, so glass choice matters more here than in most of the country. Look for these things on any quote:
Energy Star certification for your zone. This is the baseline, not a bonus.
Double or triple pane glass. Triple pane costs about 10 to 15 percent more and keeps rooms warmer and quieter. It makes the most sense on north walls and busy streets.
Low-E coatings. A thin metal layer reflects heat back into your home in winter.
Argon gas fill. It insulates better than plain air between panes.
Warm edge spacers. They cut condensation at the glass edge.
Rebates and financing in Ontario
Two things make a window project easier on your budget. Rebate programs change often, so treat this as a starting point rather than a promise, and confirm details before you sign.
Rebates
What is currently active
As of this writing, Ontario’s Home Renovation Savings Program offers rebates of around $100 per opening for eligible Energy Star models.
Federal programs like the Canada Greener Homes Loan have offered interest-free financing up to $40,000 for energy upgrades.
Financing
We handle the paperwork
We ask two questions on your behalf during the measure: which rebates your windows qualify for, and who files the paperwork.
We handle the filing for you.
The honest comparison
How to pick the right window replacement company in Toronto
There is no single best company, whatever the ads say. Toronto has national brands, big regional players, and small local crews, and each can be right for a different project.
Big brands bring long warranties and deep product lines, with higher overhead built into the price. Small local crews often quote sharper and move faster, with quality that varies more from job to job. We built our own standard so you do not have to guess which category you are getting.
Whoever you talk to, run this checklist
Get your price in writing before anyone books a date. Never accept a price that expires today.
Ask to see proof of insurance and workers' compensation coverage before work starts.
Read the warranty. What covers the install, what covers the unit, and for how long?
Confirm the models are Energy Star certified for Toronto's zone.
Keep the deposit reasonable. Under a third of the total is standard.
Watch how a company measures and quotes. A careful measure and clear paperwork predicts a careful install.
We hold ourselves to that same checklist on every project: proven installs, a warranty in writing, and a price you can compare line by line. If you would rather skip the research, that vetting is already done before your quote is priced. Start here.
The standard
The standard behind every install
Before we price a single project, we confirm all of this. If something is not right once the work is done, you tell us and we make it right. That is the whole model.
$2 million in liability insurance, current and verifiable, on every project we run.
WSIB coverage for every crew that sets foot on your property.
A written workmanship warranty on the install itself, separate from the window warranty.
Manufacturer-backed warranties on the units we sell.
A track record of real installs in Toronto and the GTA.
Installation day
What installation day looks like
Here is the rhythm of a well-run install, so you know what normal looks like:
A retrofit insert takes 30 to 60 minutes per opening. Full frame work runs 1 to 2 hours each. A typical whole-house project finishes in 1 to 3 days. Custom-made units usually take 2 to 6 weeks to manufacture after the final measure, so plan your timeline from the measure date.
01We confirm the order against the measure sheet before touching anything.
02We cover floors and move furniture near each opening.
03The old unit comes out. For full frame jobs, the trim and frame come out too.
04The new unit goes in level, square, and plumb. This step decides whether it seals and operates right for the next 20 years.
05We insulate gaps with low-expansion foam, then seal inside and out.
06Exterior capping and caulking finish the weather seal.
07We clean up, haul away the old units, and walk you through operation and care.
Century homes to first-generation vinyl
Toronto houses have Toronto window problems
The city’s housing stock shapes the work. We have already seen your exact wall before.
Century homes in the west end and East York carry original wood frames under decades of paint. Those openings are rarely square anymore, so full frame replacement with custom measurement is usually the right path. Wartime bungalows and 1960s side-splits often hold aluminum sliders that sweat and frost every January. Post-1980 builds usually carry first-generation vinyl that is now past its service life.
Brick matters too. Most Toronto homes are brick or brick veneer, which changes how we flash and seal each opening compared with siding. Basements are their own case. If you are finishing a basement bedroom, the window must meet Ontario egress rules, which often means cutting the opening larger and adding a window well. That is structural work.
None of this should scare you. It just means the measure visit matters. We have worked your street’s era of housing before, and we quote it right the first time.
Windows and doors, one visit
Bundling windows and doors into one project earns a better combined price, and we seal the whole envelope in one visit.
Planning numbers
How much does window replacement cost in Toronto?
Most Toronto homeowners pay $800 to $1,600 per window, installed. That covers a standard vinyl unit in an existing opening. Specialty shapes and big bays cost more. Small basement units cost less.
| Window type | Typical installed price |
|---|---|
Slider or hung vinyl window | $550 to $1,100 |
Casement window | $700 to $1,500 |
Awning window | $650 to $1,400 |
Fixed picture window | $500 to $1,200 |
Bay or bow window | $2,500 to $6,500 |
Basement window Plus cutting costs if the opening must grow for egress. | $500 to $1,200 |
Treat these as planning numbers, not promises. Every house is different. A written quote after we have seen your walls is the only number you can trust.
What moves the price up or down?
Two houses on the same street can get very different quotes. Here is why:
Size. Window prices rise with size everywhere in Canada. A large living room unit can cost double a small bedroom one.
Height. Second and third floor work needs ladders or scaffolding, so labour goes up.
Wall type. Brick openings take more time than siding.
Install method. A full frame replacement costs more than a retrofit insert. More on that below.
Glass upgrades. Triple pane, laminated, or tinted glass adds to each unit.
Custom shapes and colours. Arches, angles, and exterior paint finishes add cost and lead time.
Hidden rot. If we open the wall and find damage, we flag it and price it during the measure, not after.
Toronto prices vs the rest of Ontario
Window replacement cost in Ontario tends to run 10 to 20 percent lower outside the city. Toronto labour, parking, and access all cost more. If a quote looks far below the average, ask what got cut. It is usually the install quality, and the install decides how the window performs.
An online cost calculator can give you a rough starting number for budgeting only. No calculator can see your brick, your frames, or your rot. A free in-home measure beats a calculator every time.
Timing
When is the best time to replace windows in Toronto?
Any month works. We replace windows all winter, one opening at a time, so your house never sits exposed. Spring and fall book up fastest and quote highest. Late fall and winter often bring shorter waits and sharper pricing.
The costly choice is waiting. Every season with leaky glass is another season of inflated bills. If your windows failed this winter, pricing the fix now beats repricing it during the spring rush.
Service areas
Where we work
We cover homeowners across Toronto and the GTA, including North York, East York, and downtown, with the same standard behind every install. Dedicated coverage pages:
Live somewhere else in the GTA? Submit the quote form anyway. If we cover your area, you will hear back with a real number. If not, we will tell you straight instead of handing your info to whoever pays for it.
Doing more than glass? We handle door installation in Toronto too, from entry doors to sliding patio doors.
FAQ
Window replacement questions, answered
Straight answers on cost, permits, timelines, and picking a company for window replacement in Toronto.
How much does it cost to replace a window in Toronto?
Is it worth replacing 20 year old windows?
How much does it cost to replace the windows in a 3 bed house?
Do I need a permit to replace windows in Toronto?
How long does window replacement take?
Is the quote really free?
Get started
Get your number, then decide
You do not have to commit to anything today. But you should know your number. One short form gets you a written quote priced for your actual house, with rebates factored in. No cost, no obligation, and no six-call sales chase.
Warm rooms, lower bills, and glass you never think about again. It starts with 2 minutes.
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