Don’t fear the cost of replacement windows
From time to time, we are called out to replace just one window in a property. Many of the customers who need single-window replacement have not ordered glazing products for many years. The market is changing exceptionally quickly, and new technologies have had an impact on pricing.
Here are some of the common reasons for window replacement, and some typical guide prices to go by.
Why replace a single window?
The most common cause of single-window replacement is accidental breakage, and if you have kids at home, this is a constant risk. One badly-aimed cricket ball is all it takes to force a sudden and unexpected repair.
Sadly, another key reason for replacement is burglary, either attempted or successful. Modern windows are very secure, but it only takes one damaged frame to give an intruder the opportunity to strike. Occasionally, a burglar will break in by smashing glass, particularly if they know you aren’t at home.
There are other reasons why you may need one window to be replaced. For example, some windows are fitted with frosted glass and need to be swapped out to plain. Other customers have had Vent Axia style vents installed in window panes, or have moved into a home with a cat flap in the window.
Another common fault is the failure of the seal, which can cause windows to mist up or pool water on the inside. We also see stained glass which has lost its lustre and has started to look dated.
In all of these cases, it’s relatively simple to replace the window and it need not be an expensive job.
Costs of window replacement
When you order a new window, you need a member of our team to come and measure it first. The plan of action will depend on the extent of the damage.
If the window frame is intact, we can often leave it in situ and replace the sealed unit on its own. In this case, we will simply measure the dimensions of the glass, then take the beading off the window and push the new unit into place.
For a small window, this can cost as little as £250 (when in conjuction with other windows).
Whole window replacement
If your window frame is damaged, you will need a whole new frame as well as the unit inside. This is obviously more expensive, and it may mean removing several sealed units if they’re joined together.
In this case, the cost of replacement will be about 2-3 times higher than the cost of a single unit. We don’t recommend that you put up with a broken frame, as this is going to cost you money in higher energy bills, and will certainly result in noticeably more traffic noise. Damaged frames can also make it difficult to fully close a window, so preventing proper security.
Get it inspected
To proceed with a single-window replacement, or to get advice on whether to replace the sealed unit, call Hamiltons for a bespoke survey and price quote. There are numerous benefits to replacement windows, and you can trust our team to deliver a quality result.
