Professional Windows Replacement in Edmonton
Are your windows drafty, fogged between the panes or hard to open and close? Replacing them can make rooms more comfortable in winter and cut down on drafts and outside noise. This guide explains what affects window replacement costs in Edmonton, how to compare window types and glass options, and what happens on installation day. When you’re ready to talk about your own home, Canglow’s Edmonton window replacement team offers free in-home estimates.
Why Choose Windows Replacement in Edmonton?
Replacing old windows can offer several benefits:
- Improved energy efficiency: Well-sealed, properly installed windows can reduce drafts and heat loss compared with old or failing units. Actual energy savings vary from home to home.
- Enhanced curb appeal: New windows can refresh the look of your home. Some homeowners also see them as a selling point, although any effect on property value depends on the home and the local market.
- Better security: Windows with working locks and sound frames are harder to force open than worn, loose-fitting units.
- Reduced noise: Replacing old windows, especially with triple-pane units, can reduce outside noise, although no window makes a home soundproof.
- Lower maintenance: Vinyl frames don’t need painting or staining, and routine care is usually limited to cleaning and checking seals and hardware. How long any window lasts depends on the product, the installation and the conditions it faces.
Windows Replacement Cost in Edmonton
The cost of replacing windows in Edmonton depends on the windows you choose and the work your home needs. When you compare prices, keep three figures separate:
- Supply-only price: the cost of the window unit itself.
- Installation cost: removing the old window, fitting, insulating, and sealing the new one, and any interior or exterior finishing.
- Total installed project cost: everything together. This is the figure to compare between quotes.
Each of these can change substantially depending on:
- Window size and style
- Double-pane or triple-pane glass
- The glass package
- Frame colour
- Custom shapes
- The condition of the existing opening
- Interior and exterior finishing
- The number of windows
- How complex the installation is
Supply-Only Starting Estimates
| Window type | Supply-only starting estimate |
|---|---|
| Picture and fixed windows | From $479 |
| Slider windows | From $475 |
| Single hung windows | From $455 |
| Double hung windows | From $495 |
| Casement windows | From $458 |
| Hopper windows | From $459 |
| Awning windows | From $479 |
These are supply-only starting estimates for the window unit alone. Installation is not included. Taxes may not be included. Upgrades and custom options cost extra. Prices may change. A written project quote is required for final pricing.
Installed Project Pricing
We don’t publish a single installed price per window, because the installed price for the same window can vary widely from one home to the next. Your installed price depends on the condition of each opening, what it takes to remove the old window, whether interior and exterior finishing are included, access to each opening, and the number of windows in the project. After measuring your home, we provide a written quote that shows the total installed project cost. Book a free consultation to get a quote for your home.
Choosing the Right Windows Replacement Company in Edmonton
Finding a reliable window installation company in Edmonton helps you get suitable products and professional service. Here’s what to look for:
- Experience and reputation: Look for strong customer reviews and a record of completed projects in homes like yours.
- Energy-efficient products: Check that the company offers ENERGY STAR-certified window options and can tell you which models in your quote are certified.
- Warranty and after-sales support: A reputable company provides written warranties on both products and installation and explains what they cover.
- Clear written quotes: Look for a quote that separates product, installation and finishing costs so you can compare companies on the total installed price.
- Who does the installation: Ask whether the company uses its own installers or hires subcontractors.
Best Window Types for Edmonton Homes
Edmonton’s climate calls for durable, well-insulated windows. Popular choices include:
- Vinyl windows: low-maintenance, well-insulated frames at a moderate cost.
- Triple-pane windows: a third layer of glass for added insulation, often chosen for colder rooms.
- Casement windows: good ventilation, and the sash closes against the frame for a tight seal against drafts.
- Sliding windows: easy to operate and well suited to wide openings and modern homes.
Double-Pane or Triple-Pane Windows for Edmonton?
Both can work well in Edmonton. The right choice depends on the room, the size of the window, your budget and what you want to improve.
Double-pane windows have two layers of glass with a sealed space between them. A well-made, properly installed double-pane window is a clear step up from old or failing units and suits many rooms, especially where budget matters or the window is sheltered.
Triple-pane windows add a third layer of glass. They generally insulate better than a comparable double-pane unit, keep the inside surface of the glass warmer in cold weather and can reduce outside noise. They also cost more and weigh more, and the difference is most noticeable in rooms that feel cold, north-facing rooms and rooms near busy roads.
Some homeowners choose triple-pane units for bedrooms and colder rooms and double-pane units elsewhere. You don’t need triple-pane windows in every opening to have a comfortable home. During a consultation, we can go through the options room by room.
Why Edmonton Homeowners Choose Canglow
Canglow supplies and installs windows and exterior doors for homes across Alberta and the Northwest Territories. A few facts about how we work:
- More than 50,000 windows installed across thousands of completed residential projects
- More than 800 customer reviews
- In-house installation crews, not subcontractors
- Canadian-made windows from our third-party manufacturing partner, with ENERGY STAR-certified options
- A lifetime product warranty on windows and a two-year labour warranty on installation
- Experience installing windows and doors in Yellowknife, where winter temperatures can fall below -40°C
Professional Windows Installation in Edmonton
Even a well-made window can underperform if it is installed poorly. Accurate measurement, a level and properly fastened frame, insulation around the perimeter and careful exterior sealing all affect how a window seals, operates and handles water. At Canglow, installation is done by our own in-house crews. For more on how we handle installation, see our page on window installation in Edmonton.
How Does Window Replacement in Edmonton Happen?
Consultation and Measurement
A member of our team visits your home, talks through what isn’t working with your current windows and measures each opening. We note the condition of the existing frames and anything that affects installation or finishing.
Product Selection and Order
You choose window styles, double-pane or triple-pane glass, frame colour and any custom shapes, then review a written quote. Your order is placed once you approve it.
Production
Your windows are made to your measurements in Canada by our manufacturing partner.
Delivery and Scheduling
When your windows are ready, your project manager confirms the delivery and installation schedule with you. The complete project, from order through production, delivery and installation, typically takes about 8 to 12 weeks.
Removal of Existing Windows
On installation day, the crew protects the work area, removes the old windows and prepares each opening for the new unit.
Installation and Perimeter Sealing
Each new window is set, levelled and fastened in the opening, then insulated and sealed around the perimeter to limit drafts and keep water out. The installation itself usually takes between 3 hours and 2 days, depending on the number of windows in your order.
Interior and Exterior Finishing (Where Included)
If finishing is part of your quote, the crew completes the interior trim and exterior finishing around each window. The finishing included in your project is listed in your written quote.
Final Operation Check and Warranty Documents
Before the crew leaves, we check that each window opens, closes and locks properly, clean up the work area and give you your warranty documents.
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Ready to Move Forward?
If you’d like advice on the windows in your own home, our team can measure your openings and prepare a written quote at no cost. Call 780-761-2161 or send us a message using the form below.
How much does window replacement cost in Edmonton?
There’s no fixed number, because the price depends on the window size and style, double-pane or triple-pane glass, the glass package, frame colour, custom shapes, the condition of the existing opening, finishing, the number of windows and how complex the installation is. It helps to separate three figures: the supply-only price of the window, the installation cost and the total installed project cost. The supply-only starting estimates in the pricing section above don’t include installation, taxes, upgrades or finishing. Older homes can also cost more if extra framing, insulation or exterior work is needed once the old windows come out. A written quote after measurement is the reliable way to know your total.
Are triple-pane windows worth it in Edmonton?
They can be, but not for every window or every budget. Triple-pane units generally insulate better than comparable double-pane units, keep the inside surface of the glass warmer and can reduce cold drafts near the window and condensation in deep winter. They also cost more and weigh more. Some homeowners choose triple-pane units for bedrooms, north-facing rooms or rooms near busy roads, and double-pane units elsewhere. We can help you weigh the options for each room.
What are the best windows for Edmonton winters?
There isn’t one best window for every home. For Edmonton winters, look for a well-insulated frame such as vinyl, a glass package suited to cold climates and ENERGY STAR certification for the model you choose. Casement and awning windows close against the frame, which helps limit air leakage. Double-pane and triple-pane units both have a place, as explained above. Installation matters as much as the product: even a good window can underperform if it is installed poorly, especially in older homes.
How long does window installation take?
The complete project, from order through production, delivery and installation, typically takes about 8 to 12 weeks. The installation itself usually takes between 3 hours and 2 days, depending on the number of windows in your order. Your project manager will confirm the expected schedule with your written quote.
Can windows be installed during winter in Edmonton?
Yes. Canglow installs windows through the winter, subject to project and weather conditions. Winter installations are planned so that each opening is exposed to the outside for as short a time as possible, and every unit is insulated and sealed before the crew moves on. If the weather on your scheduled day isn’t suitable, we’ll contact you about a new date.