Discover why Our Window Replacement Solution is THE BEST For Homes Located In The Vancouver & Lower Mainland Area.
It varies depending on window size, style, and quantity of windows/doors. The average for 1 window ranges from $700 – $3,000. Sliding glass doors, French doors and bi-fold doors range in price from $3,000 – $30,000+
*At The Local Window Guy, you will expect excellent window and door selection/quality backed by a 25-year warranty and the best prices in the Vancouver & Lower Mainland area.
Short answer: No. The government rebate programs are good for the rest of Canada, but not for the Vancouver & Lower Mainland area. BC is the only province in Canada that does not require triple-pane windows because our climate is significantly milder than the rest of Canada.
*Book a call to learn more about the BC/Federal rebate programs/options and get your free quote here!
The window process is based on your timelines. From the place of order, installation times will range from 4-20+ weeks.
*At The Local Window Guy, we have the best lead times in the industry! We can install your new replacement windows in as little as 4-6 weeks – not 10-20+ weeks like the other big-box window companies you see advertised everywhere on TV, direct mail and online.
Generally speaking, depending on the number of windows that need to be installed, you can expect 10-15 replacement windows to be installed per day.
*At The Local Window Guy, we have the best installers with the most window replacement experience! Our installation Manager has over 25 years of experience in the home window replacement industry and only installs windows.
We have a vast selection of windows, including sliders, up/down, fixed/picture, awning, casement, German-designed tilt & turn and windows. We also carry an excellent selection of sliding glass, French, 3-4 panel double sliders and our top-of-the-line bi-fold doors.
Yes, the standard colour for window frames is white, but quite often we will do black, dark brown and many other assorted colours. We can also do custom colours and all our paint is special powder-coated, ensuring long-lasting colour without fading.
We always customize your energy-efficient glass to your needs. Triple pane, double pane, sound abatement for busy roads/Richmond airport noise and special i89 layer for hot South facing rooms – we can do it all!
*Book a call to learn more about your glass options and get your free quote here!
At The Local Window Guy, we have a 5-Step window replacement process.
After your free 1-on-1 home consultation, I will email you a customized quote within 24-72 hours. In that quote, you will get a plotted image of every window, including the opening type/style of window.
No, we customize your window replacement project to your budget and energy-efficient/window style needs and can break your window replacement project into 2 phases. Although upgrading your entire home is often the most cost-effective solution, it may not always be the right choice.
Yes, we have our signature Low Price Guarantee Program. Because of our already low prices/excellent quality window replacement solutions, we rarely have to use them. Always, expect excellent quality window solutions for the best price in the Vancouver & Lower Mainland area.
For your installation date, please ensure that all your blinds are removed from the window (we can do this for you for a small additional charge and will reinstall them after the new windows are installed). Additionally, please remove any furniture that obstructs the window area.
Yes, we do window replacement projects year-round. The only time we will not work is if it gets well below freezing, which doesn’t happen much in the Vancouver & Lower Mainland area.
No, you do not need a permit to replace any residential windows. Only some townhome stratas and condominiums/apartments will require permits. It also depends on which city you live in.
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THIS IS WHY HOMEOWNERS CHOOSE to go with The Local Window Guy for their window replacement project in the Vancouver & Lower Mainland area
| Categories | Big-Box Window Companies | The Local Window Guy |
|---|---|---|
| FRAMING (90% of all window replacement projects and new construction home builds are made with vinyl) | Mostly all vinyl, some fiberglass and proprietor framing material | WE USE VINYL – We buy all our vinyl locally here in the Vancouver Lower Mainland area |
| NEW ENERGY - EFFICIENT GLASS (customized to customer Needs ex. Double vs triple pane) | Customize glass, not sure of their glass supplier | WE CUSTOMIZE YOUR GLASS NEEDS – We use the Western Canada's Leading Glass Manufacturer located locally in Langley |
| PRODUCT WARRANTY | 25 to lifetime warranty | WE BACK ALL OUR PRODUCTS – We offer a strong, comprehensive 25-year transferable warranty |
| PRODUCT SELECTION | All offer most all window types (except Tilt & turn) including sliding, French and bifold doors. Some offer front doors | EUROPEAN-STYLE DESIGNED PRODUCTS – We manufacture all window types and patio doors (French, Bi-fold & Sliding Glass doors), but also our high-end tilt & turn windows. We don't do front doors. |
| INSTALLATION WARRANTY | Generally 2 years | INDUSTRY LEADING – We offer the best in the industry 5-year installation warranty |
| TIME TO INSTALLATION | Long wait times ranging from 12-20+ weeks to installation from order | BEST IN INDUSTRY – We offer quick turn around times and can get your new windows installed in as little 4-6 weeks |
| OVERALL QUALITY | Most all big names have good to excellent quality | EXCELLENT QUALITY – Come see our vast showroom and compare for yourself |
| PRICE | Much higher than ours | WE HAVE THE BEST PRICES! We always offer our customers the lowest prices, including special discount programs. |
| LOW PRICE GUARANTEE | Not sure - Don't know but we always beat their prices | GUARANTEED – We always come out lower in price but if by any chance there is the odd quote that beats our price with comparable product then we will beat their price. |
*Please note (Disclaimer): This chart is for general information only. To get detailed information, contact the individual company for exact details provided by each window company. We always encourage getting 2-3 quotes and compare value, price etc.
Especially, with a similar product, installation & warranty.
