Windows are a staple of modern homes and you don’t truly appreciate them until you’ve lived somewhere that doesn’t have enough natural light or a cool evening breeze. 

Whether you want to add more windows to your home, increase the size of your existing windows or replace some frames that have become damaged, it’s wise to call in the professionals. Aluminium window installers can be hired to quickly and proficiently solve your problem. 

• What do aluminium window installers do?
• The benefits of aluminium windows 
• How much does it cost to hire an aluminium window installer?
• How to hire a reputable local aluminium window installer
• Getting quotes from aluminium window installers

What do aluminium window installers do?

As the name suggests, a window installer puts in a new window – frame, pane and all – into your home, garage, shed or office. 

There’s more to it than just that. In many cases, they’ll have to remove your existing window frame first. They’ll have already measured up the site so they have the correct frame to go in its place, but they can also change the size of the gap by removing bricks, for example. 

Once the window is in, they’ll make sure it’s sealed so that it’s watertight and draft proof. 

The benefits of aluminium window 

Aluminium windows are one of the most popular types of windows in Australia, and with good reason. 

Aluminium is a light, durable and inexpensive material. It’s long lasting because it rarely fails; it doesn’t corrode, warp, rot or fade, unlike many other window materials. They also require very little maintenance – no painting or sealing – just wipe them down to keep them clean once in a while. 

In terms of cost, despite all their advantages, aluminium windows are one of the cheaper options. They cost a lot less than timber or uPVC frames, for example. 

One downside to aluminium windows is that they conduct heat, so make sure you have a thermal strip installed to counter this. 

 

How much does it cost to hire an aluminium window installer?

The cost of an aluminium window depends on a few factors, including the size, style and the number you want to have installed. Due to labour and call out fees, it’s cheaper to get multiple windows fitted all at once than to have them done over several visits. 

For the cost of materials for an aluminium window, expect to pay: 

• Between $150 and $570 for a fixed window
• Between $165 and $680 for a sliding window
• Between $180 and $788 for an awning window

In most cases, the quote will include the installation fees. 

How to hire a reputable local aluminium window installer

A poorly installed window will quickly become apparent when you feel an unwanted breeze, you notice a puddle on your windowsill or you find the windows difficult to open and closer. 

To avoid these problems, it pays to do your research. When you’re looking for someone nearby to install aluminium windows, you should try to find out:

• What sort of experience do they have
• Whether they’ve worked with aluminium before
• How much insurance coverage they have
• If they’re happy to share examples of their work with you

Getting quotes from aluminium window installers

When you’re looking to hire someone to install aluminium windows in your home, knowing what you’re going to pay beforehand is vital. Make sure you get a written quote before confirming any work. That way you’ll have a record of exactly what work is going to be undertaken. 

It’s recommended that you always get more than one quote, which is why hipages always connects you to three qualified installers in your area so you get a better feel for what you should be paying.