Question 1

How do I know if I need to replace my windows?

Accepted Answer

Look for visible draughts, condensation between panes, peeling exterior frames, or sashes that no longer close cleanly. If your heating bills have crept up year over year, original double-pane units 20+ years old are usually the culprit. Our team will do a free in-home inspection if you would like a second opinion.

Question 2

How should I prepare my home for installation day?

Accepted Answer

Move furniture, art and window dressings about 4 feet back from each opening, take down blinds and curtain rods, and clear floor space for a drop sheet. We bring our own dust barriers and shoe covers — most homes do not need any further prep.

Question 3

What affects the cost of replacement windows?

Accepted Answer

Three things drive most of the price: frame material (vinyl vs. aluminum vs. fibreglass), the glazing package (double vs. triple pane, low-e coatings, gas fill), and the opening size + accessibility (second-storey or odd shapes cost more to fit). We itemize every quote so you can swap line items if needed.

Question 4

What types of replacement windows can I choose from?

Accepted Answer

We stock casement, picture, vinyl, fixed, custom and arched profiles. Within each profile you can pick the glazing, grille pattern, exterior colour, and interior finish. Most quotes also include matching sliding patio or steel entry doors if you are upgrading a whole-house package.

Question 5

Are replacement windows really more energy efficient?

Accepted Answer

Yes — modern triple-pane low-e units typically cut window-related heat loss by 40–60% versus an older double-pane assembly. Most Calgary-area homes recoup the upcharge inside 7–9 years from heating savings alone.

Question 6

Can you replace windows in winter?

Accepted Answer

We install year-round. Each opening is exposed for only 20–40 minutes; we work one opening at a time and seal it before moving on, so the rest of the house stays at temperature. We do reschedule when wind chill drops below −25 °C for crew safety.

Question 7

Should I replace one window or the whole house?

Accepted Answer

If your windows are roughly the same age and showing similar wear, a whole-house package is almost always cheaper per opening — single-unit calls cost the same crew time + travel. That said, we do single-window jobs when only one unit is failing.

Question 8

Do new windows increase home value?

Accepted Answer

Realtors in our market consistently rank window/door replacement among the top three exterior upgrades for resale return. Energy-efficient ratings now show up on listing sheets and inspectors flag aged units in pre-sale reports.

Question 9

Do Sunbusters windows include a warranty?

Accepted Answer

Every unit is covered by the manufacturer’s lifetime warranty on the glass seal and 10 years on hardware. Our installation labour is warrantied for 5 years — both of which transfer to the next owner if you sell.

Question 10

How long does a typical window replacement take?

Accepted Answer

Lead time depends on custom manufacturing and scheduling, but most full-house projects in the Calgary metro wrap up in 1–3 days on site once the windows arrive. Single-day installs of 8–12 openings are routine for our crews.

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