Fixed windows don't open, which means there's no hardware to wear out and no seal to weaken over time — just glass built to let in light and hold up against Calgary's weather. Sunbusters Windows & Doors installs fixed windows in Energy Star rated vinyl frames, sized and shaped to your exact opening.
A fixed window is a window that's permanently sealed shut, built purely to let in light and provide a view rather than to open for ventilation. As an official Jeld-Wen dealer, we install fixed windows as standalone picture windows, small transom accents, or paired with an operable window nearby. Because there's no sash, crank, or lock to install, fixed windows tend to have the tightest seal of any window style. Every estimate is free, and every installation is backed by a manufacturer warranty.
Without a sash or opening hardware taking up space, fixed windows typically have a larger glass area than an operable window of the same size. That means more daylight reaches the room, and less of your view is broken up by frame or grille lines.
With no moving parts and no seal that has to compress and release repeatedly over the years, a fixed window is about as airtight as a window can get. Paired with Energy Star rated glass, that translates into less heat loss through a fixed window compared to most operable styles.
There’s no crank, hinge, lock, or track to lubricate, adjust, or eventually replace on a fixed window. Cleaning is the main upkeep required, which makes fixed windows a practical choice for hard-to-reach spots like stairwells or high walls.
Because there’s no mechanism to accommodate, fixed windows can be built in shapes that wouldn’t work for an operable window: large picture windows, small transoms, or custom geometric shapes. That flexibility makes them useful for filling awkward or oversized openings.
A large, single-pane fixed window built to maximize the view and let in as much light as possible. It’s a strong fit for living rooms or any space where the outlook matters more than ventilation.
A smaller fixed window installed above a door or another window to add extra light and visual height. It’s a common choice for entryways and rooms with tall ceilings.
A fixed pane built to match the look of an operable casement window nearby, so the two blend together visually. This is useful when you want a consistent appearance across a wall of windows without every unit needing to open.
A fixed window paired with a casement, awning, or slider, giving you a wide expanse of glass with just enough ventilation where you need it. It’s one of the most common configurations in kitchens and living rooms.
Custom geometric shapes — round, octagon, half-round, or anything in between — built specifically because fixed windows don’t need to accommodate opening hardware. These work well as accent pieces in stairwells, entryways, or above a garage door.
A fixed window is only as good as its seal, and a proper seal starts with careful, experienced installation.
Our team brings more than 30 years of combined experience installing fixed windows of every size and shape across Calgary homes.
We can confidently say we’ve installed more than 5,000 windows across Calgary and surrounding communities, fixed and operable alike.
The owners of Sunbusters quote your job and install your windows themselves — no commissioned sales reps, no subcontracted crews.
In most cases, no — fixed windows are built without the frame reinforcement or hardware needed to support an opening sash, so converting one after installation isn’t practical. If ventilation is a concern for a particular room, it’s better to plan for a fixed-plus-operable combination from the start, and we can help you decide during your free estimate.
Generally, yes. Since a fixed window has no seams around a moving sash, there’s less opportunity for air to leak through over time compared to an operable window. That’s part of why fixed windows are often used for large picture windows, where efficiency and view matter more than ventilation.
Fixed windows work well anywhere ventilation isn’t the priority — living rooms, stairwells, high walls, or as an accent above a door or another window. They’re often paired with an operable window nearby so a room still gets airflow where it’s needed.
Because there’s no crank, hinge, or lock mechanism involved, a fixed window is typically simpler to manufacture than an equivalent operable window, though the exact cost depends on size, shape, and glass options. We provide a detailed, free estimate so you can compare fixed and operable options for your specific project.
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