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Window Replacement Cost in Oshawa (2026)

Average cost in Oshawa

$15,140avg

$8,000 — $30,000

$450 — $1,800 per sq ft

+5.5% YoY
8 sources
Updated 4 days ago
Ontario

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Materials

Window units (Vinyl/Fiberglass/Wood)

$4,800 — $18,000

60%

Labor

Professional installation and sealing

$2,000 — $7,500

25%

Trim & Finishing

Interior casing and exterior brickmould

$800 — $2,100

7%

Disposal & Cleanup

Removal of old units and site debris

$400 — $1,500

5%

Permits & Admin

Municipal fees and project management

$0 — $900

3%

🧾HST (13%) — Ontario
Base cost + $1,968 tax$17,108

HST at 13%

📋What's Included

Scope

Typically Includes

  • Standard vinyl double-hung windows
  • Removal of old windows
  • Installation & insulation
  • Interior trim
  • Cleanup

Typically Excludes

  • Custom or specialty shapes
  • Triple-pane or premium glass
  • Exterior trim or cladding
  • Structural modifications
  • Bay or bow windows

Based on replacing 10 standard-size windows with vinyl double-hung.

🧮Estimate Your Cost

Interactive

Estimated Cost

$5,450

$4,360 — $6,540

Based on 8 sources and market data for Oshawa. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$14,351

Today

$15,140

Window Replacement in Oshawa is 5.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about $789 more on the average project.

Comparison derived from the year-over-year change rate, not a month-by-month price index. We don't store historical snapshots yet — when we do, this will become a real time series.

🏢Top Window Replace Contractors in Oshawa

Verified providers
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Total Home Windows & Doors

1277 Wilson Rd N, Oshawa, ON L1K 2B8, Canada

5.0
★★★★★

76 reviews

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Stone River Windows Doors

391 Marwood Dr, Oshawa, ON L1H 7P8, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

67 reviews

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Panorama Windows and Doors Oshawa

21 Simcoe St S, Oshawa, ON L1H 4G1, Canada

4.8
★★★★½

105 reviews

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Aurora Windows & Doors

241 King St E, Oshawa, ON L1H 1C5, Canada

4.3
★★★★½

77 reviews

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Pro Windows & Doors ACM

494 King St E, Oshawa, ON L1H 4H2, Canada

4.0
★★★★

55 reviews

Provider data sourced from public business directories. Ratings and reviews are public and may change. LookupCost is not affiliated with listed providers.

💬What People Actually Paid

Community

Common Questions

In Oshawa, a building permit is not required if you are replacing windows with the same size units. However, if you are enlarging the opening or making structural changes, a permit is mandatory, with fees typically starting around $150 plus a 3% annual increase effective January 2026.

Upgrading from double-pane to triple-pane glass in 2026 typically adds between $150 and $400 per window unit. While the upfront cost is higher, it can reduce annual energy bills by approximately 20-30% in the Oshawa climate.

For a typical 3-bedroom detached home with 10 to 15 windows, homeowners should budget between $11,000 and $18,000 for quality vinyl replacements. Premium fiberglass or wood-clad projects for the same home size can exceed $25,000.

Yes, homeowners can access the Enbridge Gas Home Efficiency Rebate Plus (HER+) and federal incentives, which can provide between $40 and $125 per window for ENERGY STAR certified models, potentially totaling up to $5,000-$10,000 for whole-home upgrades.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 5+ verified web sources and cost databases

2

Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides

3

Government construction and labor statistics

4

Community-reported project costs and reviews

Last data collection: 4 days ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in CAD.

About this data

Cost figures are estimates synthesized from public market data using AI research and refreshed regularly. Real project costs vary by scope, materials, contractor, and site conditions. Always get verified quotes from licensed contractors for your specific project.

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