Quick Answer

Window Replacement Cost in Ottawa (2026)

Average cost in Ottawa

$16,047avg

$7,500 — $47,000

$800 — $1,500 per sq ft

+4.5% YoY
12 sources
Updated 2 weeks ago
Ottawa-Gatineau

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Materials

Vinyl/Fiberglass frames and energy-efficient glass

$520 — $975

65%

Labor

Professional installation and sealing

$200 — $375

25%

Disposal & Site Prep

Removal of old units and debris management

$56 — $105

7%

Permits & Admin

Municipal fees and project management

$24 — $45

3%

🧾HST (13%) — Ontario
Base cost + $2,086 tax$18,133

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

$5,300

$4,240 — $6,360

Based on 12 sources and market data for Ottawa. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$15,356

Today

$16,047

Window Replacement in Ottawa is 4.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about $691 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 Ottawa

Verified providers
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Eco Ottawa Windows and Doors

323 Coventry Rd, Ottawa, ON K1K 3W9, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

138 reviews

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EcoTech Windows & Doors - Ottawa

116 Albert St Suites 200 & 300, Ottawa, ON K1P 5G3, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

201 reviews

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Advanced View Windows and Doors Inc.

81 Auriga Dr #16, Ottawa, ON K2E 7Y5, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

203 reviews

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Buildmart Windows & Doors

2900 Sheffield Rd Unit#6, Ottawa, ON K1B 1A4, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

224 reviews

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Westend Windows and Doors

1900 Merivale Rd #110, Ottawa, ON K2G 4N4, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

137 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

Triple-pane windows typically cost 20-30% more than double-pane units, adding approximately $150 to $400 per window, but they are highly recommended for Ottawa's extreme -30°C winter temperatures.

Retrofit (insert) installation is roughly 20% cheaper than full-frame (brick-to-brick) replacement because it utilizes the existing frame and preserves interior trim.

Yes, the Home Renovation Savings Program offers $100 per window until November 2026, and homeowners can access federal interest-free loans of up to $40,000 for energy-efficient upgrades.

For a typical detached home requiring 10 to 12 windows, Ottawa homeowners should budget between $12,000 and $18,500 for a full professional installation.

📊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: 2 weeks 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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