Quick Answer

Window Replacement Cost in Vancouver (2026)

Average cost in Vancouver

$13,500avg

$8,000 — $25,000

$650 — $1,500 per window

+6.5% YoY
8 sources
Updated today
Metro Vancouver

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Materials

Windows, glass, frames, and hardware

$4,800 — $15,000

60%

Labor

Professional installation

$2,000 — $6,250

25%

Disposal & Prep

Removal of old windows and site cleanup

$400 — $1,250

5%

Taxes & Fees

GST/PST and potential permit fees

$800 — $2,500

10%

🧾GST+PST (12%) — British Columbia
Base cost + $1,620 tax$15,120

GST+PST at 12%

📋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

$6,050

$4,840 — $7,260

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

🏢Top Window Replace Contractors in Vancouver

Verified providers
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Long Life Windows & Doors

1645 Boundary Rd, Vancouver, BC V5K 4X7, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

260 reviews

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Crown Glass Vancouver

336 W 7th Ave, Vancouver, BC V5Y 1M4, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

210 reviews

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Legacy Windows & Doors

9775 188 St #302, Surrey, BC V4N 3N2, Canada

4.9
★★★★½

132 reviews

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Ecoline Windows and Doors Port Coquitlam

1750 Coast Meridian Rd #102, Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 6N9, Canada

4.8
★★★★½

1,822 reviews

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West Coast Windows

7533 Progress Wy, Delta, BC V4G 1E7, Canada

4.8
★★★★½

276 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 2026, a single window replacement in Metro Vancouver typically costs between $800 and $1,400 installed for a standard double-pane Low-E argon glass unit. Single-window jobs often cost more per unit due to minimum travel and setup fees.

Retrofit installations, which use the existing frame, generally cost $600 to $850 per window. Full-frame replacements, which involve removing the window down to the studs to address moisture or rot—common in Vancouver's damp climate—cost between $950 and $1,500+ per window.

Yes, BC homeowners can access rebates through programs like CleanBC Better Homes. Upgrading to high-efficiency, triple-pane windows can yield rebates ranging from $100 to $250 per window, depending on the U-Factor and SHGC ratings.

For a typical whole-home project involving 10 to 15 windows, Vancouver homeowners can expect to invest between $9,000 and $18,000. Premium materials like fiberglass or custom architectural shapes can push the total over $25,000.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 8+ 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: today. Updates run weekly. All costs in CAD.