Quick Answer

Window Replacement Cost in Vancouver (2026)

Average cost in Vancouver

$15,354avg

$8,000 — $32,000

$400 — $2,500 per sq ft

+5.5% YoY
8 sources
Updated 3 days ago
Metro Vancouver

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Materials

Window units (Vinyl/Fiberglass/Aluminum)

$4,400 — $17,600

55%

Labor

Installation and site prep

$2,400 — $9,600

30%

Finishing & Trim

Interior casing and exterior sealant

$560 — $2,240

7%

Disposal

Removal of old units and debris

$400 — $1,600

5%

Permits & Admin

City of Vancouver filing fees

$240 — $960

3%

🧾GST+PST (12%) — British Columbia
Base cost + $1,842 tax$17,196

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.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$14,554

Today

$15,354

Window Replacement in Vancouver is 5.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about $800 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 Vancouver

Verified providers
🔨

Long Life Windows & Doors

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

4.9
★★★★½

290 reviews

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Crown Glass Vancouver

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

4.9
★★★★½

214 reviews

🔨

Ecoline Windows and Doors Port Coquitlam

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

4.8
★★★★½

1,933 reviews

🔨

A-1 Window Manufacturing Ltd

8038 Glenwood Dr #1, Burnaby, BC V3N 5E9, Canada

4.7
★★★★½

283 reviews

🔨

Renewal by Andersen of British Columbia

2748 Rupert St, Vancouver, BC V5M 3T7, Canada

4.6
★★★★½

1,417 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

Yes, homeowners can access CleanBC and BetterHomesBC rebates of up to $9,500 for high-efficiency upgrades. Additionally, federal tax credits may cover 30% of costs up to an annual limit of $600 for Energy Star 'Most Efficient' units.

Triple-pane windows typically carry a 20% to 35% price premium over double-pane. While Vancouver's climate is temperate, they are highly recommended for noise reduction near transit corridors and for meeting the 2024 BC Building Code U-factor requirements of ≤1.40 W/m²·K.

A permit is generally not required for 'like-for-like' replacements where the opening size remains the same. However, if you are enlarging an opening or making structural changes, a permit is required, with fees typically ranging from $100 to $350 depending on project value.

Due to high humidity and an average of 1,200mm of annual rainfall, Vancouver installations require superior moisture-resistant sealants and multi-bulb weatherstripping, which can add $50 to $100 per unit compared to drier inland regions.

📊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: 3 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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