Very rough estimate of price for Windows etc

tberry6686

I need to replace all the windows and front door in my house but have no idea where to start on the cost of getting it done.

Can anyone give me a very rough estimate of how much I can expect to pay for this ?

Windows
1 X 1.6m (w) 2.1m (h) (may be reduced in size if needed due to other works).
5 X 1.2X1.2m.
1 X 0.4 (W) x 0.9m (h) obscure glass.
2 X 1.2x1.2m Obscure glass
1 X 1.4m (w) x 2m (h)
1 X French doors 1.6m (w) x 2.1m (H) May be adjusted using filler panels)
1 X Front door and filler panel (total size) 1.3m (w) 2.1m (H Roughly)

Windows to be tilt and turn (or something similar) except for the 1.4 x 2m one which will be fixed. Apart from that I have no idea about specs (or anything else for that matter)

At the same time I intend to get the external cladding replaced with UPVC (coloured wood effect) which would be roughly 24m2 (allows the adjustment of a couple of the window sizes if needed)

And roughly 10m2 of decking to be installed as well to match the Cladding.

I am hoping to be able to get this done for <£10,000 but I suspect that I may be a bit hopeful there.

Anyone able to give a very rough estimate of the cost of all this. I am in NE Scotland

Thanks

David_Aston

I have been quoted £9500 for 10 windows, kitchen door, front door and patio door. Windows to be triple glazed. Haven't got into the details of tilt and turn where I want them as yet. Also hauspassiv windows if they can be fitted will no doubt add a lot to that total.
West London area.

27cool

Why do you say that you have no idea of how to start on the cost of getting it done?
Simple, you get several quotes from local companies. Giving them your lengthy specification that you have printed above.
You don't need a rough estimate from a forum. You need an accurate quote from prospective installers.
By getting estimates, you are in no way committing yourself to anything.

tberry6686

The reason for asking here is that I am going to be out of the country for the next month so will not be able to get any quotes for at least that long. All I am looking for is a rough ballpark figure so that when I do get quotes I can tell if they are sensible or a complete rip off. Nothing else really.

phil24_7

Get a few quotes from reputable local firms and compare them. /if they are broadly similar then they are probably accurate. You can always pop on here afterwards to double check.

Heedtheadvice

Seems a reasonable series of questions to me!

I'll try to help on the windows and doors bit.Assuming upvc Windows, wood quite a bit more, scaffolding not required I.e. straight forward job, design supply and fit in one or two jobs. Includes removal and disposal of old windows and design to suit actual sizes required rather than stock items.

Based purely on my experience of a local firm with lots of experience (not a national major) that have given excellent service over the years and manufacture their own frames. (Not London prices by the way!)
Including new window boards inside and upcv edging (others may prefer replastering etcetera and that will cost a bit more).
Glass is the major single component cost. So for a small percentage of obscure glass, double glazed, good energy rating (not the best just double glazed) I suggest a guide price of £250 per square metre. If you get down to 230 you will be doing really well. Type of window fixing (tilt and turn, side opening etc) makes a small difference overall as does window size. Within reasonable bounds, small windows are a bit more expensive than larger ones per unit area. Yours generally in the small to medium bracket with one large so may well be typical.

Doors on the other hand are quite a bit more expensive size for size. At a guess increase by 50% for simple doors and more for composite or fancy ones.

Since the drop in value of the pound prices may have risen so take that into account. It would be good if somebody could add comments especially on those potential cost increases?

Hope that is of some help. Very ball park and as rough as I could make it!