Flush casements V's convential UPVC frames - price comparison?

rubble2

We are looking to replace our windows, they are currently standard upvc frames installed I believe around 2008.
I would prefer to go for some flush frame casements on the new windows but I wondered if anyone could suggest what sort of price premium we could expect to pay over convential upvc frames please?

BoxerfanUK

rubble2 said:

We are looking to replace our windows, they are currently standard upvc frames installed I believe around 2008.
I would prefer to go for some flush frame casements on the new windows but I wondered if anyone could suggest what sort of price premium we could expect to pay over convential upvc frames please?

Hi,  I've just been through this process as we want 'flush'.  I had quotes for 14 windows + a set of 8 foot french doors with side panels + 3x Endurance composite doors.  One firm quoted an extra £300.00 for flush and the other two quoted same price for flush or standard.  On the other hand, a couple of firms that I spoke to but didn't invite to quote were talking about a 40% + premium for flush!!!

rubble2

BoxerfanUK said:

rubble2 said:

We are looking to replace our windows, they are currently standard upvc frames installed I believe around 2008.
I would prefer to go for some flush frame casements on the new windows but I wondered if anyone could suggest what sort of price premium we could expect to pay over convential upvc frames please?

Hi,  I've just been through this process as we want 'flush'.  I had quotes for 14 windows + a set of 8 foot french doors with side panels + 3x Endurance composite doors.  One firm quoted an extra £300.00 for flush and the other two quoted same price for flush or standard.  On the other hand, a couple of firms that I spoke to but didn't invite to quote were talking about a 40% + premium for flush!!!

Thanks, that is interesting but a bit confusing. Looks like the secret (as it always is) is to shop around.
Appreciate the feedback

Chickereeeee

I looked at replacing my windows about 4 years ago. Prices for the flush type were close to double the price of normal (stormproof) windows. Had quotes from suppliers who  did both types, and also 'specialists'. Maybe new to the market then?

I found the frames were the same thickness as the normal type, and refurbished/double glazed the wooden windows instead. Glad I didn't pay the extra!