Do I need a permit to replace windows in Ontario?

Not usually for same-size replacements. You usually need one to enlarge an opening or create a new one. We confirm with your municipality.

Can a window be turned into a patio door?

Yes. The wall below the window is removed and, if the opening gets wider, a new lintel is installed. It is a common change at the back of the house.

Do you do window and door replacement projects in Scarborough?

Yes. We work throughout Scarborough, including Agincourt, Guildwood, Birch Cliff, Cliffside, West Hill and Highland Creek. Call +1 (647) 718-3913 to arrange a visit.

Who issues the permit for this work in Scarborough?

Where a permit is needed, it is issued by the City of Toronto (Toronto Building, Scarborough district). We prepare the drawings and handle the application and inspections.

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Window and Door Replacement in Scarborough

New windows and doors change both how a house looks and how warm it stays. We replace existing units and, where the design calls for it, cut larger openings for more light. In Scarborough, most houses are 1950s to 1970s bungalows, back-splits and two-storeys on generous lots.

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Double-height living room with full-height windows on two sides — From our Damavand project

Scope

What is included.

Replacement windows and patio doors
Enlarging openings and adding new ones
Front entry doors and sidelights
Structural lintels over wider openings
Air sealing, flashing and insulation around frames
Interior trim and exterior finishing

Cost

What it costs.

By quote

The cost of window and door replacement depends on the size and condition of the house and the finishes chosen, so we price it after a site visit. Call +1 (647) 718-3913 for a quote.

Local knowledge

Window and Door Replacement in Scarborough.

Homes like these
Post-war brick and siding are usually sound, while original windows, doors and porches are due for replacement.
Housing
In Scarborough, most houses are 1950s to 1970s bungalows, back-splits and two-storeys on generous lots.
Permits
Building permits in Scarborough are issued by the City of Toronto (Toronto Building, Scarborough district). We prepare the drawings, submit the application and book the inspections.
Areas we cover
We work throughout Scarborough, including Agincourt, Guildwood, Birch Cliff, Cliffside, West Hill and Highland Creek.
Basement potential
Scarborough bungalows often have full-footprint basements with side entrances, which makes them good candidates for a legal second suite.
Part of Toronto
Scarborough follows Toronto's zoning and permit process, including the rules for garden suites and additional units.

Before you start

What to know.

Permits
Replacing a window or door with one of the same size usually needs no building permit. Making an opening larger or adding a new one is a structural change and usually does.
Installation matters
Most drafts and leaks come from how a window is installed, not from the unit. Flashing, air sealing and insulation around the frame are what we pay attention to.
Windows near the lot line
Building Code limits the amount of glass on walls close to a neighbouring property, which can restrict new side windows.

How we work

One team for every stage.

AssessWe survey the house as it stands.
Design and permitsDrawings and approvals before work starts.
Strip-outWhat is worn out comes off.
RebuildStructure, wiring, plumbing and walls.
FinishesCabinetry, tile, floors and paint.
HandoverWalkthrough and documents.

Questions

Window and Door Replacement in Scarborough: the short answers.

How much does window and door replacement cost in Scarborough?: The cost of window and door replacement depends on the size and condition of the house and the finishes chosen, so we price it after a site visit. Call +1 (647) 718-3913 for a quote.
Do I need a permit to replace windows in Ontario?: Not usually for same-size replacements. You usually need one to enlarge an opening or create a new one. We confirm with your municipality.
Can a window be turned into a patio door?: Yes. The wall below the window is removed and, if the opening gets wider, a new lintel is installed. It is a common change at the back of the house.
Do you do window and door replacement projects in Scarborough?: Yes. We work throughout Scarborough, including Agincourt, Guildwood, Birch Cliff, Cliffside, West Hill and Highland Creek. Call +1 (647) 718-3913 to arrange a visit.
Who issues the permit for this work in Scarborough?: Where a permit is needed, it is issued by the City of Toronto (Toronto Building, Scarborough district). We prepare the drawings and handle the application and inspections.