Replacement windows are new frames and sealed double- or triple-glazed units fitted into your existing openings after the old windows are taken out, improving warmth, security and noise reduction while meeting current building regulations.
If you are planning replacement windows anywhere in County Armagh, including Craigavon, Portadown and Armagh, we can visit, measure up and talk through the options. The planning and building regulations we work to are those for Northern Ireland, and we check them for your address before quoting. Prices remain guide figures for Northern Ireland, at £3,900–£7,700 including VAT, until the survey is done.
- Guide price
- £3,900–£7,700 inc VAT
- Time on site
- 1–2 days on site for a typical house
- Planning rules
- Northern Ireland
- Price level
- About 14% below the national guide
- Towns listed
- 3
- Survey
- Free, with a written quote
Replacement windows prices in County Armagh
What should you budget for replacement windows in County Armagh? Use the figures below as a starting point. Prices in Northern Ireland sit about 14% below the national guide, so the range here is £3,900–£7,700 including VAT. Your fixed price comes in writing once we've surveyed the property, at no charge.
| Type of job | What it usually involves | Guide in County Armagh |
|---|---|---|
| One to three windows | Replacing a few problem windows, such as a bay or a rotten kitchen window, in uPVC. | £600–£2,600 |
| Whole house in uPVC | Eight to ten standard uPVC casement windows on a typical 3-bed semi, fitted and finished. | £3,900–£6,400 |
| Whole house in aluminium or flush sash | Premium frames, colours or period styles across a typical 3-bed home. | £6,400–£12,000 |
What moves the price up or down:
- Number and size of windows, including bays and large picture windows
- Glazing type: double, triple, acoustic, obscure or toughened
- Window style, such as sash, flush sash or tilt-and-turn
- Upper-floor access, scaffolding and the condition of reveals and sills
What’s included?
- Made-to-measure frames in your chosen material, colour and style
- Double-glazed units as standard, with triple glazing as an option
- Careful removal and disposal of the old frames and glass
- Fixings, packers, foam and weather seals to suit your wall type
- New internal trims, external cills and neat sealant finishing
- Trickle vents, escape hinges and safety glass where regulations require
Housing across County Armagh
Armagh city has Georgian buildings, many in local limestone, around its historic centre. Portadown and Lurgan, linked by the Craigavon plan of the 1960s, have Victorian terraces, post-war estates and newer developments. The countryside is dotted with detached rural houses and bungalows, often finished in roughcast or render.
Rural bungalows and detached homes commonly take extensions, loft rooms, driveways and fencing. Terraces suit rear extensions and window replacement, and rendered houses often need re-rendering or painting.
A moderate inland climate with frequent rain and winter frost, and low ground near Lough Neagh can be wet.
Do you need permission in County Armagh?
Which rules apply depends on where you live. For County Armagh, the answer is Northern Ireland, and the points below reflect that; we verify them with the council before quoting.
In Northern Ireland, like-for-like replacement windows and doors on a house rarely need planning permission. Listed buildings and conservation areas are the main exceptions, so check with the council before changing style or material.
The Building Regulations (Northern Ireland) apply to replacement windows, so the work needs building control approval or sign-off through an approved competent person route.
Rules change and every property is different, so we check the planning history and constraints for your address before we quote.
From survey to handover
A visit to your home
We begin by looking at the job in person. During the free survey we discuss options, materials and budget for replacement windows, and photograph or measure anything the quote needs to reflect.
Your fixed price
We turn the survey notes into a written quote. The price is fixed for the specification we agree, and the document sets out materials, scope and payment stages in plain language.
Getting ready
With the quote agreed, we book the work in and handle preparation: permissions where needed, building control notifications, material orders and access arrangements for your County Armagh property.
On site to finish
On site, the agreed plan is followed and any change is put in writing first. At completion we do a final clean, go through the snagging list with you and leave you with the relevant documents.
What you can expect from us
Frequently asked questions
How much do replacement windows cost?
Replacement windows for a typical 3-bed semi cost £3,900–£7,700, depending on the number of windows, frame material and glazing. A single standard uPVC casement usually works out at roughly £500–£950 fitted, while aluminium, flush sash and sliding sash styles cost more. Bays, large panes and upstairs access add to the price. We measure every opening during the survey and give you a fixed price for the agreed specification.
What happens on the day the windows are fitted?
On fitting day we lay dust sheets, protect floors and furniture near each window, and then remove the old frame carefully to limit damage to plaster. The new frame is fixed, packed, sealed and glazed, and internal trims and external cills are finished. We take away the old windows and clean the glass before leaving. You only need to clear sills and take down curtains and blinds.
Who do I deal with during the job?
One point of contact manages your project from survey to handover. They schedule the trades working under our contract, keep you updated on progress, and are the person to call with any question. You don't need to coordinate builders, electricians or decorators separately, because that is part of what we do.
How much will replacement windows cost in County Armagh?
As a guide, expect to pay £3,900–£7,700 including VAT for replacement windows in County Armagh. That range is adjusted for Northern Ireland, which runs about 14% below the national guide. Where your project lands depends on size, materials, access and the condition of what is already there. We confirm a fixed price in writing after a free survey of your home.
Will new windows stop condensation?
New windows reduce condensation on the glass because the inner pane stays warmer, but they do not remove the moisture in the air that causes it. Modern frames are also more airtight, so ventilation matters more after replacement. We fit trickle vents where regulations require them, and we suggest using extractor fans and opening windows regularly. If walls are damp or mouldy, it is worth looking at ventilation and heating at the same time.
Towns in County Armagh
Below is our list of County Armagh towns for replacement windows. If yours isn't shown, we may still cover it, so it is worth asking us directly.