Where’s the job?

Scope of Works

• Inspect window frame and check whether the job is glass only or a sealed unit replacement

• measure and record glass/specification and any safety glass requirement

• remove broken glass, beads or sealed unit and prepare the frame for a new pane or unit

• supply and fit new glass or double-glazed sealed unit, including toughened or laminated where required

• reseal or refit beads, make good internal/external seals and test opening/locking if applicable

• clear site, remove glass waste and leave a safe area; report any frame repairs needed as extra work

Typical Cost

Time on Site

Typically 30 mins–2 hours for a single ground-floor window; sealed unit replacements, upper-floor work or jobs needing scaffold take 2–5 hours or may involve multiple visits

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

• will you replace just the glass or the whole sealed unit

• what type of glass will you use and is it safety glass where required

• how long is the lead time for any made-to-measure sealed units

• will you need scaffolding or MEWP and how is that charged

• do you guarantee the work and the glass and for how long

• how will you protect flooring and handle broken glass to keep the property safe

How to Avoid Surprises

• give clear access and move curtains, blinds or furniture away from the window

• reserve a parking space near the property for the tradie and any materials drop-off

• tell the tradie about restricted access, communal areas or any permit requirements

• keep pets away and clear the work area to reduce contamination and risk from broken glass

• advise if windows are listed or have lead paint so the tradie can plan safe handling and permits