Melbourne has a large stock of older housing, from Victorian and Edwardian homes in the inner suburbs to interwar bungalows and the post-war brick veneers of the middle ring. Many of these homes still have their original windows. After decades of Melbourne winters, timber sashes rot and stick, steel frames rust and early aluminium sliders lose their seals. Our team provides old window replacement in Melbourne to restore comfort, security and function.
We fit heritage-style, timber and modern aluminium windows with improved glass, matched to the era of your home.
In short: Hustle Installations is a Bayswater North team handling old window replacement across Melbourne. Pricing depends on window size, style, frame material and the condition of the opening. We aim to respond to enquiries within one business day and offer a free inspection and quote.
Melbourne owners of older homes face a common dilemma. They love the character of their original windows, but they are tired of rattling sashes, cold draughts and condensation that drips onto timber sills every winter morning. Many also worry about security, since old latches and loose sashes are easy to force.
We help you find the right balance. We assess each window, tell you honestly which ones can be restored and which need replacing, and then recommend styles that respect the home’s era, from double-hung heritage-style sashes for Victorian terraces to slimline aluminium for mid-century homes. Read more on our old window replacement page, or see our main window replacement page for all options.
Old windows in Melbourne fail for reasons tied closely to local conditions and building eras.
Long, damp winters. Persistent winter moisture soaks into timber sills and the bottom rails of sashes, and once paint fails, rot follows. This is common in older homes across Hawthorn, Malvern and Camberwell.
Original aluminium reaching end of life. Many 1960s to 1980s brick veneers in suburbs such as Glen Waverley and Mount Waverley still have their first aluminium windows, with worn rollers, perished seals and basic locks.
Salt air near the bay. In Middle Park, Elwood and other bayside suburbs, salt air speeds up corrosion of old steel frames and fittings.
Heritage overlays. Much of inner Melbourne is covered by heritage overlays, so street-facing replacements may need council approval.
We tailor replacements to the age, style and condition of your Melbourne home.
As a general guide, replacing an old window with a standard aluminium window in Melbourne costs around $700–$1,800. Double-glazed replacements are typically around $1,200–$3,000, and timber or heritage-style windows, often chosen for period homes, sit around $1,500–$4,000+. Your exact price is confirmed after a free inspection. Price drivers include:
Curious what your home would cost? Book a free inspection and we will provide an itemised quote for your Melbourne property.
Older Melbourne homes need a gentle approach. Frames may be set into render or fixed with old nails, and paint on very old timber can contain lead, so we remove windows slowly, contain debris and protect walls and floors. We check the forecast before each job, repair any rot we find in the opening and fit each new window square, level and properly sealed the same day.
Our process follows four steps:
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We are based on Bayfield Road East in Bayswater North (VIC 3153), in the City of Maroondah in Melbourne’s outer east. Our crew replaces old windows across metropolitan Melbourne, from Victorian homes in Hawthorn and Malvern and period terraces in Middle Park to Edwardian and interwar houses in Caulfield and post-war brick veneers in the eastern suburbs. Travel is around 25 minutes to Doncaster and Glen Waverley, about 45 minutes to the inner south-east and about an hour to bayside suburbs, depending on traffic.
For local details, see our window replacement pages for Hawthorn, Malvern, Middle Park and Caulfield. Outside the metro area? Contact us to check availability.
Owners of older Melbourne homes often tell us they have been told every window must go, or that the only option is a generic modern slider that looks out of place on a period facade. Others have had trades crack render or damage original architraves while removing old frames.
We take a more careful path. We explain which windows are worth restoring, recommend replacements that suit the era of your home and remove old frames with care for original fabric. For homes under heritage overlays, we can provide product details to support council applications. The result is a home that keeps its character while finally staying warm and secure.
What sets us apart:
We tell you honestly which old windows can be saved and which should be replaced.
We know Melbourne's Victorian, Edwardian, interwar and post-war windows and how they fail.
Heritage-style and slimline options help new windows suit the age of your home.
Every window, style and repair is listed so you know what you are paying for.
Rotten sills and damaged reveals are addressed so new windows sit on a sound base.
Old frames, glass and debris are removed and your home is left tidy.
Tell us what you need, where the project is located, and what outcome you want. We ask the right questions, review the scope, and provide a clear quote with no obligation.
We inspect access, openings, levels, existing frames, surrounding finishes, and any site-specific requirements. Accurate measurement helps prevent delays, gaps, and unnecessary rework.
We confirm the installation approach, materials, scheduling, and finish expectations. For Melbourne projects, we can also discuss thermal performance, double glazing, weather sealing, and BAL rating considerations where required or relevant.
Our team installs with care, precision, and safety. We focus on alignment, fixing, glazing, sealing, operation, and clean presentation.
Before we leave, we check the installation, clean the work area, and walk through the finished result. You get a tidy site and a result built to perform.
Yes. We provide old window replacement across metropolitan Melbourne from our Bayswater North base. Our Melbourne old window replacement work covers Victorian and Edwardian homes, interwar bungalows and post-war brick veneers, with heritage-style, timber and modern aluminium options matched to each home.
As a general guide, replacing an old window with standard aluminium costs around $700–$1,800, double-glazed replacements around $1,200–$3,000, and timber or heritage-style windows around $1,500–$4,000+. Opening repairs and heritage detailing affect the final price, which we confirm after a free inspection.
Usually, but changes to street-facing windows in Melbourne's heritage overlay areas may need council approval. Rear windows are often more flexible. Heritage-style windows that match original proportions and glazing bars are generally the best approach, and we can supply product details for your application.
If the timber is sound and only cords, putty or paint need attention, restoration may suit. If sills and sashes have rotted through, which is common after many damp Melbourne winters, replacement usually gives a better long-term result. We inspect each window and give honest advice.
Often, yes. Original aluminium windows in many Melbourne brick veneers have worn rollers, perished seals and basic locks. Replacing them with modern frames and double glazing improves comfort, security and noise control, and they are generally straightforward to replace.
New windows are made to measure, which usually takes a few weeks. On installation day, most windows are removed and replaced the same day. Openings with rot or damage may take a little longer, and we confirm the timeline in your quote.
Yes. For homes near Port Phillip Bay, we recommend frames, finishes and hardware suited to salt air and explain care steps such as regular rinsing. This helps new windows last much longer than the rusted steel or pitted aluminium they replace.
Paint on very old timber windows can contain lead, which is relevant to many older Melbourne homes. We avoid sanding painted surfaces, remove frames carefully and contain debris. Let us know if you have concerns so we can plan the removal accordingly.
Yes. Old frames, glass, nails and debris are removed from your property. We protect floors and furniture during the work and clean the new glass and surrounding areas, leaving each room ready to use.
Call us on 0499 090 079 or send photos and details through our contact form. We will book a free inspection at your Melbourne home, discuss restore or replace options and provide an itemised quote. We aim to respond to enquiries within one business day.
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For windows, doors, glass, glazing, caulking, skylights, pergolas, sun shades, and automatic doors, talk to Hustle Installations today. With us, you can be assured of precise work with clean finishes and reliable communication. We provide clear quotes, practical advice, and workmanship built to last for Melbourne homes, businesses, and construction projects.
