Split-level homes, many different openings
Streets in Craig Henry, Manordale and Centrepointe are lined with split-levels and bungalows built mainly in the 1960s and 1970s. A split-level can have four or five floor heights in one house, so its windows range from shallow basement openings at ground level to large living-room units and narrow panes along the half-flight stairs.
Because every unit we sell is made to measure, those odd sizes are no problem. Our technician records each opening individually rather than rounding to a stock size, which means a tighter fit and less filler around the frame.
- Awning windows for lower-level and basement openings
- Casement windows for bedrooms and kitchens
- Picture windows for the main living area
- Specialty shapes for stairwells and gable ends
Often the second replacement, not the first
Many Nepean homes already had their original windows swapped out once, often decades ago. Those first-generation replacements, typically early vinyl or aluminum sliders with basic double glazing, are now the weak point. Their frames may be warped, their seals may have failed and their weatherstripping has usually flattened.
Today's ENERGY STAR® certified UPVC windows are a real step up, with Low-E coatings, argon gas, warm-edge spacers and multi-chamber frames. For rooms that face a busy street such as Merivale or Baseline, you may also want to look at triple glazing for the added quiet.
Brick, siding and the finishing work around the frame
Nepean's older houses often combine brick on the lower level with siding or wood above. That mix changes how each window is trimmed and sealed on the outside. Our crews remove the old unit, insulate the gap around the new frame and finish the exterior with capping and sealant that suit the wall material.
Inside, we aim to disturb as little as possible. Where interior trim can be saved, we reinstall it; where it cannot, we will talk you through the options before work starts so there are no surprises.
Side doors, front doors and the back slider
Split-levels in Nepean frequently have a side entry off the driveway or carport in addition to the front door, and both take a beating in winter. Our insulated steel and fiberglass doors are made to measure, so an older non-standard opening is not a problem.
If your family room opens onto the yard through an aging slider, a new patio door can be installed during the same visit as your windows. Ask about financing if you would like to tackle the whole house at once.
Areas We Serve Around Nepean
Centrepointe · Craig Henry · Manordale · Qualicum · Graham Park · Bells Corners · Arlington Woods · Leslie Park · Briargreen · Tanglewood
Nepean Windows & Doors — FAQ
Can you replace basement windows on a split-level?
Yes. Lower-level openings on split-levels are often shallow and partly below grade, so we usually recommend awning or hopper-style units that open without taking much height. Each one is built to the exact size we measure.
My windows were already replaced in the 1980s. Is another upgrade worth it?
In most cases, yes. Glazing technology and frame design have moved on considerably, and first-generation replacement units often have failed seals or worn hardware by now. A free assessment will show you which windows are the priority.
Will installation damage my brick or siding?
Our crews work from the existing opening and finish the exterior with capping and sealant suited to the wall. The goal is a clean perimeter that sheds water and looks tidy against brick or siding alike.
Do you use your own installers in Nepean?
Yes. The crew that installs your windows works for Unisson Groupe, the same company that built them in our Saint-Laurent factory. We do not hand the job over to a subcontractor.
