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Aluminium Retrofit Double Glazing 

Upgrade Your Existing Aluminium Windows for a Warmer, Quieter, More Comfortable Home

If your home has older single-glazed aluminium windows, retrofitting them with modern double glazing is one of the most effective ways to improve comfort — without replacing your entire window frames. Aluminium retrofit double glazing allows you to keep your existing joinery while upgrading only the glass system, giving you better insulation, less noise, reduced condensation, and improved year-round comfort.

 

We upgrade aluminium windows across Tauranga and the wider Bay of Plenty.

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Why Choose Aluminium Retrofit?

Retrofitting your aluminium windows is the perfect solution when your existing frames are still in good condition. It offers excellent performance improvements at a lower cost than full replacement joinery.

Benefits of aluminium retrofit include:

  • A warmer home in winter

  • Less overheating and glare in summer

  • Reduced outside noise

  • Lower energy use

  • Minimal disruption during install

  • Most affordable upgrade option for aluminium homes

  • No structural work required

  • Clean, modern look retained

 

Most 1980s–2020s homes are ideal candidates for aluminium retrofit double glazing.

How Aluminium Retrofit Works

Our team carefully removes the existing single glazing, prepares your frames, and installs a high-performance insulated glass unit (IGU) designed specifically for aluminium joinery.

During your free measure & quote, we assess:

  • The condition of your aluminium frames

  • Suitability for retrofit

  • Your home’s sun exposure

  • Noise concerns

  • Safety glass requirements

  • Which SuperTherm™ glass option best fits your home

 

Every job is completed with precise sealing, new gaskets where required, and detailed workmanship to ensure long-lasting performance.

Elite Double Glazing working on an aluminium retrofit job

More Affordable Than Full Replacement Joinery

One of the biggest advantages of aluminium retrofit is cost.

 

Because we reuse your existing joinery, you avoid:

  • New aluminium frame costs

  • Rebuilding openings

  • External cladding work

  • Interior finishing

  • High-labour installation

 

This makes aluminium retrofit the most budget-friendly double glazing solution for modern homes.

If your frames are damaged, corroded, or you want a brand-new look, we also provide full replacement aluminium windows and doors.

Elite Double Glazing working on an aluminium retrofit job

Aluminium Retrofit vs Full Replacement: What’s Right for Your Home?

Aluminium retrofit is ideal when your existing frames are in good condition and you want a cost-effective upgrade that improves the comfort of your home. Retrofit keeps the joinery, reduces waste, avoids major construction work, and delivers excellent insulation and noise reduction.

Full replacement is recommended when:

  • Your existing frames are damaged or corroded

  • Windows no longer open, close, or lock properly

  • You want a new window style or configuration

  • You’re renovating and updating the home’s look

  • You want new colours or upgraded thermal performance

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If you’re unsure, our team can assess your frames during a free measure and quote. We’ll talk you through both options so you can choose the solution that suits your home, budget, and long-term plans.

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Case Study

Nestled in the hills of Whakamarama, this family home enjoyed stunning rural views but struggled with year-round comfort. Cold winters, overheated summers, and older single-glazed joinery meant the home wasn’t performing as well as it could.

Ready to Upgrade Your Aluminium Windows?

Aluminium retrofit double glazing is one of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to improve your home’s comfort and energy efficiency. Get a free in-home measure and quote from your trusted local double glazing team.

Get a free, no-obligation quote today.

All that's left for you to do is enjoy the enhanced comfort of your new aluminium retrofit double glazing.

Elite Double Glazing and the owner Sean Collins
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