Door and window repair and restoration: the overlooked solution that can save you thousands of dollars.
When a window starts to fog up, a mechanism seizes, or a draft creeps in through a door, most homeowners have the same instinct: call for a full replacement. It is often the best-known solution, but rarely the most economical one.
That is exactly what Basco came to explain during a segment aired on the TVA show À vos affaires. Charles, an expert at Basco, reveals a reality that many people still don't know: in most cases, your doors and windows can be repaired, restored, and brought back to like-new condition for a fraction of the cost of a full replacement.
Full replacement: often unnecessary and expensive
A window that fogs up between the panes isn't necessarily a window that needs to be replaced. Most of the time, it's only the sealed unit, the thermal glass, that has failed. Replacing just that component typically costs 3 to 5 times less than a new window, while restoring equivalent insulating performance.
The same logic applies to mechanisms: a handle that's hard to turn, a locking bar that sticks, a sash that no longer closes tightly? These problems can often be solved by replacing a single part or mechanism, without touching the frame or the glass.
Before budgeting for a full replacement, it's always worth having your doors and windows assessed by a specialized technician.
Restoration and repair services offered by Basco
Basco offers a complete range of à la carte services to extend the lifespan of your doors and windows:
Thermal glass replacement
When a sealed unit has been compromised due to condensation or loss of energy efficiency, Basco replaces only the defective thermal glass. The work performed by our technicians is backed by a 10-year warranty.
Defogging
Fog between the panes is a sign that the sealed unit has lost its integrity. Defogging is a quick and affordable solution to restore the clarity of your windows without resorting to replacement.
Parts, mechanisms and weatherstripping
Basco maintains an extensive inventory of parts for the vast majority of door and window brands and models on the market. Handles, locking bars, weatherstripping, slides: if the part exists, Basco has it.
Caulking
Over time, the seals around door and window frames deteriorate and allow air and moisture to enter. Professional caulking prevents infiltration and improves the energy efficiency of the building envelope.
VITRA9 Program
Basco's signature program. A turnkey solution for the complete reconditioning of windows, restoring their appearance and performance to like-new standards for much less than the cost of replacement.
Other available services
Basco also handles sunroom maintenance, door and glass panel inserts, screen fabrication and installation, glass partitions, glass railings, shower glass panels, and curtain walls.
A network serving more than 750 cities across Quebec and Canada
Whether you own a single-family home, a condominium, or a commercial building, the Basco partner network can serve you. With more than 750 cities covered across Quebec, Ottawa, and Calgary, a certified Basco technician is probably close to you.
Before replacing everything, see clearly with Basco
Every window repaired rather than replaced means real savings for the homeowner and one less window ending up in a landfill. Basco sees this as a dual mission: delivering the best value for money while contributing to a more responsible approach to renovation.
Not sure about the condition of your doors or windows? Request a free quote from the Basco partner in your area.