uPVC windows price per sq ft in Kerala, and other questions

Yes, when they are properly made and fitted. Our frames have galvanised steel reinforcement inside, and opening sashes lock at several points along the frame rather than just one. Toughened or laminated glass adds strength, and safety grills can be fitted where you want extra security, such as ground floors and apartments. Correct fixing to the wall matters too, which is why our own team installs every window.

uPVC is difficult to ignite and tends to stop burning once the flame is removed, so it does not feed a fire the way timber can. That said, no window frame should be treated as a fire barrier, and uPVC softens at high temperatures. For specific fire-safety requirements in a building, follow your architect's or the local authority's guidance.

Good-quality uPVC profiles are made with UV stabilisers so they resist yellowing in strong sun, and steel reinforcement inside keeps the frame straight in the heat. Problems are more common with cheap, unreinforced profiles. Wood-grain and coloured laminates also protect the surface. A gentle wipe with mild soapy water keeps the finish clean; avoid harsh solvents, which can damage it.

Yes, within limits. Large openings are usually divided into combination frames or sliding panels, with steel reinforcement sized to the span. Curved tops are made as arched windows, shaped to the radius of your opening. Maximum sizes depend on the window type, the glass and the exposure of the wall, and are [to be confirmed] for each system. We advise on what works at the site visit.

There is no single per sq ft rate, because the price depends on the window type, its size, the glass, the finish, the hardware and the quantity. A large fixed window costs less per sq ft than a small tilt and turn window, and double glazing or wood-grain finishes add to the cost. We measure every opening on a free site visit and send an itemised quote.

Six things matter most. The type of window, since sliding, casement and tilt and turn use different hardware. The size of each opening. The glass, from toughened to double-glazed, laminated or acoustic. The finish, where wood-grain and coloured laminates cost more than white. The hardware and extras, such as mesh and grills. And the number of windows in your order.

The price of a uPVC sliding door depends mainly on its width and height, the number of panels and tracks, the glass, the finish and whether you add a mosquito mesh track. A two-panel balcony door and a wide patio door are very different in cost. Our team will measure the opening on a free site visit and send an itemised quote.

Yes, every quote is itemised. It lists each window and door separately with its size, type, glass, finish and any extras such as mesh or grills, so you can compare options and adjust the plan. Installation by our own team is shown clearly in the quote. If anything is not included, the quote says so, so there are no surprises later.

It depends on what you compare. Basic aluminium sliding windows can cost less than uPVC, while thermally broken aluminium systems usually cost more. When you add sealing, heat insulation and low upkeep over the years, uPVC often gives better value in Kerala's climate. The fairest comparison is an itemised quote for your actual openings, with the same glass and hardware.

Yes, each extra adds to the cost of the window. A mosquito mesh shutter on a sliding window needs a third track and its own frame, and a safety grill depends on its size, design and finish. Many Kerala homes choose both on ground floors and bedrooms. Your itemised quote shows each extra separately, so you can decide where you need them.

Installation time depends on the number of windows, their size and the site. A few windows take far less time on site than a whole villa or apartment, which may be fitted in stages. Before that, each frame is made to measure in our Aluva factory. We give you a realistic timeline with your quote and keep you updated as work progresses.

Yes. Replacing old wooden or aluminium windows with uPVC is a very common job. Our team measures each opening, removes the old frame carefully, then fixes, aligns and seals the new uPVC window into the existing wall. Some making good of plaster around the frame may be needed, and we explain this at the site visit.

Our team visits your site and measures every opening with a laser, checking the width, height, levels and squareness of the walls. We also note the direction each window faces, its exposure to rain and sun, and any access issues. These measurements go straight to our Aluva factory, so each frame is made to fit your actual opening, not a standard size.

Talk to us early, ideally while the plans are being finalised, so window sizes and types can be designed in. Final measurements are usually taken once the openings are built and plastered, so the frames fit the finished walls. Installation then fits in before the final coats of paint. We will advise on timing for your build.

We serve all 14 districts of Kerala from our factory in Aluva, Ernakulam, including Kochi, Thrissur, Kozhikode, Thiruvananthapuram, Kottayam, Palakkad and Kannur. We also make and install uPVC windows and doors in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, including Coimbatore, Chennai, Bengaluru and Mangaluru. If you are building elsewhere in South India, ask us.

Our factory and showroom are together in Aluva, Ernakulam, where you can see profiles, finishes, glass and hardware in person. For homes further away, we bring the showroom to you: our team carries samples to the site visit, and we share drawings and photos on WhatsApp. You are always welcome to visit Aluva by appointment.