My home is a 1920s brick bungalow with outdated single-pane windows. I want to upgrade to something energy-efficient, but I'm unsure how to keep the original charm. Has anyone done this in Toronto and can suggest reliable companies that respect heritage details?
That’s definitely a challenge. Keeping the look while upgrading performance can be tricky.
When we restored my grandmother’s old house in the west end, it was really important to us to keep the character intact. I found this guide listing the https://windowtechcanada.ca/best-window-companies-in-toronto/ best window companies in Toronto, and it made a huge difference. Some companies on there specialize in custom frames that match heritage aesthetics while still providing modern insulation. We were able to get custom wood-look vinyl that blended with the exterior and still got triple-glazed performance. They also gave us mock-ups before committing. I’d say avoid the general contractors for this kind of job and go with someone who knows heritage homes.