uPVC Windows Torquay: Coastal Double Glazing
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Torquay's beachside lifestyle demands specialist coastal window solutions.
Why Torquay Needs Coastal uPVC
Torquay Challenges:
- Surf Coast, salt air, strong winds
- Salt air corrosion
- Sand and UV exposure
- Temperature extremes
- Strong winds
Why uPVC Perfect:
- ✓ Won't corrode (salt resistant)
- ✓ Marine-grade hardware
- ✓ Zero maintenance
- ✓ 30+ year coastal lifespan
- ✓ Superior energy efficiency
vs Aluminium Coastal:
- ✗ Aluminium corrodes 5-8 years
- ✗ Requires constant maintenance
- ✗ Poor insulation
Energy Savings Torquay
Typical Torquay Home:
Before: $2,400-$3,000/year
After: $1,200-$1,500/year
Savings: $1,200-$1,500/year
Investment: $32,000-$48,000
Payback: 7-9 years
Property value: +$50,000-$100,000
Climate Performance
Summer:
- Coastal heat 30-40°C
- Low-E glass reflects heat
- Interior 7-8°C cooler
- Cooling: -50%
Winter:
- Cold sea breezes
- Strong winds
- Blocks drafts completely
- Heating: -50%
Torquay Home Styles
Beachside Modern:
- Large windows (ocean views)
- Sliding/stacking doors
- Investment: $40,000-$65,000
Coastal Cottage:
- Traditional aesthetic
- Period-appropriate uPVC
- Investment: $28,000-$42,000
Heritage (if applicable):
- Victorian/Edwardian
- Council-approved designs
- Investment: $35,000-$55,000
Popular Features
Windows:
- Large fixed (maximize views)
- Tilt & turn (easy cleaning)
- Casement (traditional)
Doors:
- Lift & slide (deck access)
- French doors (coastal charm)
- Stacking (entertaining)
Frame Colours Torquay
1.White (50%) - Classic coastal
2.Anthracite Grey (30%) - Modern beach
3.Black (15%) - Contemporary
4.Custom (5%) - Architectural
Coastal Maintenance
- Quarterly: Wipe salt residue
- Half-yearly: Full clean, lubricate
- Annual: Professional check
Cost: $50-150/year
vs Aluminium:
- Aluminium: Repaint $4K-$7K every 5 years
- uPVC: $0
- Save $16K-$28K over 20 years
Pricing Torquay 2026
3-bedroom: $28,000-$40,000
4-bedroom: $35,000-$50,000
5-bedroom luxury: $50,000-$75,000
Add for waterfront:
- Marine-grade: +$3,000-$5,000
- Premium acoustic: +$2,000-$4,000
Why Torquay Chooses Us
- ✓ Coastal specialists
- ✓ Marine-grade expertise
- ✓ Salt-air experience
- ✓ Local knowledge
- ✓ 10+ years coastal installations
Case Study
Torquay Beachfront:
- Old aluminium corroded
- Solution: uPVC marine-grade
- Result: Zero corrosion, bills halved
- Cost: $42,000
Owner: "Perfect for coastal. Should have done uPVC from the start."
Get Your Torquay Quote
Specialist coastal windows for Torquay properties.
Contact us:
Email: info@finessewindows.com.au
Mention "Torquay" for coastal consultation!