Window Prices in Ghana
An aluminium sliding window runs about ₵600–2,000 depending on size; a complete louvre window ₵600–1,500. Prices are per unit and turn heavily on size and glass.
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| Material | Unit | Price | Confidence |
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| Aluminium sliding windowglazed, size varies | unit | ₵600–₵2,000 | triangulated |
| Louvre window (complete)glass blades + frame | unit | ₵600–₵1,500 | triangulated |
Aluminium vs louvre, and the pricing traps
Windows in Ghana come in two dominant styles. Aluminium sliding windows — a glazed sash in an aluminium frame — are the modern default: clean, low-maintenance and available in clear, tinted or frosted glass; they price roughly ₵600–2,000 a unit, driven almost entirely by size and glass thickness, which is why so many listings quote no dimensions. Louvre windows — horizontal glass blades in a frame, opened with a lever — are the traditional, well-ventilated choice and still common in bathrooms, kitchens and budget builds. Louvres are where buyers get caught out, because the same word covers three different purchases: a box of glass blades, a bare frame with no glass, and a complete window with both — so a ₵40 louvre and a ₵1,500 louvre are not comparable, and you should always confirm which you're being quoted. For costing, count the openings on your plan and price by size band rather than a single figure; a house has far more window area than first-timers estimate once you add the small ones. Glass thickness and frame gauge are the quality signals worth paying a little more for — thin frames rattle and flex — and on security, windows usually pair with burglar-proofing bars, a separate line. Fitting is extra, and out-of-square openings are the commonest site problem, so have the mason leave true openings for the window-maker to measure.
Estimate a full materials bill
Every material feeds a house-build estimate. Materials only — and the totals move with the cedi (see the rate).
| Material | Quantity | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Cement (50kg bags) | 495 | ₵50,490 |
| Iron rod (tons, mild) | 4 | ₵40,000 |
| Blocks (6-inch) | 3,600 | ₵32,400 |
| Sand (tipper trips) | 4 | ₵6,400 |
| Chippings (tipper trips) | 3 | ₵7,800 |
| Roofing sheets | 50 | ₵10,000 |
| Materials total (~150 sqm) | ₵147,090 |
Materials only — this is not a full build cost. It excludes land, labour, finishes, fittings, plumbing, electricals, doors, windows and professional fees, which together often match or exceed the shell. Quantities use Ghana rule-of-thumb ratios and are an estimate.
The cement and iron lines move with the cedi — a 5% move in the rate shifts the cement cost by roughly the same. See today's cedi rate before you lock a delivery schedule.
Common questions
How much is a window in Ghana?
An aluminium sliding window runs about ₵600–2,000 depending on size and glass; a complete louvre window ₵600–1,500. Size is the main driver, which is why many listings quote no dimensions.What's the difference between aluminium and louvre windows?
Aluminium sliding windows are the modern, low-maintenance default; louvre windows are the traditional, well-ventilated option common in bathrooms, kitchens and budget builds.Why do louvre window prices vary so much?
Because louvre is sold three ways — a box of glass blades, a bare frame, or a complete window with both. A ₵40 frame and a ₵1,500 complete window aren't the same purchase, so confirm which you're quoted.Do windows come with glass?
A complete window does; a bare frame or a blade box does not. Always check whether a quote is for the finished, glazed unit.What about burglar-proofing?
Security bars (burglar-proofing) are a separate line, typically fitted behind or around the window. Budget for them per opening on top of the window itself.
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