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05/05/2026
Made in Ontario
Cut out services from Total Home Windows and Doors create new openings in your home for windows and doors, with prices ranging from $1,000 to $3,300 depending on wall material and project size. Our team handles the full job – from marking the right size and shape on brick, concrete, or stone, to framing the openings and finishing with a clean install. We serve homeowners across Toronto and the GTA with a fast turnaround, often same-day site assessments, and a free quote before any work starts.
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Cutting into a load-bearing wall is hard work that can hurt the structure of your house if done wrong. Our experts apply structural engineering knowledge to every project, using the right tools to handle brick, stone, wood, vinyl siding, stucco, and concrete sheets without damage to surrounding sections.
We work on a wide range of residential applications:
Each job starts with a site visit. Our team checks the wall type, measures the size, and prepares custom templates so the cut matches your chosen window or door order with no error.
Cost depends on wall material, opening size, and project complexity. Concrete and stone cost more than wood because they need diamond-tipped blades and longer cutting time. Below-ground work also adds cost due to excavation and waterproofing.
| Service Type | Average Price Range (CAD) |
|---|---|
| Above-Ground Window Cut Down | $1,000 – $1,500 |
| Below-Ground Window Cut Down | $1,800 – $2,200 |
| Above-Ground Window Cut Out | $2,000 – $2,500 |
| Below-Ground Window Cut Out | $2,500 – $3,200 |
| Enlarging Existing Openings | $1,000 – $1,500 |
| Door Cut Out | $2,900 – $3,300 |
Every wall type needs a different approach. Our team has experience working with all common Canadian residential building materials:
A staple of older Toronto homes. Removing one brick can shift the whole wall, so we use diamond blades and shore the opening with steel lintels before any casement window goes in.
Dense and very hard. Requires water-cooled saws to control heat and dust during the cutting process.
Variable density makes it tricky. We adjust blade speed and depth based on the rock type.
Easy to cut, but still needs proper headers to keep the load path safe.
Chips and cracks fast. Clean lines need a careful hand and the right scoring technique.
Simple to cut, but mounting hardware behind it must stay intact.
This range of materials means we can work on almost any house in the GTA, from century-old brick semis to modern concrete builds.
We follow a clear, repeatable process on every project to reduce risk and keep work on time:
Contact our team by phone or online form. We schedule a same-day or next-day site visit when possible.
Our designers and project leads check the wall, confirm load-bearing status, and discuss your ideas for shape and size. We bring sample templates so you can see the final look.
We pull the right City of Toronto or municipal permits before any cut.
The opening is marked, dust barriers go up, and we cover floors and furniture.
The crew makes the cut using tools matched to the material. We pay attention to keep operations clean and avoid mess inside the house.
New headers, studs, and a sealed frame go in. Then your new window or door is fitted, sealed against air and water, and finished inside and out.
Debris is hauled away, and the site is left tidy.
The full process for a single opening usually takes one to three days. Larger projects with multiple openings ship and install over a longer window, which we plan around your schedule.
We have been in business since 2007, manufacturing 17,000 windows a year from our 60,000 sq ft Vaughan facility. That means the same company that makes your window also cuts the opening for it — a versatile combination not many competitors offer.
A few things set us apart:
ENERGY STAR™ certified windows fit perfectly into every cutout we create
Total Seal Lock System on all our vinyl windows for added security
Lifetime warranty on manufactured products, with separate coverage on installation labour
HomeStars Best of the Best winner four times running
28,000 satisfied residential customers across Ontario
Skilled crews who specialize in structural openings, not just installs
Our installer, Vitaliy notes: “Most cut-out failures we get called to fix were done by general contractors with no experience working on load-bearing walls. We avoid that by training our crews on engineering basics first.”
Homeowners come to us with all kinds of projects. The most common reasons to enhance a home with a new opening:
More natural light in dark rooms or basements
Meeting egress code in bedrooms below grade
Replacing odd-sized old windows with standard ones to save on future maintenance
Adding a patio door where a window used to be
Creating a new entry for a basement rental suite
Modernizing the look of the house from the street
A bigger window or new door can also raise resale value, making the cost a smart long-term move for the life of the home.
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Our commitment to quality is unwavering. We utilize advanced technologies and superior materials to craft windows and doors that not only meet but exceed industry standards. This dedication ensures that our products offer exceptional performance and longevity, providing homeowners with peace of mind.
Most single window cutouts are finished in one day. Larger projects with multiple openings or below-grade egress work usually run two to four days, depending on wall material and weather.
Yes, most structural openings in the GTA need a building permit. We handle the paperwork and submit drawings on your behalf as part of the quoted price.
Yes. Brick is one of the most common materials we work with on Toronto homes. We use diamond blades and install steel lintels above the new opening to carry the load.
Yes. Every window we manufacture and install meets ENERGY STAR™ certification for the Ontario climate zone, with low-E glass and argon gas fill as standard.
Read our expert articles on choosing, installing, and maintaining the perfect windows for your home.
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We serve the Toronto area: Downtown Toronto, Leslieville, The Beaches, East York, North York, Midtown Toronto, York Mills, Yorkdale, Downsview, Rexdale, Parkdale, The Annex, Forest Hill, Roncesvalles, Dovercourt Village, Yonge-St.Clair, High Park, Baby Point, Mount Pleasant, Trinity-Bellwoods, Yonge-Eglinton, Kensington Market, Bloor-West Village, Cabbagetown, Regent Park, Distillery District, Fairbank, Little Italy, Port Union, Little Portugal, The Junction, Danforth, Entertainment District and Humbermede.
Proudly serving homeowners across the GTA and Southern Ontario.
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