A tiny crack in your window might not seem like a big deal—until it grows, lets in a cold draft, or turns into a full-blown headache.

You’ve got two choices when this happens: ignore it and hope for the best, or call in a glazier before things get worse. If you ask us, we’d prefer the latter.

If we’re on the same page, we’ve got you covered. We chatted with Wellington locals and even called up for consultation to see which glaziers actually live up to the hype. Here are the ones that made our list.

1. Wellington Glass & Mirror

Wellington Glass & Mirror is a strong contender for complex or custom glass work, especially for older homes. They specialise in retrofitting windows without ruining the original look.

They work closely with architects, builders, and homeowners to make sure everything fits right—style, size, and budget.

A past customer with a 1940s bungalow said the team handled tricky window shapes and leadlights over multiple visits. New sashes were even crafted when needed.

They have a wide range of services, but retrofitting double glazing is where they really shine. 

They’re the only licensed provider of the retroGLAZE® system in Wellington. Instead of tearing out your whole frames, they replace the old glass with modern insulated units.

That’s great for preserving the character of heritage homes while boosting insulation.

They’re also backed by the Windows & Glass Association NZ (WGANZ), so they follow proper safety and industry standards.

That said, we heard from one customer who had a window fail just months after installation. Even though it was under warranty, they were still charged $450 to have it reinstalled. 

This is a great company to work with…

“This is our second time getting some retrofit double glazing done. What we love is the warm, friendly, calm approach to the quoting, removal and installation. We had great communication throughout, and we’re so pleased with the final result. The team doing the removal of the windows worked so diligently during the worst weather, all with efficiency and cheerfulness. This is a great company to work with – we’re already planning the next lot of work we want done.”

Dave Marshall, Google review

Would gladly recommend them to anyone

“The job was pleasantly completed well ahead of schedule! Chris, James and his team were professional and fantastic to deal with. Even offered me tips when painting the windows! Would gladly recommend them to anyone else who’s thinking of retro glazing their windows.”

Lemoe A., Google review

2. Kelly Glass & Mirror

We appreciate that Kelly Glass & Mirror offers emergency same-day glass replacement service. They care about keeping your home or shop safe, so if they can’t fix it right away, they’ll do a quick temporary fix to secure it until they can come back.

They’re great for families with kids or pets, and also for business owners who can’t afford to leave a broken window overnight.

They also install pet doors. They stock and fit doors for both single and double-glazed units. A customer said they were fast and precise when fitting a cat flap into a new double-glazed door.

On the commercial side, they’re just as capable. Whether it’s shopfronts made with toughened safety glass or glass walls and doors for offices, they seem to get both the practical and visual needs.

We also appreciated how flexible they are. They do more than just standard windows, but also custom kitchen splashbacks and mirrored wardrobes. Customers told us their attention to detail stands out. 

That said, a customer wasn’t happy about the pricing. They were charged full rates for a second guy who didn’t do much, and hit with extra travel charges. We’d suggest asking for a clear breakdown of costs before they show up.

I couldn’t have asked for a better response from them

“Gary and the team at Kelly Glass really helped resolve an issue I ran into with a recent shower install. I couldn’t have asked for a better response from them, and with Stu on the tools, the finish was fantastic. Highly recommend them and will absolutely use them again for any of my glass needs.”

Mark Janor, Google review

Very responsive, informative and quick turnaround

“Kelly Glass were great to deal with. Very responsive, informative and quick turnaround. Both the assessor and installer they sent to the house were friendly and professional—and very accommodating to the building work we had going on. Very impressed.”

Sam Coates, Google review

3. Priced Right Glass

Priced Right Glass takes care of everything from start to finish. They do the initial assessment, glass supply, installation, clean-up, and even aftercare. 

Based on our conversations with past customers, Cody, the owner, is always involved. He keeps you in the loop every time, which is great. Communication is one of their strong points. It’s always clear, fast, and transparent.

We noticed they’re very business-friendly. Instead of working on their own schedule, they plan around your hours to avoid disrupting your day.

They don’t just do outside windows either. They can work on indoor glass jobs like office fit-outs or custom dividers. 

They also do great in emergencies. One person had their ranch slider smashed two days before a wake. The insurance company wanted them to wait for a few days, but Cody had it all fixed the next morning. 

Another thing we liked is that they don’t overcharge. Several customers said their prices were actually lower than what insurance-backed companies quoted.

That said, we think they’re more likely to take on commercial clients. It’s not a bad thing, but if you’ve got a tiny residential job and it’s not urgent, you might not be at the front of the line.

Highly recommend Cody and the team!

“I needed an urgent window replacement to be done, and Cody was able to do it the following day, and on a Saturday too. He did a fantastic job for a good price. Highly recommend Cody and the Team!”

Francis Fernandez, Google review

I rang Priced Right Glass and within 2 days job was done

“Rang them on Saturday and had all work done on Monday! What a service 👏 I’d been waiting and waiting on other glaziers for 3 weeks, and nothing happened. I rang Priced Right Glass and within 2 days job was done. I will highly recommend Priced Right Glass to everyone. Great service. Great price. What an awesome team!”

Darryl A., Google review

4. Affordable Glass

Affordable Glass is flexible. They take on both small fixes and larger upgrades, which is handy if you’ve got a to-do list full of random window issues. 

They’re also one of the few teams that will replace just the double-glazed unit itself without touching the whole frame.

People seem to like how fast they respond. A few customers said they got replies within a day, faster than a lot of tradies we’ve looked into. One customer even got a custom dog door sorted with a price quote in 24 hours. 

We also liked how they cleaned up after themselves. We heard more than one mention of team members vacuuming, moving furniture back, and leaving the place tidy.

It’s a small thing, but it shows respect for the customer’s space.

But not everything we heard was okay. One person had a bad experience with a leaky window after a replacement. When they brought it up, the response from the team wasn’t helpful and felt dismissive.

It seems to be an isolated case. However, it’s still something to keep in mind if you’re considering them.

Their service has been exceptional

“We’ve used Affordable Glass twice now in two different houses, and the service has already been exceptional. Fast response times, quick turnaround for installation, and the quality is excellent, with prices that don’t break the bank. Highly recommend them!”

Steven McTainsh, Google review

The team was so great, highly recommend!

“Matt was great, thank you. The window looks amazing, and he even vacuumed the bit by the window, moved the chair back, and took away all the glass. Really appreciate fitting me in today. Highly recommend James and Matt.”

Kirsty Boardman, Google review

5. Glazing 360

Glazing 360 is run by James, a glazier with nearly 30 years of experience. He’s been involved in big builds like the Wellington Airport control tower, so we got really curious about how his team works.

Turns out, they handle everything— fixing broken panels, upgrading windows and doors, and installing glass showers and pool fencing.

From what we heard, they usually finish jobs on time and leave things tidy. What’s impressive is that one of their regular clients is an interior designer. He uses them for pretty much every one of his clients’ homes.

They’re also quick to respond, if they’re not busy. One customer said the team had someone onsite to measure a broken office panel within the hour. They even handled the required signage on the glass without anyone needing to ask. 

It’s a small detail, but we felt like they’re very reliable, especially for commercial jobs.

Their free site assessment and practical advice (not just quotes) are also a big win for us. It shows us they really want to make your space better.

The catch is they’re very busy recently. But if you want a solid result and don’t mind waiting a bit, booking them early is a smart move.

Highly impressed with their responsiveness, workmanship and professionalism

“Glazing 360 provides an outstanding service. We recently had some damage to a glass panel in one of our offices. Upon calling Glazing 360 to help replace, they had an operative there within the hour to measure and order a replacement and even took care of the manifestation signage on the glass in the correct format. Highly impressed with their responsiveness, workmanship and professionalism and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them for any glazing issues.”

Stephen Keggin, Google review

Quick, friendly and good value

“Glazing 360 did an amazing job installing a cat door for our catio. James and the team made it super easy to go through the process. Quick, friendly and good value. My cats absolutely love it! Highly recommend! A+++ Service.”

Jake Barker, Google review

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