What's wrong with Australian windows?

“We’re dumping energy to maintain comfort.”That’s how Andre Griffs from BINQ sums up what’s happening in far too many Australian homes. We crank the heater, blast the air con, and wonder why the house still feels off. Often, the culprit is simple. The windows are not performing.We sat down with Andre to unpack what’s going wrong with Australian windows, why it matters more than most people realise, and what BINQ is doing differently to lift the standard.Windows aren’t a finishing touch. They’re a performance decision.And if Australia wants healthier, more comfortable, more energy-efficient homes, we can’t keep treating windows like a commodity. Conversations like this, with people like Andre pushing the industry forward, are how standards lift.If you’re building or renovating and you’ve never thought deeply about your windows, we hope this episode helps you to think differently and do more research in the future.👇 CHAPTER MARKERS 👇00:00 Introduction01:06 Sponsorship Shoutout01:33 Guest Introduction: Andre's Story02:37 Andre's Early Career and Education09:55 The Birth of BINQ Windows14:32 Challenges and Innovations in the Window Industry28:07 The Cost of Thermal Bridge-Free Design29:28 UPVC vs. Aluminum: Sustainability and Performance30:19 Recycling and Environmental Impact of PVC32:23 Challenges and Benefits of High-Performance Windows37:44 Key Factors in Choosing Windows44:27 Market Trends and Innovations in Windows50:32 The Importance of Trades and ApprenticeshipsLINKS:Website:https://www.binq.com.au/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/binq_windows/Connect with us on Instagram: @themindfulbuilderpodConnect with Hamish:Instagram: @sanctumhomesWebsite: www.yoursanctum.com.au/Connect with Matt: Instagram: @carlandconstructionsWebsite: www.carlandconstructions.com/