Repair & Restoration Services for Windows and Doors
If the charming old doors and windows of your property are rotten, draughty, or hard to operate, our repairs and restoration service is just the thing for you!
Our expert joiners can carry out repairs and restorations on any type of timber windows and doors, as well as mezzanines and balconies. Decades of experience have given us the knowledge to tackle diverse types of projects with outstanding success and make us the UK’s leading period joinery specialists.
If your charming old windows or doors look ready for the scrapyard, think again!
Rotten, draughty, unsightly windows or doors? Our restoration service is tailored for you.
London Joinery Services explains the process of repair
Sash Window Repair London
Original wooden sliding sash windows provide properties with unmatched period charm and character. But they often come with the downside of draughts, rattling, rot, rain ingress, and heat loss.
The good news is that the replacement of old sash windows is, in many cases, completely unnecessary. With the right knowledge and tools, most damage and decay can be repaired, giving your sash windows a new life with improved performance.
London Joinery Services deploys experienced joiners for sash window repair and refurbishment across London. Our service focuses firstly on window repair and secondly on upgrading their performance.
The Repair and Restoration Process
Our door and window repair services are of excellent quality and value, but we will only recommend them to you if we believe they represent a good long-term investment. If your timber door or windows are beyond repair, we will transparently recommend partial or full replacement as needed.
Also known as sliding sash or vertical sliders, traditional sash windows rely on a weighted system that allows the heavy sashes to lift and fall with ease. In order for the sashes to move in the box and operate smoothly, there is a 3mm gap between the sash and the frame which is often the cause of draughts, rattles, dust and rain ingress, and heat loss. Additionally, use over time and timber decay can also exacerbate these problems.
If our expert joiners believe that your sash windows can be repaired, they will do so by using the following process:
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Windows are carefully removed from the window frame.
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If necessary, the glass is removed so old putty can be scraped away.
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Any decaying timber in the units, frame, or sill is routed out to expose the ‘sound’ timber.
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Joints are cleaned and any rotten wood is routed out.
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Occasionally, new timber is spliced in or replaced where the existing timber is beyond repair.
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Cavities are filled with our unique epoxy resin, which is molded to match the existing profile of the timber.
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The sash and frame are sanded and primed.
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The windows are upgraded by fitting a Brush Parting Bead and a draught-proof Sealing System.
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Windows are finished and painted with Dulux Weathershield Exterior paint.
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Old sash cords or chain and pulleys are replaced, new hardware is fitted, and the sashes are correctly balanced to ensure smooth operation of the windows.
What are the Benefits of Sash Window Refurbishment?
Traditional timber sash windows are an essential feature of period buildings. Restoring them not only adds aesthetic appeal, but also adds value to your property.
Our team provides expert sash window refurbishment in London, to help overcome the downfall of old sash windows and maintain the charm and value that these bring to your property. Some of the benefits you’ll notice after refurbishment include:
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No more draughts
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No more rattling
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Reduced external noise levels
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Improved insulation and thermal efficiency
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Reduced dirt and dust ingress
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Smoothly operating, correctly hung windows
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Extended window life
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Enhanced aesthetic value
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Improved security
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Added value to your property
Get in touch today to learn more about our services and get a quote!
Our door and window repair services are excellent quality and value, but we will only recommend them to you if we believe they represent a good long-term investment. If your timber windows or doors are beyond repair we will always recommend partial or full replacement.
avoid of re-glazing existing windows
Many want to know if they can have new double-glazed units fitted into their existing timber sashes. The advice is to be careful — these windows were never designed to take two panes of glass, each thicker & heavier than the original.
The glazing bars in old sash windows are often not deep enough to take sealed double-glazed units, which ultimately leads to premature misting. we can do but we not recommended !!
Another option is to have new sashes made to fit your existing frames and to match the originals. London Joinery Services uses new slim glazing units and traditional methods of carpentry for an authentic look.
Costs of window sash replacement
Prices will vary based on the extent of the damage also It depends on how much work each window needs:
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For a recondition and new draught seals (this included stripping, priming and painting) = costs approximately £400-£600 per window inc Frame & Architrave.
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Double-glazed sash replacements only, to fit into existing frames = approximately £500 per sash
This is just an estimate though, and we do offer a free no-obligation survey and quotation so we can come and see the windows and talk you through our service and the best options available to you. Our quotation gives you a full price breakdown, window by window.
We work on any type of timber windows and doors, also we work on Mezzanine or balcony whatever manufacturing or repairs. Such diversification and decades of experience have made us the UK’s leading period joinery specialists.
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