Our Services
Sash Cord Repairs
Sash Cord broken or missing? Will your window only stay up by using a stick to prop it open? Does it require a huge effort to slide your windows up or down? Or have you just given up using the window?
The ropes connect to counter-balance weights inside the window frame and need to be correctly calibrated. We will take the window out, fix it all up and get it moving perfectly again. We can visit free of charge to give a full assessment of what remedial work is required.
Sash Window Fasteners
If your sash window is rattling in the wind and / or draughty it maybe because the top half and bottom half of the window are not closing tightly against each other. Does your window either have no fastener to close your window or is it old and rusty? Maybe it’s there but doesn’t close the window. Over time with windows of this age often the top half and bottom half of the window become misaligned and the fastener can no longer close. We can fit new polished brass fasteners to not only allow the window to be locked but to look beautiful too!
Security Locks for Windows or Doors
It’s an easy thing to overlook but can be costly. If your windows are at ground level or easy to reach from the outside you can have peace of mind by having easy-to-operate push locks fitted to your windows. Often they can be installed with a closed position as well as open but locked positions. This allows for ventilation whilst keeping the window securely locked. If requiring multiple locks we will ensure they all operate from one key.
Sash Balance Repairs
Sash balances are the more modern alternative to sash cords. They are tube-like devices which run inside the edge of the window (see photo) and provide the required tension to allow the window sash to move easily up and down. When these malfunction they need to be replaced. We will visit to assess and ensure that the correct new balances are ordered and installed so that you can get your windows sliding up and down smoothly again.
Window Fittings & Hardware
We can replace or install window
- locks
- handles
- catches
- sash fasteners
- sash lifts
Security Stays
For timber, aluminium or uPVC windows. The existing hinge or stay fittings of the window may allow the window to open fully. Good for lots of fresh air but not good security. Security Stays have the handy feature (when properly installed) that they can be set to operate in two ways. They can be set to allow the window to be opened just enough for letting air in but not enough to let any intruder gain access. They can also be disengaged but only by you from the inside. This lets you open the window as much as you like but when you go out the stay can be set to security mode again. It’s a simple click on or click off operation. These must be installed correctly - we have seen many which are incorrectly installed and so don’t allow the two modes of operation.
Handles
If you can feel a draught coming in through a closed window then it is most likely that the handles are not closing the window tightly enough. They tend to work loose after a few years use.