Wooden sash and case windows bring any home with lasting charm. Yet as the years pass, these elegant windows inevitably need a little additional care and attention.
Over time, sash cords snap, draught seals deteriorate, and bottom rails begin to rot through prolonged neglect. The window then shakes, sticks, and ultimately fails to close properly.
Woodfellas are seasoned specialists in timber sash and case windows, working with Scottish homes throughout Georgetown from our workshop for over two decades.
When restoration and repairs are not enough, we create fully custom-made replacements, fashioning a new piece from the very essence of what once was.
Call us on 07920 057592 or reach us via our contact page to arrange a free visit and written quote.
What is a timber sash and case window
The heading shows the function.
The sash refers to the moveable panel of glass, whilst the case is the hollow box frame that is built within the wall around the window opening.
Housed within each case are two weights, one dedicated to the upper sash and one to the lower, both suspended from sash cords that pass over pulley wheels positioned at the top of the frame.
The lower sash rises as the weights fall gracefully on the opposite side, and once released, they hold the sash perfectly in place.
Sash and case windows move vertically, whereas casement windows swing outward on hinges.
Both sashes operate independently of one another, allowing you to slip open the window from the top, the bottom, or indeed both simultaneously. This provides your home with superb ventilation control, entirely without a panel swinging inward into the room or outward towards the street.
When the system is functioning correctly, you barely think about it at all.
When the cords snap, as they commonly do after years of everyday use, the sash drops and remains in the position or becomes increasingly hard to operate.
That’s precisely where Woodfellas step up!
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Not every traditional sash window calls for an identical solution.
Our Georgetown sash window team meticulously examines your window requirements to determine whether repairs or refurbishment is the right solution for you.
Window draught-proofing
A complete window overhaul is the smart choice when the existing frame is structurally solid yet just not performing as expected!
Our talented tradesmen can upgrade your glazing and install draught-proofing across using traditional joinery methods perfectly suited to traditional windows!
A restored sash and case window in your Georgetown home ought to seem as though it was always exactly as it should be.
Every fit we perform is driven by the goal of effortless functioning, silent installation and a inviting warmth within the area.
Sash cord and weight replacement
Sash cord replacement remains our most frequently undertaken repair within our service offering.
When the cords break, the weights remain resting uselessly inside the casing with nothing to connect them to the sash.
We reach the pocket piece, take out the existing weights, install fresh sash cords, and position the pulleys accurately.
Our team will consistently check the overall condition of the window during the visit, making sure that no detail is ever overlooked.
Timber repairs
The bottom rails and sills take the full force of Georgetown’s severe weather conditions.
Where rot is confined to part of the rail, we remove the damaged timber and insert new sections using matched traditional timber. The repair integrates seamlessly with the surrounding wood, leaving the rest of the original window fully intact.
We are strongly of the opinion that a window which remains fundamentally intact should not be sacrificed simply because one section of it has developed fault.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window has reached the point where repair is no longer a economical option, we make brand new sash windows to your precise requirements within our workshop and put in them at your property.
Every replacement window is carefully crafted and made to measure in hardwood or treated pine. We make every effort to recreate the profile, proportions, and glazing bar pattern of the original window.
As timber window manufacturers firmly rooted in Georgetown, we manufacture and install new sash and case windows throughout the region, honouring traditional techniques and sourcing only the finest quality materials.
Our range of sash and case windows covers everything from a single replacement sash through to a complete suite of new windows for a listed building.
Double glazing and enhanced security hardware are supplied as standard features.
Double glazed sash windows in Georgetown
Elevate your home and everyday living experience with eye-catching double glazed sash and case windows!
Our sealed units are slim-profile sealed units that fit within the original glazing rebate without changing the sash profile or glazing bar pattern.
From the outside, the timber window appears identical to the original.
Here is why so many homeowners across Georgetown are choosing to upgrade their traditional sash and case windows with double glazing.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service provides a substantial improvement to energy efficiency.
This means lower energy bills as your heating system operates less to maintain a pleasant temperature in your home.
Noise reduction
Sound reduction is another benefit that homeowners often notice almost immediately.
If your property is located on a bustling road or close to a major junction, double glazed sash windows reduce noise transmission significantly!
Sash and case windows in Scotland’s conservation areas and listed buildings
Scotland’s stunning architecture carries an remarkable depth of historical heritage within it.
Conservation areas are established to preserve that distinctive character, and sash and case windows form a vital part of it. Safeguard the character of your home with professional timber window restoration carried out by Woodfellas.
If your home falls within one of these designated areas, or if it holds listed building status, the regulations surrounding window replacement are specific and must be clearly understood before you set up any work.
For over twenty years, we have been working on properties located in conservation areas.
Having developed a detailed understanding of council expectations, we are ideally placed to take you through the consent process and undertake window restoration or replacement work that meets all requirements efficiently and without avoidable delays.
Reach out now for a free site visit and written quotation from a team whose expertise in listed buildings and conservation area projects is only matched by their profound knowledge of the windows themselves.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Georgetown
Sash failing to remain in the raised position
Repairing broken sash cords is the repair our professional team carries out most often on sash and case windows, and where the window itself remains in good condition, it is a wonderfully easy task for our skilled craftspeople.
Draughts and rattling
The weatherstripping seal between the sash and the frame has worn away or was not installed at all in the first instance. A sash and case window afflicted by draughts will also tend to rattle when exposed to gusts, owing to the same gap.
Including draught-proofing within a planned service appointment addresses all concerns comprehensively and simultaneously.
Rotten bottom rail
The bottom rail of the lower sash represents the most exposed part of a sash and case window.
Where rot is confined to part of the rail, we cut out the damaged timber and insert new sections using matched material.
The remainder of the original window stays completely undisturbed.
Window stuck shut by paint
Many years of paint layered onto the sash to shield it from Scotland’s persistent wet weather can eventually sealing it firmly to the frame!
We remove the sash from its housing, thoroughly clean the contact surfaces, adjust the fit where required, and return the mechanism to full working order.
The cords and pulleys are thoroughly inspected during the process, sparing you from dealing with numerous repair jobs later on.
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes lose heat quickly and offer little resistance to street noise. We fit double glazing whilst preserving the visible profile of the window entirely.
Sash and case windows Georgetown FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
It all depends on the current condition of the window itself. Where the box frame remains sound and the sashes are structurally sound, refurbishment is a sensible choice. You retain a window that performs effectively whilst preserving its original character. Where the frame has suffered serious deterioration, or the timber has rotted past repair, replacement becomes the practical solution.
Can sash and case windows take double glazing?
Yes! We use slim profile sealed units that fit perfectly within the existing glazing rebate without widening the sash or changing the glazing bar pattern. From the outside the window looks absolutely identical to the original.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Georgetown
Whatever your sash window needs may be in Georgetown, whether repairs, restoration, or full replacement, Woodfellas is well equipped to help.
Get in touch with our team now and we will guide you on the best solution for each window. All quotes are free, written, and carry no obligation. If you choose to proceed, we will work around your schedule.
Every window and door is crafted in our own workshop using traditional methods and installed by our own joiners throughout Scotland.
Contact us today on 07920 057592 or complete the form on our get in touch page and we will respond within 24 hours.