Wooden sash and case windows suit any household. Over time, these distinctive windows require some extra care.
Sash cords break, draught seals deteriorate and bottom rails decay through neglect. The window rattles, jams then does not close properly.
Woodfellas are specialists in timber sash and case windows, serving Scottish homes throughout Larkhall from our workshop for over two decades.
We repair , and even craft fully bespoke replacements when a window is too far gone!
Contact to us on 07920 057592 or via our website contact page to arrange a complimentary visit and written quotation.
What is a timber sash and case window
The heading accurately reflects how the system works.
The sash refers to the movable glass panel, whilst the case is the hollow timber frame that is built inside the wall surrounding the window opening.
Housed within each case are two counterweights, one corresponding to the upper sash and one to the lower. These weights are suspended from sash cords that pass over pulley wheels positioned at the topmost section of the frame.
Lift the lower sash and the weights drop down on the opposite side. Release it and they keep the sash perfectly in place!
While casement windows swing outward on hinges, sash and case windows glide smoothly in a upward and downward direction.
With both sashes working separately of one another, you have the ability to open from the top, the bottom, or indeed both simultaneously. That gives your home outstanding ventilation control, all without any panel moving inward into the room or outside toward the street.
When the mechanism is functioning flawlessly, you hardly give it a second thought!
When the cords snap, as they invariably do after years of regular use, the sash falls and remains in that lowered position or becomes increasingly difficult to operate.
That’s exactly where Woodfellas step up!
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Not every traditional sash window requires an exact solution.
Our Larkhall sash windows team carefully evaluates what your windows require in order to determine whether repairs or full refurbishment is the most suitable option for you.
Window draught-proofing
A full window refurbishment is an appropriate choice when the existing window remains structurally intact yet is unable to function as it should.
Our professional craftsmen apply traditional joinery techniques to improve your glazing and add draught-proofing throughout.
A restored sash and case window in your Larkhall home should seem as though it was always meant to be there.
Every installation we undertake we complete is guided by a single ambition: easy operation, silent fitting, and a truly warm presence within the space.
Sash cord and weight replacement
Replacing sash cords is the most common repair job we get called out for!
When the cords break, the weights stay idle within the case with not any connection to the sash at all.
We unseal the pocket piece, remove the weights, attach new sash cords, and align the pulleys accurately.
Our team will always check the general condition of the window during the appointment, ensuring that nothing is ever overlooked.
Timber repairs
Bottom rails and sills bear the harshest of Larkhall’s weather conditions conditiones.
Where when the decay remains localised to a portion of the rail, the damaged timber is carefully taken out and replaced by splicing in new sections of matched traditional timber. The repair blends seamlessly with the surrounding wood, whilst the remainder of the original window is preserved fully intact.
We are strongly of the opinion that there is no need to sacrifice a window that remains in good structural condition simply because an isolated issue affects only one part of it.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window has reached the point where repair is not longer a worthwhile investment, we make brand new sash windows to your precise specifications within our workshop, then supply and install them directly at your premises.
Every single replacement window is skilfully crafted and made to measure in either hardwood or treated pine. We make serious effort to match the profile, proportions and glazing bar pattern of your original windows!
As timber window manufacturers located in Larkhall, we provide and fit new sash and case windows across the region, using premium materials and traditional craftsmanship techniques.
Our sash and case window selection covers everything from a single replacement sash to a full new window installation for a listed building.
Double glazing and enhanced security hardware are provided as part of the standard package!
Double glazed sash windows in Larkhall
Elevate both the aesthetic appeal and everyday ease of your home with carefully crafted double glazed sash and case windows.
Our units have a slim-profile sealed design that fits neatly within the original glazing rebate, leaving the sash profile and glazing bar pattern completely unchanged.
From the exterior, the timber window looks identical to the original.
Here is the explanation why homeowners across Larkhall are choosing to upgrade their traditional sash and case windows with double glazing.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service provides your energy efficiency a significant boost!
This translates directly into lower energy bills, as your heating system has to work much less to maintain a comfortable temperature across your home.
Noise reduction
Reducing sound is another benefit homeowners notice fast.
Residing on a busy road or close to a large junction, double glazed sash windows provide a significant reduction in the level of noise that passes through.
Sash and case windows in Scotland’s conservation areas and listed buildings
Scotland’s architecture is stunning, full of a rich history.
Conservation areas are established to maintain that distinctive character, and sash and case windows form a vital part of it. Safeguard the character of your home with expert timber window restoration carried out by Woodfellas.
If your property falls within one of these areas, or is a listed building, specific rules govern window replacement and must be checked before any work is commissioned.
For more than twenty years, we have been working on properties nestled within conservation areas.
We understand precisely what the council requires, how to navigate the consent process with assurance, and how to repair or replace windows in a manner that meets every requirement without unnecessary delays or repeated correspondence.
Reach out now for a free site visit and written quotation from a team whose expertise in listed buildings and conservation area projects is matched only by their profound knowledge of the windows themselves.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Larkhall
Sash failing to hold its position when raised
When it comes to sash and case repairs, replacing a broken sash cord is the job we encounter most frequently, and if the window itself is in good condition, it is a perfectly straightforward job for our skilled team.
Draughts and rattling
The draught seal between the sash and the frame has either deteriorated or was not installed in the first place. A sash and case window affected by draughts will also tend to rattle noisily in the wind due to that very same gap!
Draught proofing as part of a service helps help solve all problems at once.
Rotten bottom rail
The lower section of the lower sash represents the weakest component of a sash and case window.
When the rot is confined to a specific section of the rail, we cut away the damaged timber and fit fresh new sections using carefully matched material!
The rest of the existing window remains totally undisturbed.
Window stuck shut by paint
Years of coatings applied to the sash to shield it from Scotland’s damp climate can cause it to become bonded to the frame.
We release the sash, clean surface areas, fine-tune the fit as needed, and return the mechanism to full working order.
The cords and pulleys are carefully inspected throughout the work, sparing you from dealing with many repair jobs down the line.
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes surrender heat rapidly and offer little resistance to external noise. We supply and install double glazing whilst preserving the visible profile of the window entirely.
Sash and case windows Larkhall FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
So what’s the right answer? It really depends on the condition of the window itself! If the box frame is solid and the sashes are structurally sound, refurbishment is certainly worth considering. You get fantastic performance without sacrificing any of that original character. But if the frame has seriously deteriorated or the timber has rotted beyond saving, replacement is honestly the more sensible and practical option.
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 altering the glazing bar pattern. From the outside the window appears absolutely identical to the original.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Larkhall
Whatever your sash windows may require in Larkhall, be it a repair, a careful restoration, or a full replacement, Woodfellas has the expertise to handle every aspect with complete confidence.
Get in touch to our helpful team today and we will help you navigate the most suitable solution for every window in your home. Every quote we provide is free of charge, set out in writing, and carries no obligation whatsoever. Should you choose to move forward, we will organise everything entirely around you.
Every window is crafted in our own workshop using traditional methods and fitted by our own joiners throughout Scotland.
Contact us now on 07920 057592 or complete the form on our get in touch page and we will respond within 24 hours.