Timber sash and case windows grace many a property. As time passes, however, these distinctive windows will require a little extra care and attention.
Sash cords snap under years of strain, draught seals wear down through prolonged lack of maintenance, and bottom rails fall victim to rot where maintenance has been overlooked. The window starts rattling, then stiffens, and ultimately is unable to close as it should.
Woodfellas have been trusted timber sash and case window experts serving Scottish homes across Overton from our workshop for over two decades!
When a window is beyond repair, we fix, and even make bespoke replacement units to measure.
Reach us on 07920 057592 or contact us via our contact page to arrange a complimentary visit and detailed quotation.
What is a timber sash and case window
The heading explains you exactly how it works.
The sash refers to the sliding panel of glass, whilst the case is the empty box frame that is built within the wall surrounding the window opening.
Inside each case are placed two weights, one serving the upper sash and one serving the lower. They are hung on sash cords that run over pulley wheels fitted into the top of the frame.
Raise the lower sash and the weights drop down on the opposite side. Let go of it and they hold the sash perfectly in place!
Whilst casement windows open outwards on hinges, sash and case windows work by moving vertically instead.
Both sashes move independently of one another, meaning you can open them from the top, the bottom, or indeed both at once. Your home benefits from superb ventilation control without any panel swinging inward into the room or outward towards the street.
When the mechanism is working properly, you scarcely observe it whatsoever.
When the cords snap, as they inevitably do after years of everyday use, the sash falls and remains in that lowered position or becomes increasingly difficult to use.
That’s exactly where Woodfellas step up!
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Not every classic sash window requires an identical solution.
Our sash windows team in Overton genuinely takes the time to understand exactly what your windows need, so they can advise whether repair or refurbishment is the right route for you!
Window draught-proofing
When a window remains structurally intact yet does not perform on performance, a complete refurbishment becomes the most logical and most rewarding course of action.
Our skilled craftsmen apply joinery methods specifically suited to traditional windows, improving your glazing and installing draught-proofing throughout your home.
A restored sash and case window in your Overton property should feel as though it was originally meant to be there.
Every installation we carry out is guided by one simple ambition: effortless operation, quiet fitting, and a genuinely warm presence within the space.
Sash cord and weight replacement
Sash cord replacement remains our most frequently undertaken repair within our service offering.
When the cords snap, the weights hang unhelpfully inside the case with nothing at all linking them to the sash.
We access the pocket piece, recover the weights, fit fresh sash cords, and align the pulleys with precision.
Whilst carrying out the work, our team will consistently take the time to thoroughly check the full state of the window, ensuring that absolutely nothing is ever missed.
Timber repairs
Bottom rails and sills bear the full force of Overton’s harsh weather conditions.
Where the decay is confined to a portion of the rail, the compromised timber is meticulously removed and replaced with new sections spliced in using matched traditional wood. The repair integrates seamlessly with the surrounding material, whilst the remainder of the original window is preserved entirely intact.
We are strongly of the opinion that a window which remains fundamentally intact should never be sacrificed simply because one section of it has developed fault.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window is beyond cost-effective repair, we craft brand new sash windows to your exact specifications right in our own workshop and supply and fit them at your property!
Every replacement window is carefully made and made to measure in either hardwood or treated pine, with great care taken to faithfully mirror the profile, proportions and glazing bar pattern of the original window.
As wooden window manufacturers based in Overton, we supply and install new sash and case windows across the region, employing premium materials and traditional craftsmanship.
Our sash and case window selection covers all the way from a single replacement to a complete new window installation for a listed building.
Double glazing and enhanced security hardware are included as standard features.
Double glazed sash windows in Overton
Enhance your home and everyday living experience with eye-catching double glazed sash and case windows!
Our units are slimline sealed units that fit neatly within the original glazing rebate, needing no alteration to the sash profile or the glazing bar pattern.
From the outside, the timber window looks identical to the original.
Here is the reason so many property owners throughout Overton are deciding to replace their traditional sash and case windows with double glazing.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service provides significant energy-efficient gains.
This translates straight away into reduced energy bills, as your heating system no longer needs to work as hard to keep a pleasant and comfortable temperature throughout your home.
Noise reduction
The reduction of noise is one more benefit that homeowners often notice nearly immediately.
Double glazed sash windows substantially reduce noise transmission for households on busy roads or close to main junctions.
Sash and case windows in Scotland’s conservation areas and listed buildings
Scotland’s architecture is as breathtaking as it is historically significant.
Timber sash and case windows are a distinctive feature of conservation area heritage, and maintaining them matters enormously! Why not protect the soul of your building with expert timber window restoration from Woodfellas?
If your home is located in one of these designated areas, or if it has listed building status, the regulations surrounding window replacement are specific and must be understood before you arrange any work.
Our expertise working on properties within conservation areas covers more than twenty years.
Having developed a strong understanding of council expectations, we are well positioned to guide you through the consent process and complete window restoration or replacement work that fulfils all requirements effectively and without unnecessary delays.
For a team that truly appreciates listed buildings and conservation area work just as well as they know the windows themselves, get in touch today for a free site visit and detailed quote.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Overton
The sash is sliding down and not staying in the open position.
Replacing faulty sash cords is the repair our professional team performs most frequently on sash and case windows, and provided the window is generally in good condition, it is a quite straightforward task for our experienced professionals.
Draughts and rattling
The weatherseal between the sash and the frame has worn away or was simply never installed in the first place. When this gap exists, it is also fairly common for the sash and case window to rattle noticeably in the wind as a direct result of that same gap.
Draught proofing as part of a service sorts help solve all problems at once.
Rotten bottom rail
The bottom rail of the lower sash is the most highly vulnerable part of a sash and case window.
Where the decay is confined to a portion of the rail, the damaged timber is thoroughly removed and new sections are spliced in using exactly matched material.
The remainder of the original window is left completely untouched.
Window stuck shut by paint
Many years of accumulated paint applied to safeguard the sash against Scotland’s damp climate can make it bond securely to the frame.
We release the sash, thoroughly clean every surface, make any necessary adjustments to the fit, and return the mechanism to full working order!
The cords and pulleys are inspected during the process, sparing you several repair visits.
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes lose their warmth with surprising ease and provide little resistance to the clamour of the street beyond. We replace them with double glazing whilst preserving every detail of the window’s outward appearance completely intact.
Sash and case windows Overton FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
So what’s the best answer? It really comes down to 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 excellent performance without sacrificing any of that original character. But if the frame has seriously deteriorated or the timber has rotted beyond saving, replacement is frankly the more sensible and practical option.
Can sash and case windows take double glazing?
From the outside, the window looks entirely unchanged, as our slim profile sealed units are made to sit neatly within the existing glazing rebate without any need to broaden the sash or change the glazing bar pattern.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Overton
Should you need a sash repair, restoration, or full replacement in Overton, Woodfellas has the expertise to manage every aspect with attention.
Reach out to our helpful team today and we will help you determine the ideal solution for every window in your home. All quote we provide is complimentary, written, and comes with absolutely no obligation whatsoever. Should you choose to proceed, we will arrange everything around your schedule.
Every window and door is crafted in our own workshop using traditional methods and installed by our own joiners throughout Scotland.
Reach out us today by calling 07920 057592 or just complete the form on our contact page and we will get back to you within 24 hours.