Timber sash and case windows enhance many a property. With time, however, these distinctive windows will need a little extra care and looking after.
Sash cords break, the draught seal wears away, and the bottom rails start to rot through years of neglect. The window shakes, then sticks, then eventually fails to close properly.
Woodfellas have been relied on timber sash and case window experts serving Scottish homes across Parkhall from our workshop premises for more than two decades!
When a window is beyond repair, we provide restoration, fixing, and even the crafting of custom-made replacements.
Reach out to us on 07920 057592 or get in touch with us via our contact page to book a free visit and written quotation.
What is a timber sash and case window
The title describes the purpose.
The sash refers to the sliding panel of glass itself, whilst the case is the hollow box frame that is constructed within the wall surrounding the window opening.
Nestled within each case sit two weights, one serving the upper sash and one serving the lower, suspended on sash cords that run over pulley wheels positioned at the top of the frame.
The lower sash rises as the counterweights drop on the opposite side, and once released, they hold the sash securely in place.
While casement windows swing outward on hinges, sash and case windows travel by moving vertically instead of that.
Each sashes operate independently, allowing you to slip open the window from the top, the bottom, or indeed both simultaneously. This offers 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 properly, you hardly give it a second thought.
When the cords eventually break, as they commonly do after years of regular use, the sash will either simply drop and remain in that lowered position or become progressively difficult to operate.
That is exactly where Woodfellas make their their entrance.
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Not every traditional sash window needs an identical solution.
Our sash windows team in Parkhall takes the time to grasp the precise requirements of your windows before recommending whether repair or full refurbishment is the most appropriate course of action for you.
Window draught-proofing
When a window remains structurally intact yet does not provide optimal performance, a full refurbishment presents itself as the most sensible course of action.
Our skilled craftsmen employ traditional joinery techniques ideally suited to period windows, upgrading your glazing and installing comprehensive draught-proofing throughout your home.
A beautifully restored sash and case window in your Parkhall house should seem as though it has always been exactly as it was meant to be.
Effortless to use, silent in the frame, and warm in the room. That is the standard we work to every time.
Sash cord and weight replacement
Replacing sash cords stands as the most commonly carried out repair in our repertoire.
When the cords snap, the weights remain resting pointlessly inside the casing with nothing to connect them to the sash.
We remove the pocket cover, remove the weights, install new sash cords, and adjust the pulleys correctly.
Our staff will always inspect the general condition of the window during the appointment, ensuring that nothing is ever overlooked.
Timber repairs
Bottom rail sections and sills bear the full brunt of Parkhall’s harsh climate.
Where the rot is limited to a portion of the rail, we take out the affected timber and splice in new sections using matching traditional wood. The repair blends perfectly with the surrounding timber and the remainder of the original window remains completely intact.
We are firmly of the view that there is no need to sacrifice a window that remains in good structural condition simply because an isolated issue affects only one section of it.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window has got to the point where repair is no longer a worthwhile investment, we make brand new sash windows to your precise specifications within our workshop, then provide and fit them directly at your property.
Every replacement window is carefully and expertly crafted to your exact measurements in either hardwood or treated pine. We carefully ensure to faithfully reproduce the profile, proportions, and glazing bar pattern of the original window.
As wooden window manufacturers with pride based in Parkhall, we supply and install new sash and case windows across the region, bringing together quality materials with time-honoured traditional techniques.
Our sash and case window selection covers everything from a single replacement to a full new window installation for a listed building.
Double glazing and enhanced security hardware are included as default features.
Double glazed sash windows in Parkhall
Improve both the aesthetic appeal and day-to-day comfort of your home with the timeless elegance of double glazed sash and case windows.
Our slim-profile sealed units are designed to fit neatly within the original glazing rebate, maintaining the sash profile and glazing bar pattern entirely without modification.
From the exterior, the timber window looks the same to the original.
Find out why homeowners across Parkhall are choosing to upgrade their classic sash and case windows with double glazing.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service provides a significant boost to your home’s energy efficiency.
This means you will see a real reduction in your energy bills, since your heating system will not need to work as hard to maintain a comfortable indoor temperature throughout your home.
Noise reduction
Sound dampening is another benefit property owners notice fast.
Double glazed sash windows significantly lower noise transmission for households on busy roads or by main junctions.
Sash and case windows in Scotland’s conservation areas and listed buildings
Scotland’s architectural landscape is as breathtaking as it is rich in history.
The character of conservation areas is something worth preserving with care, and sash and case windows form a significant part of that architectural identity. Safeguard the integrity of your property through expert timber window restoration carried out by 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 particular and must be clearly understood before you organise any work.
We have delivered work on conservation area properties for more than twenty years.
We understand precisely what the council needs, how to manage the consent process effectively, and how to restore or replace windows in full accordance with those requirements without avoidable delays or revisions.
For a team whose expertise in listed buildings and conservation area projects is matched only by their deep knowledge of the windows themselves, reach out today to arrange a complimentary site visit and written quotation.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Parkhall
The sash is dropping down and not remaining in the open position.
Replacing broken sash cords is absolutely the commonest sash and case repair our skilled team tackles, and when the rest of the window is in good working condition it is a very straightforward task for our professional crew!
Draughts and rattling
The draught seal between the sash and the frame has deteriorated or was never installed in the initial place. A sash and case window that allows in draughts will also tend to rattle in the wind due to that very same gap.
Incorporating draught-proofing during a planned service appointment addresses all concerns thoroughly and at the same time.
Rotten bottom rail
The bottom rail of the bottom sash is the most exposed part of a sash and case window!
Where the decay is limited to a specific portion of the rail, the affected timber is gently taken out and substituted by new sections, joined smoothly using carefully matched material.
The remainder of the original window remains completely untouched.
Window stuck shut by paint
Years of paint applied to protect the sash from Scotland’s harsh wet climate can cause it to bind tightly to the frame.
We release the sash gently, clean and prepare the surfaces carefully, make any required adjustments to the fit, and restore the mechanism to full working order.
The cords and pulleys are checked throughout the process, sparing you multiple repair visits.
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes surrender their warmth with remarkable ease and provide little resistance to the clamour of the street outside. We swap them out with double glazing whilst preserving every detail of the window’s outward appearance entirely intact.
Sash and case windows Parkhall FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
It all comes down to 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 beyond the point of repair, replacement becomes the more practical solution.
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 securely within the existing glazing rebate without any need to broaden the sash or alter the glazing bar pattern.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Parkhall
Whatever your sash window needs in Parkhall, Woodfellas is absolutely ready to take it on, whether that means a repair, refurbishment, or full replacement!
Get in touch to our helpful team today and we will assist you in finding the ideal solution for every window in your home. Every quote we provide is free, written, and comes with absolutely no obligation whatsoever. Should you choose to proceed, we will organise everything around your schedule.
Every window and door is crafted in our own workshop using traditional methods and fitted by our own joiners throughout Scotland.
Contact us today by calling 07920 057592 or by completing the form found on our contact page, and a member of our team will get back to you within 24 hours.