Timber sash and case windows grace any household. With time, however, these remarkable windows require a degree of extra care and attention.
Sash cords break under many 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 begins to rattle, then stiffens, and ultimately fails to close as it should.
Woodfellas has been delivering professional timber sash and case window services to Scottish homes across Waterloo for well over two decades, all from our specialist workshop.
When a window is beyond redemption, we rejuvenate, and even create fully custom replacements to order.
Reach out to us on 07920 057592 or contact us via our contact page to book a complimentary visit and written quotation.
What is a timber sash and case window
The title tells you exactly how it works.
The sash refers to the moveable panel of glass itself, while the case is the hollow box frame that is fitted into the wall surrounding the window opening.
Contained 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 up and the weights will drop on the opposite side. Release it and they will keep the sash firmly in place.
Whilst casement windows open outwards on hinges, sash and case windows operate by moving vertically.
Both sashes operate independently, allowing you to slip open the window from the top, the bottom, or indeed both simultaneously. This offers your home with exceptional ventilation control, entirely without a panel swinging inward into the room or outward towards the street.
When the mechanism is working as it ought to, you hardly notice it is there.
When the cords snap, as they often do with years of use, the sash falls and stays stuck or becomes difficult to operate.
That is precisely where Woodfellas proves invaluable.
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Not every classic sash window requires an exact approach.
Our sash windows team in Waterloo genuinely takes the time to get to grips with exactly what your windows need, so they can recommend whether repair or refurbishment is the best route for you!
Window draught-proofing
When a window remains structurally intact yet does not provide optimal performance, a complete refurbishment is the most sensible course of action.
Our skilled craftsmen apply joinery techniques sympathetic to traditional windows, improving your glazing and fitting comprehensive draught-proofing throughout your home.
A expertly restored sash and case window in your Waterloo home should feel as though it could never have been anything other than exactly as it is.
Effortless to operate, quiet within its frame, and welcoming in the space it inhabits. This is the standard we strive towards with every individual installation.
Sash cord and weight replacement
Replacing sash cords is the most frequent repair job we are called out for!
When the cords break, the weights stay inactive within the box, no more linked to the sash in any manner.
We access the pocket piece, take out the existing weights, install fresh sash cords, and set the pulleys precisely.
Whilst undertaking the work, our team will consistently take the time to thoroughly check the full state of the window, so that absolutely nothing is ever missed.
Timber repairs
Bottom rails and sills bear the heaviest brunt of Waterloo’s harsh climatic conditions.
Where the rot is limited to just one section of the rail, we gently remove the damaged timber and fit in fresh new sections using perfectly matched traditional wood. The repair sits naturally with the surrounding timber and the rest of the original window remains 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 a fault.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window has reached the point where repair is not longer a sound investment, we make brand new sash windows to your precise specifications within our workshop, then supply and install them directly at your premises.
Every replacement window is carefully and skilfully crafted to your exact measurements in either hardwood or treated pine. We take great care to faithfully replicate the profile, proportions, and glazing bar pattern of the original window.
Based in Waterloo, we make and install new sash and case windows across the area using high-quality materials and time-honoured techniques.
Our range of sash and case windows caters for everything from a single replacement sash right through to a full set of brand new windows for a listed building!
Double glazing and enhanced security hardware are provided as standard features.
Double glazed sash windows in Waterloo
Improve both the aesthetic appeal and everyday comfort of your home with the classic elegance of double glazed sash and case windows.
Our sealed units are slim-profile sealed units that sit within the original glazing rebate without altering the sash profile or glazing bar pattern.
From the outside, the timber window appears the same to the original.
Discover why homeowners throughout Waterloo are deciding to improve their classic sash and case windows with double glazing.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service delivers a significant boost to your home’s energy efficiency.
This means you will see a real decrease in your energy bills, since your heating system won’t need to work as hard to maintain a comfortable indoor temperature throughout your home.
Noise reduction
Noise reduction is an additional benefit householders notice nearly straight away!
Residing on a busy road or close to a large junction, double glazed sash windows offer a significant decrease in the amount of noise that gets through.
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.
Conservation areas protect local character, and sash and case windows form a vital part of that heritage. Maintain your building’s character through specialist timber window restoration by Woodfellas.
If your property falls inside one of these designated areas, or if it has listed building status, the regulations governing window replacement are specific and must be understood before you go ahead with any work.
For more than twenty years, we have carried out work on properties located in conservation areas.
We understand what the council requires, how to manage the approval process, and how to replace windows in a manner that meets every requirement without unnecessary delays or complications.
For a team whose expertise in listed buildings and conservation area projects is matched only by their deep knowledge of the windows themselves, get in touch today to arrange a complimentary site visit and written quotation.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Waterloo
The sash is sliding down and not remaining in the open position.
When it comes to sash and case repairs, replacing a broken sash cord is the job we encounter most often, and provided the window itself is in good condition, it is a perfectly straightforward job for our skilled team.
Draughts and rattling
The air seal between the sash and frame has broken down or was never installed. A leaky sash and case window will also rattle in the wind due to the same gap.
Draught-proofing carried out as part of a service call can help address all issues in a single visit.
Rotten bottom rail
The bottom rail of the lower sash represents the most exposed part of a sash and case window.
Where the decay is confined to a portion of the rail, the damaged timber is carefully removed and new sections are spliced in using precisely matched material.
The remainder of the existing window remains completely undisturbed.
Window stuck shut by paint
Many years of paint layered onto the sash to protect it from Scotland’s relentless wet weather can end up sealing it firmly to the frame!
We free the sash, clean surfaces, fine-tune the fit as needed, and restore the mechanism to full working order.
The cords and pulleys are carefully inspected throughout the work, sparing you from dealing with many repair jobs later on.
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes are particularly inefficient at retaining warmth and offer very little resistance to the intrusion of outside street noise. Our upgrade to double glazing maintains the visible profile of your existing window frames completely.
Sash and case windows Waterloo FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
If refurbishment or replacement is the best way forward depends entirely upon the condition of the existing window structure. When the box frame remains sound and the sashes are structurally intact, refurbishment presents itself as a thoroughly sensible choice, delivering a window that performs beautifully whilst preserving every last trace of its original character. However, when the frame has deteriorated severely or the timber has rotted beyond any hope of repair, replacement becomes the far more sensible and logical course of action.
Can sash and case windows take double glazing?
Yes. We use slimline sealed units that sit within the existing glazing rebate without widening the sash or altering the glazing bar pattern. From the outside, the window appears identical to the original.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Waterloo
Whatever your sash window needs in Waterloo, Woodfellas is fully ready to handle it, whether that means a repair, restoration, or full replacement!
Give our approachable team a ring today and we will help you work out the very best option for every window in your home. Every quote we provide is entirely free, provided in writing, and carries absolutely no obligation whatsoever. Should you choose to move forward, we will organise everything around your schedule.
Every window is made right here in our very own premises using time-honoured techniques and installed by our own skilled joiners throughout Scotland.
Contact us today by phoning 07920 057592 or by completing the form found on our contact page, and a member of our team will respond to you within 24 hours.