Written by If you live in Scotland, there is a high chance that you will live in a period property such as a tenement flat with timber-framed sash and case windows or casement windows. They usually look beautiful but many have come into a state of disrepair through neglect. Some may have been well looked after over the years, but others will rattle and let draughts into your home. They may have beautifully varnished frames or the frames may be covered in many layers of paint. In some cases, they will no longer open as they have been painted shut or because the sash cords have broken. Perhaps the glass is so old that you can see ripples in it.
As many of these windows are large, people know it will cost them a lot to replace them. They will also be aware that if they live in a conservation area or a listed building, the windows will have to be replaced with matching timber-framed windows which can be expensive.
Sash Window Repairs
Sash and case windows have 2 window frames that roll up and down on a sash rope. You can open them as little or as much as you want.
Most of the old timber-framed windows in Edinburgh were made extremely well with high-quality timber. This means that in the majority of cases they can be repaired and there is no need to buy expensive replacements. If your windows have any of the following problems it is advisable to call a window repair company first:
- Rattles
- Rotten or damaged timber
- Draughts
- Leaks
- Stuck open or shut
- Difficult to open or close
At Eco Sash & Case in Edinburgh, they will always aim to repair and restore your window. They will only suggest window replacements as a last resort. They have a workshop in Edinburgh with a team of highly trained and experienced window specialists. This means that repairs that cannot be done onsite, will be done locally in Edinburgh. Many of these repairs will leave your home feeling much warmer and quieter.
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