Sash window restoration in Cardiff
We bring tired, stuck and rotten sash windows back to full working order, preserving your original timber windows and your home's character.
Get a free quoteWhat restoration includes
- Careful removal of the sashes
- Timber repair: rot cut out and replaced with matching timber
- Servicing and refitting so the window runs freely
- New cords and weights, or balances where appropriate
- Draught-proofing
- Reglazing, including original glass where possible
- Prepared and painted for a lasting finish
When replacement is better
Occasionally a window is beyond repair. If that is the case we can offer options for replacement sashes.
See also: Repairs · Painting · Draught proofing
Restoring sash windows across South Wales
We cover Cardiff and its older neighbourhoods such as Roath, Pontcanna and Llandaff, plus Penarth, Barry and Cowbridge.
Common questions
Can my sash windows really be restored?
In most cases, yes. Even windows with rot can usually be repaired by splicing in new timber. Replacement is only needed when the frame is structurally beyond saving.
How long does restoration take?
A typical house takes a few days to a couple of weeks depending on the number of windows. One or two sashes at a time are taken to the workshop, with the openings securely boarded while they're away, then returned and refitted in full working order.
Will restored windows be draughty?
Restoration includes draught-proofing and new cords, so restored sashes can be far better sealed than before. We use the Mighton draught proofing system.
Do you work in conservation areas and listed buildings?
Yes. Restoration keeps the original windows and their appearance, which suits conservation areas. If your property is listed, check with your local authority before any work, as some repairs may need consent.
Would you like a ballpark price for your windows?
Send us a few photos and your postcode. We'll tell you whether they can be saved and what it will cost.