Window Replacements Double-Glazing Repairs

Whether you live in something contemporary of a listed period home, we have a window that will suit your home to a tee. The cost of window frame repairs depends on the scale and severity of the work required. To help minimise costs, we charge in 15-minute increments after the initial hour, so you’re only paying for the time it takes to complete the task. Rotten wood window frames, sashes, or muntins are repairable if the damage is minor. Abbey Windows are double glazing experts, supplying thousands of homes in Reading, Berkshire, Thames Valley and surrounding areas, with high-quality double glazing since our founders began trading in 1986.

There is, however, one scenario where replacement can actually be welcome in historic properties, and that’s where inappropriate replacements have already been installed. That said, listed building consent is still required for listed homes, even if you’re hoping to do the decent thing and rectify past wrongs. Perhaps incorporating double-glazed units in the form of secondary glazing that opens to the inside. This will provide superior sound-deadening qualities than conventional double glazing alone. One of the most common defects encountered with double glazing is their tendency to ‘mist/fog up’. Sometimes this can happen within a surprisingly short period of time after installation.

With plenty of five star reviews, we’ve also been rated as "Best of Houzz" in our sector for the last 7 years, meaning we truly are one of the top sash window companies in London. UPVC window hinge repairs and replacement are vital services to maintain the functionality and security of UPVC windows. Hinges in UPVC windows can wear out over time, leading to issues like difficulty in opening or closing the windows, misalignment, or even complete failure.

Our window specialists believe that great relationships are built on trust. As such, we’re committed to delivering the best local service to all our clients and customers. We will do everything in our power to lower the cost of your window replacement or repairs project.

You should replace your double glazing when you notice condensation or mist forming between the window panes. This means the seals are failing and moisture is getting trapped inside, which can lead to heat loss, damp and can risk damaging the frame. Installing double glazed windows comes with a range of benefits, and so does maintaining them.
We provide solutions to common problems such as rattles, draughts, broken cords and frameless shower enclosure poor security for period sash windows throughout London. The concept behind Refurb-a-Sash is to offer an affordable alternative to replacing period Victorian sash windows with unsightly & inappropriate modern and uPVC replacements. In addition, Mr Misty installs secondary double glazing and offers a comprehensive windows, doors and roofline installation service across Suffolk and Essex. Upgrading to more advanced and secure locking systems can significantly enhance the overall security of the property. Modern double glazing window locks may include multi-point locking systems, which distribute the locking points along the window frame, making it harder for intruders to force open the window. Window repairs include everything from fixing leaks, rotted frames, sashes, sealing to replacing glass panes and hardware.