Yes, we repair sash windows across Greenwich, from Blackheath and Charlton to Woolwich and Eltham. We save the old timber wherever we can. You get quiet, easy windows and keep your home’s character. Every job starts with a free site visit and a written quote, since you should know the cost first.
Greenwich homes and their windows
Royal Greenwich is a long strip of south-east London beside the Thames. Its postcodes include SE3, SE7, SE9, SE10 and SE18, as the SE postcode list shows. Its districts include Greenwich, Blackheath, Charlton, Woolwich, Eltham and Plumstead, says the borough page.
The housing changes as you move east. Around Greenwich and Blackheath, there are Georgian and early Victorian terraces. In Charlton and Woolwich, you find Victorian streets and older terraces. Eltham has more suburban semi-detached homes.
Older streets usually still have timber sashes. Those windows have lasted because the wood was good. However, they now need regular care, since the paint and cords wear out.
Heritage and the rules
Maritime Greenwich is a World Heritage Site, as the council’s Maritime Greenwich page. The council also lists 23 conservation areas. Many period streets sit inside them, so check yours.
Some areas have extra controls. Royal Greenwich has Article 4 directions in places such as Ashburnham Triangle, East Greenwich and West Greenwich. In these areas, you may need planning permission to replace windows and doors. The council’s Article 4 page has the details.
That makes repair the sensible choice. A like-for-like repair keeps the window as it is. Even so, always check with the council if you plan any change.
Common sash faults in Greenwich
The river brings damp air, so paint fails sooner on exposed walls. Then water reaches the timber. Rattling is also common, and our guide to why sash windows rattle explains the usual causes.
Broken cords are another frequent call. A sash that will not stay open is a sign. Our guide to the signs your sash windows need repair helps you spot trouble before it grows.
What we do in Greenwich
Our sash window repairs mend the fault and keep the original timber. For windows that need more, a sash window overhaul restores the whole set. We also fit draught proofing to stop the gaps that let wind in.
Some Greenwich homes also need extra care because of their age. For those, our team handles listed building sash windows case by case.
How a visit works in Greenwich
We start with a look at every window you want checked. Near Greenwich Park and Blackheath, that often means older sashes with thin bars and small panes. While we test how each sash moves, we check the cords and press the sills for soft spots.
Next, we explain what we found in plain words. Because the quote is in writing, you can read it at your own pace and compare it. If you say yes, we book a date that suits you. Finally, we check each window with you before we leave.
Simple checks you can make yourself
Greenwich homes are often old, and a few quick checks still pay off. First, open each window and see if it moves with ease. A sash that sticks or drops needs a look.
Then run a hand round the frame on a windy day. Cold air means the gaps are too wide, because the sash no longer fits snug.
Next, press a thumb on the sill. Soft wood is a sign of rot, so tell us soon. Also check the paint, since cracks let rain in. A small fix now costs less than a big job later.
Prices and what to expect
Our prices are the same across London, since one price list covers every borough. An overhaul with draught proofing is £188 per window. A sill replacement is £120 per window. A small splice repair is £80.
See the full list on our costs page, because we publish every price. You get a written quote after a free visit. The work has a five-year guarantee on labour and on the draught-proofing system.
Getting a quote in Greenwich
Send your postcode and window count through our contact page, because that helps us plan the visit. We will arrange a free visit and write up the work. We are available Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 18:00.
We also cover the boroughs next door. For example, we offer sash window repairs in Lewisham and homes across Southwark.