Yes, we repair sash windows across Hammersmith and Fulham, from Parsons Green and Fulham to Hammersmith and Shepherd’s Bush. We keep the old timber wherever we can. You get smooth windows and fewer draughts. Every job starts with a free site visit and a written quote, since you should know the cost first.
Homes and windows in Hammersmith and Fulham
This west London borough sits on the north bank of the Thames. Its postcodes include SW6, W6, W12 and W14, according to Wikipedia’s W postcode list and SW postcode list. The borough’s Wikipedia page names Fulham, Hammersmith, Shepherd’s Bush, Brook Green, Parsons Green and West Kensington among its districts.
Housing here is mostly Victorian and Edwardian. Fulham and Parsons Green have long terraces of narrow brick houses. Brook Green and West Kensington have taller stucco and mansion-block homes. Shepherd’s Bush adds more flats in converted houses.
Most of these homes were built with timber sashes. Many survive, because the owners cared for them. However, years of repainting leave them stiff, and water finds its way into the joints.
Common sash faults in Hammersmith and Fulham
Soft timber is a common issue near the river, where damp air lingers. Sills go first, since rain sits on them. Our guide to rotten sash window sills explains when a repair is enough.
Cold rooms are another complaint. Single glazing loses heat quickly, so many owners ask about better glass. Our post on slim double glazing versus vacuum glazing compares the choices for old frames.
Cords and locks wear out too. A broken cord leaves the sash stuck. For that fault, we offer sash cord replacement.
What we do for local homeowners
Our sash window repairs fix the fault and leave the good timber alone. For soft sills, we offer sill repairs. If you want warmer rooms, we double glaze your existing sashes and keep the original frames.
Draughts are also easy to cure. Our draught proofing system seals each sash while it still opens freely.
How a visit works in Hammersmith and Fulham
We start with a look at every window you want checked. In Fulham and Brook Green, that often means a row of matching sashes up the front of the house. 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
Many homes here are 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.
Every figure is 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.
Conservation areas here
Hammersmith and Fulham Council says it has 44 conservation areas, covering about half of the borough. The council’s conservation page lists them.
If you live in one, ask the council before you change a window. A repair that keeps the original design usually raises few issues. However, a new style of sash may need permission.
Getting a quote in Hammersmith and Fulham
Use our contact page to send your postcode and window count, because that helps us plan the visit. We will book a free visit and look at every window. After that, we 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 Wandsworth and period homes in Kensington and Chelsea.