Yes, we repair sash windows across Lewisham, from Deptford and New Cross to Brockley, Forest Hill and Sydenham. We repair the old timber instead of replacing it. That keeps your home’s character and costs less. Each job starts with a free site visit and a written quote, since you should know the cost first.
Lewisham homes and their windows
Lewisham is a large south-east London borough. Its postcodes include SE4, SE6, SE8, SE13, SE14, SE23 and SE26, according to the SE postcode list. Wikipedia’s borough page names Blackheath, Deptford, Forest Hill, New Cross, Sydenham, Catford and Brockley among its districts.
The housing is mostly Victorian and Edwardian. Brockley and Ladywell have rows of tall terraces. Forest Hill and Sydenham have larger semi-detached villas on the hills. Many of these houses still have their timber box sashes.
The slopes matter. Sydenham and Forest Hill are high, so exposed sashes can take more weather than those in sheltered streets. As a result, flaking paint and soft sills are common there.
Common sash faults in Lewisham
Rot is the most common call. Water collects at the sill, then creeps into the bottom rail. Our guide to rotten sash window sills explains when to repair and when to replace. In most cases, repair is enough.
Failing cords are next. When a cord snaps, the sash will not stay up. It is also a safety risk, because a heavy sash can drop. Our guide on the signs your sash windows need repair lists the early warnings.
Draughts and rattles round out the list. A set of loose beads and worn parting strips can make a window noisy. In that case, draught proofing is the fix.
What we do in Lewisham
Our sash window repairs cover cords, beads, joints, glass and locks. For soft sills, we offer sill repairs. When a whole window is tired, a sash window overhaul brings it back to full order in a single visit.
We also work on glass. If a pane has cracked, we can replace it with the right pattern. Some owners add double glazing to their existing sashes, and we explain that option on our double glazing page.
How a visit works in Lewisham
We start with a look at every window you want checked. In Brockley and Forest Hill, that often means a bay with three sashes and a sill to check. 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
Lewisham homes are mostly 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.
Check the whole 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.
Conservation areas in Lewisham
Lewisham Council lists many conservation areas on its conservation areas page. They include Blackheath, Brockley, Forest Hill and Ladywell. Those names cover some of the borough’s best Victorian streets.
If your home sits in one, ask the council before you alter a window. A repair that keeps the old look rarely causes trouble. Still, a new style of sash may need permission.
Getting a quote in Lewisham
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 open Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 18:00.
We also cover the boroughs next door. For example, we offer sash window repairs in Southwark and homes across Greenwich.