Yes, we repair sash windows across Southwark, from Bermondsey and Rotherhithe to Camberwell, Peckham and Dulwich. We mend the old timber rather than rip it out. That keeps the character of your home and saves money. Every job begins with a free site visit and a written quote, since you should know the cost first.
Southwark homes and their windows
Southwark stretches from the Thames south to Dulwich. Its postcodes include SE1, SE5, SE15, SE16, SE17 and SE22, according to the SE postcode list. Wikipedia’s borough summary lists Bermondsey, Rotherhithe, Peckham, Camberwell and Dulwich as main districts.
The housing mix is wide. Near the river, there are Georgian terraces and old warehouse flats. Camberwell and Peckham have grand Victorian houses and plain terraces. Dulwich has larger villas in the south of the borough.
Each type has its own window style. Georgian houses often have thin glazing bars and small panes. Victorian houses usually have two large panes in each sash. Either way, the timber has often lasted well, because old-growth wood is dense.
Common sash faults in Southwark
Paint is the biggest issue. Many Southwark houses have been repainted for decades, so the sashes stick. Our guide to painted-shut sash windows shows how we free them safely.
Draughts come next. A gap at the meeting rail or the side beads lets cold air in. In many homes, owners then ask about secondary glazing. Our post on draught proofing versus secondary glazing compares the two.
Rot and broken cords also turn up often, especially at ground-floor bays. For example, a leaking gutter can soak a sill for years. We then fit sash cord replacement or sill repairs, depending on the fault.
How we repair Southwark sashes
Our sash window repairs fix the fault and leave the rest alone. We splice in new timber where wood has rotted. Then we repaint and refit the window. When a window needs more, a sash window overhaul treats the whole sash.
If you want warmer rooms, we also double glaze existing sash windows. The old frames stay in place. We fit slim low-E units that suit the original look.
How a visit works in Southwark
We start with a look at every window you want checked. In Peckham and Camberwell, that often means a whole run of windows on the front of a 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 Southwark homes 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.
The full list is on our costs page, because we publish every price. You get a written quote after a free visit. We give a five-year guarantee on labour and on the draught-proofing system.
Conservation areas in Southwark
Southwark Council runs a programme to write appraisals for its 48 conservation areas, as its conservation areas page says. Many cover period streets where windows matter.
If you live in one, check with the council before you change a window. A repair that keeps the old design is usually the safer route. However, a new style of sash could need permission.
Getting a quote in Southwark
Send your postcode and window count through our contact page, because that helps us plan the visit. We will book a free visit. After that, we write up the work in plain terms. We work Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 18:00.
We also cover the areas next door. For example, we offer sash window repairs in Lambeth and homes across Lewisham. If you live east of Rotherhithe, see our page on sash window repair in Greenwich.