Joinery Heritage Craftsmen Ltd

There are several things which might have happened. Sash windows use hidden pulleys cords and weights to operate, if these have snapped the window may be too heavy to stay open. Check for broken parts. Quite often the pullies simply wear out and the mechanism becomes jammed. Over time, layers of paint can cause the sash window to stick Timber Damage. Over time, without correct and regular maintenance the timbers deteriorate which can hinder the smooth and efficient operation of your windows. Remember, if you’re unsure or encounter difficulties, it’s best to consult a professional for proper repair. Attempting DIY fixes may lead to further damage.

Yes, we can offer fixed rate finance from 3-10 years. Joinery & Heritage Craftsmen Limited is an Introducer Appointed Representative of Ideal Sales Solutions Ltd, t/a Ideal4Finance. Ideal Sales Solutions Ltd is a credit broker and not a lender (FRN 703401). Finance available subject to status. The rate offered is always provisional and will depend upon your personal circumstances, the loan amount and the term. Ask us for more details.

The traditional construction of a sash window requires tolerance in the frame to allow the sashes to side up and down, unfortunately with wear and tear these become greater than when manufactured, Locking mechanisms break, leading to drafts and rattles. So what can I do? A basic restoration by Joinery and Heritage Craftsmen , involves removing the sliding sashes, checking and balancing the weights and replacing the cords and pullies. On replacing we retro fit new parting beads and staff beads, which incorporate a brush draft excluder, we also fit a brush draft excluder where the top and bottom sashes meet.

Absolutely yes, in most cases we are able restore the original windows, splicing in new timbers and making resin repairs to match the existing and even replacing the cills. When finished they look like new and last as long as new windows.

For the frames we carefully select the type of woods. It costs the same but you get a superior product when the wood is slowly grown its more durable and lasts longer than the quickly grown timber you are likely to find in a DIY outlet. For Cill sections we use either Hardwoods such as Sapele or Oak or and Engineered timber such as Acoya.

Yes you can. We can retro fit. We can manufacture new sliding casements which incorporate individual 12mm thick Heritage Double glazed units. And build new.

Normally a straightforward restoration does not pose any problems, however when you wish to upgrade to double glazing or require replacement frames listed Building Approval must be sought. We can deal with the planners on your behalf submitting Plans ,Design and Access Statements and Heritage Impact Assessment documents.

As part of our standard stage restoration all timber is sanded down to remove loose paint and all new timbers are primed. For an additional cost we can complete the decoration, however due to our wonderful British climate we may not be able to do this at the same time as a restoration.

We have a mantra here at JHC, the first thing that goes in a property is a dust sheet and the last thing out is a vacuum cleaner. Clearly, due to the work and the age of the windows we work on there will be dust and debris, we suggest that prior to the work commencing you make safe any fragile or valuable items. Again due to the age of property we cannot guarantee that any surrounding surfaces will not be disturbed. In these cases we will carry out any minor repairs and submit a variation quotation for more major work.

Fill in our contact form or give us a call. One of our team will be in touch to give an initial appraisal, we can then arrange for our surveyor to visit your home look at your windows in more detail and talk through the options available and costs. Please remember, unlike a lot of our competitors we are managed by Carpenters and Joiners, not salespeople, we don’t do pressure sales ask for massive deposits or tie you up in complex sales agreements.

Yes we do doors.