Timber Windows
Old timber frames removed, the opening inspected, and a new sealed window fitted, no draughts, no surprises.
What Goes Wrong
Cutting corners on the opening inspection is where most timber replacements go wrong.
Fitting a new frame over a damp or rotted opening transfers the damage to the new unit within a season or two.
The installer checks the opening for damp spread, lintel movement, and sill damage before the new frame is ordered.
A new window fitted without full-perimeter sealant still lets in draughts, the frame looks new but performs like the old one.
Sealant is applied to every face of the frame, and draught-proof seals run the full perimeter of the sash.
Filling soft or cracked timber delays the inevitable, widespread rot means the frame no longer holds a seal reliably.
The on-site survey sets out both options in writing so the decision is based on actual frame condition, not assumption.
Damage found mid-job, rot in the surrounding structure, a shifted lintel, leads to unplanned costs and delays.
Any structural issues found during the opening inspection are added to the quote before the new window is ordered.
Scope of Work
From a single failing sash to a full run of original timber frames, the scope is set out in the written quote before work begins.
The entire frame, sashes, and glazing unit are removed and replaced with a new timber-framed double-glazed window.
One failing window replaced independently, leaving the rest of the property’s frames untouched and undisturbed.
On-site inspection of frame condition, sill, and surrounding structure before any replacement work is agreed or ordered.
New draught-proof seals fitted throughout, sealant applied on all faces, and surrounding plasterwork or render made good.
Original sash windows replaced like-for-like in timber.
Old single-glazed frames swapped for sealed double-glazed units.
Old frames and glazing taken away on the day of fitting.
Timber Replacement Done Right
Replacing a wooden window is straightforward when the opening is sound, the inspection before fitting is what protects the new unit.
Havering has a high proportion of older terraced and semi-detached housing where original timber windows are still in place. Rot at the sill or corners, recurring draughts despite repainting, and sashes that no longer close flush are the clearest signs that repair has run its course. The installer assesses the frame condition on site and sets out both options, repair and replacement, in the written quote before anything is removed.
Once replacement is agreed, the old timber frame and sashes are taken out carefully to avoid damaging the surrounding plasterwork or external render. The opening is inspected for damp, rot spread into the surrounding structure, and any movement in the lintel or sill. Any damage found is noted in the quote before the new frame is ordered, so there are no surprises on the day of fitting.
The new timber window is fitted into the prepared opening, sealed on all faces with sealant, and checked for smooth operation before the installer leaves. Glazing units are double-glazed as standard, and draught-proof seals run the full perimeter of the sash. Single windows can be replaced independently, there is no requirement to change all windows at once if only one has failed.
Why Choose Us
Local knowledge, a clear written process, and accountability from survey to sign-off.
A local installer visits the property first. Nothing is ordered until the frame condition is recorded on site.
The itemised quote covers repair and replacement side by side, so the decision is yours with full cost visibility.
Damage found during the opening inspection is added to the quote before work continues, not invoiced afterwards.
We connect customers with local installers familiar with the timber frames common in Havering’s period housing stock.
Work is timed to keep the property open to the elements for as short a period as possible on fitting day.
Old frames, sashes, and glazing are removed from site as part of the job, no skips left on the drive.
How It Works
01
Tell us the symptoms and property type, and we arrange a local installer to visit and assess the frames on site.
02
You receive an itemised quote covering materials, labour, and removal, with repair and replacement options set out clearly.
03
The old window is removed, the opening checked, and the new sealed timber frame is fitted and tested before the installer leaves.
Pricing Estimates
| Job | Typical cost | Typical duration |
|---|---|---|
| Wood window frame replacement | £900-£1,400 | Half day |
| Timber casement window | £900-£1,800 | Half day |
| Timber sash window | £1,400-£2,500 | Half day to 1 day |
| Bespoke timber window | £1,800-£3,500 | 1 day |
| Whole-house timber replacement | £8,000-£22,000 | 1-3 days |
Tell us the symptoms and the property type. We arrange a local installer to survey the frames and return a written quote before anything is ordered. There is no charge for the survey or the quote.