Timber Sash Window and French Door Installation
Window and Door Installation
Attention to detail is crucial when it comes to timber sash window installation and installing French doors. When installing windows and doors in period properties, which can often be hundreds of years old, unexpected challenges can often occur.
From structural surprises to ensuring the new windows blend in with the properties aesthetic, attention to detail in every stage is paramount.
Our experienced installation team, trained by Todi himself, specialises in both timber window installation and French door installation, delivering every project with care and professionalism.
What makes a great sash window installation?
All great sash window installations focus on precision, attention to detail and patience. Ensuring that the window is securely fitted in the frame, with proper alignment and smooth operation is very difficult, but essential.
Also, the use of high-quality materials such as accoya or sapele, along with quality glazing and ironmongery helps prevent draughts and heat loss.
Skilled window and door installers, such as ours, will take care to preserve the unique features of a property, whether that be a feature from the period of the property or some fancy brickwork on a new build.
Want to see what it’s like to be in the fitting team? Watch the video below
What makes a great French door installation?
A great French door installation is about more than fitting doors into a frame, it requires precision, quality craftsmanship and extensive knowledge. Proper timber french door installation ensures that doors are level, secure and properly aligned, which prevent issues such as difficulty opening and closing.
A skilled French door installer also focuses on maintaining the aesthetic character of the property, ensuring that the doors enhance your home’s style while providing long-term functionality. High-quality materials, proper sealing and attention to detail when fitting can make a seamless French door installation that lasts for years.
How to prepare for a window or door installation
How to Prepare for a Window or Door Installation: Step-by-Step Guide
- Clear the Area: Remove any easy to move furniture, rugs or other items that could obstruct our work. Don’t worry about large heavy items like beds or wardrobes, we will move them.
- Dust Protection:Our fitters cover all of the working spaces in the house to protect the floor from dust, dirt and debris. Where there’s carpet, we use thick carpet protection film that runs all the way to the skirting and put dust sheets under the windows and doors. On wood and stone floors, we use 2mm thick corrugated boards that protect the flooring from being damaged.
- Remove Fragile Items: Before we get there, it’s a good idea to remove any delicate objects such as artwork or ornaments, or anything valuable that you don’t want anyone else handling.
- Create a Clear Path: Ensure there is easy access to the installation site for both the installers and any rubbish removal.
By following these steps, you can do your part to ensure the installation process goes smoothly and with minimal disruption.
Tips to ensure a smooth Door and window installation
A smooth door and window installation begins with the communication between you and one of our project managers. You’ll have plenty of time to inform them of any special requests around installation and they will do their best to assist you with any queries. Here’s how we ensure a stress-free experience when fitting wooden French doors or sash windows.
Before We Begin
If you’d like us to start in a certain room so that we don’t disturb you, let us know before installation day.
- Prepare Your Space: As per the instructions above, move any valuable or fragile items away from the windows or doors being replaced.
- Disable Alarms: If you have a burglar alarm, please make sure it’s turned off, especially if you’ll be out!
- Inform About Cables: If any cables need to be moved or might obstruct the process, please let us know in advance.
The more details we have about the space we’re working in, the better we can plan and prevent potential issues.
How We Work
For a full house installation, we usually start at the top of the property and work our way down (this can depend on your specific project). This minimises dust, dirt and disruption to your routine. If you’d prefer us to start in a different area, please let us know, we’re happy to change our approach to suit your needs.
After Installation
Once we have completed the fitting and packed away the tools, we will make sure to leave your property tidy and remove any waste. This is something our customers praise us for, and Todi has a saying that he instills into the teams of fitters, “leave every home asif it were your own!”.
However, we don’t handle redecoration or “making good”. For example, we don’t repaint walls or exterior rendering around the new windows and doors. If you need assistance with redecorating, we’re happy to recommend you to one of our trusted partners.
Handling Snagging Issues
Although our fitters are amazing at what they do, minor imperfections or adjustments can occur in a door or window installation, just like any other building work. These are known as snags and are often easy to fix. If you notice any issues during the installation process, please inform your project manager straight away. This allows us to address them quickly while work is ongoing.
For more significant problems, such as alignment issues or functional problems, please report them as soon as possible so that they can be prioritised and resolved quickly. In the rare case that something does go wrong, communication is key to ensuring your satisfaction.
After the installation is complete, you might notice additional snags once you’ve had time to use and inspect the new windows or doors. Please create a list of these, as this helps us address all concerns in one go. If possible, share photographs of any issues to provide clarity.
Our goal is to ensure you’re happy with the final result. We will make adjustments until everything meets your expectations, leaving you with beautifully installed, functional windows and doors that perfectly suit your home.
By taking these steps and maintaining open communication, we can ensure your sash window installation or French door fitting is smooth, efficient, and stress-free.
Sash window and French door installation in London
Our reputation for expertly fitting timber sash windows and traditional French doors comes from our skilled and efficient team. We work quickly while maintaining a clean and tidy workspace, ensuring minimal disruption to your home.
With years of experience in sash window installation and French door installation across London, we’ve successfully completed projects for countless satisfied customers.
No matter the scope of your vision, we’re here to discuss your ideas and make them a reality. Get in touch to start your project today!
Other areas of expertise
Finish
The highest quality spray paint applied with a methodical preparation system that is specially designed to make our windows and doors make your home look beautiful for decades.
Construction
We never compromise the 100 year old traditional joinery of the past. All the modern benefits of new windows and doors with the same elegant profiles as your originals.
Maintenance
Small investments in time taking care of your windows and doors will pay dividends over the years. Find out the best practices to keep your windows and doors looking beautiful.
Joints
What separates timber windows and doors that last years or decades? The secret is hidden in the joints. Our traditional joints are essential to windows and doors that last decades.
Draught Proofing
A small detail that has a huge impact on your home. Draught seals are easy to add and difficult to masterfully blend into your windows and doors. What makes good draught proofing?
Locks and ironmongery
A cross between padlocks and jewellery. We use high-security locks paired with beautiful ironmongery. So what makes a lock keep you safe whilst complementing your home decor?
Double Glazing
Double glazing will insulate your home, reduce noise, make your home safer, and increase your home's value. We're one of a handful of joineries that make our own double glazing.
