Common Questions and Answers

Question/ What should I look for when choosing a Window Repairs Company

Answer/ If you have traditional timber double hung, box frame sash windows and require repairs, this is a specialist job, and most builders and carpenters are not set up to do this work. Look for a specialist window repair company such as Sydney Sash Window Repairs. With many years of experience, we are a small company and have been in the business of specialist repairs for over 10 years, our employees have been with us for over 10 years.

Question/ What are the benefits (cons/pros) of hiring a professional window repair company vs yourself -DIY.

Answer/ Traditional sash windows were designed to be repaired, and require specialist tools, parts and knowledge. Most builders don’t carry out the repairs as they don’t have the expertise and even if they did, would have to spend a few days sourcing and collecting the parts such as replacement glass, beadings, profiles, extra weights, pulleys, ropes, spiral balances to complete the job correctly. For the DIY home owner, without the right parts and expertise you will find yourself frustrated and looking for advice, and will no doubt end up calling a professional such as Sydney Sash Window Repairs. We have developed good relationships with a large variety of responsible suppliers and we will have the job completed quickly and efficiently.

Question/ What should I keep in mind when choosing a professional window repairer.

Answer / Check their Google reviews as these are a window into the company, its ethics and practices. Sydney Sash Window Repairs has many five star reviews.

If you have home, strata or commercial window repairs look for a company that has many years of firsthand experience such as Sydney Sash Window Repairs. Look for good communication skills for your questions, and communication for scheduling, work practices, payment and finished product. Sydney Sash Window Repairs has extensive documents outlining the pricing and processes required.

Question/ When or why its time to repair or upgrade your windows - selling the property, middle of reno or just bought the property. (New vs Repair)

Answer/ When selling a property, having functional windows is important for prospective buyers to see. Nobody wants to buy a new property with all the windows painted shut. If you have just purchased a property with non-functioning windows, having them renovated professionally provides peace of mind, ventilation and family health and safety.