Sash window restoration is very important and finding the right company for the task is equally important. Sash windows are a classic type of window that may not hold up to new modern windows but may be up to par given the proper restoration. There are a lot of problems associated with these types of windows, which is why you will eventually need restoration services if you want to keep the classic look while getting the modern benefits of the newer types of windows. Here’s what you need to know when choosing your restoration team.
Read through reviews
How do you choose the best sash window restoration company? One of the most important things to look at is sash windows London reviews. By reading through these reviews, you are going to be able to find companies that have a solid reputation in the industry. You can also learn more about the company and what you can expect from them. Although this can be the best place for you to start searching, it shouldn’t be the only place that you check to find a company. You can pick some of the best-reviewed companies, then get quotes from each of these companies to help you decide between the best of your options.
Meet with the company
Reviews can be a great starting point, but there are a lot of things that you won’t find out from just the reviews. Sometimes these reviews may not be authentic, which is why meeting with the company is necessary before hiring them. Meeting with the companies you are deciding on can help you figure out who they are as a company and learn more about them such as if they have the proper licenses and insurance for the job. You can also discover how well they can communicate with you, which is important whenever you are getting any work done on your home.
Consider the price and other fees
There are more things to consider than just the price of the job as well. Are there any hidden fees? Make sure that you know what to expect up front so there are no surprises at the end of the job. You want a company that has an open line of communications with you so that you stay informed every step of this process. You should also be careful not to pick companies that offer very low quotes. You may end up getting exactly what you paid for and not the best quality and may also end up with other surprises at the end of the project.
Using a sash window London review can give you a good idea on which companies are the best choices, but you want to make sure that you hire the right team. Ask your friends and family members for recommendations. Meet with the company to see which team is the best one for your needs. You should always meet with at least 3 different companies to compare their quotes and what work they say needs to be done. This will give you an idea of the scope of the project. Get a detailed explanation of the quote, then decide on the best sash restoration company for you.
Pieter Boyce
Wooden Window and Door Specialist
This article was written on behalf of Fortis & Hooke by Pieter Boyce. Pieter has an intense passion for English Architectural history and has been specialising in the conservation of original wooden windows and doors for decades. His exceptional knowledge of timber windows and doors, both listed or non-listed, is attributed to his hands-on approach to learning all aspects of the complete restoration of original features as well as having personally surveyed thousands of items throughout his long tenure as a head surveyor for one of the largest window and door restoration companies in the UK. He now runs a boutique wooden window and door consultancy and fervently champions the retention of original windows and doors. To learn more of Pieter’s services, visit his website at www.boultonboyce.co.uk.