Windows and Doors Repairs Great Dunmow
At Total Fix, we know that damaged windows and doors can create a range of issues for homeowners in Great Dunmow. Whether it’s a broken lock, a cracked window, or a drafty door, these problems can impact both the security and comfort of your home. That’s where our professional repair services come in. With years of experience in windows and doors repairs, we specialize in providing quick, efficient, and cost-effective solutions that restore your home’s functionality and appeal.
Why Choose Total Fix for Your Windows and Doors Repairs in Great Dunmow?
Windows and doors are essential to the security, insulation, and aesthetic of your home. When they become damaged or start to show signs of wear and tear, it’s important to address the issue before it worsens. At Total Fix, we are committed to delivering high-quality repairs that not only restore the function of your windows and doors but also enhance the overall comfort and security of your home.
Our expert team provides a wide range of window and door repair services in Great Dunmow, including:
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Lock and Security Repairs: A broken lock can compromise the security of your home. Our technicians can repair or replace faulty locks and handles, ensuring that your windows and doors provide the safety you need.
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Glass Repair and Replacement: Cracked or shattered glass can be both a safety hazard and an eyesore. We offer professional glass repair and replacement services, ensuring that your windows are secure and properly sealed.
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Draft Repairs: If you notice drafts coming through your windows or doors, it’s likely due to worn-out seals or weatherstripping. We provide sealing solutions that help reduce energy loss, improve insulation, and make your home more comfortable.
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Sticking or Misaligned Windows and Doors: Over time, windows and doors can become misaligned, making them difficult to open or close. Our team can realign or adjust your windows and doors to restore their functionality.
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Frame and Sill Repairs: Damaged frames or sills can affect the integrity of your windows and doors, leading to water leakage or poor insulation. We offer expert frame and sill repair services to ensure the long-term durability and performance of your windows and doors.
Why Total Fix is the Right Choice for Your Window and Door Repairs in Great Dunmow
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Expertise You Can Trust: Our team has years of experience in handling all types of window and door repairs. Whether it’s uPVC, timber, or aluminium, we have the skills to work with a variety of materials, ensuring your repairs are done correctly.
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Fast and Reliable Service: We understand that when your windows or doors are damaged, it can cause significant inconvenience. That’s why we offer fast, reliable service that minimizes disruption to your daily life. We work efficiently to get your windows and doors back to their best.
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Quality Materials for Lasting Repairs: At Total Fix, we only use high-quality materials to ensure that our repairs stand the test of time. Whether it’s replacing a lock or installing new glass, we ensure that every repair is made with durable and reliable components.
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Affordable and Transparent Pricing: We provide upfront, transparent pricing with no hidden fees, giving you peace of mind that you’re receiving fair, competitive rates for the services we provide.
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Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed: Our primary goal is your satisfaction. We take the time to understand your needs, offer expert advice, and ensure the job is done right the first time. Our team’s dedication to customer service makes us a trusted choice in Great Dunmow.
Contact Total Fix for Your Window and Door Repairs in Great Dunmow
If you need window and door repairs in Great Dunmow, Total Fix is the trusted choice. From broken locks to cracked glass, we offer comprehensive repair services that restore the functionality, security, and comfort of your home. Contact us today for an affordable, efficient, and reliable service that exceeds your expectations. Let us help you get your windows and doors back in perfect condition!
Window maintenance and identifying problems
The importance of properly maintaining the windows in your home cannot be overstated. That’s because in addition to potentially affecting the value of your property, the condition of your windows can have a significant effect on both how comfortable your home is to live in and how much energy is required to heat and cool your living areas.
To help identify problems with your windows and the best course of action to take, we have provided some expert guidance in four easy steps.
Step 1: Visually inspect both sides of the windows
Inspect your windows for any evidence of rot (timber windows) or other damage to the hinges or jambs (the vertical parts that form the side of a window frame). Check if any of the seals are damaged, and if there are any chips in or around the glass.
Windows can be damaged by the sun, water and other weather exposure, so check for signs of this. If your windows have any of these faults which are compromising their performance or aesthetic looks (or both), you may wish to consider getting them repaired before any further damage occurs.
Step 2: Test the performance of your windows
Can you open and close your windows? Sounds obvious but sometimes windows stick due to paint, heat expansion or a broken handle. Also, check if there are any noticeable draughts. All of these are signs your windows may need repairing.
On rare occasions you may see condensation between the panes of a glass sealed unit where the seal of the sealed unit have failed. If so, the sealed unit will need to be replaced and this can usually be done quite easily by your window repair company, although they will have to take exact measurements to order a sealed unit specific to size.
Step 3: Analyse the impact on your living environment
Energy efficiency
Window quality may well be affecting your heating bills. If you have single glazed windows, then it could make a tremendous difference to the comfort of your home and your heating bills if you were to replace them with energy efficient double or triple glazed windows. New energy efficient glazing has the ability to reflect heat back into the room due to a low-emissivity (“Low E”) coating which has the effect of reducing heat loss through the windows.
Instead of replacing your windows, a less expensive option to improve energy efficiency would be to consider installing secondary glazing inside your existing windows, to form “double glazing”, however your existing windows must be in excellent condition.
Noise reduction
Are you affected by noise? If you live near noisy roads or other types of noise disturbance, then you can improve your living comfort by replacing windows to double or triple glazing that can reduce the passage of sound. Glass sealed units with enhanced acoustic options are available to reduce the noise further.
Again, if you wish to reduce noise and keep your existing windows, installing secondary glazing is a less expensive option. And for noise reduction, the bigger the gap between your existing windows and the secondary glazing the better. The head and jambs of the windows within that gap can then be lined with acoustic material if desired to further reduce the noise levels.
Ventilation
It is important to ensure that adequate ventilation is maintained when replacing your windows. This will allow for good air flow and reduce the risk of condensation on the inside of the windows.
Step 4: Consider the age of your home
Older homes – It‘s hard to decide if you should replace windows when they are original features of the house. If your home has stained or leaded glass, then replacing them could reduce the value of your home.
However, the good news is that these days window manufacturers can replicate your stained or leaded glass in energy efficient replacement windows.
If you have a home which is centuries old and listed, then you will need to obtain permission from your local planning officer for any changes. There are specialist glass suppliers who can locate such replicas of centuries-old glass if pieces are damaged.
Similarly, if your home is in an area covered by an “Article 4 Direction”, then you will need to obtain permission from your local planning officer for any changes. Homes in Conservation areas have permitted development rights and do not need planning permission to change windows, so long as the replacement windows are of similar aesthetics to your existing ones.
Still unsure? Contact Us 07958 903 275
If you are unsure about whether to repair or replace windows in your home, it’s a good idea to talk to a glazing professional who can advise you on your options and provide quotes if necessary.
Great Dunmow
We operate in Great Dunmow, a historic market town within the Uttlesford district of Essex. Great Dunmow is located to the north of the A120 road and is only 6 miles away from Stansted Airport.