Sash Window Restorationby Stephen Westerman
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Restored timber sash windows on a Georgian terrace in Yorkshire
Harrogate · North Yorkshire

Sash Window Restoration Across Yorkshire

Restoration, draught proofing, glazing and painting from Stephen Westerman — a hands-on sash window company with 20+ years' experience, based near Harrogate and working right across Yorkshire.

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20+ years' experience Fully insured Free written quotes Yorkshire-wide
Free, no-obligation quotes
Why choose us

What Yorkshire homeowners can count on

Hands-On Craftsman

Stephen carries out every job himself — no sales team, no subcontractors.

20+ Years' Experience

Two decades restoring sash windows across Yorkshire.

Fully Insured

Full insurance cover on every job, for complete peace of mind.

Written Quotes

A clear, itemised quote before any work starts — no surprises.

Character Retained

Restoration, glazing and draught-proofing that keep period features intact.

Yorkshire-Wide

Harrogate, Knaresborough, York, Leeds and a wide surrounding area.

What we do

Sash window services, one craftsman

From a single stiff sash to a full house of restorations — every job starts with a free survey and a clear, honest quote.

A fully restored timber sash bay window, freshly painted white, on a Yorkshire property

Sash Window Restoration

A full restoration can add decades of life to an original timber sash window.

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Close-up of brass sash pulleys and cord during a sash window draught-proofing job

Sash Window Draught Proofing

Professionally draught-proofed sash windows can cut draughts through the frame by up to 50%.

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A newly glazed timber sash window frame ready for installation in the workshop

Sash Window Double Glazing

Slimline double glazing can be retrofitted into original sash frames, so the windows never need replacing.

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Freshly painted white timber sash windows drying in the workshop before installation

Sash Window Painting

A correctly prepared repaint can protect timber sashes for 8–10 years before it needs doing again.

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Stephen Westerman restoring an upper-storey sash window on a period building in Ripon
Repair over replace

Restored, not replaced — and built to keep working

Most sash windows aren't beyond saving, even when they look it. Restoration treats and repairs the original timber rather than ripping it out for uPVC — which keeps the character of the property intact and, in most cases, works out more cost-effective too.

  • Free survey and a clear, written quote before anything starts
  • Trade-priced materials matched to your original windows
  • Fully insured, with the site left clean and tidy

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20+

Years restoring sash windows

4

Core services, one craftsman

28

Towns & areas covered

Free

Surveys & written quotes

How it works

From enquiry to finished windows

A straightforward, no-pressure process from first call to finished restoration.

01

Get in touch

Call or send a few details about your windows and what needs doing.

02

Free survey & quote

Stephen visits, assesses each window, and gives a clear, written quote.

03

Restoration carried out

Careful, tidy work to the agreed specification, using trade materials.

04

Finished & protected

Windows cleaned up, running smoothly, and ready for years more service.

Our work

Recent sash window work around Yorkshire

Restorations, repairs and rebuilds carried out by Stephen across Harrogate and the surrounding area.

Restored Georgian townhouse sash windows and balcony on a Yorkshire terraceSash window restoration in progress behind scaffolding on a Yorkshire propertyA sash window frame stripped back to bare timber during restorationWorkshop bench with sash window frames and timber ready for restorationA pair of made-to-measure glazed timber doors built in the workshopTimber glazing bars laid out in the workshop during a sash window rebuild
Reviews

What our customers say

A few words from homeowners Stephen has worked for across Yorkshire.

Stephen's attention to detail and genuine care for the finished job stood out — a true craftsman in the old-fashioned sense, and his customer service couldn't be faulted.
Homeowner Harrogate
We were delighted with the standard of work and the professionalism shown throughout — every detail was considered, right through to the clean-up.
Homeowner Knaresborough
A competitive quote, reliable timekeeping, and a genuinely friendly, professional job from start to finish. Would happily recommend.
Homeowner North Yorkshire
Coverage

Working across Harrogate & Yorkshire

Based near Harrogate and working outward across North and West Yorkshire. See the full list on our coverage page.

Core coverage

  • Harrogate
  • Knaresborough
  • Ripon
  • Wetherby
  • Boroughbridge
  • Pateley Bridge
  • Ripley
  • York

Wider coverage

  • Leeds
  • Otley
  • Ilkley
  • Skipton
  • Tadcaster
  • Thirsk
  • Northallerton
  • Selby

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Questions

Frequently asked

The questions Yorkshire homeowners ask us most about sash window restoration.

What does sash window restoration actually involve?
It depends on the condition of the window, but typically means treating or cutting out any rotten timber, repairing or replacing sills and sashes, renewing cords and pulleys, and easing the window so it opens and closes properly again. Every job starts with a survey so you know what's needed before anything is agreed.
How much does sash window restoration cost in Yorkshire?
It depends entirely on the window — its size, condition, and how much of the timber needs replacing. A window with minor rot and a stiff sash is a very different job to one needing a full rebuild. Every job gets a free survey and a clear, written quote before any work starts, so you know the price upfront.
Can you repair sash windows instead of replacing them with uPVC?
In most cases, yes. Timber sash windows can usually be repaired or restored rather than replaced outright — it works out more cost-effective than uPVC replacements and keeps the character of the property intact. A full replacement is only needed when the timber is beyond saving.
Do you offer draught proofing for sash windows?
Yes — draught proofing is one of our most requested services. A brush and seal system is fitted around the sashes to cut out draughts, reduce noise and stop dirt getting in, without changing how the window looks or operates. It can be done on its own or alongside a full restoration.
Can sash windows be double glazed without losing their character?
Yes. Slimline double-glazed units can be fitted within the existing glazing bars, or a new like-for-like sash built where needed, so the window keeps its original proportions and sightlines while performing far better for heat and noise.
Which areas of Yorkshire do you cover?
We're based around Harrogate and cover Harrogate, Knaresborough, York, Leeds and a wide area of North and West Yorkshire — see the full list on our coverage page. If your area isn't listed, get in touch anyway.
How long does sash window restoration take?
It depends on the number of windows and how much repair each one needs — a single window with straightforward work can be turned around quickly, while a full house of restorations takes longer. You'll get a realistic timeframe with your quote.
Are you a fully insured sash window company?
Yes, all work is fully insured. Stephen carries out every job himself — you're dealing with the person doing the work, not a call centre or a subcontractor.
Local to Harrogate

A Yorkshire-based sash window company

Based near Harrogate and working across Knaresborough, York, Leeds and the wider Yorkshire area. Call, or send over the details of the job for a free survey and quote.

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Got a sash window that needs attention?

Call direct or send over the details for a free survey and quote — covering Harrogate and the wider Yorkshire area.

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