Keeping the craft of window restoration alive.

You can count on our experienced window restoration team to renew the beauty of your historical windows and make them efficient and operable again. We have spent decades protecting and restoring historic windows of all types. Read on to learn how we can prepare your windows for the next hundred years.

Services

Window Restoration & Repairs

Window Restoration / Window Reconditioning / Sash Repairs

Field Repairs to Window Frames

In-Shop/On-site Paint and Glazing Maintenance

Rot Repairs and Weathering Repairs

Historic Window Sash & Frame Reproduction

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Storm Windows & Exterior Repairs

Exterior Storm Windows / Custom Storm Windows / Storm Window Replacement

Exterior Window Opening Stabilization

Restoration Grade Carpentry Repairs

Rot Prevention & Repairs

Copper Flashing

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Window Maintenance & Services

Weather stripping / Leaky Window Solutions

Window Realignment

Re-string Sash Cord / Other Balance Systems

Glass Work: Old, Pattern, Leaded, Stained

Hardware: Repair, Restore or Replace

Interior Storm Windows

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Here's our Window Restoration and Storm Windows FAQ to help you get started.

Is it better to Replace or Recondition historic windows?

The question of Replacement vs. Reconditioning is understandably one of the primary reasons people call us.

If your windows were built before 1960, Reconditioning is the answer. We have never run into a window of this age that we couldn’t fix, because they were designed that way. When taken care of, these windows will last hundreds of years and hold the style

If they were built between 1960 and 1990, it primarily depends on their materials and the style they were built. These years produced a variety of new window styles which in short, were not designed with maintenance in mind.

If your windows were built since 1990, it is not likely they can be repaired. Modern homes are usually paired with modern windows built similarly with the goal of reducing maintenance at the cost of a lasting lifespan.

If you have an older home with failing modern windows and nonetheless would like to get yourself out of the replacement cycle, ask us about historic window reproduction.

We can usually tell how old a window is after asking a few questions. If you aren’t sure what to do, the first step is to call us!

What do I do if my historic windows are completely rotted?

If you have windows that were made before 1990 and have come to suspect they may be completely rotted, it would be wise to get our opinion before you replace them. It can be hard to tell if a window is built so it can be repaired unless you have years of experience in doing so.

The words “completely rotted” are used as a claim often made by modern window salespeople, and we regularly find it is not so. When we inspect these windows, it often turns out they are just dirty, or need a new coat of paint, or both.

When we do find a vintage style window with rot damage, it can always be fixed.

How do I STOP my windows from Rotting?

Window rot can be a frustrating problem for a homeowner to manage. Without a properly sealing storm window, the “dew-point” remains on the window sash, which often enables fungi to grow.

Another common culprit is improper flashing above the opening allowing excessive water to drip in the wrong place. Regardless of the cause, rotted material can be removed, repaired, and painted. This will fix the immediate problem, but unprotected windows will need regularly monitored for further deterioration.

Quicklinks

Helpful Links

We have a number of helpful resources for learning about historical windows and to help you get started on preserving your historic windows.

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YouTube

On our YouTube channel, you can find many helpful videos such as "How to Restring Sash Cord", "How to Repair Old Windows" and much more!

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Glossary

Click the link below to visit our Glossary and learn the different phrases and terms we use during a historical window project.

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