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A range of tools are needed when starting a sash window repair business. Good quality tools are essential for quality work and will last longer. Quality generates word-of-mouth advertising which is ideal for a one man show.

This style of window has been used since the late Eighteenth Century and the basic principle behind them has remained unchanged. Some parts can still be bought off the shelf but other pieces will need to be made by a joiner.

The windows were designed in such a way that dismantling them is a simple task. Designers recognised that weather and time would take their toll and simplified the design in accordance with this.

Many buildings with sash windows are classified as heritage buildings and replacing the old wooden sashes with plastic or aluminium frames is a travesty. The wood will warp, cords will fray and pulley mechanisms seize up but keeping the original ambiance is preferable.

Wooden windows will last for hundreds of years if maintained and painted regularly whereas plastic or aluminium version cannot be repaired easily and carry only a ten year guarantee. Mouldings and traditional details are not replicable in modern materials. It is imperative to retain the old windows were possible.

The owner needs to inspect his windows regularly once a year but many would prefer to outsource the work and this is where you come in.

The paintwork will generally begin to flake or crack and should be stripped and repainted at five year intervals. The cords may have broken. Failed putty and loose or broken panes are easy to replace. Often the wood has decayed due to lack of maintenance especially along the bottom strip. Fillers can be used for small areas of decay while loose corner joints can have corner brackets placed over them to strengthen them. It is recommended that you check with the local building regulations for rules regarding ventilation needs when doing sash window repair.

The actual work you will do consists of treatment of rot, putting in new glass panes, cords and weights. Repainting will require a full stripping of the wood using sugar soap or detergent and removing all dust. Be careful with very old windows with lead paint which releases toxins when removed.

Starting your own sash window repair business will give you an plethora of jobs as they are so prevalent and well-like.

If you have been considering doing a sash window refurbishment, you should check out the information provided by a professional information seminar. A sash window workshop can demonstrate the benefits of repairing or renovating your windows.