Sash Cords and Pulley Repairs Bristol
Get your sash windows moving smoothly again
Sash cords connect the moving window to its counterweights. When a cord wears or breaks, the sash may become heavy, drop or fail to stay in position.
Signs that sash cords or pulleys need attention
A traditional sash window uses cords, pulleys and counterweights to help the sashes move. If a cord frays, breaks or comes away, the window may become difficult to lift or may not stay open. A stiff or noisy pulley can also affect operation.
Look out for a sash that drops, feels unusually heavy, rattles or will not remain in position. Avoid forcing a window that feels unsafe or jammed, as this may cause further damage.
Cord replacement and pulley checks
We inspect the window and its operating parts, then replace worn or broken cords where required. Pulleys can be checked and serviced, and the sash can be adjusted so the counterweights help it move as intended.
The work is carried out with care for the existing joinery. The exact process depends on the window’s design and condition.
Part of a wider window repair
Cord problems can occur alongside other issues, such as worn timber, poor alignment or draughts. If we find related faults, we can explain them and discuss whether further repair or refurbishment would help.
Read more about sash window repair or sash window refurbishment.
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Excellent service throughout. Luke was very helpful and informative on the phone when we initially enquired and clearly knew what he was talking about. Which meant that he could resolve the problem very quickly when he came on site. Highly recommended.
I recently had one of my sash window fixed. Luke was very helpful and friendly.
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Extremely happy with both the prompt service and the very high level of knowledge and expertise.
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Very happy with this company. Efficient, polite and very clean. Happy to recommend to all. Thank you
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