Bromley · Greater London
Window Repairs in Bromley
Is your uPVC door in Bromley dragging, sticking or hard to lock? Our glaziers can adjust it or replace the gearbox, hinges or cylinder.
- BR1
- BR2
- BR3
- BR4
- BR5
- BR6
- Guide from £65
uPVC window repairs for homes and businesses in Bromley
Repairs usually take a single visit when the part can be identified and is carried on the van. Unusual or discontinued parts may need ordering. The glazier then returns to fit them, and in the meantime can usually leave the window or door secure and working.
Friction stays are the hinges on most uPVC and aluminium casement windows. When the sliding shoe wears or the arms bend, the window drops, binds or will not stay open. Replacements must match the stay's length, stack height and type, which the glazier measures before ordering.
In England, upper-floor windows serving bedrooms often double as escape windows. Replacing hinges with restricted-opening stays can reduce the opening below what is needed. Egress hinges give a wider opening for escape, so the glazier checks which type the window needs before fitting.
Window restrictors limit how far a window opens, which can help reduce the risk of falls from upper floors. Many restrictors can be released by an adult, so the window can still be opened fully for escape or cleaning. They can usually be fitted to existing windows.
What you get
- Written quote fixing the price for parts and work
- Matched replacement hinges, stays, handles or locks
- Check that windows and doors lock and seal
- Removal of old parts and packaging
Local details for Bromley
- Postcodes covered
- BR1, BR2, BR3, BR4, BR5, BR6, BR7, SE20 and the surrounding area, including Beckenham, Catford and Lewisham
- Coast
- Bromley is well inland, around 25 km from the nearest coast, so salt exposure is not usually a factor.
- Daylight and sun
- In Bromley the midwinter sun reaches about 15° above the horizon at noon, with roughly 7.6 hours of daylight, rising to about 62° and 16.4 hours in midsummer. Windows and doors on sunny elevations expand and contract more with temperature, which can make them stick in summer and catch the frame. Dark-coloured doors absorb more heat, so hinge adjustment may be needed after hot spells.
- Access and setting
- In flats and terraced homes, working on upper-floor windows may need to be done from inside. Security matters on street-facing doors, so anti-snap cylinders and secure handles are worth considering. Parking near the property can affect access.
- Rules in England
- Approved Document Q applies to new homes in England, where doors and windows are expected to meet PAS 24 or an equivalent standard. It does not apply to replacements in existing homes, but PAS 24 products are still a sensible choice.
Guide prices in Bromley
| Typical job | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Replace a pair of window hinges | £95 – £145 |
| Replace a window locking mechanism | £125 – £195 |
| Replace a door multipoint lock | £195 – £325 |
| Fit an anti-snap cylinder | £65 – £115 |
Get a guide price for your size
Approved Document B covers escape windows. Where an existing window is an escape route, typically in first-floor bedrooms, its replacement should give at least the same escape opening as before.
What you can choose
Espagnolette lock and gearbox
Replacement locking bar or gearbox for windows that will not lock, have a spinning handle or feel stiff to operate.
Handles and window restrictors
New locking handles for windows and doors, and restrictors that limit how far upper-floor windows open.
Friction stay replacement
New hinges for uPVC and aluminium casement windows, matched for length and stack height, including egress stays for escape windows.
Window Repairs in Bromley: questions
How do I look after window and door hardware?
Clean dirt from tracks, keeps and hinges, then apply a light machine oil or silicone spray to moving parts once or twice a year. Keep frame drainage slots clear. Do not force handles that feel stiff, as this can break gearboxes. Report a dropping door or sticking handle early, as small adjustments are easier than replacing parts.
What does it cost to replace a window hinge or door lock?
The cost depends on the part, whether it is standard or discontinued, how many windows or doors need work, and access. Gearboxes and full multipoint strips cost more than a single handle or cylinder. See the guide prices for typical repairs, then get a written quote once the glazier has identified the exact part needed.
Can you find parts for old or discontinued windows?
Often, yes. Many hinges, locks and gearboxes are made to common sizes, and modern equivalents exist for many older designs. The glazier measures key dimensions such as backset, length and stack height. If an exact match is not available, the quote will explain the nearest option and any adaptation needed.
My door handle spins and the door will not lock. What is wrong?
A handle that spins without moving the lock usually means the gearbox inside the door has failed, or the spindle connecting handle and gearbox has broken. The gearbox can often be replaced on its own. If the door is stuck locked, the glazier can usually open it without damaging the frame before fitting the new part.
Do you cover Bromley for window repairs?
Yes. We can quote for window repairs across Bromley and the surrounding Greater London area, including postcode districts BR1, BR2, BR3, BR4 and BR5, and nearby Beckenham, Catford and Lewisham. Start with your postcode on the quote form and a glazier will talk through the job, explain any charge before booking and give you a written quote.
Get a written quote in Bromley
Clear guide prices, any charge explained before booking, and one point of contact for every glazing job.