Windows & Doors in Dulwich
Repairs, adjustments and installation for windows and doors — security, draughts and smooth operation.
- Covering SE21, SE22
- Local South London team
- Local South London team
- Free, no-obligation quotes
- Covering SE21, SE22
- One team, every trade
Much of Dulwich Village and the streets around it sit within a conservation area, and owners here rightly expect windows and doors to be repaired sympathetically rather than swapped out. That suits how we like to work: original timber sashes are eased, re-corded, re-beaded and draught-proofed so they run and seal properly again, and period front doors are rehung, weatherproofed and fitted with discreet, secure modern locks, keeping the character of the house while bringing comfort and security up to standard. Cracked or misted glass is renewed and old putty made good so the repair sits right with the rest of the joinery, and a dropped or dragging door is eased back to a clean, quiet close.
We cover SE21 and SE22 from Dulwich Village and College Road through East Dulwich and along Lordship Lane towards Herne Hill, working mainly for homeowners in the substantial period houses where the finish matters, and for the landlords letting the conversions off Lordship Lane. The larger houses often have whole runs of sashes and tall casements that we overhaul room by room so every window opens, closes and latches cleanly, rather than tackling one and leaving the rest. Heavy panelled front doors are rehung on sound hinges and their locks brought up to standard.
We are straight about repair versus replacement. On a period home in a conservation area a careful repair is almost always the right answer, both for the look of the house and for the cost, and we will tell you when it is, then fit new, in-keeping units cleanly on the rare occasion it is not. One team across every trade, a clear price before we begin, and the house left tidy. Call 0333 011 1874.
Why Dulwich chooses 247 Property Maintenance
One dependable local team, honest pricing and tidy work — the things that actually matter when someone's coming to your home.
One trusted local team
From a dripping tap to a full refurbishment, a single reliable team handles it — no juggling multiple contractors for your property.
Fast, flexible response
We work around you and aim to get to jobs quickly, with same-day appointments where our schedule allows.
Fair, upfront pricing
Clear, affordable quotes before we start, so there are no surprises when the job is done.
Homeowners & landlords
Trusted for private homes and rental properties alike — reactive repairs, planned maintenance and end-of-tenancy work.
Local to London
Based in South London (SW16) and covering London and the surrounding towns — a local team that knows the area.
Tidy, professional work
Experienced tradespeople who treat your property with respect and leave it clean and finished properly.
Why Dulwich homes and landlords rely on us for window and door work
The grand houses in the Village and around Dulwich Park and Court Lane were built with big timber sashes, sometimes several to a room, and the cold that owners notice in winter is almost always draught coming through tired sashes and gappy doors. Overhauling them, with new cords, renewed beads and slimline draught-proofing, makes the rooms noticeably warmer while keeping the glazing and joinery exactly as the house intended, which is what a conservation-area home calls for.
Because so much of this stock sits in a conservation area, the emphasis is always on repair and like-for-like. We take time over original sash boxes, glazing bars and panelled doors, matching what is there rather than reaching for a replacement, which is what keeps a Dulwich home both in keeping and easier to heat year on year. It is slower, careful work, and it is what the area and its owners expect.
In the Victorian and Edwardian terraces around East Dulwich and Lordship Lane, and the flats converted from them, the jobs are more everyday: a painted-shut sash freed, a dropped flat door rehung, worn locks made secure and perished seals renewed. They are handled with the same care, whether the home is owner-occupied or let.
About windows & doors
Windows and doors work covers repairing, adjusting and installing the windows and the external and internal doors that keep a home secure, warm and easy to use — from a sticking door or draughty sash to a full replacement.
It suits homeowners wanting warmer, more secure windows and doors, landlords meeting comfort and security standards, and anyone with a door that will not lock or a window that will not shut.
Signs you might need window and door work
- A door that drags, will not latch or no longer locks properly
- Draughts, rattling or cold air around window and door frames
- Sash windows painted, swollen or stuck shut and refusing to move
- Failed handles, worn hinges or misted, cracked or broken glass
- Rooms that feel cold and are expensive to heat because of tired glazing
- External doors that feel insecure or have worn, outdated locks
What we cover
- Door and window installation
- Repairs to frames, hinges and handles
- Locks, latches and security upgrades
- Draught-proofing and sealing
- Glass and glazing bead replacement
- Adjusting sticking or misaligned doors
See our full Windows & Doors page for more detail, or everything we do in Dulwich.
Our process for window and door work in Dulwich
A simple, no-surprises way of working — from your first message to a tidy finish.
- 1
Tell us what's wrong
A sticking door, a draughty window or a security worry — we start by understanding the problem.
- 2
Assess repair or replace
We check the frame, glass, hinges and locks and advise honestly whether a repair or a new unit is better value.
- 3
A clear quote
You get a straightforward price before any work, covering both parts and fitting.
- 4
Repair or install
We ease, adjust, re-seal or re-glaze where we can, or fit new windows and doors cleanly when replacement is due.
- 5
Secure and draught-proof
We fit or upgrade locks, handles and seals so everything closes tight, locks properly and keeps the weather out.
- 6
Test and tidy
We check smooth operation, a firm lock and a snug seal, then clear up and leave the area clean.
What you get with window and door work from us
Repair over replacement where it counts
Many sticking, draughty or faulty windows and doors can be put right for far less than a new unit.
Warmer and cheaper to heat
Draught-proofing and better seals cut cold spots and can help lower heating bills.
Better security
Upgraded locks, handles and latches make external doors and windows much harder to force.
Original features kept
Timber and sash windows are repaired and eased rather than ripped out, preserving a period home's character.
Honest advice
You get a straight answer on whether to repair or replace, based on cost and condition.
Tidy, careful fitting
We protect frames, clear mess and leave a clean finish inside and out.
Windows & Doors in Dulwich — FAQs
Will you repair sash windows in the Dulwich Village conservation area rather than replace them?
Yes. In a conservation area repair and like-for-like are almost always the right approach, so we ease, re-cord, re-bead and draught-proof original sashes and match existing joinery, keeping the house in keeping while making it warmer and more secure.
Do you cover both Dulwich Village and East Dulwich?
Yes — we cover Dulwich Village, East Dulwich and the surrounding SE21 and SE22 streets, out towards Herne Hill and Lordship Lane. If you are unsure whether you fall within our area, just ask.
Can you handle work on larger period Dulwich homes?
Yes. Many Dulwich properties are substantial Victorian and Edwardian houses, and we are used to the demands they bring — from sash windows and older plumbing to bigger decorating and carpentry jobs — handled by one team across every trade.
Do you work sympathetically on homes in the Dulwich Village conservation area?
Yes. Much of Dulwich Village and the surrounding streets sit within a conservation area, and owners rightly expect careful, sympathetic work. We take time over sash windows, period joinery and finishes so repairs and improvements stay in keeping with the house.
Can you repair a window or door rather than replace it?
Often, yes. Sticking doors, failed handles, worn hinges and draughty seals can usually be repaired or adjusted, which is quicker and cheaper than a full replacement.
Can you improve the security of my doors and windows?
Yes. We fit and upgrade locks, handles and latches, and can advise on straightforward changes that make external doors and windows more secure.
Do you fix draughts and rattling windows?
We do — draught-proofing, re-sealing and adjusting the fit of windows and doors improves comfort and can help with heating costs.
Can you repair traditional timber sash windows?
Yes. We ease sashes that are painted or stuck shut, replace broken cords, adjust the fit and draught-proof them, so original windows work smoothly again without needing to be replaced.
Do you replace misted or broken glass?
We do. We replace cracked, broken and misted glazing units and renew glazing beads and seals, whether it is a single pane or several.
Will new or repaired windows and doors improve security?
Yes. We fit and upgrade locks, handles, latches and multi-point mechanisms and make sure doors and windows close and lock firmly, which makes them much harder to force.
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