Casement windows · County Durham
Triple glazed casement windows in Durham
Looking at triple glazed casement windows for a home in Durham? We survey, quote and fit across County Durham, and the DH1 postcode district is part of that.
Like-for-like replacement for most post-war homes. A casement window has sashes hinged at the side or top that open outwards, the most common window style in UK homes.
Winter light and glass choice in Durham
In Durham, midday sun in late December sits around 12° high, with roughly 7 h 13 min of daylight. For windows facing north or shaded by neighbours, cutting heat loss matters more than solar gain; on open south-facing glass, ask about a higher solar-gain unit.
Guide prices in Durham
| Guide | Supply and fit, inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Small window about 600 x 1000 mm (bathroom, landing) | £695 – £845 |
| Medium window about 1200 x 1200 mm (bedroom) | £895 – £1,095 |
| Large window about 1800 x 1200 mm (lounge) | £1,395 – £1,695 |
Guide prices. Your written quote after the free survey fixes the price for the specification shown.
Rules for casement windows in England
England requires replacement windows to achieve 1.4 W/m²K, or a Window Energy Rating of band B or better, which good triple glazing passes comfortably. Replacement windows are a controlled fitting. A competent person scheme installer (such as FENSA or Certass) self-certifies the work and notifies the council within 30 days; otherwise a building control body approves it.
Before ordering: Replacing windows on a house is normally permitted development if the new ones look similar. New upper-floor windows in a side wall must be obscure glazed and fixed, or open only above 1.7 m. Flats and maisonettes have no householder permitted development rights, so a change that alters their appearance needs planning permission. An Article 4 direction in a conservation area may mean permission is needed, and listed buildings need listed building consent.
How it works
We start with a survey, not a sales pitch: measurements, the structure above any bays, trickle-vent needs and escape windows. The quote that follows fixes the price, and anything unexpected on the day is agreed with you first.
- Free survey and a written quote fixed for the specification
- Glass build-up and whole-window U-value on every quote
- Written handover pack at the end of the job
- Guarantees on frames, units and fitting in writing
Questions from Durham
What is an egress hinge?
A hinge that lets the sash open wide enough to climb out in a fire. It is used where a bedroom window is also the escape route.
Are triple glazed casements harder to open?
They are a little heavier, but with correctly sized hinges they open and close smoothly.
How long does it take to get triple glazed casement windows fitted in Durham?
After the survey, typical manufacture time is 4 to 6 weeks in uPVC, and most homes are fitted in 1 to 4 days.
Do I need permission for triple glazed casement windows in Durham?
In England, like-for-like replacements on a house are normally permitted development; flats need permission if the change alters their appearance, Article 4 areas may need permission, and listed buildings need listed building consent. Check whether your street is in a conservation area or covered by an Article 4 direction before changing the style.
Nearby
We also cover nearby Chester-le-Street (9 km), Houghton-le-Spring (10 km), Stanley (13 km) and Washington (14 km).
Other products in Durham
- uPVC windows
- Aluminium windows
- Timber windows
- Alu-clad timber windows
- Flush casement windows
- Tilt and turn windows
- Sash windows
- Bay and bow windows
- Fixed and picture windows
- Composite front doors
- French doors
- Sliding patio doors
- Bifold doors
- Glass-only replacement
- Acoustic triple glazing
- Security glazing
- Whole-house replacement
- New builds and self-builds
- Period homes and conservation areas
- Flats and apartments
- Passivhaus and EnerPHit
Casement windows in Durham: book your free survey
Written quote fixed for the specification, after a free survey. Building Regulations sign-off by a competent person scheme installer or building control, as the law requires in England.