Sash windows · Cambridgeshire
Triple glazed sash windows in Cambridge
Triple glazed sash windows for homes in Cambridge: measured on a free survey, made to order and fitted by installation teams working for us across Cambridgeshire.
Victorian and Georgian looks with modern glass and locks. A sash window has one or two sashes that slide up and down in a box frame.
Winter light and glass choice in Cambridge
By midsummer Cambridge has about 16 h 46 min of daylight, but in December only around 7 h 42 min, with the noon sun at about 14°. Triple glazing keeps more heat in during those long, dark months; big south and west windows may suit solar-control glass for summer.
Guide prices in Cambridge
| Guide | Supply and fit, inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Small window about 600 x 1000 mm (bathroom, landing) | £1,295 – £1,595 |
| Medium window about 1200 x 1200 mm (bedroom) | £1,695 – £2,095 |
| Large window about 1800 x 1200 mm (lounge) | £2,595 – £3,195 |
Guide prices. Your written quote after the free survey fixes the price for the specification shown.
Rules for sash windows in England
The rules for replacement windows in England are set by Approved Document L (2021 edition, with 2023 amendments): 1.4 W/m²K, or a Window Energy Rating of band B or better. 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.
Planning: 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
You will know exactly what you are buying: the quote states the unit build-up, frame, finish, fitting work and how Building Regulations compliance is handled. On fitting day each opening is replaced and closed up before the team moves on.
- Guide prices published, not hidden
- No pressure: the quote is yours to keep
- Frames, glass and fitting in one contract
- Advice on planning and consents before you order
Questions from Cambridge
Can I keep my original sash boxes?
Sometimes. A timber specialist can fit new sashes into sound original boxes, but the glass thickness is limited by the sash depth.
Are uPVC sashes allowed in conservation areas?
It depends on the council and any Article 4 direction. Timber is often expected on front elevations. Check before ordering.
How long does it take to get triple glazed sash windows fitted in Cambridge?
After the survey, typical manufacture time is 6 to 10 weeks, and most homes are fitted in 1 to 4 days.
Do I need permission for triple glazed sash windows in Cambridge?
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
Nearby towns on our list include Newmarket (20 km), Ely (24 km), Huntingdon (25 km) and Haverhill (26 km).
Other products in Cambridge
- uPVC windows
- Aluminium windows
- Timber windows
- Alu-clad timber windows
- Casement windows
- Flush casement windows
- Tilt and turn 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
Sash windows in Cambridge: 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.