Timber windows · Berkshire
Triple glazed timber windows in Reading
Looking at triple glazed timber windows for a home in Reading? We survey, quote and fit across Berkshire, and the RG1 postcode district is part of that.
A natural, traditional look with modern heat-loss figures. Triple glazed timber windows are made from engineered (laminated) timber, which resists warping, and glazed with a three-pane sealed unit.
Winter light and glass choice in Reading
On the shortest day, Reading gets about 7 h 50 min of daylight and the midday sun reaches only about 15° above the horizon. Low winter sun means north-facing rooms here gain little solar heat, which is where triple glazing’s lower heat loss helps most.
Guide prices in Reading
| 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) | £1,795 – £2,195 |
| Large window about 1800 x 1200 mm (lounge) | £2,695 – £3,395 |
Guide prices. Your written quote after the free survey fixes the price for the specification shown.
Rules for timber windows in England
In England, replacement windows must meet 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.
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
The surveyor measures every opening, checks ventilation, escape windows and safety-glass zones, and talks through styles. Your written quote lists each item with its glass build-up and U-value, and the price is fixed for that specification.
- 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 Reading
How long do timber windows take?
Usually 6 to 10 weeks from survey because each window is made to order and finished in the factory. We never quote less than 5 weeks for timber.
Are timber windows warmer than uPVC?
They can be. Timber insulates well, and a deep timber frame with triple glass reaches whole-window U-values around 0.8 to 1.1, similar to good uPVC.
How long does it take to get triple glazed timber windows fitted in Reading?
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 timber windows in Reading?
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 Earley (5 km), Henley-on-Thames (10 km), Wokingham (11 km) and Crowthorne (16 km).
Other products in Reading
- uPVC windows
- Aluminium windows
- Alu-clad timber windows
- Casement 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
Timber windows in Reading: 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.