1. UPVC / Double Glazing Window isn’t Locking – Would Integrity Locksmiths be able to help with this?

Integrity Locksmiths can definitely help with uPVC / double glazing windows not locking, we specialise in UPVC/composite door and window repairs.  We work on uPVC / double glazing windows on a daily basis and typically will be able to resolve the issue or at least be able to find the cause of the problem within minutes. 

2. How long will UPVC / Double Glazing Window Repairs take?

Its very difficult to give an exact time on how long the repair will take as there are many different factors at play when Carrying out UPVC / double glazing window Repairs.

• If it’s just a simple alignment issue then we would estimate 20 – 30 minutes.
• If the problem is with the mechanism or hinges then that could be anything from 30 mins to 1 hour (if we have the part in stock). If we don’t have the part in stock, we would install a temporary ‘overnight’ lock and order the replacement parts for next day delivery.   

3. How much are UPVC / Double Glazing Window Repairs going to cost?

The price to fix your uPVC / double glazing window repairs lock is going to depend on what the issue is.

If it’s a mechanism replacement/repair, that would typically be an hours labour plus the cost of the espagnolette locking mechanism or gearbox.
We would never know the cost of the parts until on-site or if provided with some pictures then we may be able to offer an estimation of price. It will depend on manufacturer, model and whether the part is still available or has been discontinued etc.
How to save money when your uPVC / Double Glazing Window won’t Lock

Call us as soon as your lock starts to feel stiff, it may be a simple misalignment issue. This will save you from a more costly repair in the future.

4. What causes my uPVC / Double Glazing window to seize?

There could be many reasons why your uPVC / double glazing window won’t lock or open, these are the most common reasons:

Why uPVC / Double Glazing or windows won’t Lock or Open

• uPVC / double glazing windows are susceptible to expansion and contraction, as is wood and metal.
• Due to the complexity of some window locks, and their many moving parts, components fail or wear out over time jamming the mechanism.
• The UPVC / double glazing window is out of alignment, this is usually a symptom of bent friction stay hinges
• Temperature changes can cause parts to break, snap or shatter.

5. My UPVC / Double Glazing window is not locking or is seized, what should I do?

Give us a call ASAP.
Please do not attempt the UPVC / double glazing window repairs yourself,  this will allow our locksmith to see what’s caused the issue in the first place and may save you the cost of replacing parts or the entire window. Please do not try adjust the UPVC / double glazing hinges yourself as most friction stay hinges are non adjustable / serviceable  

6. What you must NOT do with a uPVC / Double Glazing window issue

DO NOT FORCE HANDLE OR LOCK
This will add a significant amount stress to the window locking mechanism risking damage to the moving parts
DO NOT LET ANYONE TRY TO HELP
We have seen on many occasions where a neighbour or family member ,with no experience, has tried to do uPVC / double glazing window repairs or open a seized UPVC  / double glazing window. This has the potential to cause further damage which in turn will raised the costs.

DO NOT JUST LEAVE IT
Don’t just leave your UPVC / double glazing window repairs in the hope it will remedy itself, Usually issues will get worse over time.  

Let us do the UPVC / Double Glazing window repairs!