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Windows & Door fitting

Window won’t close

Anonymous user 01/03/2024 - 2.58 PM

We have a window that won’t close, the handle is on the bottom edge and it opens up outwards. It closes down there, but does not lock in at the top. The “hooks” are extremely rusted, but not sure what they are called so can’t find a replacement. Not sure if this is the only issue with the window.

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4 Answers

LUXE Windows & Building

Rating: 5 out of 5
Cramlington
Without seeing the window, it sounds like the hinges may have failed and the locking strip may need to be replaced. A local double glazing repair company should be able to sort it reasonably cheaply
Answered19 May 2022
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Two way glazing

Rating: 5 out of 5
Oswestry
If it's a bottom opener and closing at the bottom and not the top then my guess without seeing it is the hinges are shot and sounds like could do with a new locking Rail too.
Answered19 May 2022
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Fix It Farrell’s

Rating: 4.8 out of 5
Birmingham
Check the catches on the bottom so may not line up as they might have moved.
Answered20 May 2022
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Barham Glass

Rating: 4.9 out of 5
Canterbury
Hi, it sounds like the espag locking mechanism faulty. If is is rusty then the handle spindle will have snapped the gear box. Thanks.
Answered15 June 2022
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