WOOD WINDOW MAKEOVER
What is it?
Historic wood windows were built to last generations — but only if they’re properly maintained, repaired, and restored.
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A Wood Window Makeover is a complete restoration of an existing historic window, returning it to full function, durability, and beauty using traditional trade skills.
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We don’t replace windows.
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We restore them.
WHAT IS A WINDOW, REALLY?
Every traditional window is made up of three essential parts:
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The Frame
The stationary structure attached to the house.
It holds everything in place and directs water away from the building.
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The Sash
The moving components that hold the glass.
These are the parts that slide or swing open.
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The Mechanics
The hardware that allows the window to operate — pulleys, ropes, weights, hinges, cranks, locks, and guides.
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If any one of these fails, the window fails.
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A true restoration addresses all three.
WHAT IS A TOTAL WINDOW MAKEOVER?
A Total Window Makeover means every part of the window system is evaluated and restored:
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Structural carpentry repairs
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Traditional joinery when parts must be recreated
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Paint and finish for long-term protection
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Reglazing and glass work
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Mechanical repair and tuning
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Final assembly and performance testing
By the time we’re finished, the window:
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operates smoothly
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seals properly
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sheds water correctly
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and is protected for decades to come
This is not cosmetic work.
This is functional restoration.
A MOBILE, FULL-SERVICE TEAM
A Wood Window Makeover requires a fully mobile, fully equipped restoration team.
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We bring the shop to the work.
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Teams are trained in:
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Carpentry
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Joinery
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Finishing
That combination matters.
Most contractors only handle one of those disciplines.
Historic windows require all three.
This allows us to solve problems on site, fabricate parts when needed, and complete restorations efficiently without sending windows away or dragging projects out for months.
