Window draught proofing in Ottery St Mary
Looking for professional window draught proofing help in Ottery St Mary? Hembury Contracting provides reliable windows & draught proofing services across Ottery St Mary and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£60-£110
Typical Duration
1-2 hrs
Location
Ottery St Mary
Window draught proofing to seal gaps and stop cold air. Brush or foam seals fitted to your existing windows - warmer rooms, lower bills, no replacement needed.
### Stop Paying to Heat the Outside
Draughty windows are like **throwing money out the window** every time the heating comes on. That cold air whistling through the gaps? That's your heating bill going up and your comfort going down.
> 💡 **Pro tip:** Draught proofing often gives better value than double glazing upgrades. You're solving the actual problem (air leaks) rather than just adding thicker glass.
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### Why Professional Fitting Matters
DIY draught proofing tape from B&Q lasts about six months before it peels off. Proper job lasts years.
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong | |--------------|---------------| | Right seal type for each window style | One-size foam tape on everything | | Fitted to clean, prepared surface | Stuck over dirt and old paint | | Windows still open and close smoothly | Jammed shut or seal rips when opened | | Professional brush pile for sashes | Cheap sticky strip that peels off |
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### What You Get
**🔧 The Full Service**
| Stage | What Happens | |-------|--------------| | **Assessment** | Check all gaps, measure window types | | **Prep** | Clean surfaces where seals attach | | **Fitting** | Install appropriate seals for each window | | **Testing** | Open/close check, draught test |
**📦 Materials Included**
- Brush pile seals (for sashes) - Compression foam or rubber (for casements) - Adhesive or screwed fixings as appropriate - Gap filler for larger cracks
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### Pricing Guide
| Number of Windows | Estimated Time | You'll Pay | |-------------------|----------------|------------| | 1-2 windows | 1 hour | **£60** | | 3-4 windows | 1.5-2 hrs | **£85-£110** | | Whole house | Quote | **Call for price** |
*Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Sash windows take longer than casements.*
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### Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ **Old sash windows** - biggest draught culprits, biggest improvement
✅ **Cold rooms** - bedrooms over porches, north-facing rooms
✅ **High heating bills** - seal the leaks before spending on new heating
✅ **Original windows** - keep the character, lose the draughts
Why Choose Us for Window draught proofing in Ottery St Mary?
Warmer rooms immediately noticeable
Lower heating bills all winter
Stops dust and outside noise too
Works on sash, casement, and older windows
What to Expect
### Step 1: Draught Assessment I check where air is getting through - gaps around sashes, perimeter gaps, meeting rails. Sometimes the worst draughts are where you don't expect them. ### Step 2: Surface Prep & Sealing Clean the surfaces properly so seals actually stick. Then fit the appropriate seal type - brush pile routed into sash windows, compression foam on casements, silicone for bigger gaps. ### Step 3: Operation Test Open and close every window to make sure seals compress properly but don't obstruct. Check for any remaining gaps with my hand - if I can feel air movement, it's not done.
Our Ottery St Mary Service Coverage
We cover Ottery St Mary and a 30-mile radius from Exeter, meaning you get local service with the backing of an established business. Whether you're in the centre of Ottery St Mary or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
Good to Know
> ❄️ **Winter's coming?** Book early. Draught proofing is always popular once the cold weather hits, and most people don't think about it until October. Do it in September and enjoy a warm autumn. **Whole house job?** I can do all windows in one visit if you're around all day. More cost-effective than doing room by room. **Old Exeter houses with wonky frames?** The bigger the gaps, the bigger the difference you'll notice. Sometimes we need silicone sealant as well as brush seals for seriously gappy old frames. I'll advise what's needed when I see them. **Combine with door draught proofing** for maximum effect - warm rooms, lower bills, and you'll actually hear the difference in noise reduction too.
Frequently Asked Questions about Window draught proofing in Ottery St Mary
How much difference does draught proofing actually make?
Huge, especially on older windows. You'll feel the cold air blowing through before, and it's just gone afterwards. Customers always say it makes the room noticeably warmer. It won't magically fix single glazing, but it stops the whistling gaps that waste heat.
Will it work on my old sash windows in my Ottery St Mary Victorian house?
Perfect for sash windows - that's where you get the biggest benefit. Original sashes have gaps where the two sashes meet, gaps at the sides, gaps at the top and bottom. I use brush seals that let the window still slide freely but block the draughts completely. Much cheaper than replacing original windows.
Does draught proofing stop windows opening or damage them?
Not at all. Good draught proofing is designed to let windows operate normally - the seals compress when the window closes but don't obstruct opening. I'm not gluing anything shut. You get the same window function, just without the cold air.
Do I need to provide the seals or do you supply them?
I supply everything. Different windows need different seal types - brush pile for sashes, foam or rubber for casements, sometimes silicone. I'll assess your windows and bring the right materials for the job.
How long does draught proofing last?
Good quality seals last years. Brush pile seals on sash windows can last 10+ years. Foam compresses over time so might need replacing in 5-7 years, but that's cheap and easy. You'll know when it needs redoing because you'll feel the draughts come back.
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