uPVC windows in Handsworth

Before your new windows in Handsworth

This kind of work rarely needs planning permission, but it does have to comply with Building Regulations, and some parts must be certified by a registered installer or signed off by building control. In Handsworth, building control is provided by Birmingham City Council or a registered building control approver (formerly an approved inspector).

You should receive a building regulations certificate for new windows, which a buyer's solicitor will ask to see.
Flats, listed buildings and homes covered by an Article 4 direction may need consent before windows are changed.
Bay windows often carry weight from above, so the structure is checked before the old frames come out.

Postcode district: B21
Planning and building control: Birmingham City Council
From our West Bromwich base: 2 miles

Options to consider in Handsworth

Tilt-and-turn windows

One handle lets the window tilt inwards at the top for secure ventilation, or swing fully open like a door. Tilt-and-turn suits flats, upstairs rooms and wide openings where you want easy cleaning from inside. The frames are sturdy, lock at several points around the sash and can be specified to meet fire escape sizes.

Casement windows

The standard side-hung or top-hung window found in most UK homes. Casements are the simplest and cheapest to make, open wide for airing and cleaning, and can be set up as fire escape windows on upper floors. They come in white, colours and woodgrain finishes, with chamfered or sculptured frame profiles to suit the age of the house.

How much should you budget in Handsworth?

For a home in Handsworth, our guide range is £380–£2,600 per window. Standard white casement, about 1,200 × 1,200 mm, with trickle vent and old frame removed: usually £420–£640 per window.

Guide prices for uPVC windows
Option	Guide price	Good to know
White casement window	£380 – £650 per window	Standard size, white frame, double glazed
Coloured or flush casement	£520 – £950 per window	Foiled colours, woodgrain or flush sash frames
Bay or bow window	£1,300 – £2,600 per window	Three to five panes, with structural bay supports

Guide ranges include VAT where it applies. A free survey turns this guide into a fixed, itemised price.

uPVC windows in Handsworth: common questions

How long does it take to replace the windows in a house?

Fitting usually takes one to two days for a typical house, working one opening at a time. The longer wait is manufacture: frames are made to measure after the survey, which normally takes four to six weeks. Bay windows or a large number of frames can add an extra day on site.

How do I book a survey in Handsworth?

Send the form on this page, use the guide-price tool or call 0800 088 6248 free. We'll ask a few questions about your new windows and arrange a time to visit.

Do I need planning permission for replacement windows?

Not usually. Replacing windows in a house with ones of similar appearance is normally permitted development. You may need permission if you live in a flat, in a listed building, or where an Article 4 direction controls the look of windows, which is common in conservation areas. Leaseholders may also need the freeholder's consent before changing windows.

Does Birmingham City Council need to approve my new windows?

You won't usually need planning permission, but the work must meet Building Regulations. Building control in Handsworth is provided by Birmingham City Council or a registered building control approver, and some work is self-certified by registered installers.

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