uPVC windows in Longbridge

What should you know before starting in Longbridge?

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 Longbridge, 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.
Glass within 800 mm of the floor must be toughened or laminated safety glass.
Flats, listed buildings and homes covered by an Article 4 direction may need consent before windows are changed.

Postcode districts: B31, B38
Planning and building control: Birmingham City Council
From our West Bromwich base: 8 miles

Which options suit homes in Longbridge?

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.

Flush sash casements

A casement where the opening sash sits level with the outer frame instead of overlapping it, copying the look of traditional timber joinery. Flush frames cost more than standard casements but suit period terraces and cottages well, especially in heritage colours with traditional-style hinges and monkey-tail or pear-drop handles.

How much should you budget in Longbridge?

Guide prices start at £380 and run to £2,600 per window. Standard white casement, about 1,200 × 1,200 mm, with trickle vent and old frame removed: around £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. Your fixed price for the agreed specification follows a free survey at your Longbridge address.

Your questions answered

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.

Do you cover Longbridge?

Yes. Longbridge (B31, B38) is about 8 miles from our West Bromwich base and inside the area we cover. Call 0800 088 6248 or send the form on this page to book a free survey.

How much do new uPVC windows cost for a three-bed semi?

Most three-bed semis have eight to ten windows, and replacing them all in white uPVC typically costs around £3,800–£6,500 in total in the West Midlands, including fitting and removal of the old frames. A bay window, colour finishes or tilt-and-turn sashes push it higher. We price each window separately in your quote, so you can see exactly where the money goes and phase the work if you'd prefer.

Will I need permission from the council in Longbridge?

You won't usually need planning permission, but the work must meet Building Regulations. Building control in Longbridge 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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We'll talk through frame styles, colours and glass at your free survey in Longbridge, with no obligation to go ahead.