uPVC windows in Rowley Regis

uPVC windows in Rowley Regis: approvals and local details

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 Rowley Regis, building control is provided by Sandwell Council or a registered building control approver (formerly an approved inspector).

Each window is replaced and sealed before the next one is removed, so no room is left open overnight.
Bay windows often carry weight from above, so the structure is checked before the old frames come out.
Glass within 800 mm of the floor must be toughened or laminated safety glass.

Postcode districts: B64, B65
Planning and building control: Sandwell Council
From our West Bromwich base: 3 miles

Choices to weigh up in Rowley Regis

Vertical sliding sash windows

uPVC sliding sashes reproduce the look of Victorian and Edwardian box sashes without the rattles, draughts and repainting. They use spiral balances instead of weights, tilt inwards for cleaning and can include decorative horns and astragal bars. They cost noticeably more than casements but keep the character of a period front.

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 Rowley Regis?

Prices in Rowley Regis match the rest of our area: £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. Your fixed price for the agreed specification follows a free survey at your Rowley Regis address.

Before you book in Rowley Regis

What do I need to do before fitting day?

Clear window sills and move furniture, ornaments and curtains about a metre back from each window. Take down blinds and curtain poles if they're fixed to the frame or reveal. Make sure there's parking or space for the van and frames, and tell us about alarms with sensors on the windows so they can be refitted.

How do I book a survey in Rowley Regis?

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 Sandwell Council need to approve my new windows?

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

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Misted panes or sticking sashes? Call 0800 088 6248 to arrange a window survey at your home in Rowley Regis.